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Welcome to the Institute of Biology of Ireland

The professional body for biologists in Ireland!

Endorses professional competence & maintains a register of professional biologists, including lecturers, biology teachers and researchers
Awards full members the title of M.I.Biol.I. - a nationally recognised standard.
Advises the government through representation on statutory bodies
Communicates and interacts with the public on biological topics
Supports and sponsors national meetings of biological interest
A gateway to contacts in Ireland, Europe and internationally
Has made significant contributions in second and third-level education
Current members include professional biologists in universities, institutes of technology , schools, government departments, hospitals, semi-state bodies and industry
As a freshly rejuvenated body we are interested in your views, opinions and directions you think the institute should take so come on in!

To represent and promote the professional interests of biologists.
To advise government and the public in general on biological matters having implications for society.
To ensure professional competence of biologists.
To facilitate contacts between biologists in Ireland, within the European Union and internationally.
To promote interest in, and an understanding of biology and its application and implications for modern society through education and research.
To attract and encourage entrants to the profession of biology.
To provide support and expertise to biology teachers through an Expert Panel

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