On 29 May 2009, Turkey Science Centers Foundation hosted NAMES Board of Directors (BoD) at the Şişly Municipality Science Center in Istanbul. The BoD reviewed the outcomes of the 1st General Assembly Meeting, NAMES 2008, and started planning the 2nd General Assembly Meeting, NAMES 2010. The BoD decided on “Science for Knowledge and Prosperity” as a theme; they also discussed potential subthemes: “New Technology”, “Life Sciences”, and “Sustainable Development”. The BoD also discussed potential joint projects and exchanged information regarding best practices among the members. NAMES Secretary also presented the new network website.