International Union of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (IUBMB)

The International Union of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology unites biochemists and molecular biologists in 75 countries and regions. The IUBMB promotes research and education throughout the world, and especially in countries where the subject is , and especially in countries where the subject is still in its early development. The IUBMB plays a crucial role in the development of young scientists and promoting Biochemistry and Molecular Biology globally. These are ideals that appeal very strongly to me and it gives me great pleasure to be part of the magnificent team driving these endeavours. The International Union of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (IUBMB) strongly condemns the invasion of one sovereign state by another, irrespective of who the perpetrators and the victims are. The IUBMB has responded to the crisis by putting in place funds to support the relocation of displaced graduate students. The IUBMB has established a programme providing Relocation Support for Displaced Trainees. This programme will provide financial support of up to US$2000 for trainees to relocate to a new host lab to continue their research. Applications will be reviewed immediately upon receipt and decisions will be made within one week. Additionally, affected students may apply for Wood Whelan Fellowships, which fund 4 months in a visiting lab. There is an April 1 and October 1 deadline for the Wood Whelan Fellowships, but we are prepared to make an exception for displaced students. This IUBMB Programme for Relocation Support for Displaced Trainees will remain in place as a service to the community to assist students affected by natural disasters and acts of war and aggression that have resulted in loss of infrastructure and resources. Please register as a “Friend of the IUBMB”. You will then receive the biannual IUBMB Newsletter and monthly emails to keep you up-to-date about our international activities and opportunities, such as fellowships, support for meetings, advanced schools, etc.