Paraguayan Scientific Society Celebrates 105 Years Of Advancing Knowledge And Research
Source: The Asuncion Times
For more than a century, the Paraguayan Scientific Society has shaped national research and intellectual development. On 9 January, the institution marked its 105th anniversary. The society remains one of the country’s oldest and most respected scientific organisations. Its legacy reflects a long-term commitment to education, innovation, and public knowledge.
A historic foundation in Paraguayan science
The Paraguayan Scientific Society was founded on 9 January 1921. The initiative came from Dr Andrés Barbero Crosa. Its original mission focused on promoting scientific development across Paraguay. From the beginning, it aimed to strengthen academic research and public understanding. Several prominent intellectuals supported the project. Among them were Arnoldo Winkelried Bertoni and Guillermo Tell Bertoni. Luis Migone, Manuel Domínguez, Pedro M. Rodríguez, and Rodolfo Ritter also contributed. Together, they built the foundations of a lasting national institution.
Since June 1921, the Society has published the Journal of the Paraguayan Scientific Society. The publication has never been interrupted. Today, it is considered the longest-running scientific journal in Paraguay. This continuity reflects institutional stability and academic credibility.
Cont'd.