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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.

News & Announcements

In memory of Dr. Christine Guthrie - 7/6/22
The RNA Society mourns the loss of friend and colleague, Dr. Sidney Altman - 4/27/22
Longtime RNA Society Member Dan Herschlag honored with the Protein Society Stein & Moore Award - 4/19/22
2022 RNA Society Lifetime Achievement in Science Award Winner - 3/5/22
2022 RNA Society Lifetime Service Award Winner - 3/5/22
2022 Outstanding Career Researcher Winner - 1/29/22
2022 Research Excellence by an Underrepresented Scientist Winner - 1/29/22
2022 Excellence in Inclusive Leadership Winner - 1/29/22
2022 Distinguished Research Mentor Award Winner - 1/29/22
2022 Eclipse Award Winners - 1/29/22
2022 Scaringe Award Winners - 1/29/22
2022 Elisa Izaurralde Award Winner - 1/29/22
2022 RNA Society Early- and Mid-Career Award Winners - 1/29/22
Apply Now - 2022 RNA Society Research and Service Awards
Deadline - October 31st, 2021 - 10/20/21
Two RNA Society members win 2021 Warren Alpert Prize for RNA Discoveries - 3/14/21
Inaugural Music and Art Competition - 3/4/21
2021 RNA Society Lifetime Achievement in Science Award Winner - 1/30/21
2021 RNA Society Outstanding Service Award Winner - 1/30/21
Call for Nominations for 2021 RNA Society Election - 1/29/21
Spring 2021 Newsletter Available
1/26/21
The RNA Society's Spring 2019 Newsletter is now available for download. Hear from President Maria Carmo-Fonseca, read previews of RNA 2021, find out about this year’s award recipients, and more.
The RNA Society is seeking to fill two volunteer positions - 1/25/21
Mentoring Initiative - 1/20/21
Neocles B. Leontis - 1/12/21
Support the RNA Society today and receive a limited-edition logo mask with your donation - 10/31/20
2020 Nobel Prize in Medicine awarded to RNA Society member, Charlie Rice - 10/8/20
2020 Nobel Prize in Chemistry awarded to RNA Society members, Jennifer Doudna and Emmanuelle Charpentier - 10/8/20

Archived News Articles

Featured Spotlights

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.

Dr. Erik Hartwick Prof. Michaela Müller-McNicoll

Member Spotlight

Journal

RNA is a monthly, international, peer-reviewed publication that provides rapid communication of significant original research in all areas of RNA structure and function–in eukaryotic, prokaryotic, and viral systems. The journal aims to unify this field by cutting across established disciplinary lines and focusing on “RNA-centered” science. It is published by CSHL Press for the RNA Society, and is available both in print and on-line through Society membership, individual subscription, or institutional subscription. Manuscript submissions are not restricted to Society members, but are welcomed from any member of the RNA scientific community.

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Featured Salon

Launched in 2016, the RNA Salon program provides financial support for recurring local/regional RNA science-based activities held at academic institutions throughout the world.

http://www.kitkwok.com/hk-rna-club.html

The Hong Kong RNA Club

RNA Collaborative Seminar Series

The RNA SOCIETY is delighted to partner with the RNA Collaborative to promote their on-line seminar program aimed at fostering cross-institutional interaction and dissemination of emerging breakthroughs in RNA research. Seminars are open to viewing by all RNA researchers and held virtually every other Wednesday.