National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine
The National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine (NAS Ukraine) is the country's highest self-governing scientific institution, founded in 1918. It coordinates fundamental and applied research across the natural, technical and social sciences and unites a network of research institutes, museums and observatories across the country. Its headquarters are located in Kyiv on Volodymyrska Street. The Academy is led by a president.
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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.