For Members
Postdoctoral and Transitional Benefits
“Joining the American Society for Microbiology is one of the best investments I ever made. More than a Society, ASM is [a]…fellowship that provides a complete support system for the understanding and practice of the science.”- Julian Davies, University of British Columbia, Joined ASM in 1968; President ASM, 2000
BENEFITS OF ASM POSTDOCTORAL OR TRANSITIONAL MEMBERSHIP
Below is an outline of the benefits all Full members can take advantage of!
Annual membership fee for 2011 is $43 with a lower rate for online renewal ($41). This continues to be less expensive than membership in comparable societies.
COMMUNICATION
Supporting your science and networking are the two most cited reasons
for joining ASM. We foster this atmosphere by offering multiple venues
for making connections. |
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PUBLICATIONS
ASM’s journals and books are recognized for their excellence. 8 ASM
journals rank among the top 5 most cited journals in their fields, and 5
ASM journals among the top 20 in their fields by Impact Factor. Many
ASM Press titles are considered the gold standard of references in their
field. |
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MEETINGS AND
CONFERENCES Feature cutting-edge speakers and posters across the
full spectrum of microbiology. Exhibits provide information about new
technologies. More than 30,000 professionals take advantage of these
opportunities to meet with colleagues. |
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PROFESSIONAL
DEVELOPMENT Opportunities to enhance your professional standing. |
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FELLOWSHIPS AND AWARDS | Discounted
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TRAVEL GRANTS
& PROFESSORSHIPS Numerous travel grant opportunities for
participation in meetings and conferences are available. |
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Full Member Benefits
BENEFITS OF ASM FULL MEMBERSHIP
Below is an outline of the benefits all Full members can take advantage of!
Annual membership fee for 2011 is $63 with a lower rate for online renewal ($61). This continues to be less expensive than membership in comparable societies.
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COMMUNICATION Supporting your science and networking are the two most cited reasons for joining ASM. We foster this atmosphere by offering multiple venues for making connections.
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Discounted rates for Members
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Members Only
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PUBLICATIONS ASM’s journals and books are recognized for their excellence. 8 ASM journals rank among the top 5 most cited journals in their fields, and 5 ASM journals among the top 20 in their fields by Impact Factor. Many ASM Press titles are considered the gold standard of references in their field.
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Discounted rates for Members
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Members Only
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Save 33% off page and color figure charges. |
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$10 ‐ $20 savings on most titles |
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MEETINGS AND CONFERENCES Feature cutting-edge speakers and posters across the full spectrum of microbiology. Exhibits provide information about new technologies. More than 30,000 professionals take advantage of these opportunities to meet with colleagues.
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Discounted rates for Members
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Members Only
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$70 off advance and onsite registration |
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Register at previous year’s rate |
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$100 off advance and onsite registration |
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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Opportunities to enhance your professional standing.
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Discounted rates for Members
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Members Only
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Members pay only $50 for recertification |
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TRAVEL GRANTS & PROFESSORSHIPS Numerous travel grant opportunities for participation in meetings and conferences are available.
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Online Benefits
ASM provides a variety of valuable information pages to its members as a benefit of Membership. The Web resources below are for ASM Members Only.
Membership Directory
Includes additional search fields like degree, division, primary employer, etc.
Meetings & Workshop Calendar
Complete list of Meetings and Conferences.
Governance
Information about leadership issues, strategic plan, meeting minutes, etc.
Microbiology Internet Resources
Extensive listing of internet resources available for microblologists.
Volunteer for Service
Update your profile to volunteer for service on an ASM Committee or Board.
Renew Your Membership
Renewing online saves you time and money.