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The Society for Experimental Biology aims to promote, and increase the influence of Experimental Bio

In pursuit of its aims the Society for Experimental Biology’s activities include:

* the organisation and sponsorship of experimental biology conferences, both independently and in collaboration with other life science societies;
* the publication and dissemination of a range of scientific literature;
* education, careers and policy work;
* the administration of travel grants for young researchers;
* offering membership to experimental biology researchers in academia and industry working at post-graduate level and above.

08/10/2026

How far would you go to save your research? 🧬

When Dr Lucy Hawkes realised part of her research was missing, it sparked an unexpected rescue mission with surprising results.

To celebrate , we’ve brought Lucy’s story to life in animated form, inspired by SEB’s Living Biology podcast. 🎬

🎧 Listen to the full episode with Dr Lucy Hawkes:
https://urls.fr/pyjv-Z

Discover more captivating science stories from Living Biology on all major podcast services:
https://urls.fr/CEMR4J

We’d love to hear your science stories too!

Share them creatively with .

05/10/2026

Only a few days to go!

Interested in developing your career, building your network or sharing your experience with fellow researchers?

Join the SEB Mentoring Scheme 2027 briefing on 8 or 9 October to discover how mentoring can support professional development and create meaningful connections across the experimental biology community.

🔹 8 October, 11am–1pm UK time – for members new to the scheme

🔹 9 October, 10am–12pm UK time – for experienced mentors and previous participants

🔹 A recorded training option is also available
The scheme is free and exclusive to SEB members, and is open to researchers at all career stages.

Don’t miss your chance to get involved!
www.sebiology.org/events/ems-event-calendar/mentoring-scheme-briefing-2027.html

28/09/2026

⏰ FINAL DAYS TO SUBMIT YOUR SESSION PROPOSAL!

The deadline is THIS WEEK! 📢

Help shape the scientific programme for the SEB Annual Conference Glasgow 2027, taking place 6–8 July.

🧬 Animal Biology
🌱 Plant Biology
🔬 Cell Biology
🌍 Outreach, Education & Diversity

📅 Deadline: 1 October 2026

Have an idea? Now’s the time to share it!

🔗 Submit your proposal via the link in our bio
www.sebiology.org/resource/final-days-to-propose-a-session-for-seb-annual-conference-glasgow-2027.html

Glasgow2027 CallForSessions

28/09/2026

Our September newsletter is here! 🧬

This month’s edition brings together the latest opportunities, news and resources for the experimental biology community.

Inside, you’ll find:

🔬 Final days to propose a session for SEB Annual Conference Glasgow 2027

🏅 Awards nominations for 2027

🤝 Our Mentoring Scheme for SEB members

📅 Upcoming events and Community Conversations

📰 Opportunities to promote your work in our Autumn 2026 Magazine

🎙️ New Living Biology episodes with Ros Gleadow

📣 Our new “Your research in the news” section

🌱 Updates from the SEB journals

💼 Latest jobs and career resources

💰 Grants and funding opportunities

🎥 On-demand webinars and professional development resources

Read the full September newsletter:
www.sebiology.org/resource/seb-september-2026-newsletter.html

15/09/2026

⏰ Just 16 days left to propose your session for the SEB Annual Conference Glasgow 2027!

Taking place 6–8 July 2027, the conference will explore “Experimental Biology Informing Policy” and bring together researchers and experts to explore how experimental biology can inform policy and address key challenges facing society.

We’re inviting session and event proposals across Animal, Plant, Cell, and Outreach, Education & Diversity.

Have an idea for a focused scientific session, an interdisciplinary discussion or an engaging event? Help shape the programme!

📅 Deadline: 1 October 2026

👉 Submit your proposal: www.sebiology.org/resource/just-two-weeks-left-to-propose-your-session-for-seb-annual-conference-glasgow-2027.html

14/09/2026

🐟 How can different scientific approaches come together to support white sturgeon conservation?

Join Dr Madison Earhart from the University of British Columbia for our next
Conservation Physiology “Community Conversation” on Tuesday 20 October, 16:00–17:00 UK time.

Madison will explore how physiology, molecular biology, movement and community science can be brought together to inform holistic conservation and management strategies for threatened white sturgeon in British Columbia.

The session is free to attend and open to researchers at all career stages, with a particular focus on students and early career researchers interested in conservation physiology.

📅 20 October 2026

⏰ 16:00–17:00 UK time

🎟️ Free online event for SEB members

Book your place:
www.sebiology.org/events/ems-event-calendar/weaving-together-physiology-molecular-biology-and-community-science-to-inform-white-sturgeon-conservation-in-british-columbia.html

08/09/2026

Still thinking about joining the SEB Mentoring Scheme?
This is your reminder!

The SEB Mentoring Scheme 2026–2027 is open to all SEB members, offering a chance to connect with fellow members, exchange experience and support professional development.

Whether you’re looking for guidance as a mentee or would like to share your experience as a mentor, the scheme offers a valuable opportunity to build connections, develop skills and gain new perspectives.

📅 A training session/meeting will take place in October to explain how the scheme works, what to expect and how mentoring relationships will be supported throughout the year.

The scheme will run from December 2026 to December 2027.

Interested in getting involved? Register your interest and find out more:
www.sebiology.org/resource/sign-up-mentoring-scheme-for-seb-members.html

02/09/2026

ECRs, this one’s for you!

Want to build your confidence in communicating your research with the public, media and policymakers?
🔬
Join Sense about Science’s free online Standing up for Science Workshop on Friday 11 September, 10:00–13:30 UK time.

You’ll gain practical skills and insights from experienced researchers, media professionals and policy experts, helping you navigate challenges such as misinformation, polarisation and having your research taken out of context.

✨ Researchers associated with the Society for Experimental Biology can access free priority places.

👉 Find out more and apply via the link in our bio.
www.sebiology.org/resource/book-your-place-for-the-upcoming-standing-up-for-science-workshop-for-ecrs.html

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02/09/2026

Could you be a mentor or mentee?

SEB’s Mentoring Scheme is now open to all SEB members, offering a supportive space to connect, reflect and develop from December 2026 to December 2027.

Whether you’re looking to share your experience as a mentor or benefit from guidance and support as a mentee, the scheme can help you:

🔹 Develop new skills

🔹 Define and work towards meaningful goals

🔹 Build your professional network

🔹 Support someone else’s development

🔹 Connect with SEB members across the biological sciences

Take this opportunity to learn from others, share your experience and strengthen connections across the SEB community.

Submit your interest:

www.sebiology.org/resource/sign-up-mentoring-scheme-for-seb-members.html

BiologicalSciences

01/09/2026

📢 Still looking for your next opportunity?

The Society for Experimental Biology is recruiting a **Membership & Administration Officer** to join our team!

This is a remote, 2-year fixed-term role supporting membership, finance administration, events, governance and the SEB Plant Section.

💷 £27,000 per annum + benefits
📍 Remote
📅 Closing date: 11 September 2026

If you're organised, collaborative and passionate about supporting a scientific society, we'd love to hear from you.

Find out more and apply:
www.sebiology.org/resource/the-seb-is-recruiting-membership-administration-officer.html

Please share with anyone who might be interested! 🔄

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