Our Membership
The Marine Biological Association is one of the world’s longest-running societies dedicated to promoting research into our oceans and the life they support.
As a member of the MBA you are part of a dynamic global community of marine biologists from over 40 countries.
Whether you’re a student, professional, or just passionate about marine biology, we have a membership package for you.
Read on for a full list of the benefits you receive as a member.
Why join us?
MyMBA
Access to your own personalised MBA members online area – with ongoing developments to grow and facilitate the global community; including a directory of members, mentoring scheme, online exclusive resources including all previous editions of The Marine Biologist, jobs and careers information.
Subscription to The Marine Biologist magazine
The Marine Biologist is the world’s leading magazine dedicated to the discipline of marine biology. MBA members will enjoy free subscription to this beautiful quarterly publication, bringing readers the latest in research, communication and education, with contributions from leading names in the field.
Journal of the Marine Biological Association
Student and Professional Members get free access to Journal of the Marine Biological Association (JMBA), the MBA’s international journal, publishing original research and reviews on all aspects of marine biology. Membership also includes discounts on publishing in the journal.
Community
Connect with marine biologists across the globe with our online communities, enabling networking, sharing news, research and opportunities for collaboration.
Access to the NMBL
The National Marine Biological Library (NMBL) is one of the largest marine reference libraries in the world. Holding thousands of scientific journal titles and books, historical literature, expedition reports. MBA Members can make full use of the collections and facilities, including electronic journal access in-house.
Promote your professional credibility
Feature in the MBA’s Professional & Fellow Directory, use of exclusive post nominals, writing and presenting opportunities.
Choose a membership
YMB
Under 18 and love marine biology?
Become a Young Marine Biologist.
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YMB
£15
per year
monthly payments available
Student
Studying marine biology and registered in full time University education?
Become a Student Member.
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Students
£25
per year
monthly payments available
Professional
A practising marine biologist or graduate of marine biology?
Become a Professional Member.
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Professional
Full price
Post graduate / newly qualified
£45
per year
monthly payments available
£25
per year
monthly payments available
Fellow (FMBA)
If you are a senior practitioners in marine biology and have contributed to marine biology at the highest level.
Join our prestigious Fellows.
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Fellows
£120
per year
monthly payments available
Associate
Passionate about marine biology and the future of our ocean?
Become an Associate Member.
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Associates
£40
per year
monthly payments available
Joanna Langston
Head of Membership
Joanna Langston
Head of Membership
joalan@mba.ac.uk
My role is to support the growth of the association’s membership to help achieve its aim to be the voice of marine biology, through creating and supporting a global community of marine biologists. My background is in developing and managing a range of support services. Prior to joining the MBA I worked within the membership department of an established professional association, which supported 60,000 members in the field of counselling and psychotherapy. I also have a lifelong interest in marine conservation and as such I feel incredibly privileged to apply this, along with the knowledge and expertise in membership associations that I have I built-up over the years, to support the profession and those that work within it.
Guy Baker, Mem.MBA
The Marine Biologist Editor
Guy Baker, Mem.MBA
The Marine Biologist Editor
guba@mba.ac.uk
After graduating with a BSc (Hons) in geology from the University of London I worked in the oil industry for a couple of years.
For a number of years, I worked in the Drawing Office at UCL. I returned to study taking a Masters in Applied Marine Science at Plymouth Uni. After that I worked at the National Marine Aquarium and then at the Environment Agency (Tidal Water Quality group).
I started at the MBA in 2002, first with MarLIN, then as MBA Communications Officer.
We started The Marine Biologist magazine in 2013. I began working full-time on the magazine with the Membership Team in 2020.
Lize Gibson-Hall BSc, MSc
Training and Events Coordinator
Lize Gibson-Hall BSc, MSc
Training and Events Coordinator
lizhal@mba.ac.uk
I am delighted to be moving within the Membership team to a new position as Training and Events Coordinator. I completed my undergraduate and masters in marine biology and conservation at Plymouth University and have continued to love the city. I started at the MBA a few years ago helping in the seawater hall and have an especial love for cuttlefish. I also worked with the MarLIN team during my placement year where I discovered a passion for writing and science communication which I hope to take forward in my career. My hobbies include photography, scuba diving, and going to metal gigs.
Cathy Harshaw, BSc (Hons), APIOL, Mem.MBA
Training and Events Manager
Cathy Harshaw, BSc (Hons), APIOL, Mem.MBA
Training and Events Manager
cathar@mba.ac.uk
I am responsible for trainings, courses and events both for our members and non-members. I am passionate about bringing people together and creating environments where research, learning and ideas can be shared and collaboration fostered. As a professional coach, experienced educator and Accredited Practitioner of the Institute for Outdoor Learning (APIOL) the design and delivery of high-quality training programmes for a diverse range of audiences is a skill I am excited to bring to the MBA. My passion for the seas started early, growing up on a beach in North-West Ireland, I spent my childhood rummaging in rock pools. This love of the ocean brought me to Plymouth in 2002 to study at the University of Plymouth. I graduated in 2005 with a BSc (Hons) in Marine Biology and Oceanography.
Graham Lang
Membership Services Officer
Graham Lang
Membership Services Officer
gralan@mba.ac.uk
Alexandra Street
Senior Membership Officer
Alexandra Street
Senior Membership Officer
alexa@mba.ac.uk
My role as Senior Membership Officer involves servicing a global membership, developing membership engagement and benefits, supporting Learned Society and governance activities and assisting the FMBA Applications Committee. I additionally provide support to the Events team. Originally from Sweden, I celebrate 20 years at the Marine Biological Association in different administrative roles.
Tanya Whipps
Membership Services Officer
Tanya Whipps
Membership Services Officer
tanwhi@mba.ac.uk
Can we help?
If you have an enquiry about any aspect of the Marine Biological Association, please drop us a line below.
We look forward to hearing from you.
