International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP)

Connecting with the international pain community

The International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP) is the largest multidisciplinary international association dedicated to the study of pain. Founded in 1973, IASP is a non-profit professional organisation committed to furthering pain research and improving care for people living with pain.

IASP brings together scientists, physicians, dentists, psychologists, nurses, physiotherapists and other health professionals involved in pain research, diagnosis, treatment and management. It has more than 6,500 individual members from over 100 countries.

The British Pain Society (BPS) is the British Chapter of IASP. Our relationship with IASP helps connect the UK pain community with international research, education and collaboration opportunities.

New for 2026–27: IASP membership for £25

UK-based BPS members, including Honorary Members, can access IASP membership for an additional £25. IASP membership is separate from BPS membership and requires a separate application. Members who already hold IASP membership do not need to apply again through this offer.

This offer provides an opportunity to connect with the wider international pain community and explore IASP's research, educational activities, meetings, grants, awards and publications.

Please note: BPS membership does not automatically include IASP membership. IASP membership is separate payment of £25 to join.

How to access the offer

Already a BPS member?

Log in to MY BPS and select Update IASP from your membership account menu. Follow the instructions to complete your payment.

If you pay by Direct Debit, please wait until you receive an email from BPS confirming that your BPS subscription has been processed and inviting you to join IASP.

New to the British Pain Society?

You can apply to join BPS and, as a UK-based member, access the IASP offer.  This is included in the member application page.

What are the benefits of IASP membership?

IASP membership connects you with a global, multidisciplinary community working to improve understanding of pain and the care of people living with pain.

Benefits include:

• International research and publications: Access to PAIN®, IASP’s official scientific journal, alongside other research and educational resources.

• Education and professional development: Access to member education resources, including webinars and recordings from the World Congress on Pain.

• Research grants and fellowships: Opportunities to apply for funding to support research, collaboration, training and career development, subject to individual eligibility criteria.

• International networking: Connect with pain researchers and professionals around the world through IASP Connect and the wider IASP community.

• Special Interest Groups: Join international networks focused on particular areas of pain research, practice and care. Additional fees may apply.

• World Congress on Pain: Access reduced registration rates for IASP’s international congress.

• Professional involvement and leadership: Explore opportunities to contribute to IASP committees, task forces and initiatives that help shape the future of pain research and care.

• Further resources and opportunities: Access member communications, career resources and discounts on selected IASP publications.

Benefits and eligibility requirements may vary. Please check the IASP website for the latest information.

Find out more

For further information about IASP membership, activities, upcoming meetings, grants and awards, and publications, visit the IASP website for further information. 

International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP)
1510 H St. NW, Suite 600
Washington, DC 20005-1020
United States

Telephone: +1 202-524-5300
Fax: +1 202-524-5301
Email: [email protected]