Promoting research excellence and cross-disciplinary collaboration between outstanding young scholars.
Zimbabwe Young Academy of Sciences is an independent, cross-disciplinary platform for outstanding young scholars in Zimbabwe and the Diaspora that seek to foster research excellence through scientific capacity building, promotion of interdisciplinary collaborations, and contributions to societal development.
Call for Membership 2023
The call for nominations of young scientists as members of ZIMYAS is now open. Applications are sought from young, independent scholars who demonstrate the highest level of research excellence and societal impact. Institutions/associations/individuals may nominate more than one candidate. The closing date for the receipt of applications is 31 March 2021.
What we do
Participate in science and technology policy development. Promote interactions with media and other professional organizations. Mentorship on scientific research and conduct.
Professional Develoment
Better you, better scienceEncouraging and promoting collaboration and networking between local young scientists and fellow Zimbabwean young scientists in the Diaspora across disciplines
Cross-disciplinary Collaboration
Together, we canPromoting science as an engine of socio-economic development. Developing policies to promote the participation of women and other under-represented groups in research.
Global Impact
Research that matterContact us today
The goal of science is to bring a change in our knowledge of fundamentals that can improve society. Our key objective at ZIMYAS is to faciltate cutting edge research that can transform the quality of life among Zimbabweans.
Development the scientific capacity of the researcher is pivotal in fostering research excellence and good scientific practices. The key aim of ZIMYAS is to improve the research environments for scientists in Zimbabwean research institutions.
The SDGs can be attained through promotion of STEM in disadvantaged populations. The goal of ZIMYAS is to facilitate the attainment of SDGs through science education in communities. ZIMYAS conducts outreach meetings on science education.