In accordance with the Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine dated October 8, 2022, No. 892-p  "On the Approval of the National Plan for Open Science," the Policy of Open Science has been implemented at the State Higher Educational Institution "Uzhhorod National University." Open science plays a crucial role in the development of the university's scientific activities, fostering new approaches to conducting research, archiving, dissemination, and expediting the research process. It also strengthens fundamental academic values, such as research integrity, collaboration, and knowledge exchange.

The implementation of the Policy of Open Science at the State Higher Educational Institution "Uzhhorod National University" is aimed at significantly enhancing its research capacity. This is achieved by ensuring the quality and integrity of scientific research results, improving their efficiency and productivity, fostering the commercialization of scientific output, engaging the public, and informing citizens about research findings. The policy also aims to strengthen trust in science and scientists, secure adequate financial support for research activities from the government and business sectors, promote the internationalization of the university's research endeavors, and facilitate its integration into the European Research Area.

The implementation of the Policy of Open Science creates necessary conditions for integrating the values and practices of open science into the educational, research, and innovative activities of Uzhhorod National University. This integration is aligned with relevant policies and practices of international institutions, including UNESCO and the European Commission, as well as draws upon the experiences of open science development in foreign higher education institutions. Significant prerequisites for implementing open science at the State Higher Educational Institution "Uzhhorod National University" also include Ukraine's attainment of candidate status for European Union (EU) membership. This status grants access to programs and initiatives available to EU countries and countries with candidate status for EU membership.