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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.
Individual Membership Benefits
Education Programs
Masterclasses - 2 per year ($500 value) INFORM seminars - 10 per year ($1000 value) Short Course - 1 per year ($100 savings)
Member Benefits - $1700 Value
Publications
INFORM magazine - 10 per year
Journals - 12 per year ($600 value)
INFORM SmartBrief - 50 per year
Member Benefits - $600 Value
Networking
Join one of our ten AOCS divisions, expand your network with member-only events, and access our private global member directory.
Member-only Access
AOCS Events
The AOCS Annual Meeting & Expo brings together thousands of chemists, engineers, technologists, and researchers from around the world. As an individual AOCS member, you will save $225.
Member Benefits - $225 Value
AOCS Methods
The most comprehensive collection of analytical testing methods for edible fats and oils, surfactants, phospholipids, plant proteins, and similar compounds. Members receive a $500 discount.
Member Benefits - $500 Value
Get $3,025 in member benefits for only $260
Unlock incredible opportunities at AOCS. Join today and start enjoying exclusive member-only benefits!
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
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
Webinars
+ 1 other(s)
January 17, 2025
Exclusive: Chat with Pat
Join the AOCS Student Common Interest Group for an exclusive live Q&A with Dr. Patrick Donnelly, AOCS Chief Executive Officer, and uncover the diverse opportunities within the association world. This is your chance to ask Dr. Donnelly about his unique journey—from animal science and reproductive physiology research to becoming a Certified Association Executive (CAE)—and gain valuable advice for navigating careers in science and association management.
INFORM seminars
+ 1 other(s)
January 22, 2025
Plant-based, insects, single-cell organisms, precision fermentation…what are the emerging sources of proteins?
In recent years new, diverse protein sources have emerged. In this INFORM seminar, we will review traditional and emerging sources, present their manufacturing processes, compare their functional properties, along with their sensory and nutritional qualities, and highlight the application challenges associated with each source.
Member Only
+ 1 other(s)
January 24, 2025
Biomedical and Food Applications of Essential Oils: drug delivery and antimicrobial food packaging
Learn how essential oils are transforming biomedical treatments and enhancing food safety—from innovative drug delivery systems for ear diseases to antimicrobial packaging solutions. Join our experts for an inside look at these cutting-edge, plant-based applications.
November 18, 2024
Member Spotlight: Meet Thilini Dissanayake
This member spotlight is about Thilini Dissanayake, a graduate student member of…
November 18, 2024
Member Spotlight: Meet Camrynn Simon
Camrynn Simon is a master’s student in the Food Colloids Lab at…
November 18, 2024
Member Spotlight: Meet Mikael Fabritius
Mikael Fabritius is a postdoctoral researcher in the Food Sciences unit at…
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