Listed below are frequently asked questions (FAQ) pertaining to the International Association for Microanalysis (IAMA) membership, focus and its newsletter publications.
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Why can’t I seem to access the current newsletter and archived newsletters from the IAMA web site www.iamaweb.com ?
Answer:
Unless a completed membership application has been received by IAMA, you will not be able to access the publication section of the web site.
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Why am I not already a member of IAMA? I have been receiving the newsletter mailings.
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When IAMA was created and sent out its first publication, its mailing list was created from various resources not knowing if the intended individuals receiving newsletters would even care to read the newsletter. Since then IAMA has grown significantly and as a result so has the postage to mail out the newsletters. IAMA will no longer mail out its newsletter from its previous mailing list and will only provide its mailings and Internet access to archived newsletter for all those who submit an application for membership. http://www.iamaweb.com/membership/membership.html
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The membership application process requires references. Who are members that I can ask for a reference?
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The membership reference form can be omitted for now.
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Can my agency or laboratory apply for membership?
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No. Membership is only granted to individuals.
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Is IAMA a real organization? In other words, how is IAMA organized?
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IAMA is a non-profit organization incorporated in the state of Texas with interim by-laws and directors. IAMA is currently applying for IRS 501 © 3 federal not-for-profit exemption. The newsletter articles are peer reviewed before publication by forensic scientist in each related specialty.
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How much are the dues and can anyone be a member?
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There is a one-time application fee of $10.00 US and annual dues of $10.00. Membership is limited to scientists who are engaged in forensic science and involved in furthering the purposes of this organization.
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How many individuals did you have on your mailing list and how many current members are there.
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There were approximately 170 individuals on the mailing list. Currently, there are 100 individuals who are IAMA members. I hope this number will grow.
Question:
Will IAMA just promote P-GSR analysis by SEM/EDX?
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No. IAMA has expanded its focus to cover all aspects of forensic microanalysis.
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Does IAMA plan to have conferences?
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Yes, IAMA will have annual training and discussion conferences once the membership grows sufficiently to justify the expense of such conferences and the attention of vendors/sponsors.
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