1. American Society for Microbiology (ASM) “ASM, Opportunities for Microbiologists Around the World” Dr. Thong Kwai Lin ASM Ambassador to Southeast Asia

2. American Society for Microbiology The oldest and largest life science organization in the world The oldest and largest life science organization in the world 1899-2008: Over a century of tremendous growth and progress 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. The members represent 26 disciplines of microbiological specialization plus a division for microbiology educators. The members represent 26 disciplines of microbiological specialization plus a division for microbiology educators.

3. 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 well- being worldwide.

4. 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

5. Programs of the International Board (IB) International Ambassador Program International Ambassador Program International Fellowship Program International Fellowship Program International Professorship Program International Professorship Program International Mentoring Program International Mentoring Program Minicourse Program Minicourse Program

6. 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.

7. 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.mythongkl@um.edu.my or q5thong@yahoo.comq5thong@yahoo.com

8. 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 www.asm.org/international/fellowship

9. 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 www.asm.org/international/professorship

10. 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 adviceCareer advice Reviewing a paper for publicationReviewing a paper for publication Advising on a grant applicationAdvising on a grant application Offering to host a short-term ASM International FellowOffering 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 www.asm.org/international/mentor

11. ASM International Programs Minicourses Minicourses are organized by the ASM in conjunction with leading institutions around the world. 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. 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.

12. 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.

13. 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

14. 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! ASM offers a variety of membership types: student; transitional; post-doctoral; and full member. 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. 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

15. 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