If you want to become a member of the Biomedical Photonics Network, please become a member of the SSOM or fill in the application form at www.ssom.ch. As a member you have reduced prices for conferences organized by the BMPN, SSOM and if you have signed up for it, also the EOS. You will receive the bulletin of the SSOM and newsletters announcing events in Switzerland. Students are eligible for travel grants and awards.