Membership

The Marine Biological Association – an independent voice

As one of the world’s longest established marine learned societies, the MBA plays a crucial role in providing a clear independent voice to government, marine stakeholders and the wider public. Learned societies have a particular value to society because they “are able to make a contribution to intellectual and material well being because they are independent of government, research councils, universities, etc”.[1] The MBA does not therefore speak on behalf of a single organisation or group but seeks to reflect the views and opinions of the entire marine biological community with members both nationally and internationally and those interested in marine science and the marine environment in addition to professional scientists.

MBA 125 event, Fishmongers Hall, London
An event in London celebrating 125 years of the MBA

Becoming a member of the MBA allows you to be part of a marine biological community dedicated to the aims of the Association and gives you access to a wide range of benefits as summarised below. Find out full details of all the exclusive benefits of membership.

Those who are already members can access the members area via the members area link using your unique MBA membership number.

Enter the members’ area

 

MBA Member Benefits

 

  • The MBA welcomes new members from all backgrounds from those employed in marine biological research to marine enthusiasts
  • Be part of a world-wide network of marine biologists
  • Access to the MBA members experts database

Please help us to keep our database of expertise up-to-date by downloading the forms below, complete them and return to us.

- Expertise form – PDF / Word

- Policy form – PDF / Word

  • Opportunity to influence Marine Policy at the UK level
    and beyond
  • Membership gives exclusive access to grants and bursaries
  • Keep up-to-date with research through scientific talks and seminars online

Scientific seminar

  • Enjoy discounts on books from leading publishers

Scientific seminar

During 2012 MBA Members receive discount to the following events:

FREE admission to Natural Environment 2012: Balancing Nature, Society and the Economy Contact the Membership Secretary for details.

10% discount to OCEANS OF POTENTIAL conference 11-12 Sept 2012

Types of membership

Table summarizing membership options [PDF file]

Joining the Association

If you are interested in joining the MBA, simply fill in the online form.
View the Articles and Memorandum of the Association.

For more details please contact

Alexandra Street
Membership Secretary
The Marine Biological Association
Citadel Hill, Plymouth, Devon, PL1 2PB, UK

Or telephone 01752 633337

or E-mail: membership@mba.ac.uk