How ASMR Works

The Australian Society for Medical Research (ASMR) was founded in 1961.

• It is a non-profit incorporated entity limited by Guarantee.
• The registered Memorandum of Articles of Association of ASMR inform the governance of the Society.
• The Board of Directors lead the Society and have full responsibility for the management of ASMR in every aspect.
• The Board of Directors may appoint sub-committees or disband them as required for the benefit of the Society.
• State committees are sub-committees appointed under the mandate of the Board of Directors.
• The Board of Directors consists of 11 Directors, 4 of which are Executive Directors (President, President-elect, Honorary Secretary, Honorary Treasurer).
• The term of membership for ASMR Board Members is 2 years.
• The Articles of Association make no provision for equal state representation on the Board.