University of the Academy of Sciences of Moldova (UnASM) is a higher education institution, which operates as a legal entity under legislation of Republic of Moldova, normative acts of the Ministry of Education of the Republic of Moldova and the Academy of Sciences of Moldova (ASM), Statute of UnAȘM, being financed from the state budget and its own revenues. UnASM was created by Presidential Decree no. 1093-IV of 23.04.2007 (Official Gazette nr.57-59 / 276 of 27.04.2007), pursuant to art. 88 lit. j) and art. 94 par. (1) of the Constitution and art. 401 par. (8) of the Education Act, as the center of national interest, which harmoniously combines and develops educational activities, scientific research, innovation and culture.University Day is celebrated annually on 27 April, and on this occasion are organized scientific, cultural and sporting activities.