Translation guide
A national-level scholarly society for the sciences. In Japan, the primary equivalent is the Science Council of Japan (日本学術会議). The phrase can also refer to foreign academies, often translated literally.
Referring to the Japanese national academy of sciences, the Science Council of Japan
The official name of Japan's national academy of sciences, representing all fields of science.
日本学術会議は、科学に関する重要事項を審議する機関です。
The Science Council of Japan is an organization that deliberates on important matters related to science.
Referring to a national academy of sciences in another country
Pattern for many national academies, especially those modeled after the French or older systems. Replace [Country] with the country name.
フランス学士院は、学問の振興に貢献しています。
The French Academy of Sciences contributes to the advancement of learning.
Used for academies that use 'Academy of Sciences' in their English name, especially in Eastern Europe and Russia.
ロシア科学アカデミーは、長い歴史を持っています。
The Russian Academy of Sciences has a long history.
Specific translation for the U.S. National Academy of Sciences.
全米科学アカデミーは、政府に科学的助言を行います。
The U.S. National Academy of Sciences provides scientific advice to the government.
Describing a national academy of sciences in general terms
A generic term for a national academy of sciences, literally 'national science academy'.
多くの国に国立科学アカデミーが存在します。
Many countries have a national academy of sciences.
日本学士院 (The Japan Academy) is a separate honorary organization primarily for humanities and social sciences, though it includes some scientists. The Science Council of Japan (日本学術会議) is the broader representative body for all sciences.