Membership
Join the world's largest organization of scientists and physicians devoted to understanding the brain and the nervous system.
Key Benefits
Members enjoy a range of benefits and opportunities that assist scientists of all career stages. Examples include:
- Opportunities to present your science and enjoy special discounts for SfN's annual meeting
- Unlimited access to Neuronline's resources and community to advance your career and network
- Access to premier publishing venues JNeurosci and eNeuro that offer special member-level fees
- Advocacy initiatives to ensure neuroscience priorities are heard and considered by policymakers
- Joining SfN connects you to other scientists and their research and will challenge you to pursue new collaborations and uncover new discoveries.
- World-class events such as virtual conferences
- Best-in-class training resources to enhance your career
- Expert-led platform and tools to engage the public with brain research and novel discoveries
- Access to a variety of SfN Initiatives and Awards
Member Categories
Join the nearly 35,000 neuroscientists from more than 95 countries who are part of SfN's global neuroscience community.
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Individual
Offers scientists at all career levels access to annual meeting benefits, scientific journals, science advocacy, career training, and a vibrant online community.
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Sustaining Associate Member
Gives foundations, nonprofit organizations, and companies opportunities to support neuroscience through support of SfN's mission.
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Institutional Programs
Allows training programs to maintain excellence in neuroscience education through resources and other opportunities.
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Members in Developing Countries
SfN encourages residents of developing countries to join the organization with reduced membership rates.
Chapters
A world-wide network of chapters engage in public education programs that advance the understanding of brain science and advocacy in support of public investment in biomedical research.
Professional Conduct
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SfN Ethics Policy
Understand your responsibilities as an SfN member to maintain the highest level of integrity in your scientific activities.
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View the principles and procedures in which the Society will operate at all SfN-organized events.
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Guidelines for Responsible Conduct Regarding Scientific Communication
View SfN's policy for responsible conduct regarding scientific communication.
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Neuronline Digital Learning Community Guidelines
View SfN’s guidelines and rules for participation in Neuronline digital learning and community discussion, set forth to ensure productive and respectful dialogue.
