American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

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American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Founded December 26th, 1906
Founder John Jacob Abel
Location
Members
 12,000
Key people
 Steven McKnight: President
Toni Antalis: Treasurer
Karen Allen: Secretary
Employees
 41
Website www.asbmb.org

The American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (ASBMB) is a learned society that was founded on December 26, 1906 at a meeting organized by John Jacob Abel (Johns Hopkins University).[1] The roots of the society were in the American Physiological Society, which had been formed some 20 years earlier.

The ASBMB was originally called the American Society of Biological Chemists, before obtaining its current name in 1987. The society is based in Rockville, Maryland. ASBMB's mission is to advance the science of biochemistry and molecular biology through publication of scientific and educational journals, the organization of scientific meetings, advocacy for funding of basic research and education, support of science education at all levels, and by promoting the diversity of individuals entering the scientific workforce. The organization currently has over 12,000 members.

Publications

The American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology publishes three research journals and a monthly magazine covering society news and activity updates. ASBMB journals are peer-reviewed and cover research in the fields of microbiology, molecular genetics, RNA-related research, proteomics, genomics, transcription, peptides, cell signaling, lipidomics, and systems biology. All articles are published online as "Papers in Press" upon acceptance.

  • The Journal of Biological Chemistry publishes research in any area of biochemistry or molecular biology, both in print and online, weekly.
  • Molecular & Cellular Proteomics is a monthly online only publication. Articles appearing in MCP "...describe the structural and functional properties of proteins and their expression, particularly with respect to the developmental time courses of the organism of which they are a part."[2] The journal also publishes other content such as "HUPO views" (reports from the Human Proteome Organization),[3][4] proceedings from HUPO meetings,[5] and the proceedings of the International Symposium On Mass Spectrometry In The Life Sciences.[6]
  • The Journal of Lipid Research covers "...the science of lipids in health and disease. The Journal emphasizes lipid function and the biochemical and genetic regulation of lipid metabolism. In addition, JLR publishes manuscripts on patient-oriented and epidemiological research relating to altered lipid metabolism, including modification of dietary lipids."[7]
  • ASBMB Today is the society's monthly news magazine. It contains extensive coverage of awards, meetings, research highlights, job placement advertising and human interest articles. All ASBMB members receive a complimentary subscription to ASBMB Today.

Meetings

ASBMB hosts and sponsors numerous meetings each year. The annual meeting is held each April in conjunction with the FASEB meeting. Additionally, special symposium are organized throughout the year.

Advocacy

The Public Affairs Office works with the PAAC to advocate for increased research budgets for the major governmental funding agencies, primarily the National Institutes of Health and the National Science Foundation. ASBMB has developed a set of recommendations[8] for pre-medical course requirements consistent with the new Medical College Admission Test. Advocacy efforts also focus on protecting the conditions that promote a successful research environment. In addition, the office works to maintain a healthy relationship between ASBMB members, government officials, and the public in order to foster awareness of the importance of science to everyday life.

References

  1. ↑ Bradshaw, R. A., Hancock, C. C., Kresge, N. (2009) The ASBMB Centennial History: 100 Years of the Chemistry of Life
  2. ↑ MCP Mission Statement
  3. ↑ Ralph A. Bradshaw and Alma L. Burlingame,"Welcome, HUPO" Molecular & Cellular Proteomics 6:951, 2007.
  4. ↑ Ping, Rolf Apweiler and John Bergeron,MCP and HUPO: An Era of New Partnership, Molecular & Cellular Proteomics 6:951-952, 2007.
  5. ↑ MCP Supplement: HUPO 4th Annual World Congress, August 29-September 1, 2005, Munich
  6. ↑ Special Issue: 8th International Symposium On Mass Spectrometry In The Life Sciences
  7. ↑ About The Journal of Lipid Research: AIM AND SCOPE
  8. ↑ Charles Brenner and Dagmar Ringe, "Response to the New MCAT: ASBMB Premedical Curriculum Recommendations" "ASBMB Today" 12-14, March 2012

External links

See also

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