The European Cytogeneticists Association (E.C.A.) is a European Association registered in France. It was founded in July 1997.
Objectives:
• The representation and promotion of fundamental research and applications of cytogenetics.
• The organisation, assessment, and quality control of cytogenetic services in Europe.
• Research, education and training in all fields which are of interest to or concern cytogenetics and cytogeneticists.
• Facilitation of transfer of information and collaboration between laboratories.
• Representation of professionals in cytogenetics.
• The study of any question and the defence of interests concerning cytogeneticists or cytogenetics in general.