In 1939, the Government of Peru, considering that the academy was called to assume a guiding role in national activities, and the high scientific and cultural values it embodied, awarded official recognizition. In 1966 the academy name was modified to National Academy of Sciences of Peru with the main role to perform advisory functions at the Government´s request, in matters related to its expertise.
The NAS of Peru has a maximum of 40 fellows. Plans are underway to amend the statutes and introduce the category of senior academician.

President:
Professor Alberto Giesecke Matto

IAP Contact Person:
Dr. Cesar Carranza, Secretary ANC

Additional Information: Joined IAP in October 2001.