OUR ORGANISATION
The Academy
Joining PAS
Membership of the Pacific Academy of Sciences is a mark of distinction, recognising individuals who have made outstanding contributions to scientific knowledge and practice in the Pacific region. Our membership structure reflects the breadth and depth of Pacific scientific talent.
Foundation Fellows
Our 12 inaugural Foundation Fellows are distinguished scholars who were instrumental in establishing the Pacific Academy of Sciences. They represent the highest level of scientific achievement and leadership in the Pacific region, and their expertise spans a wide range of disciplines.
Elected Fellows
Elected Fellows are outstanding researchers who have made significant and sustained contributions to scientific knowledge in their field. They are elected by the Council based on their research excellence, leadership, and commitment to Pacific science.
Members
Members are active contributors to science, scholarship, and research in the Pacific region. Membership is open to individuals who are engaged in research, teaching, or other scientific activities that advance the Academy’s mission and values.
Pacific Futures
Pacific Futures is the Academy’s youth and emerging scholars programme, open to Pacific students, early career researchers, and young professionals who are passionate about science and its role in shaping the future of the Pacific region.