The American Society for Mass Spectrometry (ASMS) was formed in 1969 to promote and disseminate knowledge of mass spectrometry and allied topics. Membership includes over 7,500 scientists involved in research and development. Members come from academic, industrial and governmental laboratories. Their interests include advancement of techniques and instrumentation in mass spectrometry, as well as fundamental research in chemistry, geology, forensics, biological sciences and physics.

ASMS sponsors the Annual Conference on Mass Spectrometry and Allied Topics that is attended by more than 6,500 scientists. Nearly 3,000 papers are presented as posters and talks. 

In addition to the Annual Conference, ASMS sponsors the following meetings and courses:

• Fifteen Short Courses immediately preceding the Annual Conference.
• The Fall Workshop explores emerging technology for those seeking to learn the topic or who are new to the field.
• The Asilomar Conference is highly focused on a specific research topic.
• The Sanibel Conference highlights specific topics of current interest.

ASMS also has a peer reviewed monthly journal with a comprehensive range of research and development in mass spectrometry, Journal of the American Society for Mass Spectrometry,

To learn more about Mass Spectrometry, visit the What is Mass Spectrometry page.