The name of the organization shall be the Neuroscience Therapeutics and Trials Association (NTTA). (hereinafter referred to as “the Association”).

The principal office of the Association shall be located in Seoul, Republic of Korea. The Association may establish branch offices as necessary.

The purpose of the Association is to promote academic advancement and research in the field of neuroscience therapeutics and clinical trials; to uphold research ethics and scientific integrity; and to contribute to the advancement of medical science and the improvement of public health through academic exchange and collaboration among its members.

The Association shall undertake the following activities to achieve its objectives:

• Organization of academic conferences, symposia, and scientific meetings
• Publication of academic journals and other scholarly materials
• Planning, conduct, and support of multicenter and multidisciplinary clinical research
• Educational programs and research support in clinical trials
• Promotion of industry-academia collaboration and partnerships with related organizations
• Public education and outreach in the relevant fields

The Association may establish academic divisions as necessary. Matters concerning their establishment and operation shall be prescribed separately.

Membership of the Association shall be classified as follows:

• Regular Members
  hysicians (excluding residents) who have an academic interest in neuroscience therapeutics and clinical trials, support the objectives of the Association, and have completed the prescribed admission procedures.
• Associate Members
  Individuals who meet any of the following criteria and support the objectives of the Association:
  (a) Medical residents
  (b) Healthcare professionals, including pharmacists, dentists, and practitioners of Korean medicine
  (c) Clinical research coordinators (CRCs), researchers, graduate students, and other related professionals
• Honorary Members
  Individuals who have made outstanding contributions to the Association or have demonstrated distinguished academic achievements, subject to approval by the Executive Board.
• Special Members
  Individuals or organizations that support the objectives of the Association and contribute to or collaborate in its activities, subject to approval by the Executive Board.

Applicants for membership shall submit the prescribed application form. Procedures for approval of membership and membership fees shall be determined separately.

All members may participate in academic activities and events organized by the Association.
Regular Members shall have the right to vote, to be elected, and to participate in decision-making.

• A member may withdraw from the Association by submitting a written notice.
• A member who fails to pay membership fees for three consecutive years, where such fees are required, shall lose membership status.
• A member who acts against the objectives of the Association or damages its reputation may be expelled upon resolution of the Executive Board and approval by the General Assembly.

The Association shall have the following officers:

• Chairperson (1)
• President (1)
• Secretary General (1)
• Executive Secretary (1)
• Auditor (1)
• Treasurer (1)
• Director of International Relations (1)
• Director of Communications (1)
• Director of Policy (1)
• Directors of Academic Affairs (as necessary; the titles, fields, and number shall be determined by the Executive Board as needed)

• The term of office for all officers shall be two (2) years, and officers may be reappointed.
• In the event of a vacancy, the successor shall serve for the remainder of the predecessor’s term.

• The Chairperson shall be elected by the Executive Board.
• The President shall be elected by the Executive Board.
• The Secretary General, Executive Secretary, Auditor, and other Directors shall be appointed through consultation between the Chairperson and the President.
• In the event of a vacancy, the Chairperson may appoint a replacement for the remainder of the term and shall report such appointment to the Executive Board.

• The Chairperson shall oversee the overall affairs of the Association and shall serve as the chair of the Executive Board.
• The President shall represent the Association and shall preside over the General Assembly.
• The Secretary General shall supervise the administration and operation of the Association and oversee the Secretariat.
• The Executive Secretary shall assist the Secretary General.
• The Auditor shall audit the affairs and finances of the Association.
• The Treasurer shall manage financial matters, including budgeting and accounting.
• The Director of International Relations shall oversee international academic collaboration.
• The Director of Policy shall be responsible for the development and implementation of strategic policies.
• The Director of Communications shall oversee external relations and public education programs.
• The Directors of Academic Affairs shall carry out academic and programmatic responsibilities assigned to them.

The Association may establish a Secretariat to carry out its administrative functions and may employ paid staff as necessary.

The meetings of the Association shall consist of the General Assembly, the Executive Board, and the Steering Committee.

• The Steering Committee shall consist of the President and the Chairperson, and shall be convened by the President.
• The Steering Committee shall be held at least once annually.
• Extraordinary meetings may be convened upon request by the President or the Chairperson.

The Steering Committee shall advise on major policies and key issues of the Association and discuss matters as necessary.

The Executive Board shall consist of the Chairperson, the President, and the Directors, and shall be convened and chaired by the Chairperson.

• The Executive Board shall be classified into regular meetings and extraordinary meetings.
• Regular meetings shall be held at least once annually.
• Extraordinary meetings shall be convened upon request by one-third (1/3) of the Regular Members or by the President.
• Notice of meetings, including the agenda, date, and venue, shall be provided in advance.

The Executive Board shall be duly constituted by those present, and decisions shall be made by a majority vote of the Directors present.
Amendments to the Constitution shall require a two-thirds (2/3) majority vote of the Directors present.

The Executive Board shall deliberate and decide on the following matters:

• Planning and implementation of the Association’s programs and activities
• Enactment and amendment of the Constitution and related regulations
• Review and approval of membership qualifications
• Other important matters necessary for the operation of the Association

The General Assembly shall be composed of Regular Members and shall be convened and presided over by the President.

The General Assembly shall be duly constituted by the attendance of at least one-fifth (1/5) of the Regular Members, including proxy votes.
Decisions shall be made by a majority vote of the members present.

The General Assembly shall deliberate and decide on the following matters:

• Annual plans and reports of the Association
• Enactment and amendment of the Constitution
• Other matters submitted to the General Assembly

The financial resources of the Association shall be derived from the following sources:

• Annual membership fees
• Revenue from academic conferences and related events
• Income from journal publication and advertisements
• Research grants and academic project funding
• Industry-academia collaboration income
• Donations and sponsorships
• Other sources of income

• Any operating surplus shall not be distributed to members and shall be used exclusively for the purposes of the Association.
• In the event of dissolution of the Association, any remaining assets shall be donated, upon resolution of the Executive Board, to the Korean Cerebrovascular Research Institute or to a comparable non-profit organization.

The assets of the Association shall be managed under the supervision of the President, and all funds shall be deposited and maintained in financial institutions under the name of the Association.

The budget of the Association shall be executed in accordance with the budget approved by the Executive Board.

The fiscal year of the Association shall commence on January 1 and end on December 31 of each year.

Matters necessary for the implementation of this Constitution shall be prescribed in separate bylaws.

Additional regulations necessary for the administration of the Association shall be established following review by the Steering Committee, and such regulations shall remain within the scope of this Constitution.

The Association may establish committees as necessary for the efficient conduct of its activities, upon review by the Steering Committee. The composition and operation of such committees shall be prescribed separately.

Matters not specified in this Constitution shall be governed by applicable laws and generally accepted practices.

This Constitution shall take effect on the date of its promulgation.