APIC Research Network
The Mission: To advance the science and practice of IPC through infection-preventionist informed and led research and implementation science.
What is the APIC Research Network?
A collaborative research environment intended to facilitate and prioritize infection-preventionist informed research while enhancing frontline infection-preventionist participation in research and implementation science.
How is the ARN Structured?
There are three levels of participation in the ARN
Individual Membership
Individual ARN membership is renewed every 12 months. Maintaining membership is simple and just requires proof of participation in at least one ARN survey or collaborative research project during each 12-month membership window.
Organizational Membership
Organizational ARN membership is open to all hospitals in 2025. The table below outlines the organizational membership requirements for the APIC research network.
Industry Membership
2025 Industry Membership to ARN is reserved for Visionary Level APIC Strategic Partners.
Learn about the Research Advisory Panel
All ARN activities are guided by a Research Advisory Panel (RAP) composed of senior researchers who ensure scientific rigor across all initiatives.