Committees

EMGS COMMITTEES

Empowering EMGS, Shaping the Future

The Environmental Mutagenesis and Genomics Society (EMGS) is home to a range of committees staffed entirely by EMGS Members. These committees serve as vital channels for direct involvement and interaction with the organization's leadership. By participating at the committee level, individuals have the chance to immerse themselves fully in the EMGS community and effect real change in its trajectory.

These dedicated committees are instrumental in propelling EMGS forward. They have played an essential role in the society's expansion by overseeing and spearheading the development of innovative programs and initiatives. Through their hard work, these committees contribute significantly to EMGS's mission of advancing the understanding of environmental mutagenesis and genomics.

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General Committees

Awards & Honors

The Awards and Honors Committee serves as an integral body within EMGS, with a primary responsibility to meticulously deliberate and carefully choose the distinguished recipients of the prestigious annual EMGS awards. Learn More

Membership & Professional Development

The Membership and Professional Development Committee promotes recruitment, retention, and career development through initiatives like Special Interest Groups, facilitating member interactions and mentorship.

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Hollaender International Outreach

The Hollaender International Outreach Committee aims to enhance global mutagenesis research opportunities by organizing and promoting relevant courses worldwide, with a special focus on underrepresented regions.
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Public Relations & Communications

The Public Relations and Communications Committee strategically conveys our message, manages public perception, and maintains open communication channels with like-minded societies.
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Program

The Program Committee plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of the EMGS annual meeting by meticulously planning and thoughtfully curating the program for the event.

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Finance & Fundraising

The Finance & Fundraising Committee takes on an advisory role, working closely with the Treasurer to conduct reviews of budgetary activities, ensuring sound financial management and sustainable funding strategies.
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Administrative Committees

Nominating

At least five members of the Society are annually appointed to the Nominating Committee to identify and recruit candidates to stand for election to President, Secretary, Treasurer, and EMGS council.Learn More

Endowment Fund Board

The Endowment Fund Board leads long-term philanthropic initiatives, develops policies, manages investments, and advises the Executive Board and Council on fund utilization.
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Publication Policy

The mission of the Publication Policy Committee (PPC) is to provide advice and oversight to the Editor(s) and to advise the EMGS Executive Board on publication policy issues related to the Journal.
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Subcommittees

Outreach & Support

The O&S Subcommittee strives to support all members of the EMGS, including scientists from all professional and educational paths, and to ensure a welcoming environment within the society.
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Education, Student & New Investigator Affairs

The ESNIA Subcommittee enhances student and new investigator participation through programs like the QUEST challenge at the annual EMGS meeting.
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Position Paper Subcommittee

The Position Paper Subcommittee presents well-informed, evidence-based papers outlining our organization's stance on critical topics.

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The Newsletter Subcommittee compiles, designs, and disseminates regular newsletters, delivering informative updates and engaging content to our members and subscribers.
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Social Media

The Social Media Subcommittee manages our online presence, curating content, engaging with our audience, and promoting our organization through various social platforms.
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Other Groups

EMGS Website Task Force

The Website Task Force is at the forefront of enhancing our online presence and user experience. They are responsible for the ongoing development, maintenance, and optimization of our website. This task force plays a critical role in delivering a seamless and visually appealing online experience for our audience, contributing to our organization's success and accessibility.

EMGS Mentoring Task Force

The Mentoring Task Force is a dedicated team focused on fostering professional and personal growth within our organization. They play a vital role in creating and overseeing mentorship programs, pairing experienced mentors with mentees seeking guidance and support in their career development. This task force ensures that valuable knowledge and insights are shared, empowering individuals to reach their full potential and fostering a strong sense of community within our organization.

Scientific Liaison Coalition

SLC is a coalition of scientific, biomedical, and health-based societies working together to identify and promote topics of cross-cutting interest through conferences, webinars, publications, and professional meetings. SLC harnesses the collective expertise of large and small organizations to improve human and environmental health and well being.