ON THE WORK OF THE PRESIDIUM OF THE RAS DURING THE REPORTING PERIOD <i>REPORT OF THE CHIEF SCIENTIFIC SECRETARY OF THE PRESIDIUM OF THE RAS</i> <i>ACADEMICIAN M.V. DUBINA</i>

During the reporting period, the Presidium of the Russian Academy of Sciences fully implemented the tasks assigned to the Academy of Sciences. Elections of the President of the Russian Academy of Sciences and a new composition of the Presidium of the Russian Academy of Sciences were held. Scheduled meetings were held in priority scientific areas, as well as those dedicated to important events in the scientific field. According to the order of the President of the Russian Federation, the St. Petersburg Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences was established. Large-scale work has been carried out within the framework of the state assignment approved by the Government of the Russian Federation. The Russian Academy of Sciences successfully interacted with federal state and executive authorities, subjects of the federation, educational, commercial and other organizations. The most important functions of the RAS were successfully implemented – coordination of fundamental and exploratory scientific research and expert activities. International scientific ties continue to be established and strengthened. Events aimed at popularizing science and attracting talented young people to the scientific community were held. Preparations are being actively made for the celebration in 2024 of the 300th anniversary of the Russian Academy of Sciences.