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BiochemistThe Magazine of the Biochemical Society
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The membership publication of the Biochemical Society, The Biochemist contains a mix of feature articles on matters of general scientific interest, letters, book reviews, meeting reports, careers information, policy issues, science education updates and literature reviews. It is backed by a sister publication, Biochemist e-volution, which is a daily news service for life scientists containing science news, job adverts, training dates, diary of events, membership news, grants/bursary information and the magazine archive.
The membership magazine of the Biochemical Society, The Biochemist is an essential read for bio-scientists.
Distributed to around 6500 members of the Biochemical Society throughout the world, it is one of the most highly-respected life-science association magazines in the country.The Biochemist is posted to members six times a year and is kept for reference by about 70% of members. 98% of members read the magazine which is now also available in an e-publication format for digital access via the Biochemical Society’s Members area.
A substantial number of print copies have more than one reader, taking the estimated total readership to 15,000.
Since 1997, The Biochemist is also available to nonmembers and libraries by subscription.
The Biochemist contains a mix of feature articles on matters of general scientific interest, letters, book reviews, meeting reports, careers information, policy issues, science education updates and literature reviews.
It is backed by a sister publication, Biochemist e-volution, which is an online daily news service for life scientists containing science news, job adverts, training dates, diary of events, member news, grants/bursary information and the magazine archive.
With the membership of the Biochemical Society comprising a mixture of biochemists, molecular biologists, cell biologists, neuroscientists, pharmacologists and more, the overall composition of The Biochemist and Biochemist e-volution is designed to cater for the eclectic mix of highly qualified individuals in both industry and academia.
About usFebruary 2012 April 2012
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Distributed to members of the Biochemical Society, including Biochemists, Molecular Biologists, Cell Biologists, Molecular Botanists, Neuroscientists, Pharmacologists and more.
Readership Membership magazine of the Biochemical Society
Distributed to 6500 members of the Biochemical Society internationally
6 print issues
Kept for reference by 70% circulation
98% active readership
Now also available in an e-zine format for mobile digital access
Estimated total readership of 15,000
nCirculation: 6,500nFrequency: 6 print issuesnEstimated Total Readership: 15,000
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February Nanotechnology n membrane proteins in nanotechnologyn gold nanoparticles in medicinen health effects
April Symmetry n crystallographyn large protein assembliesn symmetry in virusesn chirality
June Molecular Psychiatryn blood-brain barriern depression pathwaysn lithium and bipolarn biochemistry of schizophrenian the future of drugs
Editorial2013 issues to date.
Coming Up in 2013August Symbiosis N Fixation, Endosymbiotic Theory, Mycorrhiza, Algae and Lichen, Gut Flora, Evolution of Symbiosis
October Photobiology Primitive eyes, Photosynthetic reaction centre proteins, UV skin damage/protection, Circadian rhythms, Luminescence, Phosphorescence
December The Seven Deadly SinsThe biochemistry of Anger, Greed, Sloth, Pride, Lust, Gluttony and Envy
FeaturesEvery issue contains features written by experts in their field. There is a combination of reviews and reports from the cutting edge of science.
Student FocusEvery issue contains special sections for students, post-grads and those at school.
News News from the life science community, meeting reports, Society news and exhibition reviews.
Science Communication CompetitionThe Biochemist tries to encourage new writers with competitions – and issues edited by students.
Editorial Continued
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