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Save on ASM Microbe 2022

ASM Microbe is back—and scheduled to take place in-person, June 9-13 in Washington, D.C. Come share your science, catch up on the latest research in your field and connect with friends, old and new. Only ASM members receive the lowest registration rates. Save up to $420 when you join or renew your 2022 ASM membership and register for ASM Microbe 2022.

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ASM helps you advance your science, career, network and community!

Membership Levels

Wherever you are in your career, ASM is here to support you and help you advance. Learn more about ASM membership levels and choose one that best fits your needs.

Premium

Shape the future of microbiology by supporting ASM’s programs and mission. Receive a free subscription to an ASM review journal, premium savings on ASM meetings, webinars, education courses, books and other resources.

$195

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Clinical Lab Scientist (CLS, MT, MLT, MLS)

Connect with clinical laboratory professionals on ASM’s listservs, receive up to 12 hours of CE accredited webinars at $5 each, gain access to case studies, practice guidelines and more.

$115

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Contributing

Experience the benefit of full membership including discounts on all ASM products, meetings, publishing fees and other resources.

$90

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Post-doc

Continue your professional development and receive discounts on ASM online education courses and meetings registration fees. Access ASM travel awards and grants.

$40

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Student

Start your professional development while earning your degree. Gain access to ASM career center, member directory, educational webinars, discounts on ASM products and meetings.

$35

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Supporting

Introductory membership that provides access to ASM's extensive online resources. This membership does not qualify for discounts on meetings registration fees, including ASM Microbe 2022.

$45

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Emeritus

Membership at no cost for those who are fully retired and have 20 years of consecutive membership. Contact service@asmusa.org to apply.

$0

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Global Outreach

Provides scientists from resource-constrained countries with membership and online ASM journals at no cost. *

$0

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* View a list of current Global Outreach countries.

Explore Membership Benefits and Advance with ASM

Your Career

ASM supports you through every step of your career path. From fellowships and grants to support your research, exclusive job boards and a comprehensive Microbiology Careers Salary Survey to help plan your next move or access to prestigious awards that recognize your contributions, ASM helps you advance.

Your Science

ASM is the ideal place to collaborate in your scientific area. Publish in leading scientific journals and attend ASM events at discounted rates. Access exclusive member-only educational webinars, virtual journal clubs and more.

Your Network

Connect with more than 30,000 of your peers and luminaries in your field. ASM membership provides you with opportunities to expand your professional network and engage locally and globally.

Your Community

Help shape the future of microbial sciences. Advocate for evidence-based policies at the local and national levels. Work with ASM to communicate and disseminate science to the public.

Are you experiencing financial hardship?

If you have become unemployed, furloughed or had your income reduced due to the COVID-19 pandemic, your ASM community is here to continue to support you and your science. ASM offers a one-time membership fee waiver for members experiencing financial hardship. Please contact us at service@asmusa.org or (202) 942-9319 for information.

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