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USSR Academy of Sciences

The USSR Academy of Sciences was the highest scientific institution in the Soviet Union, established in 1724. It played a vital role in promoting research and education across various fields, including physics, chemistry, biology, and social sciences. The Academy brought together leading scholars and conducted significant research that contributed to the Soviet Union’s advancements in technology and science. It also facilitated collaboration between scientists and the government. After the Soviet Union dissolved in 1991, the Academy's functions were transformed into the Russian Academy of Sciences, continuing its legacy in scientific inquiry in modern Russia.