Book 4, Title 0, Sec. 33The National Academy of Science and Technology shall be composed of outstanding scientists to serve as reservo

The National Academy of Science and Technology. - The National Academy of Science and Technology shall be composed of outstanding scientists to serve as reservoir of competent and technological manpower for the country. The total membership of the Academy shall not exceed fifty (50) at any one time; however, this number may be increased by a two-thirds vote of all the members and approval thereof by the President.

The Academy shall have its own Secretariat/Administrative staff and shall have the following functions; and powers:

(1) Provide its members the following benefits and privileges:

(a) free publications of scientific and technological works:

(b) travel support for attendance and participation in international conference; and

(c) such other incentives, financial or otherwise designed to promote a scientific and technological effort and achievement.

(2) Recommend annually for Presidential awards not more than ten (10) scientists for distinguished individual or collaborative achievement in science or technology who shall be accorded by the President the rank and title of "National Scientists." Said "National Scientists" shall each be given gratuity in such amount to be fixed by the Academy and entitled to other privileges as enjoyed by the National Artists.

(3) Engage in other projects and programs designed to recognize outstanding achievements in science to promote scientific productivity.