RMS and the Rosalind Franklin Institute sign Memorandum of Understanding to enable closer working relationship

The Royal Microscopical Society (RMS) and the Rosalind Franklin (the Franklin) have signed a new ‘Memorandum of Understanding’ (MOU) that signals their joint commitment to exploring ways in which they can work together to further their shared purpose of advancing microscopy and imaging, and supporting the scientific communities engaged in these disciplines.

This closer working relationship will better enable the creation of joint training and development activities, provide new opportunities for co-hosting scientific events and enhance the impact of their common input to funders, industry and government regarding priorities and policies for development of the field.

RMS Chief Executive Sali Davis said: “The RMS has always sought to reach out to the wider microscopy community and forge closer links with other organisations that share our aims.

“We’re really excited to explore new opportunities for joint-working with our colleagues at the Franklin, which is a major hub for technological innovation in microscopy, right across the sciences. This agreement is a great way of setting out some practical steps we can take to support each other’s activities and bring our communities closer together.”=

Professor Paul Matthews, Director of the Franklin said: “We want to ensure that the new technologies and tools developed at the Franklin can more rapidly foster innovation for a wide community. Partnering with RMS, who are internationally recognised as an authoritive voice for the community of microscopists, will enable us to engage a wider group of scientists in our efforts to deliver the benefits promised by our science.   We are looking forward to expanded opportunities for training courses, workshops and wider support for both academics and industry through this partnership!”