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How to Join

Benefits

Membership in the International Academy of Cytology recognizes particular interest and expertise in the field of cytology and can be documented by using the initials of the particular membership category following the members name. Members receive copies of the leading journal of cytopathology, Acta Cytologica, 6 times a year at no cost. Similarly, they obtain copies of Analytical and Quantitative Histology and Cytology and have access to the newsletter of the IAC, CytoPaths. Reduced registration rate at events organized by the IAC, e.g. the International Congress of Cytology, are available. Members may participate in the activities of the Academy by serving on the various committees of the IAC.

Membership Categories

The IAC recognizes the following categories:	Annual Dues	Adm. Fee
Medical Membership (M.I.A.C.) Application	US$ 195	US$ 150
Medical Fellowship (F.I.A.C.) Elevation	US$ 195	US$ 500
Cytotechnologist Membership (C.M.I.A.C.)Application	US$ 85	US$ 35
Cytotechnologist Fellowship (C.F.I.A.C.) Application	US$ 150	US$ 50
Professional Membership (P.M.I.A.C.) Application	US$ 195	US$ 150

 

In addition, particularly meritorious individuals may receive an honorary fellowship (F.I.A.C.[hon]). After retirement all membership categories qualify for emeritus status (em). For more information, see the section on membership in the Constitution and Bylaws.