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Governance & Leadership
Governance
Constitution and Bylaws
The Society for Birth Defects Research and Prevention is a non-profit organization, 501(c)(3). The Society for Birth Defects Research and Prevention was founded in 1960 and incorporated in 1961 under the laws of the state of Ohio. The Constitution and Bylaws provide the fundamental governance guidelines for the Officers, Council, and Committees of the Society. The Constitution and Bylaws may be found here (member login required).
Guidelines for Ethical Publication and Presentation of Scientific Information and Data
These guidelines for publication and presentation are complementary to the Code of Ethics and are an extension of the philosophy embodied in the Code as it applies specifically to publication and presentation of information by members of the Society for Birth Defects Research and Prevention as they function as authors, reviewers, editors, consultants and experts to government, universities, industry and the courts.
Code of Ethics
Members of the Society for Birth Defects Research and Prevention subscribe to the Code of Ethics adopted by the Society membership on June 8, 1990.
Officers and Council Members
The Officers of the Society include the President, Vice President, Vice President-elect, Past President, Secretary, and Treasurer. Three Councilors serve on the Council during their terms of office. The remaining members of the Council shall serve for a term of three years and shall not be eligible for reelection to the same post for two years after retiring from office.
Committees
Serving on a Society for Birth Defects Research and Prevention committee is a great way to get involved in helping the Society work towards its mission while connecting with other members on a regular basis. Committee descriptions are available here (member login required). If you are not on a committee and would like to join one, simply click “Request to Join” the committee that interests you or contact bdrp@birthdefectsresearch.org for guidance. All members, regardless of membership type or tenure are encouraged to get involved!