Welcome to NSIS.


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The Nova Scotian Institute of Science (NSIS) was founded in 1862 and is one of the oldest learned societies in Canada. Monthly NSIS gatherings provide a meeting place for scientists and those interested in science. The NSIS facilitates communication among scientists, technologists, educators, administrators, and the community through its public lecture series, discussion panels, its scientific society journal, and other fun scientific initiatives (e.g., a yearly writing competition for post-secondary students). Representation and promotion of science has never been more relevant and important, the pace of discovery and innovation is fast and global challenges depend on scientific understanding and advancement. We encourage anyone with an interest in science to reach out and become an NSIS member today!


Jillian Phillips
2024/25 NSIS President
Manager of Science Education at Discovery Centre

 

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MEMBERS

Promoting Science In Nova Scotia By:



Presenting

Free monthly public talks on science topics


Lectures

Publishing

A scholarly journal called
Proceedings of the NSIS


Publications

Promoting

Helping students develop science communication skills via competitions 


For Students


Hosting

NSIS events, such as field-trips/excursions, take place in the Nova Scotian community


News & Events

Providing

We provide a mentorship
program for students


Initiatives

Maintaining

A library of journals from other scientific societies are available through our archives


Library

Member Highlights.



Tamara Franz-Odendaal

Past President & Lifetime Member

Professor, Dept. of Biology Mount Saint Vincent University

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Arthur B Mcdonald

Honorary Member

Arthur B. McDonald was made an Honorary Member in 2016 in recognition of his conspicuous contributions to the advancement of science in Canada and internationally.  He was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics in 2015.

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Abraham P. Gesner

Hall Of Fame Member

Gesner’s best known invention was carried out at Albert, New Brunswick in 1846 when he extracted kerosene from coal. He obtained a United States Patent for Kerosene in 1853.

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Become A Member.

Membership in the Institute is open to anyone with a personal or professional interest in science.



Gift A Membership

Types of Membership
Regular Member ($40/Year)
Student Member ($10/Year)
Life Member ($300 one-time)
Institutional Member ($30/Year)

Membership
Pay by Cheque or Bank Transfer.  See Membership and Donations.