Membership
Become a Member
DIRDI Membership is open to students, academics, and professionals in related industries. Members gain access to a network of experts and opportunities for career and research advancement.
- ENHANCE your CV and professional profile with the entitlement to use MDIRDI post-nominals.
- PUBLISH your research on the DIRDI website and receive support for external academic journal submissions.
- CONNECT with senior academics, industry leaders, and external partners for mentorship and collaboration.
- ACCESSÂ exclusive events, including social dinners, educational seminars, and research conferences.
- SUCCEEDÂ in your research and professional endeavors with funding opportunities, term-time projects, and summer internships.
Membership is open to exceptional undergraduate and postgraduate students in STEM, as well as academics and professionals at any stage of their career. Applications are subject to merit-based selection criteria, ensuring that Members uphold the institute’s standards of excellence. Membership is free and serves as an entry point into the DIRDI community.
Become a Fellow
Fellowship is awarded to distinguished academics, industry leaders, and government professionals who have demonstrated outstanding contributions to their field and align with DIRDI’s mission. Fellows play a key role in shaping research initiatives, mentoring members, and fostering collaboration across sectors.
Who Can Become a Fellow?
Fellowship is typically by nomination from existing Fellows. Consideration is given to:
- Academics with a strong research background and demonstrated impact in their field.
- Senior professionals from industry and government who contribute to research, innovation, or policy.
- Existing DIRDI Members who have made significant contributions to the institute.
There is no strict time commitment, but Fellows are encouraged to engage with DIRDI through mentorship, research collaboration, and participation in events. Fellows are entitled to use FDIRDI post-nominals.
