1. building communities
This is a really brief introduction to FEMS, a pan-European scientific body that’s campaigning to get science on the European agenda. Get to know us and join other professionals who are exploring microbiology and its impact on the world!

2. FEMS is… a network of 52 microbiological societies
bringing together around 30,000 microbiologists
publishing five journals on microbiology research
stimulating global dissemination of microbiological knowledge
investing in science: journal revenues sponsor more than 300 early career scientists every year

3. The 2 broad-scope FEMS journals
promoting
new ideas
outstanding reviews from leading experts
Both journals cover all aspects of microbiology. FEMS Microbiology Letters publishes short articles fast. FEMS Microbiology Reviews, ranked 4th in microbiology, publishes by invitation only.

4. The 3 specialised FEMS journals
your natural research habitat
the yeast community journal
next generation
host-pathogen research

5. Reasons to publish in FEMS highly Accessed
no page or submission charges
Gold Open Access publication available
rapid online publication
high quality editorial teams
income invested back in science through grants, awards and the FEMS Congress
Find out more about submitting articles to FEMS journals and submit today!

6. Member Services
If you are a member of a FEMS member society you are entitled to:
A discount off the registration fee for FEMS congresses
A 25% discount off OUP books
Apply for FEMS grants
Find out if your society is a FEMS member at

7. Investing in science
Our journal revenues are reinvested in research, education, impact, community and awards – and so are our publisher’s
Find out more about our grants, awards and other activities at

8. Affiliation Sign up for free at www.fems- microbiology.org and:
participate in cross-Society projects and networks
receive FEMS’ monthly newsletter with news and opportunities around microbiology
find out more about grants, discounts and other benefits for members of Member Societies

9. NEW website feature!
Promoting your event, job, funding or interesting projects on our website to the wider microbiology community just became much easier!
All you have to do is complete the form and wait for your opportunity to appear on our Opportunities Board. Success guaranteed!

10. MiniReview Award http://femsle.oxfordjournals.org/
FEMS Microbiology Letters and Oxford University Press are holding a joint award for the best MiniReview each year. The prize includes:
€ 1,000
special marketing attention via OUP and FEMS
free access to their article

11. Friday 7 September 2018 - Saturday 8 September 2018
FEMS 2019 Congress
C18-45: Save the date
Friday 7 September Saturday 8 September 2018

12. Thank you For more details contact: Or connect to us via:
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