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International Programs
International Ambassadors Program
International members who act as intermediaries between the Society and ASM members in their region
LabCap Program
Strengthens laboratory capacity in resource-limited countries
Engages scientists from resource-constrained countries by providing membership and full access to all online ASM journals at no cost.
International Grants & Fellowships Encourage international collaborations in research and training
ASM's International Board develops, sustains and promotes the global activities of the American Society for Microbiology.
What's New in International?
Announcing the 2013 ASM Ambassador of the Year
Congratulations to Dr. Nagi AL-Haj of Sana’a University, Yemen, the 2013 ASM Ambassador of the Year. Each year, as the Ambassador Program grows in size and impact, the review committee’s task of selecting one individual for this prestigious award becomes increasingly difficult. However, AL-Haj’s contributions to his country, ASM and...
06-17-2013
Global Challenge! Video Contest
ASM is announcing a Global Challenge Video Contest - How Your Microbiology is Improving the World Show us in a short video and you could win big! The winner will receive a cash prize and trip to ASM's General Meeting to present his or her video. ASM is asking our international members...
06-07-2013
Engaging Tomorrow’s Leaders: ASM Appoints 30 Young Ambassadors
In light of the surge in youth population worldwide, a 72% increase in ASM's international student membership in 2012, and the potential to tap into student enthusiasm around global issues, the Society has launched the International Young Ambassador Program. The goal of this initiative is three-fold: 1) foster cohesion among...
04-02-2013
New Appointments to ASM’s International Ambassador Network
Following a highly competitive application process and extensive review, seventeen ASM Ambassadors were appointed in November 2012. These appointments expand ASM’s worldwide network of in-country representatives to 87 countries and further enhance the Society’s ability to engage our international members, partners and stakeholders. ASM congratulates the following Ambassadors on their recent...
12-10-2012
Microbes After Hours Series
Join ASM for this series of events exploring the role of microbiology in our world. Hosted at the ASM Headquarters in Washington, DC these monthly events are open to both ASM members and non-members alike. Session 3 |Return of Influenza | October 9, 2012 | 6:00-8:00pm ASM Headquarters, 1752 N Street NW, Washington DC Fall...
05-14-2012
2012 Round Two Grantees: Indo-US Professorships in Microbiology
The Indo-US Professorships in Microbiology, sponsored by the Indo-US Science & Technology Forum, encourages partnerships between the United States and India. Open to ASM members and non-members alike, the program provides microbiological expertise to faculty and students in both countries by supporting grantees to teach interactive short courses or perform...
07-16-2012