Membership
Join the world's largest organization of scientists and physicians devoted to understanding the brain and the nervous system.
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Key Benefits
Members enjoy a range of benefits and opportunities that assist scientists of all career stages. Examples include:
- 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
- Present your science and enjoy special discounts for SfN's annual meeting
Planning To Attend Neuroscience 2025?
Join or renew your SfN membership to be eligible for advance member registration and housing, opening Wednesday, July 16. Members also save up to 44% on registration fees.
Individual Membership
Join over 30,000 members from more than 95 countries who are part of SfN's global neuroscience community.
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Regular Member
Any individual who has a professional or academic background related to neuroscience.
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Postdoc Member
Any individual who has obtained their doctoral degree and is currently working in a postdoctoral position or equivalent.
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Graduate Student Member
Students enrolled in graduate programs at degree-granting institutions of higher education.
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Undergraduate Student Member
Students enrolled in programs at undergraduate degree-granting institutions.
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Emeritus Member
Scientists who have reached emeritus status at their institution or have retired from their company/organization.
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Members in Developing Countries
SfN encourages residents of developing countries to join the organization with reduced membership rates.
Other Member Categories
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Institutional Programs
Allows training programs to maintain excellence in neuroscience education through resources and other opportunities.
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Sustaining Associate Member
Gives foundations, nonprofit organizations, and companies opportunities to support neuroscience through support of SfN's mission.
