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Scientific Events, Symposia & Webinars
As a Member you’ll enjoy free or significantly discounted access to over 100 events and simulcast webinars annually.
Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences
Professional Members gain unlimited online access to Annals, plus the opportunity to order one complimentary print volume per year.
eBriefings and Online Content
Enjoy free access to digital content featuring the latest multidisciplinary research presented at the Academy, including our archive of over 500 eBriefings, and our bi-annual Member Magazine. As well as Access to the historical publication of the New York Academy of Sciences Transactions of the New York Academy of Sciences View The Winner of 7 National Magazine Awards from 1961-2001 The Sciences. Along with the opportunity to explore 200 years of scientific discovery with the Academy Digital Archives.
Free Subscription to Nature or Scientific American
As a Professional Member you can elect to receive a complimentary subscription to Nature or Scientific American (your choice!).1
Member Directory
Available exclusively to Academy Members, the Directory enables you to search for others in the World Smartest Network®.
Discounts
Wiley Publishing
Members are entitled to a 30% discount on books purchased via Wiley’s website. To access this offer, log in using your Membership username and password, visit Wiley’s site, and enter code SDP71 when purchasing.
Scientific American
Members receive a 20% discount off purchases of regular print & digital gift subscriptions to Scientific American.
NYU Tandon School of Engineering
Members can receive a 15% scholarship on any for-credit online course taken at NYU Tandon School of Engineering. Details on eligible NYU Tandon programs and how to apply are available here.
Avis Car Rental
Members get up to 30% off at 4800 locations in over 140 countries. For the best rate, always provide Avis Worldwide Discount (AWD) #S035800 which identifies you as an Academy Member. Reservations can be made here or by calling 1.800.831.8000 (U.S.).
Club Quarters Hotels
Academy Members are entitled to special Member rates at Club Quarters, full-service hotels designed for sensible travelers in New York and around the world.
Insurance
Academy Group Insurance Program
Our Members' Insurance Program provides high-quality insurance plans at affordable rates. This quality collection of plans (featuring strong, long-established national insurance carriers) offers comprehensive coverage with extensive options that can be tailored to your needs and budget. For additional information please click here or call customer service at 1.800.556.7614.
Questions about Membership? Contact our Customer Service team:
Phone (Toll Free in US only): 1.800.843.6927
Phone: 1.212.298.8640
Customerservice@nyas.org
*Non-US residents will be charged an international processing fee of $10/year.
1Some magazine subscriptions are not available to ship to certain countries.
2Save an additional $10 annual by purchasing a 2-year Membership.
Additional Membership Types
Gift Membership
Academy Membership is a great way to support the career of your favorite scientist or engineer. To purchase a gift Membership, call our Customer Service Department at 212.298.8640.
Teens (ages 13-17) receive complimentary Academy Membership when they join one of our qualifying STEM education programs.
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Career Readiness and Soft Skills Training
Through our webinars, workshops, and online courses, Members get free or discounted access to critical skills training. Topics range from effective grant-writing, to securing funding, communicating your research, and planning a successful career in STEM.
Cutting Edge STEM Content
Members enjoy free access to digital content featuring the latest multidisciplinary research presented at the Academy, including our archive of over 500 eBriefings, and Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences. You’ll also receive free or significantly discounted registration to over 100 symposia, webinars and conferences annually.
Networking and Resume-Building Opportunities
The Academy also offers multiple opportunities for student/postdoc Members to present their research, expand their resumes through internships and mentoring activities, and interact with senior leaders across academia, industry and government. Graduate student Members are also eligible to apply for Science Alliance Leadership Training, a free 5-day intensive workshop that is a true career game-changer.
Member Directory
Available exclusively to Academy Members, the Directory enables you to search for others in the World's Smartest Network®.
Discounts
Wiley Publishing
Members are entitled to a 30% discount on books purchased via Wiley’s website. To take advantage of this offer, log in using your Membership username and password, visit Wiley’s site, and enter code SDP71 when purchasing.
Scientific American
Members receive a 20% discount off purchases of regular print & digital subscriptions to Scientific American.
NYU Tandon School of Engineering
Members can receive a 15% scholarship on any for-credit online course taken at NYU Tandon School of Engineering. Details on eligible NYU Tandon programs and how to apply are available here.
The National Postdoctoral Association (NPA)
Academy Members are entitled to receive a 20% discount on individual memberships to the NPA, a nonprofit organization that improves the postdoctoral experience through advocacy and education, resource development, and community-building.
Avis Car Rental
Members get up to 30% off at 4800 locations in over 140 countries. For the best rate, always provide Avis Worldwide Discount (AWD) #S035800 which identifies you as an Academy Member. Reservations can be made here or by calling 1.800.831.8000 (U.S.).
Club Quarters Discount
Academy Members are entitled to special Member rates at Club Quarters, full-service hotels designed for sensible travelers in New York and around the world.
Insurance
Academy Group Insurance Program
Our Members' Insurance Program provides high-quality insurance plans at affordable rates. This quality collection of plans (featuring strong, long-established national insurance carriers) offers comprehensive coverage with extensive options that can be tailored to your needs and budget. For additional information please click here or call customer service at 1.800.556.7614.
Questions about Membership? Contact our Customer Service team:
Phone (Toll Free in US only): 1.800.843.6927
Phone: 1.212.298.8640
Customerservice@nyas.org
*Non-US residents will be charged an international processing fee of $10/year.
1Save an additional $10 annual by purchasing a 2-year Membership.
Additional Membership Types
Gift Membership
Academy Membership is a great way to support the career of your favorite scientist or engineer. To purchase a gift Membership, call our Customer Service Department at 212.298.8640.
Teens (ages 13-17) receive complimentary Academy Membership when they join one of our qualifying STEM education programs.
Organizational Membership
Your organization can join the World’s Smartest Network® by sponsoring employees for Membership, or through support to our mission and programs. Contact us to learn more.
Mission & Programmatic Support
Organizations which provide philanthropic support to the Academy’s mission and programs are eligible for a complimentary Corporate Membership. We offer multiple opportunities to get involved, whether through event sponsorship, participation in scientific steering committees, or by partnering with us to create new programming in the areas of science, technology, or STEM education. Learn more.
Membership for Universities and Teaching Institutions
Universities and research institutions can sponsor undergraduates, graduate students, postdocs, and faculty for Membership via our Science Alliance program. Science Alliance is a cost-effective, turnkey solution that enables students and faculty to access cutting edge STEM content, as well as the leadership and soft skills training they’ll need to launch a successful STEM career. Learn more.
Additional Membership Types
Gift Membership
Academy Membership is a great way to support the career of your favorite scientist or engineer. To purchase a gift Membership, call our Customer Service Department at 212.298.8640.
Teens (ages 13-17) receive complimentary Academy Membership when they join one of our qualifying STEM education programs.