Researcher from the Department of Biochemistry and Biotechnology Olha Strilbytska Recognised Among the Laureates of the “Young Scientist of the Year 2026” Competition

On 11 November 2026, Olha Strilbytska, a researcher at the Department of Biochemistry and Biotechnology of Vasyl Stefanyk Carpathian National University, attended the award ceremony honouring the laureates of the annual “Young Scientist of the Year 2026” competition, held in Kyiv.
Based on the evaluation of research achievements submitted to the National Researcher System of Ukraine, Olha Strilbytska was named a laureate in Category No. 6, “Biology, Biotechnology, Medicine and Rehabilitation”, achieving second place.
Following the award ceremony, the International Forum of Young Scientists’ Councils, “Youth Science for the Future 2026”, took place. The forum brought together early-career researchers, representatives of young scientists’ councils from Ukraine and other countries, government officials, business representatives and international partners. It provided a platform for discussing the role of early-career researchers in advancing science, strengthening international cooperation, supporting research initiatives and promoting the practical application of scientific developments.
The event was organised as part of the project “Emergency Support for Ukrainian Scientists through the Implementation of Priority Actions under the UNESCO Science Action Plan”, funded by the Government of Flanders.
Congratulations to Olha Strilbytska on this important recognition of her research achievements! We wish her continued professional success, new research discoveries, fruitful international collaborations and inspiration to contribute to the advancement of Ukrainian science.