​​​​IS-MPMI Membership​

Stay at the Forefront of Scientific Discovery

Join Our Global Community Advancing Plant Science for a Sustainable Future

Be part of a dynamic international community advancing the science of molecular plant-microbe interactions. As a member of the IS-MPMI, you’ll connect with leading scientists, access the latest research, and open the door to meaningful collaboration and career development.

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Membership Benefits

Members get access to a range of benefits that promote scientific advancement and foster professional growth.

Stay at the Cutting Edge of Research

Get full access to Molecular Plant-Microbe Interactions (MPMI), IS-MPMI’s peer-reviewed journal featuring significant primary research and reviews on the molecular biology and genetics of pathological, symbiotic and associative interactions between microbes and plants.

Members get:

  • Exclusive First Look online article access—your paper is published within days of acceptance!
  • A trusted platform to share your work and gain global recognition
  • Discounted publishing rates

Connect and Collaborate Globally

Join our network of over 1,000 scientists across 50+ countries! Build relationships, find collaborators, and share insights across disciplines like microbiology, nematology, plant pathology, plant breeding, and more. Members get access to:

  • Our member-only LinkedIn group, where you can meet fellow scientists from around the world
  • The IS-MPMI member directory, where you can find colleagues in your area or by keyword

Advance Your Career

Whether you're a student, postdoc, or seasoned researcher, IS-MPMI supports your career with:

  • Reduced rates for the biennial IS-MPMI Congress, the premier event that bring together hundreds of scientists in our field
  • Job postings and career resources
  • Eligibility to serve on our Board of Directors to build relationships, gain leadership skills, and make a lasting impact
  • Eligibility to be nominated for IS-MPMI awards, recognizing outstanding service, scientific innovations, and significant accomplishments

Stay Informed

Receive exclusive updates through Interactions and the IS-MPMI News Capsule, featuring:

  • Society news and updates
  • Member spotlights, research highlights, and interviews
  • MPMI Editor’s Picks


Membership Options

IS-MPMI offers a variety of membership options based on your career stage:

Save 20% with our two-year membership


Membership TypeOne-Year DuesYour Best Value Two-Year DuesEligibility
Student$20$32For students enrolled in a degree program. A major professor or department head must certify the student annually.
Post-Doc$35$56For anyone in a post-doctoral position at a school of higher education or not for profit research institution. A major professor or department head must certify post-doctorate status annually.
Professional Researcher$65$104For research support staff, such as a technician or programmer, at an academic institution or non-profit organization.
Professional$80$128For anyone actively interested in the advancement and promulgation of knowledge relevant to molecular plant-microbe interactions.

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Complimentary Membership Options

  • Emeritus Membership
    Retired members with 25+ years of IS-MPMI membership qualify for complimentary membership. Contact IS-MPMI to request a transition to Emeritus Membership.
  • Scientists from Developing Economies (SDE) Membership
    Complimentary membership is available to scientists in qualifying countries based on the World Bank's low-income and lower-middle income economies. To take advantage of this membership, select your country on the membership form and enter code SDE at checkout.

Questions about eligibility? Contact IS-MPMI Member Services.



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