STATE SUPPORT FOR SCIENCE AS A MECHANISM FOR SHAPING THE CULTURAL CODE OF SOCIETY

Science remains strategically important for national security, economic growth, and public welfare, playing a leading role in key technological areas. Government organizations occupy leading positions in key technological fields such as space, energy, and healthcare, which require significant resources and management efforts. The financing of fundamental and applied research from the federal budget plays a key role in maintaining the country's innovation potential, emphasizing the importance of applied research aimed at solving practical problems and accelerating innovation. Fundamental science forms the intellectual base of the nation, attracting and educating a new generation of scientists. The article examines the social and cultural aspects of attracting young people to science, including measures to increase the prestige of scientific professions and create conditions for professional growth.