The Society For Experimental Biology
Also known as: S E B
THE SOCIETY PROMOTES EXPERIMENTAL BIOLOGY WITHIN THE INTERNATIONAL SCIENTIFIC COMMUNITY AND SOCIETY. THE SOCIETY'S ACTIVITIES INCLUDE ORGANISATION AND SPONSORSHIP OF CONFERENCES; THE PUBLICATION AND DISSEMINATION OF SCIENTIFIC LITERATURE; EDUCATION, CAREERS AND POLICY WORK; THE ADMINISTRATION OF TRAVEL GRANTS; MEMBERSHIP TO EXPERIMENTAL BIOLOGY RESEARCHERS.
Activities & Mission
THE SOCIETY PROMOTES EXPERIMENTAL BIOLOGY WITHIN THE INTERNATIONAL SCIENTIFIC COMMUNITY AND SOCIETY. THE SOCIETY'S ACTIVITIES INCLUDE ORGANISATION AND SPONSORSHIP OF CONFERENCES; THE PUBLICATION AND DISSEMINATION OF SCIENTIFIC LITERATURE; EDUCATION, CAREERS AND POLICY WORK; THE ADMINISTRATION OF TRAVEL GRANTS; MEMBERSHIP TO EXPERIMENTAL BIOLOGY RESEARCHERS.
Grants
The Society For Experimental Biology makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £2,713,640
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- other defined groups and the general public
- What it supports
- education and training and other charitable purposes
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 23% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 292). How is this calculated?
Higher than 71% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 54% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £3,466,095 | £2,713,640 | £2,674,077 | £11,255,634 | £4,500,000 | 15 / 10 |
| 2024 | £2,917,162 | £2,321,779 | £2,283,442 | £10,011,113 | £3,751,998 | 15 / 10 |
| 2023 | £2,880,732 | £2,703,741 | £2,669,257 | £9,081,620 | £3,641,337 | 16 / 45 |
| 2022 | £2,573,148 | £2,204,488 | £2,171,014 | £8,596,195 | £3,200,000 | 14 / 0 |
| 2021 | £3,116,241 | £2,323,340 | £2,288,000 | £8,718,352 | £2,700,000 | 14 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Society For Experimental Biology
What does The Society For Experimental Biology do?
THE SOCIETY PROMOTES EXPERIMENTAL BIOLOGY WITHIN THE INTERNATIONAL SCIENTIFIC COMMUNITY AND SOCIETY. THE SOCIETY'S ACTIVITIES INCLUDE ORGANISATION AND SPONSORSHIP OF CONFERENCES; THE PUBLICATION AND DISSEMINATION OF SCIENTIFIC LITERATURE; EDUCATION, CAREERS AND POLICY WORK; THE ADMINISTRATION OF TRAVEL GRANTS; MEMBERSHIP TO EXPERIMENTAL BIOLOGY RESEARCHERS.
How much income did The Society For Experimental Biology report in 2025?
The Society For Experimental Biology reported total income of £3.47m and reported expenditure of £2.71m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Society For Experimental Biology?
The Society For Experimental Biology has a program ratio of 77.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 23% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 292 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Society For Experimental Biology registered as a charity?
The Society For Experimental Biology was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 6 December 1977 as charity number 273795. It has been registered for 49 years.
Who runs The Society For Experimental Biology?
The Society For Experimental Biology is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is Professor Gudrun De Boeck. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Society For Experimental Biology operate?
The Society For Experimental Biology operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Society For Experimental Biology a registered charity?
Yes — The Society For Experimental Biology is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 273795.
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Other notable Arts charities
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Trustees
Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- S E B
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated