Russia

The momentous changes that have occurred during the last few years and are still going on in Eastern Europe and the former Soviet Union are destined to have long-lasting effects on the political, economic and social conditions of a great part of the world. At a time when even the borders of these countries are evolving, it is difficult to expect due attention to be given to the present state and future development of science. However, if we have a longer and perhaps a more detached view of what is happening, then the future of science can be seen to be intimately connected with these changes. Societal developments in the short term serve to determine the present state and conditions for science and technology, but in a more distant perspective science itself is to become a crucial factor in the new liberal and democratic world-to-be.

Sustainable Development Goals:

Decent Work and Economic Growth