While preparing for my contribution to the Nanotexnology 2023 conference, I have noticed that submissions from researchers affiliated with state universities of the Russian Federation have been accepted for the international conference. This fact implies the sharing of the latest scientific knowledge despite the ongoing war started in 2022. I strongly disagree with this approach, and I personally distance myself from active scientific communication with researchers officially connected to state institutions of Russia. With its criminal activities in Ukraine, Russia is violating fundamental principles of the international community, and also destroying nature with a potentially global impact. Scientific communication that ignores this fact supports the technological progress of the state that destroys human values in general. Out of respect for the many Ukrainian scientists who have fallen victim to this war, I firmly reject the active transfer of scientific knowledge to scientists affiliated to Russian state institutions as a matter of principle.
The Impact of Conflict
The conflict between Russia and Ukraine has caused immense devastation and resulted in the loss of countless lives. The actions of Russia in Ukraine not only violate the fundamental principles of the international community but also have a severe impact on the environment. The destruction caused by warfare can have far-reaching consequences, with potential global implications for nature and ecosystems. As responsible members of the scientific community, it is crucial to consider the broader ethical implications of engaging with researchers affiliated with state institutions that are involved in criminal activities.
The Importance of Human Values
Scientific progress should always be accompanied by a strong adherence to human values. The principles of integrity, respect, and responsibility form the foundation of ethical scientific research. When a state engages in actions that undermine these principles, it becomes imperative for scientists to carefully consider their own roles in contributing to the knowledge transfer.
Supporting Victims of Conflict
It is essential to recognize and show solidarity with those who have suffered as a result of the conflict. The Ukrainian scientists who have become victims of this war deserve our utmost respect and support. By actively transferring scientific knowledge to researchers affiliated with Russian state institutions, we inadvertently contribute to the technological progress of a state that undermines human values and violates international norms. As a matter of principle, I firmly reject this approach and stand in solidarity with the victims of the conflict.
Ethics and Scientific Communication
Scientific communication serves as a platform for the exchange of ideas and knowledge across borders. However, during times of conflict, it is necessary to question the ethics of engaging with researchers affiliated with state institutions that are actively involved in destructive actions. By distancing ourselves from such collaborations, we uphold the values of integrity and responsibility within the scientific community.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the acceptance of submissions from researchers affiliated with Russian state institutions for the Nanotexnology 2023 conference raises important ethical concerns. The ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine has resulted in immense suffering and environmental damage. As responsible scientists, we have a moral obligation to consider the consequences of our actions and prioritize human values. By rejecting active scientific communication with researchers connected to state institutions involved in criminal activities, we stand in solidarity with the victims of the conflict and safeguard the integrity of scientific research.
Surely, I fully agree, the relations with the Russian side or affiliated with them have to be neglected and cut at all. Personally me, beginning from 1989, I do not have any of such relations - no joint projects, no joint publications. The opposite is with the Ukrainian side.
Müəllifin mövqeyi ilə mən də razıyam, o cümlədən qeyd edirəm ki, uzun müddət Kyiv hakimiyyəti ölkənin ərazi bütövlüyünün sülh yolu ilə bərpası üçün gərəkən fəaliyyətlər göstərdisə də buna nail ola bilmədi; səbəbi Moskva hakimiyyətinin beynəlxalq hüququ kobud şəkildə pozaraq işğal etdikləri Ukrayna torpaqlarında çıxmaması, işğalın daha da gücləndirilməsi idi.
2022-ci ilin fevral ayının 24-də RF-nın prezidenti V. Putinin əmrilə ordusu qəfldən müstəqil Ukraynanın sərhədlərini pozaraq genişmiqyaslı hücüma başladı. Hazırda iki ölkə arasında bütün dünyanı rahatsız edən şiddətli müharibə davam etməkdədir. O cümlədən, adı çəkilən prezident bu müharibədə atom silahı tətbiq edəcəyinin mümükn olmasını da gündəmdə saxlamaqdadır. Buna baxmayaraq məğrur Ukrayna xalqı və onun cəngavər ordusu Ukraynanın prezədenti V. Zelenskıynin komandanlığı sayəsində işğal olunan torpağlarını azad edə-edə, düşmana sarsıdıcı zərbələr endirərək qələbəyə doğru irəliləyirlər.
I invite everyone to join the new topic about the Russian-Ukrainian war in 2024 https://www.researchgate.net/post/Russian_Ukrainian_war_in_2024_arguments_views_and_facts_of_Russians_and_Ukrainians2
This is a video (2 hours) about the Russian missile attack on Kyiv. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8vH7u1pjMjc
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