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ASGCT is an inclusive organization that seeks a broad membership who complies with the highest standards of scientific, professional and ethical conduct. The ASGCT membership includes researchers and clinicians from academia and bio-industry, representatives from foundations and patient advocacy groups as well as students and post-doctoral fellows with an interest in the gene and cell therapy field.

For more information on the categories of membership, visit Types of Membership. To learn about the benefits of being a member of the Society, visit Membership Benefits. To become a member of ASGCT, visit Join ASGCT.

Types of Membership

Active Members
Individuals who have manifested an interest in any discipline important to gene therapy, cell therapy, or manufacturing technologies for gene and cell delivery, as evidenced by work in the field are eligible for Active Membership. Active Members include researchers and clinicians from academia and bio-industry as well as representatives from foundations and patient advocacy groups. By joining the Society, Active Members are eligible to serve on Committees, run for elected offices, vote in elections, and participate in program planning for future ASGCT programs.

For more information on the benefits of joining ASGCT, visit the Membership Benefits section of the ASGCT website.

Associate Members
Associate Members are Graduate Students or Postdoctoral Fellows in gene and cell therapy research programs. By joining ASGCT, Associate Members become part of an inclusive and support Association committed to preparing students and fellows for their careers after training.

For more information on the benefits of joining ASGCT, visit the Membership Benefits section of the ASGCT website.

Emeritus Members
Emeritus Members are ASGCT Active Members who have met certain requirements set out in the ASGCT Bylaws. ASGCT Members interested in becoming Emeritus Members should contact the ASGCT office for more information.

Membership Benefits

As a member of the American Society of Gene & Cell Therapy, you have the opportunity to network, publish your research, and present your ideas through the ASGCT website, annual scientific sessions, and the Society’s official Journal, Molecular Therapy.

With nearly 2,000 members in the United States and worldwide, ASGCT is the largest association of individuals involved in genetic and cellular therapeutics. When you join ASGCT, you contribute to a unique multidisciplinary group.

Below is a complete list of the benefits of joining ASGCT:

  • Participate in a professional society seeking to improve human health through the development of novel treatments using genetic and cellular therapies
  • Promote education about gene and cell therapy advances and challenges
  • The right to vote, hold office and serve on a committee are benefits for all Active Members. Click here for a listing of ASGCT Committees
  • Subscription to Molecular Therapy, the Official Journal of ASGCT included for all Active Members. Molecular Therapy is the leading scientific journal in the field - a $573 value
  • Reduced charges for publication in Molecular Therapy - a 65% savings
  • Greatly reduced registration fees for the ASGCT Annual Meeting and other programs - save up to $225
  • Eligibility for student and post-doctoral travel awards
  • Priority hotel reservations for the ASGCT Annual Meeting
  • Email notification of new press releases and position statements published by ASGCT
  • Advocacy and representation to the National Institutes of Health and other governmental agencies giving a voice to the interests of gene and cell therapy researchers and clinicians
  • Venues for recruiting talented scientists include the Annual Meeting and listing positions on the ASGCT Job Bank at reduced rates - save up to $225

Join ASGCT

To apply for ASGCT membership, you may apply online or download a Membership Application. Notification of membership status is received within 30 days.

Please contact the ASGCT office with any questions regarding the application process. Individuals wishing to pay via wire transfer should contact the ASGCT office for the Society’s bank information.