It is with great honour and a deep sense of responsibility that I welcome you to the official website of the Ghana Academy of Arts and Sciences (GAAS). As the premier learned society in Ghana, GAAS remains committed to advancing knowledge, fostering intellectual discourse, and driving impactful research that addresses national and global challenges.
As we embark on this new chapter, I aim to strengthen the Academy’s role as a beacon of scientific and scholarly excellence, ensuring our work remains relevant, innovative, and transformative. With a focus on collaboration, inclusivity, and thought leadership, we will continue to create a dynamic platform for scholars, policymakers, and the broader society to engage in meaningful discussions that shape the future of Ghana and beyond.
I encourage you to explore our rich array of programs, publications, and initiatives. Whether you are a researcher, student, policymaker, or knowledge enthusiast, GAAS offers a unique space for intellectual engagement and academic excellence.
Together, let us uphold the Academy’s legacy of scholarship, inspire the next generation, and harness the power of knowledge for sustainable development.
Welcome to GAAS – where knowledge meets impact!
Sincerely,
Emerita Professor Isabella Akyinbah Quakyi, FGA
President, Ghana Academy of Arts and Sciences (GAAS)
As the world celebrates International Day for Women and Girls in Science, we honour Professor Ewurama Addy, FGA, a pioneer whose commitment to scientific research, teaching, and mentoring changed the face of STEM in Ghana, as the globe commemorates the International Day of Women and Girls in Science. Generations of young women seeking professions in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) are still motivated by her contributions to biochemistry, public involvement, and support for women in science.
A distinguished Ghanaian immunologist and parasitologist, renowned for her groundbreaking contributions to malaria research and public health, Emerita Prof. Isabella…
The Ghana Academy of Arts and Sciences (GAAS) has been honoured for its exceptional contributions to national development, particularly in…
The Ghana Academy of Arts and Sciences (GAAS) has successfully concluded its two-year Higher Education Project with an international conference held on November 28-29, 2024, at its Kwame Nkrumah Auditorium in Accra. The project, funded by the Carnegie Corporation of New York with supplementary support from the Bank of Ghana brought together key stakeholders to address the challenges facing higher education in Africa. The theme for the conference was, “Transforming Universities for 21st Century Africa”.
Rev. Prof. Hans Adu-Dapaah, FGA, has called for the adoption of innovative approaches, including precision agriculture and the circular economy, as vital strategies to address Ghana’s agricultural challenges. Speaking during a two-day symposium, part of the Ghana Academy of Arts and Sciences (GAAS) yearly Founders’ Week celebrations, held on November 13, 2024, Prof. Adu-Dapaah highlighted the potential of these approaches. He emphasized how they could foster sustainable development, ensure food security, and protect the environment.
The Ghana Academy of Arts and Sciences (GAAS) inducted seven distinguished Ghanaian personalities into Fellowship on Tuesday, 12th November 2024, as part of its Founder’s Week Celebrations, which runs from 12th to 15th November 2024. These individuals were honoured for their outstanding contributions to the fields of Arts and Sciences.