Society for Developmental Biology

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The Society for Developmental Biology (SDB), originally the Society for the Study of Development and Growth, is an organization for scientists and professionals around the world whose research is focused on the study of the developmental biology, embryology, and related disciplines.

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History

The "Society for the Study of Development and Growth" (SDB) was founded in 1939. In August 1939, the SDB held its first conference, a symposium on Developmental and Growth, in a small village schoolhouse in North Truro, Massachusetts. [1] In 1965, it was renamed the "Society for Developmental Biology" to reflect the SDB's advocacy of developmental biology.

Mission

The Society for Developmental Biology's mission is to employ, "... an inclusive philosophy to further the study of developmental biology and related disciplines; to foster, support, and provide a forum for all investigators in these fields; to educate non-specialists, educators, the general public, and policymakers about developmental biology and related disciplines; and to promote fair, respectful, ethical and equitable practices throughout the scientific enterprise." [2]

Membership

SDB has more than 2,000 members and provides an international forum for research, education, and career development in developmental biology. Membership is open to all with discounted rates for students, postdoctoral researchers, and affiliates. [3] SDB Emerging Research Organisms Grant supports the development of techniques, approaches, community resources, collaborations, and new lines of research to study developmental mechanisms in non-traditional systems. [4]

Awards

SDB Career Awards recognize excellence in research, mentoring, education, and science communication in the developmental biology community.

Professional and Career Development

SDB has made a concerted effort to diversify the pool of scientists by creating resources and professional development opportunities. In 2013, SDB created the Choose Development! Program—a two-summer immersion for undergraduate students belonging to underrepresented groups in STEM to join the research laboratory of an established SDB member. This research-intensive experience was enhanced by a multi-tier mentoring program for each student, recognition across Society, professional development activities, and networking opportunities at national conferences. [7] [8]

The Society began creating virtual career development programs geared toward early career scientists. Since 2020, SDB has developed the Ethel Browne Harvey Postdoctoral Seminar Series, [9] Science Communication Internship, [10] Get Into Grad School Webinar, Get Hired!, and New Faculty Boot Camp. [11]

Publication

SDB publishes in a monthly peer reviewed journal, Developmental Biology .

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References

  1. ↑ "Society for Developmental Biology | SDB History". www.sdbonline.org. Retrieved 2022-06-02.
  2. ↑ "Society for Developmental Biology | About SDB". www.sdbonline.org. Retrieved 2022-06-02.
  3. ↑ "Society for Developmental Biology | Membership". www.sdbonline.org. Retrieved 2022-06-02.
  4. ↑ "Society for Developmental Biology | Awards & Grants". www.sdbonline.org. Retrieved 2022-06-02.
  5. ↑ "Edwin Grant Conklin Medal". Society for Developmental Biology. Archived from the original on 2012-04-14. Retrieved 2008-01-22.
  6. ↑ "Society for Developmental Biology Lifetime Achievement Award" . Retrieved April 2, 2013.
  7. ↑ nick (2017-02-20). "The Society For Developmental Biology - Choose Development! Increasing Diversity In Developmental Biology". scientia.global. Retrieved 2024-03-21.
  8. ↑ Unguez, Graciela A.; Bennett, Karen L.; Domingo, Carmen; Chow, Ida (2022). "Increasing Diversity in Developmental Biology". Frontiers in Sociology. 6. doi: 10.3389/fsoc.2021.762836 . ISSN   2297-7775.
  9. ↑ "SDB Postdoctoral Seminar Series - YouTube". www.youtube.com. Retrieved 2024-03-21.
  10. ↑ Cleaver, Ondine (April 2023). "Communicating developmental biology - Gen Z takes the reins". Developmental Biology. 496: 95–96. doi:10.1016/j.ydbio.2023.02.007. ISSN   0012-1606. PMID   36841504.
  11. ↑ "Society for Developmental Biology | Career Development". www.sdbonline.org. Retrieved 2024-03-21.
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