The Young Academy of Sweden takes part in the research policy debate through opinion pieces, seminars and consultation responses. We want Sweden to remain an attractive place for research. As a voice for researchers at the beginning or midpoint of their careers, we contribute the experiences and perspectives unique to a new generation of research leaders.
Members of the Young Academy with the Speaker of the Riksdag, Andreas Norlén. Photo: Young Academy of Sweden
For researchers and universities to deliver the best possible research, they must be independent and autonomous. The Young Academy of Sweden believes that academic freedom should be fully protected by the constitution.
High-quality research is essential for society to meet the challenges it faces. The Young Academy of Sweden holds that excellent and sustainable research requires clear career paths and opportunities for researcher mobility.
For research to reach its full potential, collaboration between academia and the wider society is essential. The Young Academy of Sweden believes that decision-makers at all levels share a responsibility to enable researchers’ engagement with society.
Young Academy of Sweden has a standing Research policy working group, with one or more members appointed each year to serve as convenors. The convenors also act as research policy spokespersons and lead much of the Academy’s work on public statements. The group includes a secretary from the Academy’s secretariat.
The Young Academy of Sweden takes part in the research policy debate through consultation responses and input on government bills, inquiries and policy papers. We also write opinion pieces, organise events and carry out independent studies.
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The Young Academy of Sweden runs a network programme together with the Society of Members of Parliament and Researchers (Rifo). The programme gives researchers insight into the realities of politics, while Members of Parliament gain access to current research. One aim is to build lasting relationships and open channels between research and politics.
Researchers and Members of Parliament gathered at the Riksdag for the 2025/26 network programme.
As a member, you will have access to a platform where a selection of Sweden’s foremost younger research leaders convene to discuss and address issues broadly pertaining to research and science.
The work of the Young Academy of Sweden is based on support from funders who want to strengthen young researchers and the impact of research. Support for the academy gives a stronger voice and greater opportunities for new academic leaders to emerge.
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