Global Platform
The International Federation of Biomedical Laboratory Science (est. 1954) is the world's widest reaching international organization for Biomedical Laboratory Scientists, bringing the profession, the professionals and health priorities to the world stage.
Credibility
The International Federation of Biomedical Laboratory Science (IFBLS) is a globally respected, non-governmental organization and a non-state actor in official relations with WHO, advocating the interests of Biomedical Laboratory Scientists in matters of healthcare and well-being of patients.
Leadership
IFBLS delivers global leadership in Biomedical Laboratory Science by providing association members with a voice on the global stage and access to their network of non-governmental organizations, governmental and intergovernmental agencies, industry partners and key stakeholders. By encouraging and empowering national associations to achieve common goals through international collaborations, maximum impact can be achieved for the benefit of society and the development of its members.
All Association Members have access to:
- Peer-reviewed scientific journal: International Journal of Biomedical Laboratory Science (IJBLS)
- Biennial IFBLS World Congress: details for the 36th World Congress to be announced soon
- IFBLS Awards Programme
- Britta Karlsson Advancement Program
- Webinars - Britta Karlsson Educational Webinar Series
- IFBLS Scientific Network of Experts
- IFBLS Advisory Groups
- International BLS Day: theme for 2023/24 is Guardians of Quality and Patient Safety: Biomedical Laboratory Scientists
- Newsletters
- And many more networking opportunities
Please see our online application for more details on becoming an IFBLS Association Member.