About

The UK charity for clinicians, researchers and students working to understand, prevent and treat obesity.

Membership£30
a year as a student

Membership details checked against aso.org.uk
1 Nov 2026 · current fees and benefits

  • Tax-deductible

    On HMRC's approved list. A registrar on 40% tax pays £36, not £60.

It supports research, education and professional networks.

Membership fees

  • Full membership£60
  • Student membership£30

What members get

  • Reduced fees for ASO, EASO and WOF conferences and events
  • Free attendance at most ASO regional events
  • Eligibility for ASO awards and grants
  • Discounted obesity journal subscriptions
  • Access to the members area
  • Voting rights on ASO policy
  • Free promotion of relevant jobs and not-for-profit activities
  • Students: access to the annual early career researchers workshop

Things to know

£30–£60 a yearBecome a member