About the North Carolina Academy of Science
The objective of the North Carolina Academy of Science is to "encourage the advancement of science within the state of North Carolina by promotion of scientific research and by the fostering of education in the sciences." The North Carolina Academy of Science meets these objectives by
- Publishing a peer reviewed scholarly journal the Journal of the North Carolina Academy of Science.
- Fostering and encouraging student involvement in the sciences through support of the Collegiate (CANCAS) and Student Academies (NCSAS).
- Promoting interactions among scientists and students throughout North Carolina.
- Providing a forum for exchange of ideas for solving issues important to North Carolina.
The Academy is managed by a Board of Directors composed of elected and appointed members.
The Academy is supported primarily by individuals, institutional, and corporate membership dues and donations ( JOIN NOW ).
