THE ROLE OF FOUNDATION SCIENCE IN PRESERVING THE DOCUMENTARY MEMORY OF SOCIETY
Abstract
Documentary memory is the basis for studying historical processes, making management decisions and developing culture. Foundation studies as a scientific and practical discipline guarantees the preservation of documents for future generations. Documentary funds are unique evidence of the historical, social, cultural and scientific development of society, playing the role of the material basis of collective memory. They are an integral part of the national heritage, serve as a basis for scientific research and popularization of cultural values. Archival studies today face a number of challenges, such as the risk of archival documents being lost due to natural disasters, military operations, or underfunding. At the same time, it is actively developing thanks to digitalization, which opens up new opportunities for saving and distributing information. Digital archives, platforms with open access and the use of artificial intelligence contribute to the preservation of funds and increase their accessibility.
Fundology is of great importance for Ukraine, as documentary funds are a source of objective information about history, a means of protecting true history, and a tool for the formation of national consciousness. The modern development of this science requires active state support, funding, training of highly qualified specialists and integration into the international scientific space. Preservation of documentary heritage is not only a scientific task, but also a moral
duty to future generations, because it provides a link between the past, present and future.
