Molecular Biologist Mart Loog has been elected as a member of the European Molecular Biology Organization (EMBO). This is one of the most important representative organizations in the field of life sciences in the world.
This year, 60 new members from Europe and nine associate members from elsewhere in the world were elected. The new members represent a range of scientific fields—from RNA to plant biology, and from epidemiology to molecular medicine. Among those elected are scientists from countries such as France, Germany, Italy, Israel, the United Kingdom, Finland, and other European nations.
EMBO members take part in the governance of the organization; they serve on scientific advisory boards, grant review committees, and the editorial boards of scientific journals. Membership also strengthens international collaboration and the mentoring of young scientists.
“A major strength of the EMBO lies in the excellence and dedication of its members,” says EMBO Director Fiona Watt. “Science thrives on global collaboration, and the annual election of the new EMBO members and associate members brings fresh energy and inspiration to our community. We are honoured to welcome this remarkable group of scientists to the EMBO. Their ideas and contributions will enrich the organization and advance the life sciences internationally.”
The new members will be officially welcomed at the EMBO Members’ Annual Meeting, which will take place on 22–24 October 2025 in Heidelberg, Germany.
Read more here: https://www.embo.org/press-releases/outstanding-life-scientists-elected-to-the-embo-membership/
Article in Postimees: https://teadus.postimees.ee/8278340/eesti-teadlased-joudsid-euroopa-eluteaduste-tippu-embo-liikmeteks-valiti-mart-loog-ja-tonis-timmusk