Benefits of Membership

There are several benefits to being a member of IGSN e.V.:

• Members receive support and training from IGSN e.V. on the use and management of IGSNs, as well as access to software tools and best practices for sample management.

• Members have the opportunity to participate in the governance of the organisation through election to leadership roles and participation in the General Assembly. This enables members to influence the direction and policies of the organisation and to contribute to the development of international standards for sample management.

• Membership in IGSN e.V. provides a way for institutions and organisations to demonstrate their commitment to best practices in sample management and to enhance their visibility in relevant research communities.

Note: You have to be a member of DataCite to mint IGSNs, not just a member of IGSN. Membership in the IGSN e.V. is not required to obtain IGSNs.

How to become an IGSN e.V. member

• Membership is only open to organisations, not to individuals.

• Applications for membership in the IGSN Organisation must be sent in writing to the IGSN e.V. management office (Statutes: §5 Membership Application).

• Membership in the IGSN Organisation is open to all organisations who wish to allocate IGSN names and use the  DataCite Registration Agency in their capacity as allocating agents.

• As part of the registration process, you will be asked to provide some basic information about yourself and your organisation.

• Members will be charged an annual membership fee. The IGSN General Assembly determines the amount and due date of annual membership fees. The membership fee for full members is currently €250 per year and is due at the beginning of the calendar year.