Our winners are talented, ambitious, and courageous Ukrainians who confidently pursue their goals and bring the boldest ideas to life.
⭐️Bohdan Polishchuk is an artist, director, and curator of art projects who combines artistic activity with cultural education and public work. He is the co-founder and curator of the NGO «Scenography Gallery» and the International Lviv Quadriennale of Scenography, an organizer of art exhibitions and research projects aimed at promoting Ukrainian stage design and theater. Bohdan is the initiator of art publications and implements grant projects. His work focuses on strengthening Ukrainian identity and international cultural diplomacy. As an artist, he explores various directions, creating scenography, illustrations, and experimental art objects.
«You have to believe in yourself and take a step forward», emphasizes Bohdan.
⭐️Valeriia Trusova is a Ukrainian scientist and a laureate of numerous awards. She specializes in the molecular mechanisms of neurodegenerative diseases and the development of nanocarriers for precise drug delivery. Her groundbreaking research in nuclear medicine contributes to integrating new approaches into clinical practice. By studying the body’s functions at the nanoscale, she creates innovative diagnostic and therapeutic methods, applying an interdisciplinary approach. The methodologies she has developed are already undergoing preclinical trials and show high efficiency, offering patients hope for improved treatment.
«Life is short, and it’s important to use it wisely, focusing on what truly matters», comments Valeriia.
⭐️Oleksandr Dumyshynets is an informatics teacher at the Midgard educational space and an instructor of the course «Using AI Capabilities in Teaching» for Mariupol University educators. He develops interactive programming courses using game-based methods that foster students’ creativity and teamwork. He is working on AI-based courses and chatbots to help overcome educational losses. Thanks to his innovative teaching methods, his students achieve success in international competitions. He also supports social initiatives—participating in actions to support military personnel and conducting lessons for children of servicemen.
«Find what excites you. Skills are important. But the real fuel is meaning», notes Oleksandr.
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