Welcome

The Biochemical Society promotes the advancement of the molecular biosciences, representing the interests of all those working in the sector.

NEWS: Our Summer Vacation Studentship scheme introduces promising undergraduate students to biochemical research.

Apply now: Deadline 12 February 2010

Public Affairs

The Biochemical Society engages with science policy through consultations, position statements, events, and addressing key issues such as those facing women in science.

NEWS: New for 2010! Education Policy Lunchbox

Conferences

Biochemical Society conferences are open to any member of the scientific community. Biochemical Society members benefit from reduced registration fees.

NEWS: the 2010 Keilin Memorial Lecture will be given on Friday 26 March.

Education

We support a diverse range of events and resources: from school science websites, outreach events and support, teachers' workshops and grants, to careers information and young researchers' symposia. More ...

Scientists identify first genetic variant linked to biological aging in humans

09 February 2010

Scientists have identified for the first time definitive variants associated with biological ageing in humans. More...

Sugar plays key role in cell division

08 February 2010

Using a system they developed to probe how cells manage their own division, Johns Hopkins scientists have discovered that common but elusive sugar switches are partly in control. More...