UNITING AND EXPANDING SCIENTIFIC INTERESTS FOR ALL IN ILLINOIS AND BEYOND​

Illinois State Academy of Science – since 1907

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Welcome

Our mission, from our founding in 1907, has been the promotion of scientific research, the diffusion of scientific knowledge, and the unification of scientific interests in Illinois. Beginning in 1907, we have held our annual meeting at varying locations around the state every year since. In addition, our refereed journal, Transactions, has been published continuously since its inaugural first volume in 1908.

Incorporated in our principles is a strong commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusion.

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COMING SOON!

2026 ANNUAL MEETING – April 18, 2025

At the Peoria Marriott Pere Marquette in Peoria, Illinois

Hosted by the Illinois Junior Academy of Science – our new partner is expanding the study of science in Illinois

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Departments

Agriculture
Anthropology and Archaeology
Cell, Molecular, and Developmental Biology
Chemistry and Biochemistry
Computer Science
Earth Science
Engineering and Technology
Environmental Science
Health Sciences
Microbiology
Physics, Mathematics, and Astronomy
Plant Biology
STEM Education
Zoology
Illinois Junior Academy of Science

KEY CONTACTS​

Gopal R Periyannan
President
grperiyannan@eiu.edu
Tere North
Communications Director​
teren1956@gmail.com
Susan Meiers
Editor of Transactions
ST-Meiers@wiu.edu
Aparna Kapale
Executive Secretary
isasexecutivesecretary@gmail.com
Emily Dawson
VP 2026 Annual Meeting
emily.dawson77@gmail.com