Join the physics community at the APS Division of Fluid Dynamics Meeting 2026. All presenters must register to attend.
At the APS DFD Meeting 2026, you can expand your professional network, discover the latest physics findings, connect with potential collaborators, and share your fluid dynamics research.
APS member registration
Ensure your APS membership or reciprocal society membership is current to take advantage of discounted registration rates.
New for 2026: APS now offers two membership plans.
- The Full Plan includes discounted registration rates for APS meetings
- The Basic Plan does not include meeting registration discounts.
Not an APS member? Join APS with a Full Plan membership to save on meeting registration and access valuable benefits all year long. Get started by creating your myAPS account.
Registration rates
Early bird rates: July 6 - September 28
APS Full Plan member rates
Regular member — $710
Early career member — $710
Retired member — $390
Graduate student member — $370
Undergraduate or high school student member — $150
APS Basic Plan member and non-member rates
APS Basic Plan member — $1,030
Non-member — $1,030
Regular rates: September 29 - October 30
APS Full Plan member rates
Regular member — $850
Early-career member — $850
Retired member — $430
Graduate student member — $410
Undergraduate or high school student member — $155
Non-member and Basic Plan member rates
APS Basic Plan member — $1,125
Non-member — $1,125
Late rates: October 31 - on-site
APS Full Plan member rates
Regular member — $950
Early-career member — $950
Retired member — $505
Graduate student member — $505
Undergraduate or high school student member — $225
Non-member and Basic Plan member rates
APS Basic Plan member — $1,195
Non-member — $1,195
International attendee registration and visa resources
Visa application information
Traveling to the United States often requires obtaining a visa. Once you register, APS will send a letter of invitation for a visa application. It is very important to plan far in advance and review:
Press registration
Complimentary registration is available for members of the media. Those eligible for press registration include:
- Staff journalists working for editorially independent news outlets
- Freelance science writers and editors
- Public information officers working for scientific institutions
- Students and postdocs enrolled in a science writing program
APS uses a one-time credentialing process to verify eligibility for press registration.
Please contact the APS media team with questions about press registration.
Photo release
APS will take photographs and video at the APS DFD Meeting. By registering for the meeting and its associated events, you agree to allow APS to use your photo and/or video footage in APS-related publications, materials, websites, or promotions.
Cancellation policy
Cancellations must be received in writing by Oct. 30, 2026. All cancellations will be assessed a $50 cancellation fee, regardless of the reason for canceling. Please email the APS Registrar with questions.
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About the meeting
The APS DFD Meeting welcomes more than 3,000 scientists and students from around the globe.