Martin Kahanec was featured in two year end media articles by TASR reviewing the most important events that took place abroad in 2025, and the key developments in science and technology in 2025.

CELSI Scientific Director and economist Martin Kahanec was featured in two year end media articles by TASR and Teraz.sk, reviewing the most important events that took place abroad in 2025, and the key developments in science and technology in 2025.

In the international affairs overview, Martin Kahanec was highlighted in connection with his appointment in 2025 as the first Slovak member of the Group of Chief Scientific Advisors to the European Commission, reflecting the growing role of Slovak social science expertise in European policymaking.

In a separate review focused on science and technology, Martin Kahanec was featured as the laureate of the prestigious ESET Science Award 2025, awarded in the main category Outstanding Scientist in Slovakia at the ceremony held on October 9, 2025.

The award recognises his outstanding contributions to economics and social sciences, his impact on European labour market and migration research, and his role in strengthening evidence based policymaking in Slovakia, Europe, and beyond.

Being included in both selections underlines the relevance of research that bridges science, public policy, and societal challenges.

🔗 Links to both articles

🔗 https://www.teraz.sk/zahranicie/vyberova-chronologia-zahranicnych-u/928032-clanok.html

🔗 https://www.teraz.sk/veda/vyberova-chronologia-udalosti-vo-ved/928605-clanok.html

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