Research Scientists
Make an investment in your professional future and become an AAN Member. With more than 24,000 specialists committed to improving the care of patients with neurological diseases, the AAN is dedicated to professional, scientific, and educational excellence.
All you need to join is an advanced degree. Eligible candidates include researchers, doctoral faculty, and post-doctoral graduates.
AAN Research Scientist members enjoy several essential benefits to a successful career in neurology, including:
Annual Meeting Opportunities and More
Researcher members are not only collaborators in developing the Annual Meeting programming, they are also participants.
- Submit up to two scientific abstracts per Annual Meeting—without need for sponsors
- Review abstracts for acceptance to the Annual Meeting Scientific Program
- Lead AAN Education Programs as faculty
- Reduced dues and Annual Meeting fees
Opportunities for Growth
As a member of the Academy you'll have opportunities to grow in your career and make an impact in the field.
- Eligible for leadership roles in committees and subcommittees
- AAN Sections provide networking opportunities in 30 specialty topics
- Author and Review AAN Practice Guidelines
News and Information
FREE publications featuring up-to-date information on scientific research and news affecting the neuroscience community
- Neurology® premier scientific journal
- Neurology Today®, in-depth news about research, policy, and more
- Neurology Now® patient magazine
- AANnews®, member newsletter highlighting AAN products and services
- AANe-news®, twice monthly e-newsletter
- AAN Membership Directory
- Access to AAN's Mobile Website, m.AAN.com