Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine Prize named after Ihor Yukhnovskyi

The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine Prize named after Ihor Yukhnovskyi is an annual national award granted to young scientists for significant results of fundamental and/or applied research and scientific-technical (experimental) developments. Up to 50 prizes are awarded each year, including up to five prizes for works containing information classified as state secret. Works may be single-author or co-authored (up to four authors) and must demonstrate substantial scientific contribution and recognized impact.

Up to 50 prizes awarded for 2027, including up to five prizes for works containing state secret.

Citizens of Ukraine who, as of 2027-03-01, are classified as young scientists under the Law of Ukraine 'On Scientific and Scientific-Technical Activity' and who have completed scientific (scientific-technical) work with significant scientific achievements based on fundamental and/or applied research or experimental developments.

Works are nominated by a research institution, higher education institution or other legal entity with an established Scientific Council. The nominating entity must announce a public expert discussion of the work (no later than 2026-10-01) and the Scientific Council submits required documents after the discussion (no later than 2027-02-01).