The Royal Scientific Society (RSS) is Jordan’s largest applied research institution and one of the Middle East’s leading scientific, engineering, and technological organizations. Established in 1970 under the patronage of the late His Majesty King Hussein bin Talal, the Society operates as an independent, non-profit institution dedicated to advancing scientific research, innovation, technology, quality, sustainability, and economic development. Headquartered in Amman, the RSS serves government institutions, private companies, universities, entrepreneurs, international organizations, and the wider community through research, testing, certification, engineering consultancy, technical services, and capacity-building programs.
The Royal Scientific Society conducts applied scientific research across a broad range of disciplines, including renewable energy, water resources, environmental protection, industrial technology, engineering, information technology, smart cities, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, food safety, healthcare technologies, and sustainable development. The Society also provides accredited laboratory testing, calibration, inspection, product certification, engineering consultancy, industrial support, environmental assessments, energy audits, and technical training, helping both public and private sector organizations improve quality, innovation, and competitiveness.
As Jordan’s national center of excellence for applied science and technology, the RSS operates numerous specialized research centers, accredited laboratories, innovation hubs, business incubators, and technical departments. It also hosts the National Energy Research Center (NERC), the National Center for Cyber Security, and several internationally accredited laboratories that provide testing and certification services according to global standards. Through partnerships with universities, research institutions, government agencies, and international organizations, the Society supports scientific advancement, technology transfer, entrepreneurship, and industrial modernization.
The Royal Scientific Society is headed by its President, who oversees the Society’s strategic direction, research activities, innovation programs, international cooperation, and institutional development. Working closely with government entities, industry leaders, academic institutions, and global scientific organizations, the RSS continues to strengthen Jordan’s research capabilities while promoting knowledge-based economic growth, digital transformation, clean energy, environmental sustainability, and technological innovation.
Today, the Royal Scientific Society plays a vital role in supporting Jordan’s national development by transforming scientific research into practical solutions that benefit society, industry, and government. Through its commitment to excellence, innovation, quality assurance, and international collaboration, the RSS contributes significantly to economic competitiveness, environmental sustainability, technological advancement, and human capital development, making it one of Jordan’s most respected scientific and technical institutions.