Hungarian Young Academy
The aim of the Hungarian Young Academy is to be the voice of young researchers, representing the interests of their community both in Hungary and abroad. A grassroots scholarly society operating in accordance with the public duties of the Hungarian Academy of Sciences, the Hungarian Young Academy held its inaugural meeting on 7 May 2019. Through its activities, HYA seeks to support the professional development of young researchers and strengthen the relationship between researchers and society. HYA participates in the scientific activities of the Hungarian Academy of Sciences in close cooperation with the Academy’s various bodies.
Latest news
HYA plays a key role in joint survey on the situation of researchers in Hungary in cooperation with Hungarian Academy of Sciences
After a year of preparatory work, the Hungarian Academy of Sciences and the Hungarian Young Academy have reached out to more than 40,000 researchers in Hungary or linked to Hungary with a questionnaire, asking them to assess the situation, level of satisfaction and problems of researchers. The deadline for completion is 30 June 2025.
2025/06/13
Young Researchers’ Community established at University of Pannonia
The Hungarian Young Academy welcomes the initiative proposed and now implemented by HYA members affiliated with the University of Pannonia, which will further reinforce the Hungarian Young Academy at the grassroots, as well as the advocacy of young researchers’ interests.
2025/05/15
On the dark side of research careers: Perfectionism and the impostor syndrome
On 22 May 2025, the Hungarian Young Academy is hosting the next edition of the “mental well-being” series. The invited lecturers of the online event will be psychologists Dr. Tímea Olajos and Noémi Oláh.
2025/05/14
National Research, Development and Innovation Office offers online workshop in English about Marie Skłodowska-Curie Postdoctoral Fellowships
This year again, the National Research, Development and Innovation Office is organising an online workshop about Marie Skłodowska-Curie Postdoctoral Fellowships (MSCA PF) in cooperation with HYA and ELTE.
2025/05/09
Young researchers and science communication: Success of 9th edition of Young Researchers’ Forum
In line with tradition, the Hungarian Young Academy organised the Young Researchers’ Forum on 9 May 2025, for the ninth time, in conjunction with the General Assembly of the Hungarian Academy of Sciences. This year’s event focused on science communication.
2025/05/05
Challenges and opportunities of a research career – Roundtable discussion for secondary school students with two HYA members
A highly successful roundtable discussion was held in Szeged with the involvement of HYA members for secondary school students about the everyday life of researchers, encouraging them to opt for a scientific career.