Nano or Na-No? Ukraine’s crisis of opportunity in nanotechnology education

IF 1.9 Q2 EDUCATION & EDUCATIONAL RESEARCH

Industry and Higher Education Pub Date : 2023-10-18 DOI:10.1177/09504222231209259

Sergii Kovachov, Ihor Bohdanov, Yana Suchikova

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Abstract

This opinion piece delves into the intricate challenges facing higher education in nanotechnology, particularly in Ukraine, a country currently embroiled in geopolitical unrest. Through a reflective lens, the article examines the complexities of preparing graduates for an uncertain job market while also considering the pressing national imperatives that demand specialized expertise. Beyond the Ukrainian context, the article escalates the discussion to a global scale, calling for an immediate yet thoughtful reassessment of how we approach specialized education in a rapidly changing world. The piece confronts uncomfortable questions and proposes calls to action for policymakers, educators, and the global community. By framing Ukraine’s struggle as indicative of a broader global challenge, it aims to catalyze meaningful discussions and reforms in how specialized higher education is approached and implemented worldwide.

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Industry and Higher Education EDUCATION & EDUCATIONAL RESEARCH-

CiteScore

4.20

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17.60%

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