All-Ukrainian Academy of Sciences
The National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine (NAS of Ukraine), historically known as the All-Ukrainian Academy of Sciences (VUAN), is the country's highest state scientific institution, founded in 1918. It coordinates a network of research institutes across the country and serves as Ukraine's principal centre for fundamental research. Its headquarters and Presidium are located on Volodymyrska Street in Kyiv.
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Russian drone strikes Kyiv's National Academy of Sciences building, killing at least two
On 28 September 2026, a Russian jet-powered drone struck the Presidium building of the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine (NASU) in central Kyiv around 13:30, causing a large fire and partially destroying the second and third floors of the historic structure. At least two people were killed — including the personal assistant of NASU Vice-President Volodymyr Horbulin — and multiple others were injured; some NASU staff remained unreachable after the strike. President Zelensky promised a Ukrainian response, Foreign Minister Sybiha called on UNESCO to strip Russia of voting rights, and the strike drew condemnation from European leaders and institutions.