An International Fish Biology and Fisheries Society
We provide opportunities for our members to access monetary grants, PhD scholarships, internships and training within the fish biology and fisheries field.
The FSBI Annual Symposium 2026
Breaking Siloes in Fish Biology.
Hosted by University of Southampton
27th-31st July 2026, Southampton
WHO we are
The FSBI is a registered charity based in the UK, which serves a global community of fish biologists, fishery managers and researchers.
Membership is open to anyone interested in these objectives.We celebrate diversity and inclusion, and we welcome anyone who is passionate about fish and fisheries biology to become a member of our society.
We are constantly trying to improve the society to make it more accessible and valuable to our members, to find out more about our current plans for progress click here >>
Member benefits
We have a range of benefits for members at every career stage from undergraduates to retired society members. Below is a selection of the many member benefits we offer.
Travel Grant Funding
Members can apply to get up to £1500 in travel money for conferences and FSBI approved events.
Research Grants
Student or Retired members can apply for funding to undertake novel research.
Postdoctoral Fellowships
Postdoctoral members can apply for up to £20,000 for research that facilitates international mobility of expertise.
PhD studentships
Members can apply for a fully funded PhD position. Funding is equivalent to a NERC PhD studentship with a £1000 supplement and annual consumable funds.
Internships
Undergraduate members can apply for a summer internship with an institution. We also cover the accommodation cost and contribute to any research costs.
Training Grants
Our members can apply for funding towards a training course that is related to their work in fish biology and/or fisheries.
Our membership
Our membership is managed by the RSB portal on our my.fsbi subdomain, to buy membership you will first need to make a account then select which membership option you want.
Click one of the sign up buttons below the membership options to take you to our my.fsbi member portal.
Basic Membership
£10/yr
Journal Membership
£30/yr
Includes basic membership +
Student Journal Membership
£30/yr
£15/yr
Includes basic membership + Journal membership +
FAQ
We are an international community and registered charity that celebrates diversity and inclusion and have members from over 32 countries. We welcome anyone who is passionate about fish and fisheries biology to join our society. Becoming an undergraduate member of the FSBI will not only benefit your access to recent papers but will also enhance your CV and provide you with many opportunities to get involved with the scientific community. We also provide summer Internship opportunities for our undergraduate members at a chosen academic institution. We even pay for your accommodation costs!
This will give student members of either organisation access to the student services of the other at no extra cost. This is an optional sign up you can select for the student journal membership.
What does it give you?
- Discounted rates for both FSBI and IFM events
- Ability to apply for FSBI and IFM funding
- Increased networking and career support opportunities
Find Out More Here!
We have our own dedicated membership support member who can be contacted on the phone at 02039253477 or by email: theteam@fsbi.org.uk
For specific grant based inquiries you can also contact the appropriate council member found on our About page.
We will send you a email reminder before your membership expires with a link to renew your membership. If you need a reminder of when your membership will run out please email theteam@fsbi.org.uk
FSBI ANNUAL SYMPOSIUM
Since 1977, the highlight of each year has always been our amazing annual symposium. Next year's symposium is hosted by Southampton University 27th - 31st of July 2026.
Check Out our New YouTube Series: Inside the FSBI!
Explore how our society works and the experiences of some of our members, grant winners and medalists!
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IFM - FSBI Membership partners
Created in 1969 in the UK, the IFM is dedicated to the advancement of sustainable fisheries management. Like the fsbi, they are a non-profit organisation managed by an elected council. Our members are fisheries managers from research bodies, fishing and angling organisations, water companies, fish farms and educational institutions.
We aim to achieve the highest standard, maintained through the good will and dedication of the council (who are the charity trustees) for the FSBI. We are always interested to hear member feedback, and are pleased to attend the Annual Symposium to ensure we stay in touch with all those concerned.
The FSBI is registered in the United Kingdom as a charity (Number: 256475) and is affiliated to the Royal Society of Biology. Contact FSBI support Line at 020 3925 3477 or Email theteam@fsbi.org.uk
