Sirius: The V Young Scientists Congress is set to take place from 26th to 28th November on the Sirius Federal Territory, Russia, with more than 5,500 applications submitted so far, including from 70 foreign countries.

According to Emirates News Agency, the Congress serves as the central annual event of the Decade of Science and Technology in Russia, a campaign announced by President Vladimir Putin. This significant gathering will unite young scientists, engineers, competition winners, grant recipients, students, and schoolchildren from Russia and beyond, alongside business and state corporation representatives.

This year's programme is particularly notable as it coincides with the 80th anniversary of Russia's nuclear industry. Sessions will focus on energy and the role of science in advancing this critical sector. Anton Kobyakov, Adviser to the President of the Russian Federation and Head of the Working Group on the Preparation and Holding of the Congress, highlighted the discussions at the Congress, which will cover not only achievements in energy but also the energy of knowledge and cooperation necessary for developing science both nationally and internationally.

The event is structured around four main tracks: "Major challenges: the impetus of the development," "Decade of science and technology initiatives: energy of generations," "Future potential: personnel, tools, and infrastructure," and "Interaction fields: international cooperation." For the first time, the Congress will feature a feedback format in its business section, enabling young scientists to pose questions directly to government officials, business leaders, and heads of major research and educational institutions.

Additionally, a new track titled "Constants of Science: Lectures by Leading Scientists" will debut, showcasing lectures from laureates of the State Prize of the Russian Federation and other prestigious national science awards. The Congress will also host a children's science forum and a BRICS forum focusing on social and humanitarian research. This event follows the inaugural Young Scientists Congress held in 2021 in Sirius, which was a key event during the Year of Science and Technology in Russia.