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The Young Academy of Sweden is an independent academy, which has the objective to function as a cross-disciplinary forum and to produce a scientific political platform for young scientists in Sweden. The Academy was formed in May 2011 at the initiative of The Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences. The members are elected for a five year period, based on academic excellence and interest in College affairs.