Връзки с обществеността – Bulgarian Academy of Sciences

The Institute of Oceanology – Varna is carrying out more than 50 projects

Scientists at the Institute of Oceanology (IO – BAS) are working on over 50 national and international projects funded across a wide range of fields through European programs and funds. In addition to the European Commission’s Horizon 2020 program, projects are also funded by the European Small and Medium-sized Enterprises Executive Agency, INTERREG, and others. This activity is part of the institute’s extensive research work which encompasses monitoring, assessment, and conservation of the marine environment. The Institute is highly open to working in international teams; over the past two years, the IO-BAS has solidified its position as a leading research center in the Black Sea basin, focusing on climate change, studying the dynamics of biodiversity in the Black Sea, and seeking answers to the [...]

Връзки с обществеността2026-04-29T13:31:10+03:0029 April 2026|Categories: Climate Change, Hazards and Natural Resources|

Bulgarian children are researching the impact of the April Uprising abroad

p The winners of a student competition dedicated to the 150th anniversary of the April Uprising were announced today at the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences by Vasil Vasilev, chairman of the All-Bulgarian “Vasil Levski” Committee. Children from Bulgarian schools abroad participated with 24 projects on the topic “The Coverage of the April Uprising in the Press of the Country Where You Live.” The initiative was carried out as part of the Ministry of Education and Science’s program “The Untold Stories of Bulgarians.” The event was attended by Deputy Minister of Education and Science Natalia Mihalevska, the Vice-President of BAS Prof. Emmanuel Moutafov, and Corr. Memb. Atanas Semov. First place was awarded to the project by the “Young Revivalists” club from Spain in which the students [...]

Връзки с обществеността2026-04-30T09:50:58+03:0029 April 2026|Categories: Cultural-historical Heritage and National Identity|

Lawyers discuss “white-collar crime” from the perspectives of Bulgaria and China

The Institute for the State and Law organized a scientific seminar titled “White-Collar Crime in a Global Context: Comparative Perspectives from China and Bulgaria” on April 24. Lawyers from both countries discussed the types and characteristics of crimes committed by highly qualified professionals within the legal systems of Bulgaria and China. In both Bulgaria and China, a wide range of criminal acts fall into this category: bribery, embezzlement, various types of fraud, money laundering, tax and financial crimes, and others. Key issues related to proving these criminal acts were discussed during the seminar. Experts from both countries believe that electronic evidence is becoming increasingly important in the process of proving crimes of this nature. Often, the volume of such evidence is so great that China [...]

Връзки с обществеността2026-04-30T09:50:09+03:0028 April 2026|Categories: Man and Society|

The second module of “Art Readings 2026” has ended

The “New Art” module of the international academic conference “Art Readings 2026,” held at the Institute of Art Studies of the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences from April 23 to 25, ended. Young and established scholars from Bulgaria and abroad presented their research in the fields of cinema, theater, music, and visual arts focusing on various aspects of this year’s theme, “Chronos and Topos.” The forum’s rich program was structured into 14 thematic panels which also included scholarly interpretations related to photography, animation, social media, dance, artificial intelligence, fashion, and architecture. In the presentations and accompanying discussions, time was examined as linear, spiral, and cyclical; mythological, cosmological, and historical, while the concept of topos was interpreted both in its meaning as a specific space (sacred [...]

Връзки с обществеността2026-04-30T09:49:33+03:0028 April 2026|Categories: Cultural-historical Heritage and National Identity|

The culmination of the events marking the 150th anniversary of the April Uprising took place at BAS

A nationwide commemorative gathering marking the 150th anniversary of the outbreak of the April Uprising was held today at the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences under the patronage of President Iliana Iotova. The event served as the culmination of the anniversary celebrations and was broadcast live on Bulgarian National Television. BAS created a National Calendar of Events for the 150th anniversary of the April Uprising, which brought together all initiatives across the country. “Dozens of institutes and universities, schools, community centers, and museums, municipalities, and civic organizations throughout the country are keeping the flame of national memory alive. Thousands of people are actively passing on to future generations the memory of the ideals and heroism of the Bulgarian people.” With these words, Corresponding Member Atanas Semov [...]

Връзки с обществеността2026-04-28T09:31:11+03:0027 April 2026|Categories: General news|

“Green Initiative” at Scientific Complex 1 of BAS

Scientists from institutes of BAS participated in an initiative to reforest the campus of Scientific Complex 1. Red oaks, birches, and pines were planted during the month marking Forest Week and Earth Day. The initiative by young scientists from the Academy’s three institutes - for forest research, population and human studies, and space research and technology - which began last year, continues, said the Vice-President of BAS Prof. Shtelian Shterionov. The landscaping of the Scientific Complex and the planting of saplings are being carried out under the guidance of landscape specialists, he added. The director of the Forest Research Institute, Corresponding Member Georgi Georgiev, announced that plans were underway to develop a comprehensive project for landscaping and irrigation of the area.

Връзки с обществеността2026-04-27T09:10:19+03:0024 April 2026|Categories: Biodiversity, Bioresources and Ecology|