The Section of Science & Technology Law was formed in 1974 to provide a forum for addressing issues at the intersection of law, science, and technology. Since then, the Section has grown to become a focal point for information and policy on many important issues, such as computer and information security law, privacy, cybercrime, scientific evidence, genetic research and engineering, biotechnology and nanotechnology.

The mission of the ABA Section of Science & Technology Law is to provide leadership on emerging issues at the intersection of law, science, and technology; to promote sound policy and public understanding on such issues; and to enhance the professional development of its members. The Section's goals are identified below.

1. Be a leading source of information on emerging issues at the intersection of law, science, and technology
2. Advance public understanding, nationally and globally, and shape development of the law and policy on these emerging issues
3. Provide members with opportunities for networking and professional development
4. Expand and diversify SciTech membership
5. Keep the Section financially secure and stable

New and growing interest in science, technology, and the law led to the creation of the American Bar Association Section of Science & Technology Law during the ABA Annual Meeting held in Honolulu, Hawaii in 1974. Since then, the Section has worked to help define the legal frontiers of scientific discovery and technological innovation and shape related law and policy. At the same time, the Section strives to bring value to its members, whether lawyer, technologist, business person, or scientist, and welcomes their perspectives and leadership on these emerging issues.

Section Members contribute to the work of twenty-four substantive committees to explore the legal implications raised by new technical and scientific discoveries and developments. The Section provides a forum for members to explore new and emerging topics such as Biotechnology Law, Genetic and Medical Research, E-Commerce, E-Privacy, Information Security, Voice Over Internet Protocol, Homeland Security, Biometrics and Nanotechnology Law.

The Section charges regular dues of $45.00 per year, and law student dues of $0 per year. Included in membership is a subscription to the Section magazine, The SciTech Lawyer and the Section journal*. The SciTech Lawyer is distributed to members quarterly, and contains current, substantive article in each issue, as well as information about Section news and activities. Jurimetrics Journal is also issued quarterly, and contains peer-reviewed substantive articles regarding the issues surrounding law, science, medicine and technology. In addition, the Section sponsors many CLE programs and produces timely books, all of which are offered at a discount to Section members.

* Students do not receive a subscription to Jurimetrics, but may request a copy by calling the Section office at 312/988-5599.