The Young Academy of Denmark (Danish: Det Unge Akademi, DUA) is an independent Science Academy under the Royal Danish Academy of Sciences and Letters and was established in 2011 as a scientific forum for young, talented researchers in Denmark.

The members meet at the Royal Danish Academy of Sciences and Letters' domicile at the corner of H. C. Andersens Boulevard and Dantes Plads in central Copenhagen approximately once a month.

The Young Academy of Denmark aims to strengthen primary research and interdisciplinary exchange.

[1] Members are active in danish academia, and typically apply for membership in The Young Academy 3–7 years after obtaining a Doctorate.

• The committee on Scientific Communication: The committee works to disseminate research widely to the public and to inspire young people to choose a research career.