Every year on February 11, the global community marks the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, proclaimed by the United Nations General Assembly to promote full and equal access to and participation in science for women and girls.
Modern science is a key driver of technological progress, innovation, and sustainable development. Its advancement depends on diversity of thought, interdisciplinary collaboration, and equal opportunities. Women scientists make a substantial contribution to fundamental and applied research, engineering, IT, medicine, natural and social sciences, shaping new research directions and delivering impactful solutions.
For our Department, fostering gender equality in science and education is an integral part of academic culture. We are proud of our female faculty members, researchers, PhD candidates, and students who demonstrate high professional standards, actively participate in research projects, publish in peer-reviewed journals, and represent the University at national and international levels.
This day is not only an opportunity to celebrate the achievements of women in science, but also a reminder of the importance of building an inclusive academic environment that enables every individual to realize their full research potential.

We sincerely congratulate all women dedicated to scientific work and wish them continued inspiration, professional growth, and groundbreaking discoveries.

On December 14, Kharkiv National University of Radio Electronics hosted the career guidance event “NEXT GEN DAY: Your Route to the Profession of the Future.” Prospective students had the opportunity to explore the latest technological tools in laser and optoelectronic engineering and gain new, engaging knowledge in cutting-edge fields.
The demonstrations in optics, photonics, and optoelectronics drew particular interest, showcasing the practical applications of these technologies and their role in shaping the professions of the future. According to participants, the laser technology zone was recognized as one of the most impressive and educational areas of the event.

We extend our sincere gratitude to the event organizers, colleagues, and university leadership for creating the conditions to promote engineering and scientific fields and for the opportunity to convey to young people the importance of optics, photonics, and optoelectronics.

By the decision of the Supervisory Board of the Ukrainian Startup Fund (USF), Oleksandr Hnatenko, Head of the PFEE Department, has been appointed as an expert of the Fund in two areas — “Electronics and Photonics” and “Deep Tech”. His inclusion in the Fund’s expert pool is a testament to his high level of professional competence and the trust placed in him by a national institution that plays a key role in the development of Ukraine’s innovation ecosystem.
The Ukrainian Startup Fund provides systematic support for innovative projects, fosters the development of technology entrepreneurship, and contributes to the creation of competitive solutions in priority sectors. The participation of representatives of Kharkiv National University of Radio Electronics in the Fund’s expert activities highlights the University’s active involvement in nationwide processes in the field of high technologies and innovation.
This appointment is significant not only as an individual professional achievement, but also as an opportunity to достойно represent Kharkiv National University of Radio Electronics within the national and international innovation environment.

We congratulate Oleksandr Hnatenko on his appointment and wish him effective, responsible, and productive work for the advancement of innovation and technology in Ukraine.