Ahead of Russian Science Day, Vladimir Putin will present the 2024 Presidential Prizes in Science and Innovation for Young Scientists.
This year’s winners include: Natalya Cherkashina, DSc (Engineering Science), for developing radiation shielding composites for space applications, Yelena Korochkina, DSc (Veterinary Medicine), for developing innovative methods for unlocking genetic and reproductive potential in livestock farming, and Vadim Popkov and Kirill Martinson, both hold a PhD degree in Chemical Science, for developing and implementing the technology to produce multicomponent ferrites and developing ferrite-based ceramic materials.
Established in 2008, the prize is awarded to young Russian researchers for making a significant contribution to developing domestic science and creating new equipment and technologies for promoting innovative social and economic development, as well as strengthening Russia’s defence capability.
On the same day, the President will hold, via videoconference, a meeting of the Presidential Council for Science and Education. The agenda includes ensuring a sufficient number of trained engineers for the priority areas of scientific and technological development.