Welcome to the British Phycological Society’s Website. The Society, a charity devoted to the study of algae founded in 1952, was one of the first to be established in the world, and is the largest in Europe.

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Brown Seaweeds of Britain and Ireland

The BPS and Pelagic Publishing are thrilled to announce the release of Brown Seaweeds of Britain and Ireland by Robert L. Fletcher. Brown seaweeds (Phaeophyceae) of Britain and Ireland provides the first complete, up-to-date detailed illustrated guide and...

Phycologist 106 – Now available for members!

The editor of The Phycologist, is pleased to announce the release of issue 106, Spring 2024 is now available for members. If you did not get the email from the Membership Secretary, please log in and you can access the latest issue here as a PDF.

Hilda Canter-Lund 2024

This award was established by the British Phycological Society in recognition of Hilda Canter-Lund, whose stunning photographs will be known to many members. Her photomicrographs of freshwater algae combined high technical and aesthetic qualities whilst still...

Phycologist 105 – Now available for members!

The editor of The Phycologist, is pleased to announce the release of issue 105, Autumn 2023 which is now available for members, please log in and you can access the latest issue here as a PDF.

Registration now open for BPS Winter Meeting 2024 in Reading!

The registration for the BPS Winter Meeting 2024, to be held in Reading UK, is now open. The dates for the meeting are January 8-11, 2024. Please visit the conference website for more details including registration, abstracts submission and everything you need to know...

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