The Lithuanian Academy of Sciences (Lietuvos mokslų akademija) was founded on 16 January 1941. The Academy is guided by its Charter, which is ratified by the Seimas of the Republic of Lithuania, and other legal acts. The Lithuanian Academy of Sciences brings together the most distinguished Lithuanian and foreign scientists whose academic interests and activities are related to Lithuania. The Academy is an independent expert and consultant of the Seimas, the Government, and its agencies on research and higher education, culture, social development, economy, environmental protection, health care, technology, and other issues.
The Academy is implementing collaboration agreements with 26 foreign academies and other research centres. The Academy is the founder of the Wróblewski Library; it publishes research proceedings, academic journals, and informational publications.
