Highly credentialed scientists and other professionals working in the field of substance abuse may be considered for Regular Membership. Selection will be made by the Membership Committee based on the merit of their scientific accomplishments or other accomplishments, including educational efforts, public service, or similar kinds of societal contributions. For members not comfortable with virtual payment, please send the completed form to idars2024@gmail.com.

Any post-baccalaureate full-time or part-time student matriculated in an advanced degree program or anyone participating in a post-doctoral training program in any field related to research on problems of drug dependence may be considered for this membership category. Selection will be made by the Membership Committee based on interest in the field. Membership will be re-certified annually and may extend for one full year after the calendar year in which the terminal degree is awarded or the post-doctoral training program is completed. For members not comfortable with virtual payment, please send the completed form to idars2024@gmail.com.

Upon retirement, any Member of IDARS may apply for Emeritus status. The member requesting such status should address a letter to the Executive Officer, indicating the reason for the request. On occasion, the President, Executive Officer and Membership Committee members may choose to nominate individuals for Emeritus membership. The Executive Officer will forward the letter with his/her recommendation to the Membership Committee. If the Chair of the Membership Committee approves the request, no further action is necessary. Otherwise, the request will be submitted to the full Membership Committee. If Emeritus status is approved, the member will maintain the same privileges and duties as regular members. Emeritus status will be reviewed by the Membership committee every five years. Members with Emeritus or Honorary status will not be assessed annual dues. Please send completed form to idars2024@gmail.com.

Checks are made payable to the International Drug Abuse Research Society. Fill out the membership application form and mail both form and check to:

Syed F. Ali, Ph.D.
1809 Martha Drive
Little Rock, AR 72212