About Us

Who We Are

The Liberia Academy of Sciences (LAS) is currently Liberia’s only dedicated academy of sciences. Based in Monrovia, LAS is an independent, non-governmental, non-profit and non-political national learned society serving Liberia.

LAS brings together scientists, scholars, educators, professionals and institutional partners to promote scientific excellence, research, science education, public engagement and evidence-informed development.

LAS has a national scientific mission but is not a ministry, government agency, statutory regulator or degree-awarding university. Its national character refers to its countrywide mission, membership and service to Liberia.

The Academy is working to become Liberia’s apex independent learned society for science and a trusted national platform connecting Liberian expertise with Africa and the world.

• Scientific Excellence and Membership: LAS recognizes and connects scientists, scholars and professionals whose work contributes to scientific knowledge, education, innovation and national development.
• Research and Evidence: LAS initiates, supports and communicates research, country studies, policy analysis and interdisciplinary collaboration relevant to Liberia.
• Science Advice and Policy Dialogue: LAS provides an independent platform through which scientists and experts can contribute evidence, analysis and professional perspectives to public policy and national development.
• International Cooperation and Science Diplomacy: LAS builds partnerships with African and international academies, universities, research institutions and scientific organizations to connect Liberia with global knowledge and networks.
• Science Education and Public Engagement: LAS promotes science education, scientific literacy, researcher development and public engagement, with attention to students, educators and early-career professionals in Liberia.