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About the Russian Association for the Advancement of Science

Developing the country, creating the future

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Progress is born at the intersection of ideas.

The Russian Association for the Advancement of Science (RAAS) is a public platform that creates an environment for synergy between science, education, business, and government. We act as a catalyst for systemic change, turning scientific achievements into the foundation for technological sovereignty and sustainable national development.

Our mission is to make science a key driver of national development, providing conditions for realizing Russia’s intellectual potential and strengthening its leading position in the global science and technology landscape.

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Education

Business

Culture

Goals

Consolidation of the scientific community	Bringing together scientists, engineers, researchers, and educators to solve large‑scale interdisciplinary challenges
Popularization of science and education	Raising the prestige of scientific work, supporting creativity, and strengthening the system of training highly qualified personnel
Dissemination of expertise	Acting as an independent expert for government bodies on issues requiring scientific analysis
Support for innovation implementation	Creating mechanisms to introduce the results of scientific research into key sectors
Development of international scientific cooperation	Strengthening the position and reputation of Russian science worldwide by establishing strong ties with foreign organizations
Preservation and development of the scientific heritage	Continuing the traditions of the Russian scientific school, embodied in the work and principles of Academician E. P. Velikhov

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Founding History

22 November 2011 — Foundation of RAAS

The Association was initiated and first led by the outstanding scientist and academician of the Russian Academy of Sciences Evgeny Pavlovich Velikhov. His vision laid the core idea of RAAS: uniting citizens and public organizations to advance Russian science and shape national science and technology policy.

4 April 2025 — M. V. Kovalchuk elected Chairman of the Presidium

At a conference held at the National Research Center “Kurchatov Institute”, Mikhail Valentinovich Kovalchuk was elected Chairman of the Presidium of RAAS. In his speech, he emphasized: “We must use the opportunities offered by our Association as a complement to the major ongoing efforts to strengthen science in the country.”

Governance Structure

Mikhail V. Kovalchuk

Presidium Chairman

President of the NRC "Kurchatov Institute", Corresponding Member of the RAS

Executive Committee

Andrey Vladimirovich Nikolaenko

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The Russian Association for the Advancement of Science is open to those who share our goals and wish to actively contribute to the development of Russian science.

Who can become a member of RAAS:

Citizens of the Russian Federation and foreign citizens who are at least 18 years old.
Public associations (legal entities) that support the goals and objectives of the Association.

Steps to join:

Submit an application

Write a formal application
letter in the prescribed form.

Obtain recommendations

Prepare at least two written recommendations from current RAAS members.

Wait for a decision

Your candidacy will be reviewed by the RAAS
Presidium or a regional branch.

Rights:

participate in Association events and projects;
vote and be elected to governing bodies;
submit proposals for the development of the organization;
serve on the expert council.

Obligations:

comply with the RAAS Charter;
take part in achieving the Association’s goals and objectives;
refrain from actions that discredit the organization.

Membership in RAAS is voluntary. You may leave the organization at any time by submitting a written application. Ready to join?
Contact us to receive detailed information and application forms.

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