The Latvian Academy of Sciences, whose foundation meant recognition of the achievements of the Latvian scientists, is marking its first anniversary. Within a short time the Academy has become a big centre of science of the young Soviet Baltic Republic of Latvia. Among its members are well-known physician P Stradyn and microbiologist A Kirchenstein, who is the President of the Supreme Soviet of the Latvian Republic. Member of the Academy P Leinsh, a prominent authority in zoology and hygiene of animals has been elected President of the Academy. Photo shows, Academician P Leinsh, the President of the Latvian Academy of Sciences, Deputy of the Supreme Soviet of the USSR. October 1946 Supplied by; SCRSS - Society for Cooperation in Russian And Soviet Studies