Why join SIMGBM
SIMGBM aims to foster studies and research in general microbiology and microbial biotechnology and to disseminate microbiological knowledge in civil society, at all levels.
Joining SIMGBM offers the opportunity to connect with other researchers active in Italy in the fields of microbiology and microbial biotechnology, to promote your work, encourage collaboration and exchange, and take an active role in the organisation of scientific and outreach initiatives.
In addition, as a SIMGBM member, you will enjoy the following benefits:
– Eligibility to apply for awards for doctoral theses or scientific research in the field of microbiology
– Discounted registration fees for conferences organized by SIMGBM and FEMS
– Access to funding opportunities and grants offered by SIMGBM and FEMS
– The possibility to advertise scientific events and open positions on the SIMGBM website
– A 25% discount on books published by Oxford University Press
SIMGBM is a member of FISV (Italian Federation of Life Sciences) and FEMS (Federation of European Microbiological Societies).
Regulations
If you wish to join SIMGBM, please complete one of the two application forms below and email it to the contacts indicated in the text.
Ordinary members
This request is for Structured Members (RTD included) and Unstructured Members and must be signed by two presenting members.
The association shall take effect on January 1 of the year following the year of this application.
The first year’s membership fee must be paid following our formal notice of acceptance, which will occur after approval of this application by the Annual Meeting of Members.
Dues for the following years will be paid no later than April 30 of the relevant year. The annual fee is €60 for Structured Members and €30 for Unstructured Members.
Junior Members
This request is valid for young graduate students, doctoral students, and fellows who are under the age of 31 and must be signed by a presenting member.
Junior Member membership begins on January 1 of the year of application and lasts for 4 years or automatically lapses in December of the year in which the member turns 31.
A one-time membership fee of €30, valid for the entire Junior membership period, must be paid at the time of application. At the end of this period, the member must notify SIMGBM if they wish to continue as an Ordinary Member.
Payment of membership fees can be made by bank transfer to:
Società Italiana di Microbiologia Generale e Biotecnologie Microbiche SIMGBM
At UNICREDIT
IBAN: IT86L0200814006000105815688
BIC/SWIFT Code: UNCRITM1G12
Please clearly indicate the membership years being paid for and the member’s name (if different from the account holder) in the payment reference. Also, notify us of the payment by sending an email to: simgbmsegreteria@gmail.com.
A receipt will be sent to you within a few days.
