American Society for
Microbiology
(ASM)
“ASM, Opportunities for
Microbiologists Around the World”
Dr. Thong Kwai Lin
ASM Ambassador to Southeast Asia
American Society for
Microbiology
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The oldest and largest life science organization in
the world
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1899-2008: Over a century of tremendous growth
and progress
 Membership >43,000 worldwide (30% reside
outside the United States)
 International Membership is the fastest growing segment of ASM
Membership.
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The members represent 26 disciplines of
microbiological specialization plus a division for
microbiology educators.
ASM’s Mission
Advance the microbiological sciences as a
vehicle for understanding life processes
and to apply and communicate this
knowledge for the improvement of health
and environmental and economic wellbeing worldwide.
International Board (IB)
Mission Statement
The mission of the International Board is to
ensure that ASM continues and expands its
global activities in the field of microbiological
sciences
Programs of the International
Board (IB)
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International Ambassador Program
International Fellowship Program
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International Professorship Program
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International Mentoring Program
Minicourse Program
ASM International Programs
ASM International Ambassador Program
ASM Ambassadors are international members of ASM
who represent ASM in their country and region.
Identifies the interests and needs of the local
microbiological community, and assists in ASM’s
ongoing efforts to meet those needs.
ASM Ambassador to Southeast Asia
Ambassador: Prof Dr. Thong Kwai Lin
Microbiology Division
Institutes of Biological Sciences
Faculty of Science
University of Malaya
50603 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
+6-03-7967-4437 fax +6-03-7967-5908
thongkl@um.edu.my or q5thong@yahoo.com
ASM International Programs
International Fellowships for Asia
The ASM International Fellowship Program
provides the opportunity for an early career scientist
or student from Asia to visit a host laboratory in the
United States.
Professors are encouraged to promote this program
to their students. The next deadline for applications
is April 15, 2009.
For more information, visit:
www.asm.org/international/fellowship
ASM International Programs
International Professorships to Asia
The ASM International Professorship Program
encourages international collaborations by assisting
ASM members to travel to an institution of higher
learning to teach a short course on a single topic in
the microbiological sciences.
Professors at universities in Southeast Asia are
encouraged to contact a colleague in the United States
and submit a joint proposal. The next deadline for
applications is April 15, 2009.
For more information, visit:
www.asm.org/international/professorship
ASM International Programs
International Mentoring Program
Through the International Mentoring Program,
experienced ASM members offer assistance to young
scientists.
Typical assistance provided by mentors has been:
• Career advice
• Reviewing a paper for publication
• Advising on a grant application
• Offering to host a short-term ASM International Fellow
Mentor volunteers come from all over the world, representing
all fields of microbiology.
To become or search for a mentor visit:
www.asm.org/international/mentor
ASM International Programs
Minicourses
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Minicourses are organized by the ASM in
conjunction with leading institutions around the
world.
Minicourses provide participants with an
introduction to the interdisciplinary approach to
a particular area of research, permitting them to
exchange ideas with leading scientists in their
field and with the junior faculty and graduate
students selected to participate in the course.
Other Products and Services
In addition to programs and services focused on the International
community, ASM has a wealth of other products and services. Members of
ASM receive significant discounts and access to additional resources.
Educational Resources
• ASM offers resources for all levels of education such as; career
information, summer institutes for graduate students and teachers, and
an online collection of digital resources for teaching microbiology.
• MicrobeLibrary: A peer-reviewed collection of teaching and learning
materials focused at the undergraduate level.
ASM Press
• Internationally acclaimed books and manuals
Journals
• ASM produces 11 journals available in print and online
Meetings and Conferences
• ASM proves a forum for dissemination of specialized scientific information in
an environment designed to encourage interaction amongst participants.
American Society for
Microbiology
The greatest strength of ASM is in
its members---their knowledge,
expertise, vision, and energy. The
breadth of their affiliations--academic, clinical, industrial, and
governmental---fosters effective
deliberation and action
We invite you to join the American Society
for Microbiology and be part of the largest
scientific society of individuals interested in
the microbiological sciences!
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ASM offers a variety of membership types:
student; transitional; post-doctoral; and full
member.
Our new Student Membership Institutional Rate
Program offers discounts on student membership
for group registration.
To become a member, just visit:
http://www.asm.org/Membership
American Society for
Microbiology
Visit the ASM Website at
www.asm.org
American Society for Microbiology
1752 N Street, NW
Washington, DC 20036
Phone - 202-737-3600
Fax - 202-942-9328
E-Mail - international@asmusa.org