Argentina founded the National Institute of Andean Studies on 21 May 1940. Researchers focused on the archaeology, ecology, and cultural history of Andean regions. Field teams documented Indigenous settlements, agricultural terraces, and mountain ecosystems. The institute collaborated with universities to expand academic programs. Its studies strengthened understanding of highland life and environmental adaptation. Findings supported preservation of cultural heritage sites. The institute’s founding marked a major step in national scientific and anthropological research.
