FORMATION OF HUMAN SCIENTIFIC POTENTIAL IN RUSSIA IN THE FIRST HALF OF THE 21st CENTURY

The article attempt a modern evaluation about the historical experience of scientific formation capacity in Russia in the first half of the 21st century. At that time, science was considered as a factor of economic and social welfare of the country. The state was directly involved in the development of scientific centers on the whole territory of Russia, the formation of standard and legal base of scientific and educational establishments was going on. They had a privileged position provided by the state; therefore the first half of 21st°century in Russia was thought to be the heyday of science. The development of a certification system concerning academic staff is highlighted in the article as well.