About SFBBM

The French Society of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (SFBBM), originally founded as the Society of Biological Chemistry, was established on March 14, 1914, at the Collège de France in Paris by Professor Maurice Nicloux. New statutes were adopted in 1933, leading to the Society being recognized as a public-interest organization. It finally adopted its current name, SFBBM, in 1990.

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How we act

Bring together

biochemists & molecular biologists

Promote

research and the dissemination of knowledge

Represent

scientists within national and international bodies

Support

Youngs scientists with our Junior Section

Why join us

Advancing research, connecting scientists, representing the scientific community

Conference grants

Financial support to attend national and international conferences.

Scientific awards

Recognize your research with awards acknowledged by the scientific community.

International opportunities

Automatic membership in FEBS & IUBMB, giving access to numerous grants and funding programs.

SFBBM annual conference

Join a major scientific event with free registration and the chance to present your work and network with peers.

Thematic Groups

Connect with colleagues through national specialized interest groups and participate to dedicated meetings and events, fostering exchanges and collaborations.

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SFBBM at the heart of French research

A century of commitment to advancing the life sciences.

Since its founding in 1914, the SFBBM has actively contributed to the dissemination and advancement of knowledge at the interface of biology and chemistry. Biochemistry and molecular biology—disciplines that are both cross-disciplinary and central to understanding the fundamental mechanisms of life—reach a broad community of biologists. With more than a century of history, the SFBBM remains a major player in the scientific community, while continuing to evolve and adapt to contemporary scientific challenges.
This scientific journey, which began over 100 years ago, is vividly recounted in a remarkable volume written by Professor Guy Dirheimer and published in a special issue of Regard sur la Biochimie, dedicated entirely to the Society’s centenary.

A team serving the scientific community.

A dedicated Board of Directors supported by a network of active members.

Président
Martin Picard

Paris

End of term: 2028

General secretary
Hélène Munier-Lehmann

Paris

End of term: 2028

Vice President for International Relations
Sophie Rahuel-Clermont

Nancy

End of term: 2027

Vice President for scientific meetings
Claire Rosnoblet

Dijon

End of term: 2028

Treasurer
Magali Blaud

Paris

End of term: 2030

Vice President for communication
Jean-Christophe Paillart

Strasbourg

End of term: 2028

Olivier Berteau

Paris

End of term: 2026

Alexandre De Brevern

Paris

End of term: 2026

Isabelle Iost

Bordeaux

End of term: 2026

Isabelle Van Seunigen

Lille

End of term: 2026

Abdelrahim Zoued

Lyon

End of term: 2026

Corinne Lionne

Montpellier

End of term: 2027

Pierre Santucci

Marseille

End of term: 2027

Claire Stines

Pessac

End of term: 2027

Béatrice Vallée-Meheust

Orleans

End of term: 2027

Tamara Basta-le-Berre

Saclay

End of term: 2028

Cyril Bourgeois

Lyon

End of term: 2028

Mahel Zeghouf

Saclay

End of term: 2028

Maxime Wery

Paris

End of term: 2029

Mathieu Rederstorff

Nancy

End of term: 2029

Nicolas Soler

Nancy

End of term: 2029

Nathalie Chamond

Paris

End of term: 2029

Editor “Biochimie”
Xavier Coumoul

Paris

Editor-in-chief “Biochimie”
Bertrand Friguet

Paris

Editor “Biochimie”
Claude Forest

Paris

Junior Section Coordinator
Elisa Frezza

Paris

“Article of the month” jury coordinator
Zaineb Kammoun

Paris

“Article of the month” jury
Veronique Receveur-Brechot

Marseille

“Article of the month” jury
Martin Picard

Paris

“Article of the month” jury
Corinne Lionne

Lille

“Article of the month” jury
Pierre Santucci

Marseille

SFBBM/FEBS Grants Coordinator
Magali Blaud

Paris

International congress Grants Coordinator
Hélène Munier-Lehmann

Paris

J-P Ebel Grants Coordinator
Magali Blaud

Paris

SFBBM Grants Coordinator
Magali Blaud

Paris

The SFBBM Thematic Groups

Spaces for exchange and collaboration between researchers, to advance research in biochemistry and molecular biology.

GT Archaea

Bringing together biochemists and molecular biologists interested in the study of archaea, a distinct domain of life, with unique adaptive and evolutionary properties.

GT Cellular proteolysis

Study protein degradation in cells, whether for renewal, signaling, or the removal of damaged proteins.

GT Enzymes

Exploring all aspects of enzymes, from the most fundamental (structure, mechanism, regulation) to the most applied (engineering, biocatalysis, enzymopathies).

GT Metabolism

Decipher metabolic pathways, their regulation, and their dysregulation, particularly in diseases.

GT SifrARN

Characterize the biogenesis, degradation, structure, and functions of RNAs in prokaryotes and eukaryotes.

GT Synthetic Biology

Design and construct new or redesigned biological systems (or components).

GT Education

Building a community of teachers and researchers committed to advancing teaching practices in biochemistry (lessons learned, tool sharing, improved learning, …).

Our Partners

SFBBM is part of a national and international ecosystem and actively collaborates with several leading institutions.

FEBS

Federation of European Biochemical Societies

IUBMB

International Union of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

BIOGÉE

Fédération des sciences pour la société

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