RESEARCH AND YOUTH: MODERN APPROACHES AND PROMISING DIRECTIONS
Maftuna Rustamova
Republic of Uzbekistan, Bukhara region
Abstract:
This article analyzes the role of young people in scientific activity in modern society, its problems and solutions, as well as innovative approaches to the development of science. Practical proposals are made to increase interest in science among young people, motivate them, and realize their scientific potential.
Keywords:
Young scientists, scientific research, innovation, education, modern technologies, progress, encouragement.
Login:
The 21st century is the century of information, technology and science. The future of every society depends, first of all, on the knowledge, thinking and scientific potential of the younger generation. One of the priorities of the state policy towards youth in the Republic of Uzbekistan is to involve them in scientific activities and support young scientists.
Main part:
1. The need to increase young people’s interest in science
Today, scientific progress around the world is developing at an unprecedented pace. However, most young people are not pursuing scientific activities, but rather pursuing practical, profitable fields. This is especially noticeable in the technical and natural sciences.
The following are being implemented in Uzbekistan to address this problem:
The activities of the Youth Academy and Councils of Young Scientists are being strengthened;
The number of scientific competitions and grants is increasing;
International conferences and internships are being organized.
2. Science and innovation: an integrated approach
Today’s youth are not only creating theoretical knowledge, but also creating practical results through innovative, startup projects. For example, scientific developments in the fields of IT, biotechnology, artificial intelligence, and ecology are not only generating scientific articles, but also bringing economic benefits.
The following are important:
Developing STEM education;
Increasing digital literacy;
Promoting scientific thinking among young people.
3. Obstacles to scientific activity and their elimination
The main obstacles faced by young people in their scientific research are:
Lack of sufficient academic mentors;
Poor scientific article writing skills;
Limited financial resources.
Suggestions:
Establishing a “Youth Science Club” at each university;
Free seminars on writing scientific articles;
Organizing a “Young Scientists Forum” at least once a year.
4. The future of science is in the hands of young people
Today’s young generation is growing up with the internet, artificial intelligence, and digital technologies. For them, science is not just about the laboratory, but also about knowledge exchange on the global network, online courses, and international cooperation.
For example, access to platforms such as Google Scholar, ResearchGate, and Scopus is helping to unlock the scientific potential of young people.
Conclusion:
Arousing young people’s interest in science is the task not only of the state, but also of every teacher, scientific supervisor, and parent. Scientific progress begins with young people and is strengthened through their research. The bright future of our country is certainly in the hands of knowledgeable and inquisitive young people.
References:
Resolutions and decrees of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan ( www.lex.uz )
UNESCO Youth and Science Global Report, 2023
Google Scholar article database
“Youth and Scientific Research” – National University of Uzbekistan Publication, 2024
Maftuna Rustamova, Bukhara region, Jondor district, Secondary school number 30, 9th grade student