Research division
Climate Change, Hazards and Natural Resources
Institutes and Academic Specialized Units
Daniela /Neli/ Jordanova
Scientific secretary of divisions 6. Climate changes, risks and natural resources and 7. Astronomy, space research and technology
d.jordanova@cu.bas.bg
National Institute of Geophysics, Geodesy and Geography
Conducting meteorological, hydrological and agrometeorological observations is the basis for creating forecasts for the needs of the state and society. Twenty-four-hour observations provide an in-depth study of climate change and its impact on various economic sectors, including crops and water resources. Particular attention is paid to the improvement of early warning systems related to hazardous meteorological and hydrological phenomena.
Geosystems and Geosciences (mineral, energy and groundwater) research on the territory of Bulgaria and the Balkan Peninsula aims at supporting the sustainable development of modern society and limiting the consequences of natural hazards.
Operational and expert information in the field of seismology, early warning of risky events, seismic vulnerability analysis of buildings, engineering facilities and infrastructure provide the necessary conditions for the formation of science-based policies in the field of natural and man-made hazards.
Creating the necessary prerequisites for sustainable use of our Black Sea coastline includes management of living and non-living marine resources, geology and geomorphology of the seabed, dynamics and integrated coastal zone management.
News
BAS participates in international meeting-discussion “Fortifying Freedom – Defense and Democracy Dialogue”
An international meeting-discussion entitled “Fortifying Freedom – Defense and Democracy Dialogue” was held on November 11. The forum was attended by the director of the Geological Institute of BAS, Assoc. Prof. Svetoslav Georgiev, who [...]
Information and awareness-raising forum “Critical and strategic raw materials: expert opinions and prevailing attitudes in public opinion”
On November 11, 2025, BAS hosted an informational and promotional forum entitled “Critical and Strategic Raw Materials: Expert Opinions and Dominant Attitudes in Public Opinion.” The forum was opened by Assoc. Prof. Svetoslav Georgiev, Director [...]
Researchers from the Institute of Oceanology with an initiative on International Black Sea Day
Researchers from the Institute of Oceanology of BAS marked International Black Sea Day with an Open Day initiative in Varna and Sofia. Schoolchildren, students, and enthusiasts of marine science and nature met with marine researchers [...]
Over 40 scientists present their research at a geophysical conference at BAS
The Bulgarian Academy of Sciences hosted the XII National Geophysical Conference with international participation which was held under the title "New Challenges in Geophysics" on 29 and 30 September at the “Prof. Marin Drinov” Hall. [...]
“Blue Cristal” project for sustainable management of coastal and river environment launched
The "Blue Coastal Marine and Riverine Innovative & Sustainable Management of Environments and Resources - BLUE-CRISTAL" Centre of Competence was officially launched on 28 and 29 July with a workshop organized by the Institute [...]
Delegation from BAS participates in the Assembly of the Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission of UNESCO
The 33rd Assembly of the Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission (IOC) of UNESCO took place from 25 June to 3 July 2025 at the UNESCO building in Paris. The Bulgarian delegation to the Assembly included: Prof. Valentina [...]
„Financing the Stone – Fast-Tracking Projects” Round Table
Scientists from the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences participated in a round table on "Financing the Stone - Fast-Tracking Projects". The organizers of the forum which took place on 24 June in Sofia are the "National [...]
The Institute of Oceanology – BAS celebrates the World Ocean Day
The Institute of Oceanology - BAS organized an educational event in the Sea Garden of Burgas on the occasion of the World Ocean Day on 8 June. The initiative brought together scientists, children, students and [...]
Scientists from the Institute of Oceanology of BAS have also celebrated the World Water Day
Students from over 30 schools and kindergartens as well as residents and guests of Varna participated in the event organized by the Institute of Oceanology - BAS (IO-BAS) on the occasion of World Water Day [...]
World Day for Glaciers is celebrated for the first time
An event on the occasion of the World Day for Glaciers (21 March), World Water Day (22 March) and World Meteorological Day (23 March) with the participation of scientists, students and teachers was held at [...]
Participation of BAS at a World Mining Forum for Critical and Strategic Raw Materials
From March 2nd to 6th, the Convention of the Prospectors and Developers Association of Canada (PDAC'2025) was held in Toronto, Canada ‒ one of the largest forums in the mining industry with 27 thousand participants [...]
A thematic collection presents the results of the “Environmental Protection and Risk Reduction from Adverse Events and Natural Disasters” NSP
The results and innovative achievements of the scientists under the "Environmental Protection and Risk Reduction from Adverse Events and Natural Disasters" National Scientific Programme are presented in a thematic collection of the same name edited [...]
The chemical laboratory of the Institute of Oceanology – BAS receives a certificate of accreditation
The Marine Chemistry Testing Laboratory at the Institute of Oceanology-BAS has received an internationally recognized accreditation certificate from the “Bulgarian Accreditation Service” Executive Agency, according to BDS EN ISO/IEC 17025:2018 which defines the general requirements [...]
BAS hosts the scientific conference “Climate Risks in the Black Sea Region”
The President of BAS Professor Julian Revalski, Member of the Academy, opened the scientific conference "Climate Risks in the Black Sea Region" by stressing the great importance of science in solving large-scale problems such [...]
BAS celebrates World Water Day and World Meteorological Day
World Water Day on 22 March and World Meteorological Day on 23 March were celebrated today at the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences. The event was organized by the Climate, Atmosphere and Water Research Institute of [...]
Participation of BAS in the prestigious international “Future Minerals Forum” in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from 9 to 11 January, hosted the third edition of the Future Minerals Forum - one of the most important conferences for the mining industry, setting global priorities and trends not only [...]
First Arctic expedition of the National Museum of Natural History-BAS
An international scientific expedition to the fjords of Southwest Greenland is taking place in the period 14-31 August 2023. The expedition team includes Assoc. Prof. Dr. Tihomir Stefanov from NMNHS-BAS together with scientists from Denmark, [...]
The Institute of Oceanology of BAS celebrates its 50th anniversary in Varna
The new documentary about the Black Sea "Science for the Sea" with first screening in Varna on 15 July A solemn celebration on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the Institute of Oceanology [...]
BAS awards a GOLD honorary plaquette to the Institute of Oceanology on the occasion of 50 years since its foundation
The Bulgarian Academy of Sciences awarded a GOLD honorary plaquette to the "Prof. Fridtjof Nansen” Institute of Oceanology - Varna for its significant achievements in the research, conservation and sustainable use of the Black Sea [...]
Japanese cherry trees at the Geological Institute of BAS for Earth Day
The Bulgarian Academy of Sciences celebrated the World Earth Day at the initiative of the Geological Institute (GI-BAS) on 21 April. Three cherry trees were planted in front of the Institute's building with the [...]
World Water Day 22 March and World Meteorological Day 23 March
The World Water Day on March 22 and the World Meteorological Day on March 23 were celebrated by representatives of academia, government institutions, business and education at the “Prof. Marin Drinov” Hall of BAS. [...]
75 years Geological Institute of BAS
The Geological Institute "Strashimir Dimitrov" of the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences marked its 75th anniversary with a celebration held on 15 November at “Prof. Marin Drinov” Hall of BAS. The director Prof. Radoslav Nakov presented [...]
BAS celebrated World Water Day – 22 March
With discussions and presentations on important topics for Bulgaria – water management and climate change and water resources in Bulgaria, BAS is celebrating World Water Day – 22 March. The event, which continues tomorrow on [...]
Scientists seek ways to reduce the risk of adverse events and natural disasters
Computer simulations of the climate on the territory of the Balkan Peninsula and the Black Sea region have been developed by scientists under the National Science Programme “Environmental Protection and Reduction of the Risk of [...]