ANZSCDB would like to welcome our new sponsor Zeiss Microscopy! Zeiss microscopes have long supported cutting edge research in cell biology and developmental biology. We are thrilled to have Zeiss backing ANZSCDB awards and activities.

ANZSCDB thanks ATA Scientific and Australian BioResources for their continued support.

Welcome from the ANZSCDB President

Dear colleagues,

It is with pleasure and gratitude that I extend a warm welcome to both our longstanding members and those who have recently joined our dynamic community. As the newly appointed President of the Australian and New Zealand Cell and Developmental Biology Society, I am both honoured and excited to represent the society and its members for the next two years.

I joined the society shortly after my arrival in Australia in 2006 when I attended and met like-minded cell biologists at my first ComBio meeting. Since then I have found the society and its members’ dedication to the pursuit of knowledge, excellence, and innovation in cell and developmental biology inspiring. The interactions at the diverse meetings through the years have helped me shape valuable collaborations and long-lasting friendships. I share a common passion for unravelling the intricacies of molecular, cellular and physiological mechanisms with all of members as I focus my energy on the powerhouse of the cell, the mitochondrion.

I have been privileged to have taken active roles in the Society as a WA state representative over 10 years ago and more recently as a member of the Council where I have become familiar with the initiative of the society and the dedication to its running by all the members. The ANZSCDB society has a rich history of promoting cutting-edge research, facilitating collaborations, and disseminating knowledge to national and global audiences. Alexis, Jan and I, as part of the incoming executive, are committed to fostering an inclusive and collaborative environment that encourages the exchange of ideas, the cultivation of new talents, and the mentorship of emerging scientists. Whether you are a seasoned researcher with decades of experience or a young scientist embarking on your academic journey, we’d like our members to feel that the Society is your home ground, where you can find support, guidance, and a platform to showcase your work.

In the coming year, we have an exciting line-up of events, webinars, conferences, and newsletters that will provide opportunities for you to engage with experts in the field, present your research, and stay updated on the latest breakthroughs. We will also be expanding our efforts to support travel for exchange of ideas and new initiatives, aiming to foster the next generation of cell and developmental biologists.

I would like to encourage each of you to actively participate in the society's activities and take full advantage of the resources we offer. Your contributions, ideas, and enthusiasm are vital to the growth and success of our organization. I am confident that, as a united community of passionate individuals, we will continue to advance and promote our society’s values and make a lasting impact for our members and our field.

Thank you to the outgoing executive, Kieran, Alex and Jenny have been a terrific force that has increased the visibility and activities of the society. I thank our members for being a part of the ANZSCDB Society and continuing to support its causes. I look forward to working with you in the coming year and promoting your successes, ideas and initiatives. Please feel free to reach out to me with your ideas, concerns, or suggestions, as your input is highly valued and essential for the focus of the society.

Finally, if you have any ideas for how ANZSCDB can best serve its members, please contact me.

Warm regards,
Aleksandra Filipovska

PhD Research Awards in Basic Medical Research from the Children’s Medical Research Institute in Sydney. These Awards include a generous top-up scholarship paired with a Research Training Program scholarship for a term of 4 years. See the linked flyer for more details or check out the CMRI website for an application form and instructions.

The Australia and New Zealand Society for Cell and Developmental Biology exists to promote research and education in cell and developmental biology through the provision of a dynamic framework for collaboration and support. One of Australia's oldest Scientific Societies, the ANZSCDB supports the cell and developmental biology research community across all levels, from students to senior researchers.

In the broader context, the ANZSCDB represents its members on the Australian Academy of Science's National Committee for Cell and Developmental Biology, and is a member of the International Federation for Cell Biology (IFCB); and the International Society of Developmental Biologists (ISDB).

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