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Professional Associations
American Association of Biological Anthropologists
Biological anthropology is a science that deals with the adaptations, variability, and evolution of human beings and their living and fossil relatives. Because it studies human biology in the context of human culture and behavior, biological anthropology is also a social science. The AABA is the world's leading professional organization for biological anthropologists.
Biological Anthropology Section, American Anthropological Association
The Biological Anthropology Section (BAS) of the American Anthropological Association (AAA) comprises a wide range of anthropologists and students whose interests converge on questions related to the evolution and biological development of humans from a comparative perspective. Specific areas of interest include the study of non-human primates as models for understanding the evolutionary and ecological processes that shaped the biology and behavior of humans and our ancestors, studies of the fossil record of humans and hominids that reveal patterns of evolutionary change, and studies of the biology and genetics of modern humans for insights into adaptation and variation.
Evolutionary Anthropology Society
EAS is a community of scholars interested in applying modern evolutionary theory to the analysis of human biology, behavior, and culture. As a part of the American Anthropological Association, EAS is interested in helping students present their research at our annual meeting and building ties across scientific sub-disciplines within the diverse field of anthropology.
Society for Medical Anthropology
"The Society for Medical Anthropology (SMA) of the American Anthropological Association was founded in 1971 to promote the study of anthropological aspects of health, illness, health care, and related topics and to encourage communication and utilization of the results obtained from such studies."
Association for Anthropology, Gerontology, and the Life Course
AAGE was established in 1978 as an international network of anthropologists, sociologists, and other scientists working on issues of aging and the life course globally and cross-culturally. As an autonomous 501c3 nonprofit organization with a steadily growing membership, we have close working relationships with the American Anthropological Association, the Society for Applied Anthropology, the Gerontological Society of America, and many other professional groups.
Human Biology Association
The Human Biology Association is a vibrant nonprofit scientific organization dedicated to supporting and disseminating innovative research and teaching on human biological variation in evolutionary, social, historical, and environmental context, worldwide. We are an interdisciplinary group of scientists including internationally-recognized leaders in the fields of anthropology, anatomy, public health, endocrinology, genetics, nutrition, and numerous other fields.
American Association of Anthropological Genetics
Founded in 1994, the American Association of Anthropological Genetics (AAAG) is an educational and scientific organization whose mission is: to promote the study of anthropological genetics, as this field is broadly defined; to facilitate communication between individuals engaged in the study of anthropological genetics; and to foster cooperation among anthropological geneticists.
Paleopathology Association
Paleopathology is the study of ancient diseases in humans and animals. The Paleopathology Association was formed in 1973 by U.S. and Canadian scientists. Today, the PPA is a global community composed of researchers and students with backgrounds in physical anthropology, archaeology, medicine, biology, and zoology.
American Association of Anthropological Genetics
Founded in 1994, the American Association of Anthropological Genetics (AAAG) is an educational and scientific organization whose mission is:
1) to promote the study of anthropological genetics, as this field is broadly defined;
2) to facilitate communication between individuals engaged in the study of anthropological genetics; and
3) to foster cooperation among anthropological geneticists.
