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

2025/05/23

Statement of Hungarian Young Academy on the activity of Hungarian Academy of Sciences concerning young researchers

HYA has issued a statement on its relation to MTA.

2025/05/29

Young Academy of Europe elects István Gábor Hatvani among its members

István Gábor Hatvani, 2025 alumnus of the Hungarian Young Academy, has been admitted to the Young Academy of Europe.

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.

2025/05/14

HYA representation at Fair Academy event in Bratislava

The Hungarian Young Academy was represented by HYA member Veronika Barta at a Fair Academy panel discussion on the status of women researchers held on 13 May 2025 in Bratislava.

2025/05/12

Young researchers of Slovenian Academy of Legal Studies received by HYA representatives

The Hungarian Young Academy continues to strengthen its international network.

2025/05/09

Traditions continued: HYA held its annual General Assembly in May

In the afternoon of 9 May 2025, the 9th Young Researchers’ Forum was followed by an upbeat General Assembly. See our report with photos.

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.

2025/05/01

New board elected at Hungarian Young Academy

From 1 May 2025, a new board will continue to represent the interests of early-career researchers. Bernadette Kun, psychologist has been elected as incoming co-chair of the organisation.

2025/05/01

Twelve new members to join and twelve alumni to leave Hungarian Young Academy

The Hungarian Young Academy has announced the list of its newly admitted members while bidding farewell to its members having completed their five-year mandate.

2025/04/09

Statement of the Hungarian Young Academy regarding the promised pay rise for the employees of the HUN-REN that has not materialized

We, the undersigned members of the Hungarian Young Academy wish to express our solidarity with all those young researchers employed by the Hungarian Research Network (HUN-REN) who, despite their expectations and all preliminary information received, could not benefit from an increase of basic salaries as of 1 April 2025. Nevertheless, we hope that in accordance with the open letter of the HUN-REN leadership dated 31 March 2025, the pay rise will be implemented later on this year and with retroactive effect, albeit at a later date.