The Biologist, the magazine of the Royal Society of Biology (RSB), has been covering the extraordinary and diverse world of the biological sciences in print since 1953. Featuring interviews with high-profile scientists, news and views on cutting-edge biology, and contributions from the RSB’s network of 27,000+ professional and student bioscientists, the magazine is packed full of features for professionals and non-professionals alike.

Subscriptions

Members of the Society receive a free print subscription to The Biologist and can log-in to access our searchable digital archive of back issues, plus a whole range of membership benefits. Read about the Society's various membership options and offers or contact the membership team for more details. 

Schools or colleges can join and receive The Biologist and the Journal of Biological Education in print for £66 a year (£121 overseas) through our SCAS membership scheme.

We also offer digital-only subscriptions via Exact Editions. Our institutional digital subscriptions are available for schools, colleges and universities, and offer:

• Fully-searchable access to the growing archive of back issues.
• Unlimited IP-authenticated access and remote access options available.
• Your institutional logo displayed on your subscription.
• Cross-platform compatibility with all Web, iOS and Android devices.
• Usage reports, MARC records, KBART data and excellent customer support.
• For more information on institutional subscriptions or to recommend a subscription to your institutional library, visit Exact Editions or contact institutions@exacteditions.com