Kaiser Wilhelm Society
Kaiser Wilhelm Society
The Kaiser Wilhelm Society (Kaiser-Wilhelm-Gesellschaft) was a German scientific institution established in the early 20th century. The society was named after Kaiser Wilhelm II, the last German Emperor and King of Prussia.
Pronunciation
Kaiser Wilhelm Society: /ˈkaɪzər ˈvɪlhɛlm ˈsəʊsaɪəti/
Etymology
The term "Kaiser Wilhelm Society" is derived from the name of Kaiser Wilhelm II, who was the last German Emperor and King of Prussia. The word "Kaiser" is a German word meaning "emperor", "Wilhelm" is a German name, and "Society" translates to "Gesellschaft" in German.
Related Terms
- Max Planck Society: The successor organization to the Kaiser Wilhelm Society.
- Kaiser Wilhelm Institute: A term used for several scientific research institutions in Germany, funded by the Kaiser Wilhelm Society.
- Kaiser Wilhelm II: The last German Emperor and King of Prussia, after whom the society was named.
Overview
The Kaiser Wilhelm Society was established in 1911 with the aim of promoting the sciences in Germany through funding and supporting research projects. The society was funded by the German state and by donations from individuals, industries, and institutions. The society had a number of research institutions, known as Kaiser Wilhelm Institutes, which were dedicated to various fields of research including physics, chemistry, biology, and medicine.
During the Second World War, some of these institutes were involved in war-related research, including the development of weapons. After the war, the society was dissolved and its assets and institutes were taken over by the Max Planck Society, which continues the tradition of promoting scientific research in Germany.
The Kaiser Wilhelm Society played a significant role in the development of science in Germany and has left a lasting legacy in the form of the Max Planck Society and the many scientific discoveries and advancements that were made under its auspices.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Kaiser Wilhelm Society
- Wikipedia's article - Kaiser Wilhelm Society
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