Life of Russian Academic "Relocants"

Abstract

This article provides a collective portrait of Russian academic relocants, offering an analysis of the situation and recommendations for improving it. The article is based on the results of a survey conducted in the summer of 2023 among Russian researchers who moved to Germany and other countries after the start of Russia's war in Ukraine. The main conclusion is that the philanthropic efforts to aid those affected by the ongoing war, traditionally handled by Western countries, have been significantly prolonged due to the continuation of the war. It is now imperative to shift approaches and build toward mutually beneficial collaboration. Instead of merely providing financial aid, there should be a focus on establishing infrastructure and maximizing the potential of arriving academics.