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By joining AOCS, you enter a global community, connecting with the foremost science, chemistry, and engineering leaders. Engage with peers at our annual meeting, stay on top of cutting-edge research through our journals, and cultivate lifelong friendships.

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Individual Membership Benefits

We’re saving you a seat — discover what $4,000 in member benefits can do for you. Join AOCS today and get the rest of 2025 free! Your membership purchase provides immediate access through December 31, 2026.

$4,000 Value

for $275/year
Less than $1/day

EDUCATION

  • Short Courses - $600 savings
  • Digital seminars - $575 value
  • Masterclasses - $700 value

$1,875 Value

ANNUAL MEETING

  • $300 - early bird savings
  • $400 - off non-member rate
  • Member-only networking

$700 Value

LAB PROFICIENCY

  • $300 - member savings
  • Recognition opportunities through LPP Awards and our Approved Chemist program

$300 Value

AOCS METHODS

  • Ensure the accuracy of lab results with an all-in-one digital resource
  • $525 - member savings

$525 Value

PUBLICATIONS

  • Journals - $600 value
  • INFORM magazine - 10 issues
  • SmartBrief - 50 per year

$600 Value

AOCS Quote Asset

AOCS helped me to broaden my vision and ... enabled me to reach scientific sources and discover the latest research. It is priceless.

Eda Kaya
PhD candidate, Food Science Institute at Kansas State University

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Student Membership

Benefit from the AOCS community for just $25 per year.

You’ll receive:

  • All benefits listed under individual membership
  • Free access to the Student Common Interest Group – a dedicated community of students to connect with throughout the year
  • Access to student specific AOCS awards – get recognized for your work and research
  • One free year of individual membership after you graduate
  • 50% off your second year of AOCS individual membership after graduation

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