To recognize outstanding achievements in Science and Technology as well as provide meaningful incentives to those engaged in Scientific and Technological Researches (Presidential Decree 1003-A). - RECOGNITION FUNCTION
To advise the President and the Cabinet on matters related to Science and Technology (Executive Order No. 818). - ADVISORY FUNCTION
To engage in projects and programs designed to recognize outstanding achievements in science and to promote scientific productivity (Executive Order No. 818). - RECOGNITION FUNCTION
To embark on programs traditionally and internationally expected of an academy of science (Executive Order No. 818). - SCIENTIFIC LINKAGES FUNCTION