American Society for Cell Biology

American Society for Cell Biology is a professional scientific society founded in 1960 that serves as an inclusive, international community of biologists studying the cell, the fundamental unit of life. The organization was first organized at an ad hoc meeting in the office of Keith R. Porter at Rockefeller University on May 28, 1960, and was legally incorporated in New York State on July 31, 1961. ASCB is dedicated to advancing scientific discovery, advocating sound research policies, improving education, promoting professional development, and increasing diversity in the scientific workforce. The society has grown from its initial 480 members to over 6,000 members worldwide, with 25% of members working outside the United States. ASCB organizes the premier annual Cell Bio meeting, which is held jointly with the European Molecular Biology Organization and draws upwards of 5,000 attendees. The organization publishes influential scientific journals including Molecular Biology of the Cell and CBE Life Sciences Education, and maintains various committees focused on education, international affairs, minorities affairs, and women in cell biology. Since 1960, 32 past or current ASCB members have won Nobel Prizes in medicine or chemistry, demonstrating the organization's significant impact on scientific advancement and discovery in cell biology and related fields.

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