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The International Society for Seed Science (ISSS) is a professional
organisation of seed scientists committed to fostering and promoting
research, education and communication in the scientific understanding
of seeds by:
Publication of scientific research on seed biology in
Seed Science Research,
the official journal of the ISSS.
Co-ordination and organisation of conferences, workshops and more
specialised meetings related to seed science.
Publication of proceedings of ISSS conferences and other meetings.
Publication of a newsletter.
Support for educational activities in seed biology, including courses,
slide exchanges, web sites, etc.
Establishment of prizes and honours for meritorious work in seed biology.
Networking of members through e-mail groups such as the
Seed Biology Electronic Mailing List.
Posting of job listings.
Involvement in political and public relations activities affecting
seed research and utilisation.
The ISSS is governed by an Executive Committee consisting of Elected and Appointed Trustees.
More information about the ISSS can be found in our Membership Brochure
and in the ISSS Members' Handbook
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