"EMBL is an intergovernmental organisation having legal personality, established by the Agreement establishing the European Molecular Biology Laboratory concluded at Geneva on 10 May 1973, registered with UN-Treaty Series Volume 954, Nr. I-13668, and is legally represented by the Director General Prof. Dr. Iain W. Mattaj, FRS." "EMBL is an intergovernmental organisation specialising in basic research in the life sciences, funded by public research monies from 21 member states, including much of Europe and Israel, and two associate members, Argentina and Australia. EMBL is led by the Director General, currently Professor Iain Mattaj, appointed by the governing body, EMBL Council. The Council is comprised of representatives of all member and associate member states. Read more about EMBL's leadership Read more about EMBL's organisation"