Researchers of Sumy National Agrarian University have been included in the list of winners of the competitions announced by the Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine for the implementation of scientific research and development projects, the funding of which will begin in 2026 from the State Budget of Ukraine. The corresponding results were approved by MES Orders No. 22 and No. 23 dated January 9, 2026.
As a result of the competitive selection, Sumy National Agrarian University received state support for the implementation of 11 research projects to be carried out within the framework of the Young Scientists Competition, the main competition for fundamental and applied research, as well as a special support instrument for frontline higher education institutions and research organizations. This achievement convincingly demonstrates the high scientific potential of the university, the sustainable development of its research schools, and the active involvement of young researchers in shaping solutions for the recovery of Ukraine.
SNAU projects cover key national priority areas, including agricultural and veterinary security, soil restoration, food and biological security, energy resilience, human capital development, economics, and law. All studies are based on the university’s prior research achievements, implemented by interdisciplinary teams, and focused on clearly defined applied outcomes.
The implementation of SNAU’s scientific initiatives is accompanied by substantial state financial support. For projects under the main competition for fundamental and applied research, the total funding for the first stage amounts to UAH 10,813.3, including UAH 584 thousand allocated for capital expenditures.
Projects by young scientists that won the 2026 competition will receive UAH 3,737.9 of which UAH 406.1 thousand is designated for capital expenditures. This creates favourable conditions for the development of modern research infrastructure and for engaging young scientists in the implementation of national research priorities. Scientific Field “Agricultural and Veterinary Sciences”
Projects are listed according to their ranking scores.
Project “Development of scientific and applied principles for assessing the cost of restoring the land resource potential of territorial communities and land use systems in the post-war period”. Project Leader – Nataliia Kapinos, PhD in Economics, Head of the Department of Geodesy and Land Management. The project aims to develop a comprehensive methodology for assessing the cost of restoring land damaged as a result of hostilities, using state registry data and spatial analysis tools.
Project “Study of the spread of infectious disease pathogens and antibiotic-resistant microorganisms in frontline territories”. Project Leader – Oksana Shkromoda, Doctor of Veterinary Sciences, Professor, Head of the Department of Obstetrics and Surgery. The project focuses on analysing biological risks intensified in frontline areas due to the war. During 2026–2028, monitoring of infections among domestic and wild animals, assessment of antibiotic resistance levels, and development of safe alternatives to antibiotics are planned. The research is based on previous departmental work in epizootology and microbiology.
Project “Control and prevention of biological threats in the context of “One Health”: national security and sustainable development”. Project Leader – Tetiana Fotina, Doctor of Veterinary Sciences, Professor of the Department of Veterinary and Sanitary Inspection, Microbiology, Hygiene, and Pathological Anatomy. The project is aimed at systematically reducing biological risks to humans, animals, and the environment. It is grounded in the “One Health” approach, integrating veterinary, medical, and environmental perspectives. Planned activities include early detection of zoonotic infections, control of antibiotic resistance, and ensuring food safety. The project builds on SNAU’s long-standing expertise in veterinary medicine and biosecurity. Scientific Field “Safe, Clean Energy and Energy Efficiency”
Project “Sustainable development of the energy infrastructure of production and social facilities through the implementation of low-carbon generation”. Project Leader – Maryna Savchenko, PhD in Engineering, Associate Professor of the Department of Food Technology. The project focuses on the development and testing of a hybrid solar–wind energy system with energy storage. Planned activities include energy audits, modeling, installation, and system testing. The project is based on prior research in energy efficiency and renewable energy. Scientific Field “Agricultural and Veterinary Sciences”
Project “Improving soil fertility by reducing the impact of external mechanical and chemical factors during crop cultivation”. Project Leader – Oleksandr Solarov, PhD in Engineering, Associate Professor of the Department of Transport Technologies. The project addresses soil fertility preservation under conditions of intensive use of heavy machinery and the consequences of military actions. It includes analysis of soil compaction, the impact of mechanical loads on plant root systems, and assessment of soil contamination levels. The results will form the basis for practical recommendations to agricultural producers on sustainable land use.
Scientific Field “Human Capital Development, Social Sciences, and Journalism”
Project “Adaptive human capital management in the renewable energy sector: synergy of innovation and social resilience”. Project Leader – Nataliia Stoianets, Doctor of Economics, Professor, Department of Management named after Professor L. I. Mykhailova. The project focuses on developing human potential as a key resource for the green energy transition. The research aims to formulate approaches to competency management, education, and reskilling in the context of technological change.
Scientific Field “Economic Transformations, Business, Administration, and Law”
Project “Circular strategies and economic feasibility of implementing alternative protein technologies in the food security system”. Project Leader – Yurii Danko, Doctor of Economics, Professor of the Department of Marketing and Logistics. The project seeks innovative approaches to food security based on circular economy principles. It focuses on assessing the economic feasibility of alternative protein technologies and their potential for Ukraine’s agricultural sector.
Project “An integrated economic and legal mechanism for strategizing and implementing European sustainable rural development policy for communities”. Project Leader – Tetiana Kharchenko, Doctor of Public Administration, Associate Professor of the Department of Public Administration and Management. The project aims to develop modern models for territorial community development in the context of Ukraine’s European integration, combining economic and legal approaches to strategic governance.
Projects of Young Scientists (listed according to ranking scores)
Scientific Field “Agricultural and Veterinary Sciences”
Project “Scientific substantiation and development of effective remediation technologies for agricultural soils degraded as a result of anthropogenic factors and military actions”. Project Leader – Oksana Datsko, PhD, Senior Lecturer, Department of Agrotechnologies and Soil Science. The project aims to create innovative land restoration strategies by combining accumulator plants and beneficial microbiota. The proposed integrated bioremediation model will enable soil purification from heavy metals and explosive residues while restoring natural fertility and biological activity. Plans for 2026–2028 include diagnostics with detailed contamination mapping using modern PXRF equipment, laboratory modeling of optimal plant–EM biofertilizer combinations, and field testing. The team’s scientific output includes studies on phytoremediation potential and chemical soil contamination in affected regions of Ukraine.
Project “Integrated assessment of the impact of military actions on the possibility of obtaining safe beekeeping products”. Project Leader – Tetiana Synenko, PhD, Associate Professor of the Department of Food Technology and Safety. The project focuses on an integrated assessment of the effects of military actions on nectar plants, bee colonies, and the safety of beekeeping products. The research includes laboratory analysis of honey, wax, pollen, and nectar plants, veterinary monitoring of apiaries, and evaluation of war-related environmental factors. The results will underpin scientifically grounded recommendations for minimizing risks to food security and animal health in the post-war period.
Some projects of Sumy National Agrarian University fall under the category of restricted access. Information on these projects will be disclosed after the termination of martial law in accordance with current legislation.
The eleven state-supported research projects of SNAU not only confirm the university’s high scientific potential but also demonstrate its systemic role as a powerful research and educational center in a frontline region, capable of generating scientifically grounded applied solutions for the recovery of Ukraine’s economy, environment, and social sphere.
