American Society for Cell Biology (ASCB)

Non-profit OrganizationsMaryland, United States51-200 Employees

ASCB is a non-profit professional society that brings together researchers in cell biology and biomedical research from around the world. Based in Rockville, Maryland, it supports more than 5,000 members, including 40 Nobel laureates, and pursues activities across scientific discovery, policy advocacy, education, professional development, and diversity in the scientific workforce. Its membership ranges from undergraduate students to leaders in the field, with benefits tailored to each career stage.

ASCB operates within the nonprofit sector to support the cell biology community through scholarly publishing and education initiatives, including Molecular Biology of the Cell and the education-focused journal CBE - Life Sciences Education. In 2025, the organization named Miriam Segura, PhD, as Editor-In-Chief of CBE-Life Sciences Education, with the appointment taking effect in August. ASCB recognizes early-career researchers through awards such as the Paper of the Year and Early Career Awards associated with Molecular Biology of the Cell.

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