Researchers from IMICB-BAS and CPSBB protect a utility model for a new combination of natural bioactive compounds to support metabolic health

Scientists from the “Metabolomics” laboratory within the Department of Biotechnology at the “Stephan Angeloff” Institute of Microbiology of BAS led by Prof. Milen Georgiev, in collaboration with researchers from the Centre of Plant Systems Biology and Biotechnology (CPSBB), have protected a utility model for a newly developed combination of natural bioactive compounds comprising the isoflavonoid maackiain, the triterpene betulinic acid and the alkaloid piperine. The scientific results have been obtained during five years of pre-clinical studies using the model organism Caenorhabditis elegans and have been confirmed in experimental rodent models. The toxicological studies conducted found no toxic effects at the doses administered and under the experimental conditions. A clinical trial is due to be conducted to assess the effects of the developed combination on metabolic [...]

BAS and Azerbaijan National Academy of Sciences expand their scientific cooperation

The President of the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences, Corresponding Member Evelina Slavcheva, and the President of the Azerbaijan National Academy of Sciences, Academician Isa Habibbayli, held a working meeting in Sofia. The main topic of discussion was the deepening of bilateral relations and the implementation of joint scientific projects in areas of priority for both countries. The partnership will focus on strengthening joint work in the fields of architecture, archaeology, ethnology, folklore, art history and other humanities disciplines. During the meeting, it was agreed to renew the existing framework agreement, and a new cooperation document between the two academic institutions is due to be signed. The two sides agreed that the traditionally friendly relations between Bulgaria and Azerbaijan provide an excellent basis for a more [...]

2026-08-11T09:15:38+03:0010 August 2026|Categories: Selected|

“The Forgotten Deities” come to life in an exhibition at the National Archaeological Museum

 “The Forgotten Deities” temporary exhibition at the National Archaeological Institute with Museum of BAS offers visitors the chance to journey through over 6,000 years of spiritual history and to reflect on the ways in which different societies have sought to explain the world, nature and human existence. This large-scale project brings together over 200 rare artefacts and traces the development of religious beliefs across Bulgarian lands from the early Neolithic period to Late Antiquity. The official opening of the exhibition took place on 6 August. World mythology raises questions and seeks to explain why every culture creates stories that help people find their bearings and a way out of the chaos into which we are born with our first breath on this planet, said Prof. [...]

Exhibition on the April Uprising at the “Rozhen” NAO

National heritage and modern science came together at the largest astronomical complex in South-East Europe “The April Uprising of 1876 and its Impact on the Lives of Members of the Bulgarian Learned Society” exhibition opened on 6 August at the Rozhen National Astronomical Observatory. The event took place under the patronage of the President of the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences, Corresponding Member Evelina Slavcheva, who opened the exhibition. In her address, the President of BAS emphasised the connection between the Bulgarian Learned Society, founded in 1869, and the historical path of Bulgarian society towards freedom, knowledge and statehood. The exhibition was presented by Dr. Denitsa Mizinska from the Scientific Archives of BAS. The thematic panels trace the lives of members of the Bulgarian Learned Society [...]

The President of the Berlin-Brandenburg Academy of Sciences and Humanities visits BAS

The President of BAS, Corresponding Member Evelina Slavcheva, met with Prof. Christoph Markschies, President of the Berlin-Brandenburg Academy of Sciences and Humanities, today at the Academy. During the visit, Prof. Markschies presented the Academy’s activities, main areas of focus and priorities. In the course of the discussions, the possibilities for establishing cooperation between the two academies were explored. Archaeology, sociology, artificial intelligence, linguistics and digitisation were identified as areas of mutual interest. The parties also explored various options for funding joint scientific initiatives. As a first step towards deepening the partnership, it was proposed that an agreement be signed to implement the grant scheme of BAS for carrying out bilateral research projects. The possibility of organising a joint scientific conference with the participation of the [...]

2026-08-05T16:12:51+03:005 August 2026|Categories: Selected|

BAS and Regional Administration – Plovdiv sign a Memorandum of Understanding

The President of BAS, Corresponding Member Evelina Slavcheva, and the Regional Governor of Plovdiv, Mr. Georgi Yanev, signed a Memorandum of Understanding between the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences and the Regional Administration – Plovdiv on August 4, 2026 in Plovdiv, Bulgaria. The official signing ceremony was attended by Kamen Iliev - Director of the Center for National Security and Defence Research at BAS, Chief Inspector Vladislav Slavchov - Head of the “Preventive and Control Activity” Sector at the “Fire Safety and Civil Protection” Regional Directorate, Plovdiv, Vasil Uzunov - Director of the East Aegean Water Basin Directorate, Plovdiv, Eng. Kostadin Cholakov - Director of the Maritsa branch of “Irrigation Systems” EAD as well as Prof. Dr. Hristina Yancheva - Regional Governor of Plovdiv Region in [...]

2026-08-05T16:09:50+03:004 August 2026|Categories: Selected|
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