Wikipedia's first sentence called it “jordanian applied research institution”. Today it says “independent non-governmental”.
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The opening as it read in 2025
Independent, not-for-profit multidisciplinary science institution The Royal Scientific Society ( RSS ) in Jordan is an independent non-governmental, not-for-profit multidisciplinary science institution established by royal charter. Founded in 1970 as a national organisation to actively advise and support the development of Jordan with sound technical and policy advice, and consultations. The RSS undertakes specialised and accredited testing, research work with local industries and universities, consultations for the private and public sectors, and works in partnership with regional and international organisations. Since its inception, the prime objectives of the RSS have been to protect human health and safety, to safeguard the environment, and to contribute to sustainable economic development. The RSS is the largest applied research institution in Jordan and a member of the International Science Council . In 2024 it had 500 staff.
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The opening as it stood in 2010
The Royal Scientific Society is a Jordanian applied research institution, consultation and technical service provider. With more than 600 members of staff it is the largest such institution in the country. The Society renders many services to Jordanian society and the region at large in its specialist fields.
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The Royal Scientific Society is a Jordanian applied research institution , consultation and technical service provider. With more than 600 members of staff it is the largest such institution in the country.
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The Royal Scientific Society (RSS) is an independent non-governmental, not-for-profit multidisciplinary science institution established by Royal Charter.Founded in 1970 as a national organisation to actively advise and support the development of Jordan with sound technical and policy advice, and consultations.The RSS undertakes specialised and accredited testing, research work with local industries and universities, consultations for the private and public sectors, and works in partnership with regional and international organisations.Since its inception as a national and independent organisation, the prime objectives of the RSS have been to protect human health and safety, to safeguard the environment, and to contribute to sustainable economic development.
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The opening as it stood on October 6, 2023
The Royal Scientific Society ( RSS ) is an independent non-governmental, not-for-profit multidisciplinary science institution established by royal charter. Founded in 1970 as a national organisation to actively advise and support the development of Jordan with sound technical and policy advice, and consultations. The RSS undertakes specialised and accredited testing, research work with local industries and universities, consultations for the private and public sectors, and works in partnership with regional and international organisations. Since its inception as a national and independent organisation, the prime objectives of the RSS have been to protect human health and safety, to safeguard the environment, and to contribute to sustainable economic development.
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Wikipedia's first sentence called it “jordanian applied research institution”. Today it says “independent non-governmental”. Read the current article and compare.
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jordanian applied research institution
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independent non-governmental
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