Welcome to the RNA Society. We’re a non-profit, international scientific society with more than 1800 members dedicated to fostering research and education in the field of RNA science. We host a peer-reviewed scientific journal, RNA, and an annual scientific conference, along with sponsoring other RNA-related scientific conferences through direct financial support and student travel grants. Mostly, we are a community of scientists who are passionate about better understanding the fascinating world of RNA biology.
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Call for nominations for 2020 RNA Society election
The 2020 Nomination Committee of the RNA Society is identifying candidates for election to open leadership positions effective January 2021. More2020 RNA Society Lifetime Achievement Award
The RNA Society is very pleased to announce that Matthias Hentze is the recipient of the 2020 RNA Society Lifetime Achievement Award.
Please join us in congratulating him at the RNA 2020 conference to be held May 26-31, 2020, in Vancouver, Canada. More
2020 RNA Society Lifetime Service Award
The RNA Society is very pleased to announce that Sarah Woodson is the recipient of the 2020 RNA Society Lifetime Service Award.
Please join us in congratulating her at the RNA 2020 conference to be held May 26-31, 2020, in Vancouver, Canada. More
Spring 2020 Newsletter Available
The RNA Society's Spring 2020 Newsletter is now available for download. Hear from President Anna Marie Pyle, read previews of RNA 2020, find out about this year’s award recipients, and more.2020 Elisa Izaurralde Award Winner
The RNA Society is very pleased to announce that Lori Passmore is the recipient of the inaugural 2020 Elisa Izaurralde Award.
Please join us in congratulating her at the RNA 2020 conference to be held May 26-31, 2020, in Vancouver, Canada. More
2020 RNA Society Early- and Mid-Career Award Winners
2020 RNA Society/Scaringe Award Winners
Employment Opportunities
The RNA Research Division at New England Biolabs (NEB) is seeking a motivated, energetic, and scientifically rigorous individual to join … more
A postdoctoral position is immediately available in the laboratory of Dr. Anastasios Vourekas, at the Department of Biological Sciences Louisiana … more
We are seeking an innovative and enthusiastic bioinformatician to work with a team of researchers headed by Doctor Ulf Schmitz, … more
A postdoctoral position is available in the laboratory of Dr. Nara Lee at the University of Pittsburgh. Our research is … more
Retrotransposons Post-doctoral positions are open immediately to join the Burns laboratory in the Department of Oncologic Pathology at Dana-Farber Cancer … more
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What's Hot in RNA Selected from the Society's Journal
Crystal structure of the A24U/U25A/A46G mutant XPT-PBUX guanine riboswitch aptamer domain in complex with hypoxanthine (Protein Data Bank code: 4fen)
Upcoming Conferences
RNA 2020, Vancouver, BC, Canada
May 26 - May 31, 2020 more
RNA 2020, Vancouver, BC, Canada
EMBO Practical Course: FISHing for RNAs: Classical to Single Molecule Approaches
March 15, 2020 - EMBL Heidelberg, Germany more7th Annual RNA Symposium on RNA Science and Its Applications
March 18, 2020 - The RNA Institute, University at Albany, State University of New York moreRNA Imaging and Intracellular Dynamics Workshop
April 7, 2020 - Porter Neuroscience Center moreEMBO Workshop: The Epitranscriptome
April 22, 2020 - EMBL Heidelberg, Germany moreEMBO Practical Course: Measuring Translational Dynamics by Ribosome Profiling
May 3, 2020 - EMBL Heidelberg, Germany moreMember Spotlight Series
About
In recognition of the outstanding lives and accomplishments of our members, each month we profile two RNA Society members—one Full member and one Student/Post-doctoral Fellow member—as part of our Member Spotlight Series.
Featured Spotlights
Dr. Kathrin Leppek is a postdoctoral researcher in Dr. Maria Barna’s lab at Stanford University. Written by Spotlight team member Chun Kim, this Spotlight describes why Dr. Leppek has been fascinated by structured RNA, how she has helped organize the Bay Area RNA Club, and why she thinks bravery is so important in research.
Dr. Angie Hilliker is an Associate Professor of Biology at the University of Richmond. Written by Spotlight team member Ha An Nguyen, this piece describes the rewards of teaching and doing research at a predominantly undergraduate institution and Dr. Hilliker’s two main pieces of advice for trainees.
RNA Salons
About RNA Salons
RNA Salons are reoccurring, regional RNA science-based gatherings that cultivate year-long interaction, engagement, sharing of knowledge among RNA researchers and support of junior scientists. Read more about RNA Salons here.
Current RNA Salons
In 2019/20, the RNA Society is supporting 54 RNA Salons worldwide. A complete list of funded RNA Salons can be found here.
Featured RNA Salons
The RNA Society regularly features the activities of exemplary RNA Salons. Our latest featured RNA Salon: The Hong Kong RNA Club—A new hub for RNA aficionados.
Previously featured:
Australia’s first RNA Salon – meRNA at Monash University
Hungarian RNA Salons
Arizona RNA Salon
Dutch RNA Salon