Membership FAQs
Anatomical Society FAQs
It is important to establish what part of the website you are attempting to login to. Please choose from the following options below:
1. If you are attempting to login in to the main website to access members only content please be advised that it is no longer necessary or possible to log in to the main website.
All members only content that was previously available on the main website here is now available via the Member Portal under the 'Membership' tab.
2. If you are attempting to login to the Member Portal
Membership renewals, conference registration, abstract submission and now members only content are all accessed via the Member Portal. If you have forgotten your password, please request a new password on the login screen.
For any other issues regarding the Member Portal, please contact membership team theteam@anatsoc.org.uk for further assistance.
It is important to establish what part of the website you are attempting to login to. Please choose from the following options below:
1. If you are attempting to login in to the main website to access members only content please be advised that it is no longer necessary or possible to log in to the main website.
All members only content is now available via the Member Portal under the 'Membership' tab.
2. If you are attempting to login to the Member Portal
Membership renewals, conference registration, abstract submission and now members only content are all accessed via the Member Portal. If you have forgotten your password, please request a new password on the login screen.
For any other issues regarding the Member Portal, please contact membership team theteam@anatsoc.org.uk for further assistance.
In order to join to the Anatomical Society, you will require support from two existing members. If you do not know any existing members, please try the options below.
Please note: You should not pay your membership fees until you have secured referees
1. Form professional connections and collaborations with individuals based within anatomical institutions
Make contact with your local anatomy department or make contact with individuals who are current Anatomical Society members in good standing. This increases the chance of getting to know existing members who share your scientific interests. It is advisable to contact individuals only if you have a genuine interest in collaborating with them. Once a professional connection has been established, it may then be appropriate to ask for support. When doing so, you should only use an institutional address and follow official channels, rather than e.g. using your personal email address.
2. Attend an Anatomical Society conference
The Anatomical Society community is forward-looking and open-minded and welcomes individuals with a genuine interest in anatomy. There are two Anatomical Society meetings each year, in summer and in winter. Non-members can attend and present work at these meetings. In doing so, you will have the opportunity to make contact with individuals and establish professional connections with existing members, who may then be happy to give you their support. Furthermore, non-members who attend the winter meeting and apply for membership immediately will receive complimentary membership for the remainder of that year. Anyone who successfully applies for membership from May onward will also receives complimentary membership until September of that year.
3. Contact the Anatomical Society Membership Team
If neither of these options above is possible, please contact the Anatomical Society membership team: theteam@anatsoc.org.uk to ask the current Membership Officer and Honorary Secretary to act in this capacity.
Hear from our Members
Dr. Declan McLaughlin
Dr. Declan McLaughlin shares his journey from postgraduate to full member of the Anatomical Society, highlighting the benefits of collegiality, mentorship, and professional development. He emphasizes the value of networking, funding opportunities, and educational support, underscoring how society membership fosters both academic growth and meaningful contributions to the anatomical sciences.
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Dr. Margaret McNulty
Dr. Margaret McNulty, Assistant Professor at Indiana University, reflects on the value of international collaboration in anatomical sciences. She advocates for joint membership between AAAS and AAA, emphasizing shared goals, funding opportunities, and inclusive engagement across human and comparative anatomy. Her insights highlight the power of meetings to foster meaningful academic partnerships.
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Dr Hannah Shaw
Dr Hannah Shaw is managing the strategic direction of The Society’s educational objectives and contributions. This includes developing a community of practice for everyone involved in anatomy education. These activities are achieved through our highly experienced committee, who have national and international reputations for delivering high impact teaching and pedagogical research.
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Dr. Sourav Bhattacharjee
Dr. Sourav Bhattacharjee reflects on the rewarding experience of attending an Anatomical Society meeting, expressing pride in membership and admiration for the Society’s active committees. Inspired by the collaborative spirit, Dr. Bhattacharjee looks forward to future opportunities to contribute ideas and share insights with colleagues and students back in Dublin..
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Catherine Hennessy
Catherine Hennessy, Teaching Fellow in Anatomy at Brighton and Sussex Medical School, reflects on her journey with the Anatomical Society since joining as a student in 2013. She highlights the value of continued membership and the enriching experience of attending biannual meetings that foster professional development, networking, and academic inspiration.
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Luke Reid
Luke Reid, Lecturer in Anatomy at the University of Dundee, shares his journey from postgraduate study in Edinburgh to teaching in the Caribbean and the UK. Through involvement with the Anatomical Society’s social media and meetings, he highlights the value of diverse curricula, clinical integration, and global perspectives in anatomical education.
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Dr. Steve Jacques
Steve Jaques, Head of Anatomy at Leicester Medical School, shares his early experiences as a new member of the Anatomical Society. Having helped organize a joint meeting with the Primate Society of Great Britain, he expresses enthusiasm for future involvement, particularly in advancing anatomy education at a national level through Society collaboration.
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Dr Helen Anscomb
Dr Helen Anscomb, Head of Anatomy and Senior Lecturer at James Cook University, Australia, reflects on rejoining the Anatomical Society after first engaging as a student member. Now leading a developing department, she emphasizes the importance of collaborative research networks and the Society’s role in supporting institutional growth and academic partnerships.
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Dr Jane Holland
Dr Jane Holland, Senior Lecturer at the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, shares her journey from undergraduate anatomy student to educational leader. With a background in surgery and biomedical science, she now champions curriculum development and assessment, contributing actively to the Anatomical Society’s Education Committee and training initiatives that shape future educators.
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For all enquiries related to membership (new member applications and existing members) please contact theteam@anatsoc.org.uk