What is a Young Academy?

A Young Academy (YA) is an academic organization typically formed by young scientists and scholars at the beginning of their independent careers who have been selected for the excellence of their research impact and commitment to service….Young Academies typically work as the voice of young scientists for the advancement of issues important to young scientists. This can include for example science education or the dialog between science and society. Most Young Academies are affiliated with a senior Academy of Sciences.

From the Global Young Academy Website

Learn more about the Young Academies Movement:

• Global Young Academy Website
• The Young Academy Movement: 2011 Science Editorial by Bruce Alberts
• Cultivating Young Academies: 2010 Science Editorial by Volker ter Meulen and Gunter Stock
• Empowering Young Scientists: 2010 Science Editorial by Tilman Bruck et al.

 

Video: Eva Alisic’s iBiology Talk on the Global Young Academy

 

Video: 2015 Talk at the Swedish Young Academy