Become a BCI Member

Membership

Membership in the BCI Society is open to all scientists, principal investigators, post docs, and students from around the world involved in the many research and practical aspects of BCI research.  We welcome all involved in BCIs, including engineers, clinicians, therapists, business people and users of BCI technology.

The BCI Society thrives because of its members

Every voice matters—your ideas, your participation, and your commitment help shape the future of the BCI field.

Whether you’re joining for the first time, renewing, or reconnecting after a lapse, there are countless ways to get involved and make an impact:

Make Your Voice Heard

Run for office

Eligible members can stand for election to the Board and help guide the Society’s priorities.

    Join a committee

    Share your insights and contribute to programs, activities, and strategic initiatives. The time commitment is modest, and it’s a great way to influence the direction of the Society while connecting with colleagues.

      Lead as an early-career member

      Postdocs and students can join the Postdoc & Student Committee to champion initiatives for emerging researchers

        Shape the field

        Bring forward ideas that strengthen our community and advance our mission.

          Enjoy Exclusive Member Benefits

          Eligibility for merit awards and travel grants

          Opportunity to submit abstracts to the BCI Meeting

          Invitations to members-only networking events, including the (famous!) SfN Social

          Membership Types

          Regular Membership

          Applies to all individuals who are active in BCI research, and who do not qualify for a student or post-doc membership

          $155 per year
          $235 for two years

          Post Doc Membership

          Applies to all individuals who are currently post doctoral fellows

          $105 per year
          $165 for two years

          Student Membership

          Applies to students enrolled in any full-time, degree-granting programs (undergraduate and graduate)

          $70 per year
          $105 for two years

          BCI Users

          Applies to BCI users and their family members or caregivers

          More information

          $20 per year

          Please note all fees are in US dollars. We accept the following cards for member dues payments: Visa and MasterCard.
          Please note that the payment processor for the BCI Society is located in Canada and some credit card companies may consider it an international transaction.

          Membership for BCI users, their family members or caregivers

          We are excited to introduce a new, discounted membership type for BCI users and their family members or caregivers.

          This initiative will benefit both the BCI Society and the broader BCI field by fostering greater involvement from BCI users. As members, BCI users will have opportunities to participate in Society events, engage with researchers and industry representatives, vote and run in board elections and volunteer for committees and initiatives that shape the future of the Society and the field.

          This is a pilot program for the 2025 membership year and will be evaluated at the end of the year.

          Eligibility: Applicants for the discounted membership fee must have experience using a BCI system as part of a research study and/or in daily life that 1) meets the Society’s definition and 2) functions or would function as an assistive technology or rehabilitation device for the applicant. BCI users accepted under this membership category may also invite one caregiver to join at the discounted rate.

          Membership fee: $20 per year for each BCI user and caregiver.

          Application process: BCI users are invited to submit an application, which will be reviewed by the Membership Committee.

          Apply Here

          Global Membership Initiative

          The BCI Society wants to ensure that membership fees do not unduly restrict who is able to join our society.  We are pleased to introduce a reduced membership fees determined by the member’s country of residence. Determination is made by using tables listing low income and low-middle income countries as defined by the World Bank. That is, members based in low income and low-middle income countries pay 20% and 40% of the full-member fee, respectively.

          Please note you must be based full-time in the applicable countries in order to be eligible for the discount. Please Contact Us  to receive the membership code.

          Join Our Community Today

          Membership is more than access—it’s your opportunity to help shape the Society, advance the field’s progress, and connect with a vibrant global community.

          Become a Member/Renew

          Membership Distribution

          We’ve got members from around the world. Check out where they all live.

          • Australia 1% 1%
          • Austria 4% 4%
          • Canada 7% 7%
          • China 3% 3%
          • France 6% 6%
          • Germany 5% 5%
          • Hong Kong 1% 1%
          • India 2% 2%
          • Israel 1% 1%
          • Italy 4% 4%
          • Japan 2% 2%
          • Mexico 1% 1%
          • The Netherlands 6% 6%
          • Singapore 1% 1%
          • South Korea 3% 3%
          • Switzerland 2% 2%
          • United Kingdom 4% 4%
          • USA 42% 42%

          Questions?

          If any of the above information is unclear, or you are having difficulties renewing/paying for your membership, please contact us to ensure your membership is processed accordingly.

          Contact Us