From the Member Societies

Web site: European Society for Photobiology

• President: Massimo Trotta, Italian National Research Council - Bari - president [at] photobiology.eu (president[at]photobiology[dot]eu)
• Secretary: Francesca Giuntini, Liverpool John Moores University - F.Giuntini [at] ljmu.ac.uk (F[dot]Giuntini[at]ljmu[dot]ac[dot]uk)
• Treasurer: Giorgia Miolo, University of Padova
• Contact: info [at] photobiology.eu (info[at]photobiology[dot]eu)

The primary aims of the Society are to co-ordinate and promote all aspects of photobiology in Europe in a way which will optimise the achievements of European photobiology across a range of scientific, technological and medical arenas. Such developments include liaison with and encouragement of photobiologists in other parts of the world. These aims are achieved through publication of a peer-reviewed journal, Photochemical & Photobiological Sciences (PPS), the organisation of a biennial Congress, the holding of regional meetings within Europe, and providing support for meetings outside Europe. Educational opportunities for younger scientists form an important part of the society´s activities and include workshops, exchange study visits between research institutions and scholarships opportunities for attending conferences. ESP is also working towards the establishment of European Union PhD programmes.

In order to make ESP accessible to all interested photobiologists, there has been increased focus on the dissemination of information through the setting up of a dedicated website (which will also function as the website for the biennial congresses and other activities), and publication of books and other materials. ESP also wishes to continue to promote joint activities between relevant societies in the form of co-hosting of symposia speakers at congresses in order to promote cross-society contact and collaboration.

Web site: Deutsche Gesellschaft für Photobiologie

• Chair: Dr. Helger Stege, Klinikum Lippe, Detmold - Helger.Stege [at] klinikum-lippe.de (Helger[dot]Stege[at]klinikum-lippe[dot]de)
• Deputy chair: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Wolf, Medical University of Graz - peter.wolf [at] medunigraz.at
• Secretary: Dr. Thorsten Peters, University Hospital, Ulm
• Treasurer: Peter Saalmann

The German Society of Photobiology is concerned with the study of the effects of optical radiation (ultraviolet, visible and infrared) on living matter and organisms, as well as with the promotion of their application in medicine.

The achievement of these goals serves the close cooperation of its members in research and teaching, at scientific conferences and in special commissions.

Web site: The Photobiology Association of Japan

• President: Prof. Takayuki Kohchi, Kyoto University, Kyoto - tkohchi [at] lif.kyoto-u.ac.jp (tkohchi[at]lif[dot]kyoto-u[dot]ac[dot]jp )

The Photobiology Association of Japan (PAJ) was established in 1982 as a joint organization of 14 academic societies, which shared interest in photobiology. Though some members were changed after then, PAJ plays steadily active role in promoting photobiology in Japan. Now it is composed of the following academic societies:

• The Japanese Society of Plant Physiologists
• The Biophysical Society of Japan
• The Japanese Biochemical Society
• The Japan Radiation Research Society
• The Japanese Society for Photomedicine and Phtotobiology
• The Chemical Society of Japan
• The Zoological Society of Japan
• The Japanese Society for Comparative Physiology and Biochemistry
• The Japanese Photochemistry Association
• The Botanical Society of Japan
• The Japanese Association for Photosynthesis Research
• The Japan Society for Bioscience, Biotechnology, and Agrochemistry

Council member is composed of representatives from these societies. The Council is the decision-makingbody of PAJ and will be fully responsible for the PAJ in the matter of science and business and also responsible for the AIP in the matter of science and business as the representative of Japan, including the proposal for candidates of Finsen Medalist's and awardees and named lecturers. The Council shall be convened, at the call of the president, twice a year. Two meetings shall be held at the Photobiology Meeting of Japan.

The presidents of PAJ:

• in 1997-1998, Dr. Masamitsu Wada, Tokyo Metropolitan University
• in 1999-2000, Dr. Motoyuki Tsuda, Himeji Institute of Technology
• in 2001-2002, Dr. Masako Sasaki, Tokai University
• in 2003-2004, Dr. Tadashi Ohishi, Nara Women's University

PAJ has been holding Photobiology Symposium every year, sponsored many scientific meetings on photobiology, and has played a key role in getting the research fund for the splendid works on photobiology. PAJ also sponsored the 11^th International Congress on Photobiology at 1992 in Kyoto, Japan, and has published encyclopedia on photobiology.

Web site: Société Française de Photobiologie/French Society for Photobiology (SFPb)

• President: Dr Patricia Vicendo, CIRIMAT-CNRS, Toulouse - patricia.vicendo [at] univ-tlse3.fr (patricia[dot]vicendo[at]univ-tlse3[dot]fr)
• Vice-President: Michel Sliwa, LASIR, Université de Lille - michel.sliwa [at] univ-lille.fr (michel[dot]sliwa[at]univ-lille[dot]fr )
• Secretary: Henri-Pierre Lassalle, CRAN, Université de Lorraine, Nancy - henri-pierre.lassalle [at] univ-lorraine.fr (henri-pierre[dot]lassalle[at]univ-lorraine[dot]fr)
• Contact: sfpb [at] photobiologie-france.fr (sfpb[at]photobiologie-france[dot]fr)

The French Society for Photobiology (SFPb) is a dynamic and interdisciplinary organization that reflects the diverse nature of photobiology. It actively fosters joint initiatives with other French societies and research groups and organizes scientific meetings that serve as warm and enriching opportunities for exchange and collaboration. The SFPb is also open to organizing joint congresses with sister societies, such as with the Italian society. These joint congresses are always wonderful moments for scientific exchange as well as friendly interactions between researchers, students, and postdoctoral fellows. They are consistently a great success.

The SFPb’s members are deeply involved in international organizations like the ESP and IUPB, ensuring strong global representation and contributing to major events such as the ESP Congress in Lyon, France (2023) and the 18^th International Congress on Photobiology in Perth, Australia (2024). The society is proud to honor the achievements of its members, such as Angela Falciatore, whose work was recognized with the Edna Roe Lecturer, an IUPB Award at the 18^th ICP Congress in Perth.

With its commitment to supporting young researchers, the SFPb offers Thesis and Young Researcher Awards, as well as grants and scholarships to enable participation in international conferences and build essential global networks.

For more information about the SFPb’s vibrant activities and opportunities, please visit its Web site and Linkedin page

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SFPb at IUPAC2024: Young SFPb members, Marine Labro (ENS Lyon), Théo Beguin (ICP, U. Paris-Saclay), Aixa Aguilera Garrido (LLCM, U. Lorraine) who received a fellowship to participate to the congress PhotoIUPAC 2024 in Valencia (Spain).

SFPb Scientific days: Group photo at the SFPb Scientific Days, 27-29 November 2024, at Campus Pierre & Marie Curie, Sorbonne U. in Paris.

Thesis Prize 2024: Stanislaw Nizinski, in the middle, surrounded by the SFPb staff, after receiving the SFPb Thesis Prize, at the SFPb Scientific Days, at Campus Pierre & Marie Curie in Paris, 27-29 november 2024.

A.Falciatore, IUPB Awardee: Angela Falciatore, member of the SFPb executive committee, receiving the certificate after her Edna Roe Lecture, at the 18th ICP in Perth, West-Australia, august 2024.

SFPb at the 18th ICP in Perth: The speakers in the symposium chaired by Michel Sliwa, SFPb VP, at the 18th ICP in Perth, West-Australia, august 2024.

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Web site: Società Italiana di Fotobiologia

• President: Dr. Greta Varchi, ISOF-CNR Bologna - greta.varchi [at] cnr.it (greta[dot]varchi[at]cnr[dot]it)
• Secretary-Treasurer: Dr. Enrico Caruso, University of Insubria - enrico.caruso [at] uninsubria.it (enrico[dot]caruso[at]uninsubria[dot]it)
• Contact: info [at] sifb.it (info[at]sifb[dot]it)

The Italian Society of Photobiology (SIFB) is a non-profit association dedicated to the advancement of photobiology in all its forms. It aims to bring together scientists from the field of photobiology, facilitate their interactions, and promote collaborations with researchers in related disciplines. To achieve these goals, SIFB is committed to advancing scientific research in photobiology and disseminates scientific knowledge through conferences, seminars, and annual meetings. It encourages information exchange and collaborations between scientists and professionals in the field. Additionally, the Society supports the professional development of its younger members, fostering their growth within the scientific community.

2024 SIFB Annual Congress

The secretariat of the Italian Society of Photobiology is happy to announce that the 2024 conference will take place in Messina, 9 (start: 9 a.m.) – 11 (end: 1 p.m.) September Continuing our tradition of encouraging interdisciplinary exchange, the 2024 conference intends to broaden the audience to encompass scientists from across the Mediterranean who are actively involved in these areas.