In terms of the Academy of Science of South Africa Act, Act 67 of 2001, the amendments correct the references to the designation of the portfolio of the Minister, effect certain other technical corrections and provide a definition for the member of the academy. Provision is also made for the manner in which the chairperson of the council, vice president, treasurer and general secretary of the academy are elected. They further provide for the term of office of the council and for the appeal on termination of membership of the council.