The Federation Of European Microbiological Societies
Also known as: Federation of European Microbiological Societies, Fems
Our charitable objectives lie in advancing microbiology research and education, and applying microbiological knowledge. These are achieved by organising our Congress and supporting courses and networking events; publishing specialist journals; building capacity; supporting our Member Societies; and creating visibility through projects such as the European Academy for Microbiology (EAM).
Activities & Mission
Our charitable objectives lie in advancing microbiology research and education, and applying microbiological knowledge. These are achieved by organising our Congress and supporting courses and networking events; publishing specialist journals; building capacity; supporting our Member Societies; and creating visibility through projects such as the European Academy for Microbiology (EAM).
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Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 39% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 780). How is this calculated?
Higher than 54% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 48% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £1,961,874 | £1,761,123 | £1,694,776 | £20,216,832 | £20,102,299 | 11 / 0 |
| 2023 | £3,640,536 | £2,725,862 | £2,663,824 | £18,681,044 | £18,573,157 | 11 / 0 |
| 2022 | £2,915,426 | £1,839,440 | £1,786,395 | £16,828,799 | £16,725,853 | 10 / 29 |
| 2021 | £2,777,983 | £1,003,242 | £951,864 | £17,844,048 | £17,736,150 | 9 / 26 |
| 2020 | £2,727,401 | £1,431,489 | £1,392,271 | £14,535,276 | £14,430,456 | 9 / 11 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Federation Of European Microbiological Societies
What does The Federation Of European Microbiological Societies do?
Our charitable objectives lie in advancing microbiology research and education, and applying microbiological knowledge. These are achieved by organising our Congress and supporting courses and networking events; publishing specialist journals; building capacity; supporting our Member Societies; and creating visibility through projects such as the European Academy for Microbiology (EAM).
How much income did The Federation Of European Microbiological Societies report in 2024?
The Federation Of European Microbiological Societies reported total income of £1.96m and reported expenditure of £1.76m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Federation Of European Microbiological Societies?
The Federation Of European Microbiological Societies has a program ratio of 86.4%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 39% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 780 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Federation Of European Microbiological Societies registered as a charity?
The Federation Of European Microbiological Societies was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 26 October 1998 as charity number 1072117. It has been registered for 28 years.
Who runs The Federation Of European Microbiological Societies?
The Federation Of European Microbiological Societies is governed by a board of 8 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Federation Of European Microbiological Societies operate?
The Federation Of European Microbiological Societies operates across 49 areas, including Armenia, Australia, Austria and 46 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The Federation Of European Microbiological Societies a registered charity?
Yes — The Federation Of European Microbiological Societies is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1072117.
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