Advancing Reproductive Biology
With members from over 50 countries, we are the world’s leading organization for reproductive biology in biomedicine and agriculture. Whether you’re a researcher, clinician, educator, or student, we have assets that will help you advance your work and career.
Why Join the SSR
SSR offers a myriad of benefits for every stage of your career, including opportunities for member collaboration, connection, and career growth resources, free direct online access to SSR’s Journal, Biology of Reproduction (BOR), deep discounts on Annual Meeting registration fees, and more!

SSR Spotlight
Wei Yan, Director of Washington State University’s School of Molecular Biosciences and Center for Reproductive Biology, has been elected to the Washington State Academy of Sciences (WSAS) Class of 2025 for his pioneering contributions to reproductive biology.
Yan’s election recognizes his groundbreaking research in male infertility, non-hormonal contraception, and the epigenetic contributions of gametes to health and development. The WSAS was established to advise on public policy issues through scientific and technical expertise. Read Full Press Release
2026 Simmet Prize for Assisted Reproduction! has been given to Past President, Dr. Peter Hansen, University of Florida.
This award was presented in recognition of his continued dedication to improving and contributing to the field of assisted reproduction in animals. His research has been at the forefront of innovations in reproductive biology and its application in animal agriculture, and his work has exemplified a commitment to excellence for the future of this industry. He will be recognized for this honor at the International Congress on Animal Reproduction this summer in Obihiro, Japan.
FASEB Resources
We want to make you aware of an important message from FASEB regarding the current government shutdown and its serious impact on the research community.
FASEB is working diligently on behalf of our members and community to urge Congress and the administration to resolve the shutdown quickly and alleviate further disruption. Please share your voice by using FASEB’s Votervoice platform to quickly send a message to your members of Congress and the White House.
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Biology of Reproduction
Biology of Reproduction (BOR) publishes original research on a broad range of topics in the field of reproductive biology. BOR is consistently one of the most highly cited journals publishing original research in the field of reproductive biology.












