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Outreach

The objective of the Society's education and outreach activities is to build relationships and encourage dialogue with every organisation and individual with an interest in microscopy and imaging.

Whether you are a professional user looking to further your career or a schooldchild using a microscope for the first time, the Society aims to provide support and resources to help you achieve your goals.
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Education & Outreach Committee
The outreach activities of the Society are overseen by a group of members drawn from the Science Sections and the wider microscopy and education community.
 
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Career Development
Whether you are seeking to improve your skills or hoping to attend a conference, the Society may be able to help.
 
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Qualifications
The Society has a commitment to encourage members to improve and develop their skills. Qualifications play an important part in this.
 
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Education
The Society is looking to increase its support to schools - particularly to Key Stages 1 and 2 - and is keen to provide financial support for purchasing microscopes.
 
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Vice President's Fund
The Vice President's Fund supports projects that are in-line with the Society's objectives and that benefit the public understanding of science or the developing world.
 
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Awards, Competitions and Prizes
Every two years the Society holds the prestigious RMS International Micrograph Competition. It receives entries from all over the world. Some of the winners can be viewed here.
 
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Job Vacancies
With a wide range of vacancies, if you're job hunting it's definitely worth taking a look...
 
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Links
New and interesting websites appear all the time. If you come across one, or administer one that you think is useful, then let us know.
 
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Microscopy FAQ
Frequently asked questions on subjects relating to Microscopy.