Which Membership Is Right for You?
Choose the membership category that best reflects your current career or educational status. Full comparison of benefits of each category are below.
Researcher / Full Member
For individuals who conduct or have conducted research, or who are interested in advancing research in dental, oral and craniofacial sciences. Full members receive full membership rights, including association-wide voting and leadership eligibility.
Student Member
For students currently enrolled full time in a recognized academic institution who are interested in dental, oral and craniofacial research. Student members receive access to member benefits and may participate in Scientific Group/Network elections, but do not vote in association-wide elections.
Affiliate Member
For individuals who are not involved in research but want to stay connected to the latest dental, oral and craniofacial research. This may include practicing healthcare professionals, educators, patient advocates, and dental professionals involved in evidence-based dentistry.
All IADR Member Benefits
| Benefit | Researcher / Full Member | Student Member | Affiliate Member |
|---|---|---|---|
| Connect & Network | |||
| IADR Community Connect and engage with the global research community | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Member Directory | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Region, Division & Section Participation Connect with IADR members in your geographic community | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Scientific Groups & Networks Connect around specialized research interests | 1 included | Up to 3 included | ✕ |
| Group & Network Communications Updates and discussions from your selected groups | ✓ | ✓ | ✕ |
| Meet & Learn | |||
| Discounted Meeting Registration | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Present at the IADR General Session Present and share your research | ✓ | ✓ | ✕ |
| Meeting & Abstract Updates Receive deadlines, announcements and meeting updates | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Live Webinar Access Participate in live educational programs | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| On-Demand Webinar Access Learn anytime with recorded programs | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Publications & Updates | |||
| Journal of Dental Research Access Online access included with membership | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| JDR Clinical & Translational Research Access Online access included with membership | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Print Journal Subscriptions | Available for an added fee | Available for an added fee | Available for an added fee |
| Global Research Update IADR research news and updates | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Awards & Funding Announcements Stay informed about awards and funding opportunities | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Career & Recognition | |||
| Career Center Access Explore career opportunities and resources | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Awards, Fellowships, Grants & Competitions Explore recognition and funding opportunities | Varies by opportunity | Varies by opportunity | Varies by opportunity |
| Leadership & Governance | |||
| Association-Wide Voting Help elect IADR leadership | ✓ | ✕ | ✕ |
| Association Leadership Positions Opportunity to serve in elected leadership | ✓ | ✕ | ✕ |
| Group & Network Elections Participate in Scientific Group and Network leadership | May vote and run | May vote and run | ✕ |
| Committee Service Opportunities to contribute through committee service | Eligible; requirements vary | Eligible; requirements vary | ✕ |
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