MINSK, 6 February (BelTA) - Scientists from Belarus and Russia are developing innovations to enhance the lifespan of spacecraft, Chairman of the Presidium of the National Academy of Sciences of Belarus (NASB) Vladimir Karanik told the media prior to a NASB meeting to discuss the Union State programs, BelTA has learned.
“Today, we are taking stock of the programs in 2025 and discussing prospects for 2026–2030. I can say that we approached this meeting with strong results. Currently, we are running the Union State programs focusing on the most pressing issues in scientific, technological, and innovative activities. These include microelectronics and photonics, space exploration research, and biotechnology. While concrete hardware products for space research, microelectronics, and photonics have already been launched into orbit, the Union-Biomembranes program is expected to yield significant achievements in medicine and other fields," Vladimir Karanik emphasized.
“In terms of plans, we aim to develop new materials and components that will extend the operational life of spacecraft and create domestic components and equipment for microelectronics. This will enhance the level of technological sovereignty for both Belarus and Russia. Biotechnology in medicine and agriculture is also a priority, focusing on both safeguarding human health and ensuring food security.”
“Today, we are taking stock of the programs in 2025 and discussing prospects for 2026–2030. I can say that we approached this meeting with strong results. Currently, we are running the Union State programs focusing on the most pressing issues in scientific, technological, and innovative activities. These include microelectronics and photonics, space exploration research, and biotechnology. While concrete hardware products for space research, microelectronics, and photonics have already been launched into orbit, the Union-Biomembranes program is expected to yield significant achievements in medicine and other fields," Vladimir Karanik emphasized.
“In terms of plans, we aim to develop new materials and components that will extend the operational life of spacecraft and create domestic components and equipment for microelectronics. This will enhance the level of technological sovereignty for both Belarus and Russia. Biotechnology in medicine and agriculture is also a priority, focusing on both safeguarding human health and ensuring food security.”
State Secretary of the Union State of Belarus and Russia Sergey Glazyev noted that the meeting was dedicated to monitoring the progress in the Union State's programs in science and technology. “A strategy for scientific and technological cooperation is being implemented within the Union State, and these programs are part of this work. The National Academy of Sciences of Belarus is our partner in this endeavor, and we consistently rely on the expert opinions of our Belarusian colleagues,” he emphasized.
The meeting is set to review the results of the programs and activities, the utilization of the Union State's budgetary funds in 2025, and examine the preparations for matters planned to be submitted to the Union State's Council of Ministers in 2026. The meeting is attended by representatives from Belarusian ministries and agencies - the state customers of the Union State's programs and initiatives.
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