The National Academy of Exact, Physical and Natural Sciences (Academia Nacional de Ciencias Exactas, Físicas y Naturales, ANCEFN) was established in 1874 to promote science in Argentina and honour scientists primarily through their election as full voting members. At present, the Academy has 33 full voting members, 29 corresponding national members, 59 corresponding foreign members, and 6 honorary members.The Academy bestows awards to scientists for their distinguished contributions in diverse areas of science and technology and has exchange programmes with academies, societies, and learned bodies in several countries. The Academy publishes journals and reports and recognizes young scientists through an awards scheme, and arranges seminars and symposia. The Academy also grants fellowships to university students. President: Professor Eduardo Charreau Vice President: Dr. Raúl A. Lopardo Foreign Secretary/Secretary General: Dr. Jorge V. Crisci (SG) IAP Contact Person: Dr. Mariano Fernández Alt Administrative Secretary