President meets with persons in charge of Young Scientists Support Program

President Serzh Sargsyan today held a meeting with young scientists at the RA National Academy of Sciences. The persons in charge of the Young Scientists Support Program (YSSP) introduced the Armenian President to the results achieved during the period from July 2013 to February 2015, as well as to the current works and the upcoming programs.

The report included the seven main dimensions of the YSSP – provision of financial assistance for young scientists’ international scientific missions, provision of financial assistance for young scientists to organize symposiums, schools, seminars, provision of research grants, provision of financial assistance for young scientists to publish their books, provision of financial assistance for young scientists to acquire research devices and materials, provision of financial assistance for young scientists to publish their research articles in highly influential periodicals and organization of an awards ceremony.

In his remarks to the young scientists, Serzh Sargsyan attached importance to the works implemented, underscored that the state will continue to support science, including young scientists, and to encourage engaging in science as much as possible, to boost science in our country without which, according to the President, it is impossible to imagine how Armenia will develop. Serzh Sargsyan noted that it is important for young scientists to have the state’s undivided attention and care which will gradually increase as the country is expanding its abilities.

The President placed value on his regular meetings with young men and on discussions pertaining to science issues and development prospects, which are targeted at rendering the ongoing programs and public policy in this area more effective.

The President also answered the questions of the participants.

Prior to listening to the report of the young scientists, the President watched an exhibition at the National Academy of Sciences, displaying the activities of the YSSP beneficiaries.