History of Science Society

The History of Science Society is the world’s largest society dedicated to understanding science, technology, medicine, and their interactions with society in their historical context. Founded in 1924, it is the oldest such society. Through its publications and other activities, the Society provides scholars, decision makers and the public with historical perspectives on science, policy, and the potentials, achievements, and the limitations of basic and applied science.

Anyone may join the History of Science Society. Its members work in universities, colleges, and high-schools; in museums of science and technology; in government agencies; in archives, libraries, and foundations; in the medical, scientific, and engineering professions; and includes many interested amateurs. The Society is both a learned society and a professional association serving over 3,000 individual members and institutions around the world.