{"id":173,"date":"2018-05-22T17:25:10","date_gmt":"2018-05-22T15:25:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/eurprobiol.eu\/?page_id=173"},"modified":"2026-10-09T16:21:50","modified_gmt":"2026-10-09T14:21:50","slug":"home","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/eurprobiol.eu\/","title":{"rendered":"Home"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<style>\n.ep-lead{font-size:19px;line-height:1.5;color:#1f2d3d}\n.ep-cards{display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fit,minmax(210px,1fr));gap:14px;margin:1.2em 0}\n.ep-card{border:1px solid #d9dde6;border-top:4px solid #1f4e79;border-radius:6px;padding:14px;background:#fff}\n.ep-card h3{margin:0 0 6px;font-size:17px}.ep-card p{margin:0;font-size:15px;color:#444}\n.ep-step{display:inline-block;width:28px;height:28px;line-height:28px;text-align:center;border-radius:50%;background:#1f4e79;color:#fff;font-weight:700;margin-bottom:6px}\n.ep-btns{display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:10px;margin:1em 0 1.6em}\na.ep-btn{display:inline-block;padding:9px 18px;border-radius:4px;background:#1f4e79;color:#fff;text-decoration:none;font-weight:600}\na.ep-btn.alt{background:#fff;color:#1f4e79;border:1px solid #1f4e79}\na.ep-btn:hover{opacity:.85}\n.ep-note{border-left:5px solid #c8102e;background:#fbf3f4;padding:12px 16px;margin:1.4em 0}\n.ep-img{float:left;margin:0 18px 8px 0;max-width:300px;height:auto}\n<\/style>\n<p class=\"ep-lead\">The <strong>European Professional Biologist (EurProBiol)<\/strong> is the professional title for biologists in Europe. It combines an academic qualification in biology with a proven track record of professional experience, and it is recognised by the national biologists\u2019 associations in the European Countries Biologists Association (ECBA).<\/p>\n<div class=\"ep-btns\"><a class=\"ep-btn\" href=\"\/index.php\/application\/requirements\/\">Requirements<\/a><a class=\"ep-btn\" href=\"\/index.php\/application\/instruction\/\">How to apply<\/a><a class=\"ep-btn alt\" href=\"\/index.php\/member-list\/\">Public register<\/a><a class=\"ep-btn alt\" href=\"\/index.php\/registration-renewal\/\">Renew your registration<\/a><\/div>\n<h2>Why EurProBiol?<\/h2>\n<p>Modern biology is a cornerstone in providing <strong><em>solutions for global challenges<\/em><\/strong> in fields as diverse as nutrition, health, energy and sustainability. Biology plays a central role in <em><strong>sustaining our common future<\/strong><\/em>. Handling such large, complex and delicate problems requires a professional approach. The importance of modern biology, or new biology as we call it today, is described in the BIO2020 document, which is available on the <a href=\"https:\/\/ecba.eu\/\">ECBA website<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>As Europe increasingly develops common standards, it is essential that the professional competence of those who oversee the maintenance of standards is recognised. Academic qualifications alone have limited value. The European Professional Biologist therefore requires experience in applying knowledge, skills, attention to safety and environmental consciousness, a sense of responsibility, the ability to communicate, and the level of supervision received.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>EurProBiol<\/em><\/strong> was designed in the early 1980s to facilitate the acceptance and free movement of professional biologists throughout Europe, and the title is in accordance with Directive 2005\/36\/EC. EurProBiol-accredited biologists are registered as qualified biologists. The public register is held by ECBA.<\/p>\n<h2>How to become a EurProBiol<\/h2>\n<div class=\"ep-cards\">\n<div class=\"ep-card\"><span class=\"ep-step\">1<\/span><h3>Check the requirements<\/h3><p>At least 8 years of post-secondary education and experience, including a recognised degree in biology and three years of professional experience.<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"ep-card\"><span class=\"ep-step\">2<\/span><h3>Apply<\/h3><p>Fill in the application form, online or on paper. The EurProBiol commission and your national ECBA member body assess your application.<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"ep-card\"><span class=\"ep-step\">3<\/span><h3>Receive your certificate<\/h3><p>After a positive decision and payment of the fee, the ECBA secretary registers you and sends your official certificate.<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"ep-card\"><span class=\"ep-step\">4<\/span><h3>Keep it up to date<\/h3><p>Registration is renewed on request, with evidence of your professional work and continued professional development.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ep-note\"><strong>For EurProBiol title holders:<\/strong> please keep your details in the member area up to date. Your certificate is the proof of your registration. Questions or need help? Mail <a href=\"&#x6d;&#x61;&#105;lt&#x6f;&#x3a;&#x45;&#67;BA&#x40;&#x45;&#x43;&#66;A.&#x45;&#x55;\">ECBA&#64;&#69;&#67;&#x42;&#x41;&#x2e;&#x45;&#x55;<\/a>.<\/div>\n<h2>Latest news<\/h2>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__list has-dates wp-block-latest-posts is-layout-flow wp-block-latest-posts-is-layout-flow\"><li><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__featured-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/eurprobiol.eu\/index.php\/2025\/11\/14\/biodiversity-significance-for-society-and-the-economy\/\" aria-label=\"Biodiversity \u2013 Significance for Society and the Economy\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"249\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/eurprobiol.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/Dr.-Alexis-Katechakis-249x300.jpg\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/eurprobiol.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/Dr.-Alexis-Katechakis-249x300.jpg 249w, https:\/\/eurprobiol.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/Dr.-Alexis-Katechakis.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 249px) 100vw, 249px\" \/><\/a><\/div><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/eurprobiol.eu\/index.php\/2025\/11\/14\/biodiversity-significance-for-society-and-the-economy\/\">Biodiversity \u2013 Significance for Society and the Economy<\/a><time datetime=\"2025-11-14T17:08:19+01:00\" class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-date\">14.11.2025<\/time><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-excerpt\">Dr. Alexis Katechakis (Freelance Corporate Sustainability Consultant, Director Sustainability at Hilda Ltd. Switzerland, Pact4Sustainability) We are happy to present the next webinar in our series,&nbsp;Global<\/div><\/li>\n<li><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__featured-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/eurprobiol.eu\/index.php\/2025\/05\/29\/from-dream-to-reality-oman-botanic-gardens-gigantic-plant-conservation-project\/\" aria-label=\"From Dream to Reality \u2013 Oman Botanic Garden\u2019s Gigantic Plant-Conservation Project\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/eurprobiol.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/Annette-Patzelt-300x300.jpg\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/eurprobiol.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/Annette-Patzelt-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/eurprobiol.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/Annette-Patzelt-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/eurprobiol.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/Annette-Patzelt.jpg 512w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/div><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/eurprobiol.eu\/index.php\/2025\/05\/29\/from-dream-to-reality-oman-botanic-gardens-gigantic-plant-conservation-project\/\">From Dream to Reality \u2013 Oman Botanic Garden\u2019s Gigantic Plant-Conservation Project<\/a><time datetime=\"2025-05-29T11:25:44+02:00\" class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-date\">29.05.2025<\/time><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-excerpt\">Dr Annette Patzelt \u2013 Botanist &amp; Vegetation Ecologist We are happy to present the next webinar in our series,&nbsp;Global Goals, Local Impact: Sustainably Ever After!&nbsp;The<\/div><\/li>\n<li><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__featured-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/eurprobiol.eu\/index.php\/2025\/05\/14\/renaissance-der-energiegenossenschaften-die-begeisterung-fuer-das-machbare\/\" aria-label=\"Renaissance der Energiegenossenschaften \u2013 Die Begeisterung f\u00fcr das Machbare\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"267\" src=\"https:\/\/eurprobiol.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/Stefan-Hey-300x267.png\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/eurprobiol.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/Stefan-Hey-300x267.png 300w, https:\/\/eurprobiol.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/Stefan-Hey-1024x911.png 1024w, https:\/\/eurprobiol.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/Stefan-Hey-768x683.png 768w, https:\/\/eurprobiol.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/Stefan-Hey.png 1197w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/div><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/eurprobiol.eu\/index.php\/2025\/05\/14\/renaissance-der-energiegenossenschaften-die-begeisterung-fuer-das-machbare\/\">Renaissance der Energiegenossenschaften \u2013 Die Begeisterung f\u00fcr das Machbare<\/a><time datetime=\"2025-05-14T17:05:50+02:00\" class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-date\">14.05.2025<\/time><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-excerpt\">Michael Diestel We are happy to present the next webinar in our series, Global Goals, Local Impact: Sustainably Ever After! 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