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
Roundtable discussion about future of Hungarian research network
On 11 June 2026, a roundtable discussion was held on the future of the Hungarian research network was held at the Palace of the Hungarian Academy of Sciences. The Hungarian Young Academy was represented by co-chair Bernadette Kun at the high-level meeting.
MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships 2026 – HYA Mentoring Programme call
The Hungarian Young Academy is launching a mentoring programme to support prospective applicants preparing proposals for the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions Postdoctoral Fellowships 2026 call.
2026/06/18
Rohan az idő, avagy 200 kilométer az MTA 200 éves jubileumáért
A LEGO MTA Székház megépítése után ismét egyedülálló programmal kapcsolódott a Fiatal Kutatók Akadémiája az MTA 200 éves fennállását ünneplő rendezvénysorozathoz: 2026. június 13–14-én összesen 200 kilométert futottak az FKA volt és jelenlegi tagjai a Pál-völgyi-barlang környékén.
2026/06/04
MTA200km Commemorative Relay by Hungarian Young Academy
To mark the 200th anniversary of the Hungarian Academy of Sciences (MTA), HYA members have taken on a special challenge: the completion of a 200-kilometre commemorative relay run. Come and root for the runners in the Pál-völgy Cave parking lot on 13-14 June!
2026/05/15
HYA’s conclusions concerning changed financial rules of NKKP STARTING grants
A HYA survey conducted among the 2025 winners of the NKKP STARTING grant programme suggests that the changed financial framework in the 2026 call for proposals could lead to a drastic decline in the number of young researchers in Hungary.
2026/05/14
Workshops on MSCA postdoctoral fellowships organised by NRDIO and HYA in English and Hungarian
The National Research, Development and Innovation Office and the Hungarian Young Academy are once again organising MSCA workshops on 27 and 28 May.
2026/05/11
10th edition of Young Researchers’ Forum attracts large audience
On 10 May 2026, the Young Researchers’ Forum was held for the 10th time under the title “The various facets of a research career: challenges and prospects”, followed by HYA’s ordinary General Assembly in the afternoon.
2026/05/04
Two HYA alumni and one current HYA member to receive Academic Award at MTA’s 200th General Assembly
This prestigious award is presented by the Presidium of the Hungarian Academy of Sciences to researchers or research groups engaged in scientific activities, in recognition of their outstanding research work and achievements.
