Russia’s full-scale war of aggression has severely damaged Ukraine’s research and technology infrastructures. Rebuilding these systems is essential for Ukraine’s recovery and long-term development in line with SDG 9 on resilient infrastructure, sustainable industrialisation and innovation.

This side event of the 2026 UN STI Forum provides a unique opportunity for governments, international organisations, academia, and the private sector to share experiences, lessons learned, and best practices in restoring and modernising Ukraine’s scientific capacities. Through this dialogue, participants will explore how recovery efforts can align with SDG 9, ensuring that Ukraine’s research infrastructures become drivers of Ukraine’s modern and sustainable recovery.

The discussion will highlight concrete initiatives, such as the Horizon Europe-funded RIFF project (Research Infrastructures for the Future of Ukraine), which develops a roadmap for recovery of research infrastructures in Ukraine. UNESCO’s UNESRALE (UNESCO’s Remote Access to Lab Equipment), aimed at revitalising Ukraine’s scientific and educational institutions The International Coalition for Science in Ukraine, a multi-stakeholder initiative aiming to address the urgent and long-term recovery of Ukraine’s research and innovation sector will be as well presented.

By facilitating a discussion on the role of research and technology infrastructures in Ukraine’s recovery, this event will seek to advance the STI Forum’s mission to strengthen Ukraine’s research and technology infrastructures as key drivers of the country’s reconstruction and sustainable recovery. It will centre Ukrainian perspectives, ensuring that recovery efforts reflect local priorities and expertise, while drawing on international experience to rebuild a stronger and more sustainable Ukraine. 

The event will be held online, and registration is required for all participants.