BEN-MAAS aims to play a central role in Mesopotamian region ’s scientific life, similar to that played by national academies of sciences in many countries. The ultimate goals of the BEN-MAAS are to contribute directly to the growth, invigoration, and dissemination of the sciences in Mesopotamian Educational institutions, and to help in growing a world- class scientific culture that is both universal in its aspirations and responsive to the particular needs of the nation. The principal languages..