University of Bolton Library: Medical Biology: Useful websites

Useful Websites

As well as academic resources, you may also find the following suggested websites useful. If you are unsure of what makes a good a website, and whether or not a website should be used as a source for an assignment, the Using the Internet for Research section of LEAP Online will be useful.

Institute of Biomedical Science The IBMS is the professional body for biomedical scientists and students - advancing knowledge and setting standards in biomedical science.
Institute of Biomedical Sciences membership Discounted membership gives you access to the Biomedical Scientist magazine and website.
American Institute of Biological Sciences The American Institute of Biological Sciences is a nonprofit scientific association dedicated to advancing biological research and education for the welfare of society.
Biotechnology and Biological Science Research Council One of seven UK Research councils, the BBSRC supports scientists and research students in universities and institutes across the UK.
British Society of Cell Biology The BSCB promotes the advancement of research in all branches of cell biology and encourages the interchange of information.
Genetics Society This charity is one of the longest-standing in the field of genetics.
Medical Research Council THE MRC supports research across the entire spectrum of medical sciences, in the UK and in Africa.
National Human Genome Research Institute The National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) leads the field of genomics by strategically investing in highly innovative studies needed to understand how the genome works and to use that knowledge to advance human health.
Royal Society of Biology The RSB advises the Government, advances learning and CPD in biology and promotes public interest in the Life Sciences
VPH Institute An international non-profit organisation, whose mission is to ensure that the Virtual Physiological Human is fully realised, universally adopted, and effectively used both in research and clinical settings.
Wellcome Images Medical image collection, made available digitally by the Wellcome Trust.

The LEAP Online section Using the Internet for Research, has lots of tips for getting the best out of using the internet and avoiding the common pitfalls.

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