Belarusian scientists encouraged to pass on best school of thought traditions to youth

Scientists should help young talents, should set an example and should pass on traditions of the best schools of thoughts that have already won recognition. Belarus President Alexander Lukashenko made the statement at the ceremony held on 24 March to present certificates of doctors of science and professors to research workers and pedagogues, BelTA has learned.

The head of state drew attention to the fact that the year 2015 had been declared the Year of Youth. “The state youth policy has already provided a positive influence on the situation in science,” said Alexander Lukashenko. “Young researchers constitute 25% of the total number of scientists. Young talented scientists are constantly supported. Over 500 people were granted scholarships of the President of the Republic of Belarus in 2010-2015.”

Addressing Belarusian researchers, Alexander Lukashenko stressed that the majority of them are involved in teaching in addition to researching. “You have the demanding challenge of training and educating the young generation of scientists. They are our future and you just have to help young talents,” said Alexander Lukashenko. “Young Belarusians are capable of generating new ideas yet they need wise guidance on the part of more experienced people.”

The head of state remarked that he was pleased to see young doctors of science in the hall. “You have to agree that making a tangible contribution to science at an age below 40 is a good example for the younger generation,” believes the President. “Thanks to tireless labor you have won recognition, respect, and priority not only in your collectives but the scientific community as a whole.”

Alexander Lukashenko said it was possible that those present during the ceremony might get certificates of corresponding members and academicians of the National Academy of Sciences of Belarus in the future.