The All-Russian Award “For Fidelity to Science” is given annually for outstanding achievements in scientific communication, popularization of science and upholding the prestige of activity of scientists and engineers in the Russian Federation.
Held since 2015
Winners are awarded a statuette
in the shape of a
five-point star
in the shape of a
five-point star
Special prizes from the partners of the Award:
- Trip to the North Pole
- Trip to the spaceport
- Visit to the Irkut Corporation Engineering Center
- Trip to the North Pole
- Trip to the spaceport
- Visit to the Irkut Corporation Engineering Center
Financial prizes from the Art,
Science and Sport
Charitable Foundation.
Science and Sport
Charitable Foundation.
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AWARD OBJECTIVES
Popularization of science and achievements of Russian scientists
Informational support for scientists, ensuring their wide presence in the media field
Facilitation of communication between the journalistic and scientific communities
Support of modern forms of popularizing the value of discovery and the scientific work
Formation of a positive image of Russian science
Mission of the Award
Implementation of the tasks of the “Decade of Science and Technology” program: to inspire young talented students to participate in research and development, to increase availability of information about achievements of and outlook for Russian sciences, to deliver information about the importance of sciences in solving the big issues facing the country
Categories
Scientific Press Service of the Year category
Award in this category is given to the press service team of a university or a research organization that provides high-quality coverage of current science news for everyone, not just the professional community.
Science Journalist of the Year category
The award in this category is awarded to a professional journalist whose texts in the media become a source of not only reliable information but also inspiration for millions of people, awakening interest in science and stimulating intellectual curiosity.
Digital Content Author category
In this category, the award is presented to a talented author who has made a significant contribution to the popularization of science through the Internet and television
Recognition category
This award honors outstanding individuals who have, over the years, made significant contributions to the popularization of science and have become iconic figures for many of us. Their lifelong work not only enhances scientific literacy but also cultivates a positive attitude toward science.
Russian Science for the World category (in honor of Konstantin Ciolkovskij)
This award is presented to a scientific and educational international project that promotes Russian science and higher education abroad, breaking down stereotypes and creating an accurate representation of the achievements of Russian scientists on the global stage.
Working with Experience: Defending Historical Truth category
The award in this category is presented to an educational project aimed at preserving and popularizing reliable historical knowledge about outstanding Russian researchers, discoverers, political and public figures who contributed to the scientific and technological development of Russia.
Khristofor Ledentsov Special Award category
This award is given for the significant contribution by private businesses and state corporations to the popularization of science and technology, as well as for the active engagement of young people in the scientific and technological sphere.
Daniil Granin Special Award category
Named in honor of the renowned Russian writer and public figure Daniil Aleksandrovich Granin, who devoted much of his work to telling the stories of Russian scientists and inventors, this award is given for outstanding projects that create an artistic portrayal of scientists across various media formats.
Science for Children category
This award is given to a project that effectively popularizes science and technology among children and adolescents in any format, making complex scientific concepts accessible and engaging for them.
Stages of the competition
September 6 –
September 27
September 27
Collection of applications
September 28 –
September 29
September 29
Formal screening
September 30 -
October 9
October 9
Conducting the first round
October 10 -
October 11
October 11
Summarizing the results of the first round voting, publication of shortlists
October 12 -
October 21
October 21
Holding of the second round, approval of award laureates and diploma holders
October 28
Gala Award Ceremony
ORGANIZING COMMITTEE
Of the 10th All-Russian Award “For Fidelity to Science”
The Expert Board
Of the 10th All-Russian Award “For Fidelity to Science”