How to Apply for Membership
One
application form serves all membership categories. There are
however, specific sets of instructions for each category. Therefore, it is
essential that sponsors and applicants carefully follow the specific
instructions in their desired category.
Send no money now. You will receive a dues statement upon
election to membership.
General Instructions
Check the box indicating the category of membership for which you are
applying. Type the requested information on the application. Fill out all
applicable spaces. Do NOT include a curriculum vitae or reprints.
The Publications should be submitted in the form found
in the American Journal of Physiology. These publications should
consist of manuscripts that have been printed in peer-review journals. An
example of the current form is:
MacLeod RJ and
Hamilton JR. Volume regulation initiated by Na+-nutrient contransport
in isolated mammalian villus enterocytes. Am J Physiol Gastorintest
Liver Physiol 280: G26-G33, 1991.
Deadline Dates
Completed applications for Regular membership are considered for
nomination by the Council and the Membership Committee, on a monthly basis.
Affiliate and Student applications are accepted monthly upon approval of the
Executive Director of the Society. Applications are not complete until all
materials are received.
Qualifications for Regular Membership
The following categories are used when evaluating an application:
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Education. In general, applicants should
possess an advanced degree (Ph.D., D.V.M., M.D., etc.); however
individuals who hold a masters degree will be considered on a case-by-case
basis. Academic degree and postdoctoral training are evaluated with
regard to how closely the applicant’s training has been tied to
physiology.
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Occupation.
Emphasis is given to those applicants who have a position in a department
of physiology or closely allied fields. Consideration also is given to
individuals with positions in clinical departments and to those
functioning in commercial or government laboratories. They should have a
position in physiological research, teaching, administration, or related
area.
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Contributions to Physiological Literature.
The applicant's bibliography is evaluated on the basis of publications in
major, refereed journals that are concerned with problems judged to be
primarily physiologic in nature.
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Special Considerations.
Acknowledge an
applicant's unique accomplishments and scholarly contributions to
physiology outside of research. The accomplishments should result from the
applicant's talents, interests or background. In such instances, a sponsor
should submit a letter reviewing any special considerations.
In general, persons who qualify for Regular membership
will have a doctoral degree in physiology or related area and will have
published at least one paper in a peer-reviewed journal.
Qualifications for Affiliate Membership
In general, applicants will be considered for Affiliate
membership if they have an interest in fostering the mission and
aims of the Society, but do not have evidence of scholarly work in the
physiological sciences. Affiliate members may not subscribe to Society
journals at discounted rates.
Qualifications for Graduate Student Membership
Graduate Student Membership is open to any student
working toward a terminal degree in physiology or related field and who is
actively engaged in physiological work. Applications for Graduate Student
Membership require sponsorship by two Regular Members of the Society.
Graduate Student Membership is limited to five years or upon receipt of the
terminal degree, whichever is sooner.
Graduate Student Membership dues are $10 for the first
year and $20 each subsequent year, not to exceed 5 years. When a Graduate
Student Member transitions to Regular Membership the first year of Regular
membership dues are waived. Additionally, Regular Members who are
postdoctoral fellows (up to 5 years post doctorate) receive a 50% discount
off their annual dues.
Qualifications for Undergraduate Student Membership
Undergraduate Student Membership is open to any
matriculated undergraduate student, as demonstrated by submission of
verification of student status, who has an interest in physiology.
Applications for Undergraduate Student Membership do not require sponsors
however the applicant must provide proof of matriculation in an accredited
degree program (either through the submission of student transcripts or
letter from Registrar’s Office).
Undergraduate Student Membership is limited to five
years or upon receipt of the undergraduate degree, whichever is sooner.
Membership dues are $10 for the first year and $20 each subsequent year, not
to exceed 5 years.
Sponsors
With the exception of Undergraduate
Student Membership, two regular members must serve as
sponsors on the application. If you are unable to obtain sponsors, mail or
fax this form to the address on the back of the membership application and
we will locate them for you. Applicants for Undergraduate Student
Membership must provide proof of matriculation in an accredited degree
program (i.e.: submission of transcripts or a letter from the Registrar's
Office).
Mailing Address
Paper applications can be mailed or faxed with all accompanying materials
to:
Membership Department
The American Physiological Society
9650 Rockville Pike
Bethesda, Maryland 20814-3991
FAX: 301-634-7264
Send no money now. You will receive a dues statement upon
approval of membership.
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