Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences

The Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences (KNAW) is an organization that brings together top Dutch researchers and scholars across various fields. Its main goal is to promote scientific and scholarly excellence, advise the government on science policy, and foster collaboration among researchers. KNAW supports academic research, manages important scientific collections, and recognizes outstanding contributions to knowledge. It also plays a key role in advancing Dutch science nationally and internationally, serving as a platform for innovation, education, and the dissemination of scientific knowledge.