Missouri Academy of Science

Missouri Academy of Science The purpose of the Academy is to foster public interest in scientific matters and promote cooperation between the scientific interests of Missouri.

Scientists of the State of Missouri organized in 1934 to form the Missouri Academy of Science. By April 6, 1934, a Constitution and By-Laws were prepared and on August 14, 1934, the organization was incorporated. The purposes of this Academy were presented in the fourth article of agreement as follows: This corporation is organized, not for profit but for the purposes of promoting the increase and

the diffusion of scientific spirit, and of promoting cooperation between the scientific interests of Missouri. It proposes to accomplish these purposes:

By holding meetings for the presentation of scientific papers embodying the results of original research, teaching experience, or other information of scientific interest. By fostering public interest in scientific matters, through open meetings, press releases, and in such other ways as seem feasible. By encouraging local scientific organizations in every possible way. By promoting acquaintance in harmonious relationships between scientists in Missouri, and among all who are interested in science. By supplying, so far as finances permit, a medium for the publication of results of original work, particularly those of special interest in this state. By concerning itself with legislation on scientific matters, and providing opportunity for discussion of such legislation. By working in any and all other ways which may prove feasible, for the advancement of science in Missouri. The Academy held its organizational meeting on April 13-14, 1934 with 250 people attending. At the December, 1934, meeting, more than 400 people registered and by May, 1935, there were approximately 750 members of the Academy. Statewide interest at a high level continued until activities made necessay by World War II caused disruption of Academy Affairs except for some activity in the College Section. Post-war revival of Academy activities started at a meeting on April 20, 1963 at Drury College. From the group of twelve persons who initiated the reactivation of the Academy in 1963, the membership has grown steadily to more than 800. Activities of the Academy have expanded to include the awarding of modest grants for projects proposed by high-school and college students, and to sponsor the establishment of a Junior Academy of Science. Since its reactivation in 1963, the Missouri Academy of Science has regularly held annual meetings at 16 different sites around the state. The refereed publication, the Transactions of the Missouri Academy of Science, has been published consistently since 1967. Six Occasional papers have also been released. Presently, 49 colleges and universities around the State of Missouri hold an Institutional Membership Status. Many industries and other private businesses are supporting the Academy with Corporate Memberships. Membership into the Academy is a year-round opportunity for everyone and runs from January 31 to December 31. Benefits include four quarterly newsletters, one annual Transactions, and annual meeting lower pre-registration fee. The Missouri Academy of Science is a non-profit organization and is supported solely by membership dues and donations. That is why we appreciate each new member and the current members who renew so faithfully each year. And it is because of their interest that the Academy continues its success as a fine scientific organization.

64th Annual MeetingMissouri Academy of ScienceCentral Methodist UniversityFayette, MOApril 16-17, 2027 Please mark your ...
08/31/2026

64th Annual Meeting
Missouri Academy of Science
Central Methodist University
Fayette, MO
April 16-17, 2027

Please mark your calendars for the annual meeting of the Missouri Academy of Science. This annual gathering provides an opportunity for professionals, faculty, graduate students, and undergraduate students across Missouri to share their research, exchange ideas, and connect with others in their fields.

The meeting is especially valuable for undergraduate students, many of whom may be participating in their first professional conference. Students will have the opportunity to meet peers from across the state and receive supportive, constructive feedback on their presentations and projects.

We strongly encourage all presenters to attend the full day of events, including both oral and poster sessions. The meeting offers an excellent opportunity to learn about interesting research, engage in meaningful discussion, and build professional connections within your discipline.

Presentations may be delivered in either in-person oral or poster format. A formal Call for Papers will be distributed once registration and abstract submission open, typically in late November or early December.

Please share this information with your colleagues and students, and visit the MAS website at www.moacademysci.org for additional details about the Missouri Academy of Science and the annual meeting. If you are not currently a MAS member, we hope you will consider joining. Membership information is available on the MAS website.

MAS member institutions with current dues paid receive two additional benefits:

Undergraduate students from those institutions may present without paying the registration fee.

The institution’s admissions department may receive a complimentary table, if desired, to recruit high school students on Friday and prospective graduate students on Saturday.

If you are unsure whether your institution is a current MAS member in good standing, we would be happy to help you confirm its membership status.

Feel free to contact one of us with any questions at [email protected] or [email protected].

Best regards,
Shayna Burchett and Tiger Gordon
MAS Senior Division Directors

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congratulations to Dr Daniel Pierce, and Mr. Christopher Bodine on their award of the Missouri Academy Scientists of the...
04/11/2026

congratulations to Dr Daniel Pierce, and Mr. Christopher Bodine on their award of the Missouri Academy Scientists of the Year and congratulations to Dr. Staria Vanderpool for being awarded Fellow of the Missouri Academy of Science. Both well deserved!


Thanks to Dr Pierce and Mr Bodine for a great plenary!
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Thanks to Dr Pierce and Mr Bodine for a great plenary!

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The 2026 Missouri academy of science is underway!

04/07/2026

Just 3 more days until we meet for the 2026 Missouri Academy of Science Conference at Missouri State! We look forward to seeing you there!

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