What We Do
Established in 1899, 海角社区appis the home for microbial scientists from around the globe to connect, learn, discover and prepare for the future.海角社区appand its 32,000 members partner with global organizations to solve the world’s most pressing challenges. We connect with millions of experts and harness their science to serve humanity. From climate change, antimicrobial resistance, industrial, basic and applied microbiology, 海角社区appis a leader in scientific publishing, stands for open science and advocates for evidence-based public policies.
Who We Are
We know that microbiology has the power to impact lives, and we are uniquely positioned to bring together key stakeholders to institute life-saving programs, advocate for science funding, encourage the next generation of microbiologists and contribute to the resolution of the most pressing global health challenges.
We strive to make the microbial sciences the most diverse field in STEM and to be a homebase where microbiologists from every part of our world can come together, connect, learn and recharge for the future.
Board of Directors
Our Board of Directors upholds ASM's mission to advance the microbial sciences.
Council on Microbial Sciences
The Council on Microbial Sciences prioritizes the scientific focus of the Society and identifies opportunities that benefit the members and the scientific community at large.
Senior Staff
ASM's Senior Leadership Team translate our mission into action.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI)
海角社区appstrives to make the microbial sciences the most welcoming field in STEM by elevating and embodying Inclusive Diversity with Equity, Access and Accountability (IDEAA). 海角社区appworks to create a diverse community and a culture of inclusion where all staff, volunteers, members and the community are respected, treated fairly and provided opportunities to develop professionally and excel in their chosen career pathway.
Explore Our DEI WorkWhere We Are
We have a vast global network of members, , , and Global Health Programs that contribute richness of thought, innovation and research. The map below depicts the regional distribution of 海角社区appmembers around the world.
Global Public Health Programs
海角社区appstrengthens levels of health care around the world through lab capacity building, training of local staff and providing solutions for outbreaks when they arise.
Learn More海角社区appMember Demographics
海角社区appis working to better understand and meet the needs of our members and stakeholders by collecting and tracking demographic information related to gender, race and ethnicity. We will utilize these data to not only better understand our members, but to also track our progress in diversifying the 海角社区appcommunity. We invite you to update your profile demographics below.