The Norwegian Academy of Science and Letters is an institution that works in research and development, with a particular focus on interdisciplinary collaboration. The academy arranges lecture series and academic symposia, where researchers from various disciplines can share insights and experiences. One of the well-known activities is the Nansen memorial lecture, which honors the contributions of outstanding researchers.
The academy also participates in international research initiatives, such as the Lindau Nobel laureate meeting, and offers scientific advice and publishes research articles. In addition, they have celebrated 40 years with the VISTA programme, which has contributed to the development of research projects. Topics such as happiness research and social science are among the areas the academy explores, while at the same time they have a strong focus on preparedness and safety in research.