Mission
According to the ASM website, the mission of the American Society for Microbiology is to:
- Advance the microbiological sciences,
- Apply the study of microbiology to increase understanding of the physical processes of life, and to
- Communicate this knowledge throughout society to support improvements in health, the environment, and the economy.
Again, based on its website, to achieve these goals, ASM:
- Supports programs of education, training, and public information,
- Publishes books and journals,
- Convenes workshops, meetings, and conferences,
- Recognizes achievement and distinction among its practitioners,
- Sets standards of ethical and professional behavior, and
- Generally, furthers the development of the field of microbiology.
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