The Biophysical Society is a non-profit international organization, with over 25% of its members working outside the  United States.  Membership to the Society is open to those who have educational, research, or practical experience in biophysics or in an allied scientific field.  The Society offers three membership categories: regular, early career, and student. 

Membership to the Society offers many benefits, including the right to submit and/or sponsor an Annual Meeting abstract, free access to BJ Online, reduced registration rates to Annual Meeting, lower page charges and free color in Biophysical Journal, bi-monthly Newsletter, free use of the Placement Service for Candidates and reduced rates for Employers, opportunities to join subgroups, apply for travel awards, receive a copy of the annual Membership Directory, and more.

 

In addition, the Society offers corporate membership. There are three levels of annual membership, each with distinct benefits.

To help potential members in countries in need the Society has established special rates (see Membership Application, Special International Membership) for residents in low-, lower-middle and upper-middle income countries listed at http://www.worldbank.org/data/countryclass/classgroups.htm#Lowincome/

To join the Society, complete a Membership Application or contact (301) 634-7114 or society@biophysics.org to request an application.

• Biophysical Journal authors: Click here to apply to take advantage of member benefits. Corresponding author must be a member at time of first submission of a paper.

• Members:  Update your contact information

• Renewing Members: Renewal Form

• New Members:  Application

• Click here to download the Nomination by Petition form

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• Library Recommendation Form

• Corporate Membership Application