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Membership Types
Membership is open to qualified individuals who are actively involved in virology research, teaching, or administration.
Both Associate and Student memberships require Research Verification Form (click to download), and must be signed by a Principle Investigator or equivlent, to verify position, and status in a laboratory.
Waived Membership is available for those who are eligible. During the application, be sure to email [email protected], to receive the discount code. Insert the discount code in the appropraite field.
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Why Join ASV?
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The Society
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Stay at the Forefront: Access the latest advances and groundbreaking research in virology.
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Annual Meeting Highlights: Participate in the premier event for virologists—featuring cutting-edge science, interactive sessions, and global connections.
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Expand Your Skills: Attend educational workshops and career development sessions to boost both scientific and leadership capabilities.
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Network with Peers: Engage with a global community—connect and collaborate with fellow virologists.
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Form Lasting Connections: Build camaraderie, lifelong friendships, and mentoring relationships with colleagues.
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Gain Recognition and Support: Submit an abstract and present a Compete for travel awards, research grants, and other prestigious honors.
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Exclusive Member Perks:
Student and Associate Members are eligible for competitive Travel Awards to attend the Annual Meeting.
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Advance Your Career: Access the ASV Virology Jobs Board—the only virology-specific job platform.
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Shape the Profession: Get involved in society committees or volunteer for leadership roles, guiding ASV’s future.
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International Engagement: Participate in global initiatives such as the ICTV and contribute to virus taxonomy.
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Advocacy: Support public research through ASV partnerships with organizations like Research!America.
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Benefit from Year-Round Activities: Participate in ad hoc webinars, panel discussions, and other virtual events to stay connected and informed.
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Network Opportunities: Build strong professional networks and collaborations through society activities.
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Stay Informed: Access exclusive newsletters and society updates to keep you engaged with the latest news, research, and opportunities in virology.
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Affiliated Journals
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- Boost Your Visibility: Enjoy reduced publication and subscription costs in ASV’s Affiliated Journals and highlight your research to a broader audience, amplifying career advancement opportunities for Full, Student, and Associate Members.
- Additional Member Perks: All members may access special rates for journal subscriptions, including AIDS and other top publications.
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APPLICATION FOR MEMBERSHIP
Applications for membership should be made online by clicking the "ASV Membership Application" button, below. This application form should be accompanied by a curriculum vitae or NIH biosketch (for Full membership), or a letter or form documenting the individual’s position as postdoctoral associate, research staff, or student. Membership to the Society is not effective until a completed application is approved by the ASV Membership Review Committee.
Waived Membership Dues: Waived membership is available to applicants performing research activities in low to middle-income countries as defined by Wellcome using criteria from the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD).
*Contact [email protected], to request a discount code for waived membership.
Pricing: Adjustments may be made for unique circumstances on a case by case basis.
Refund Policy: All transactions are final. In the event your application has been denied, or in the event of a billing error, a refund will be issued.
This will take you away from asv.org to a separate, secure site for the submission of NEW membership applications.
ASV Membership Application
ASV Research Verification Form
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Reinstatement
The Council may reinstate a former member upon such terms and conditions as it may deem appropriate. Reinstatement (without having to reapply for membership) is allowed only if the member is delinquent in the payment of dues for no more than 3 years (2 past years plus the current year) AND the member provides payment of the delinquent and current years dues. Members delinquent in the payment of dues for more than 2 years plus the current year must reapply for membership and submit the required documentation.
Resignation
Any member may resign upon written notification to the Council, at [email protected], whereupon such resignation shall be considered effective immediately.
Expulsion or Suspension
The Council shall have the power, by a two-thirds vote of the entire Council, to suspend or expel any member for conduct prejudicial to the interest of the Society, provided that any such member shall have received at least thirty days' notice of the time and place of a hearing by the Council upon any charges of such conduct, together with a copy of the charges against such member, at which hearing such member shall have an appropriate opportunity to be heard; provided also Article VII, Section 3, of the By-Laws shall govern any expulsion of a member for non-payment of dues.
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