the marine biological association
The Marine Biological Association (MBA) is one of the world’s longest-running
societies dedicated to promoting research into our oceans and the life they
support. Since 1884 we have been providing a unified, clear, independent voice
on behalf of the marine biological community and currently have a growing
membership in over 40 countries. Below you can see a timeline of our history.The
Association, MBA President and Council are responsible to the Privy Council for
ensuring that business is conducted in accordance with the object and powers as
expressed in the Royal Charter. Its governance structure and practices are
described in the bylaws supported by a set of regulations. We are also
registered as a charity and regulated by the Charity Commission. The MBA is
governed by its members through a distinguished Council who also function as the
Board of Trustees. The Board is chaired by the MBA President and supported by
three trustee sub-committees; Membership and Engagement, Research, and Finance,
Audit and Risk.
