Research division
Nanosciences, New Materials and Technologies
Institutes and Academic Specialized Units
Margarita Popova
Scientific secretary of division 3. Nanosciences, new materials and technologies
margarita.popova@orgchm.bas.bg
Institute of Organic Chemistry with Centre of Phytochemistry
The research focus in the division is on advanced materials and innovative technologies which are a guarantee of sustainable economic and social growth. Interdisciplinary fundamental and applied scientific research in the field of chemistry, physics and technology is carried out.
A new generation of (nano) materials with defined and desirable properties and controlled structure are created, designed for a wide range of applications in medicine and pharmacy, electronics and photonics, environmental protection, restoration and conservation of cultural and historical heritage and national security.
Innovative and highly efficient (nano) technologies are developed to produce high added value products some of which have been implemented by national and international companies. Leading research in the country is conducted in the field of “green”, energy-efficient and resource-efficient use of raw materials, natural resources, materials from renewable sources as well as recovery of waste and by-products from various industries. New functional materials and technologies that are effective for air, water and soil purification are created.
The available and largely renewed scientific base and the modern and high-tech infrastructure that has been purchased speak of the high quality of the research carried out by the division. With the aid of the equipment, modern analyses are performed and modern methods of characterization are used which is a guarantee for conducting competitive research and development activities.
News
International scientific exchange and technology transfer at the “Clean&Circle” CoC
In July 2026, the “Clean&Circle” Center of Competence and the Institute of Organic Chemistry with Center for Phytochemistry of BAS hosted a series of events dedicated to scientific exchange, innovation, and the practical application of [...]
A young chemist from BAS meets with Nobel laureates in Lindau
Anna Prancheva, a researcher at the Institute of Polymers of the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences, participated in the 75th anniversary meeting of Nobel laureates with young scientists in Lindau, Germany (June 28–July 3, 2026). In [...]
17th scientific session “Young Scientists in the World of Polymers”
The 17th scientific session “Young Scientists in the World of Polymers” was held on June 4, 2026, at the Institute of Polymers – BAS. It is organized annually in June by the Institute of Polymers [...]
New developments in the field of green technologies
Scientists from the Institute of Electronics at BAS today demonstrated prototypes of sensors designed to measure pesticide and nitrate levels in water and nitrogen dioxide levels in the air. Among the researchers’ latest developments [...]
Prof. Ivan Shopov Award for an outstanding young scientist in the field of polymers for 2026
Anna Prancheva from the Institute of Polymers at the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences is the winner of the Union of Bulgarian Chemists’ Award for “Outstanding Young Scientist in the Field of Polymers”, named after [...]
Lecture on “Laser-induced nuclear fusion – a new physical paradigm”
On January 13, Assoc. Prof. Ekaterina Yordanova, Director of the Institute of Solid State Physics at BAS, delivered the first public lecture for 2026 in “The World of Physics – Live” lecture series at the [...]
Sensors and self-cleaning surfaces for solar panels created by scientists from the Institute of Electronics
Sensors for measuring air and water pollution and self-cleaning surfaces for photovoltaic panels are being developed by scientists from the Institute of Electronics at BAS as part of a project funded by the National Recovery [...]
Ministry of Innovation and Growth will support a project of ISSP-BAS with potential for a breakthrough in global science
The project involves laser-induced controlled nuclear fusion and has the potential for a breakthrough in global science and nuclear energy production The Ministry of Innovation and Growth will support with BGN 10 million a [...]
Bulgarian scientists develop surface coatings and alloys for aviation and aerospace technologies
Innovative surface coatings with potential for wide application in the field of mechanical engineering and high technology are being developed by scientists from the Institute of Electronics of BAS. Researchers have improved the mechanical properties [...]
Best thesis developed at the Institute of Polymers
Assistant Professor Rumena Stancheva at the Institute of Polymers-BAS has won the “AQUACHIM” award of the Union of Chemists in Bulgaria for the “Best Thesis” defended in 2024 for the Master’s degree. Chemists and chemical [...]
Nanoparticles created by our and foreign scientists will be applicable in the fight against cancer
Scientists from Bulgaria, Slovakia, Serbia and the Czech Republic are joining forces in the SeNaTa project - "Self-heating magnetic nanoconstructs for theranostic applications", coordinated by the Institute of Catalysis – BAS and headed by [...]
Scientific breakthrough by Bulgarian scientists leads to change in the study of physical processes in thermonuclear fusion
Dr. Jernej Kovačič Scientists at the BAS Institute of Electronics have developed a device called the Retarding Field Analyzer which is used to conduct experiments to achieve controlled fusion. The device [...]
“Advances in Materials Sciences and Photonics” International Conference organized by IOMT
The Institute of Optical Materials and Technologies (IOMT) hosted the "Advances in Materials Sciences and Photonics" second international conference AMSP'25, funded by the Bulgarian National Science Fund. The conference, which took place from 15 to [...]
“Polymers 2025” National Symposium with international participation
The 21st National Symposium "Polymers 2025" with international participation was held from 29 June to 2 July in Kazanlak. The forum was launched in 1967 and over the years, it had established itself as the [...]
Science and Technology Fair – curiosity is the engine of knowledge
The Institute of Solid State Physics - BAS and Science Me Up organized a science and technology fair on June 7 at the Scientific Complex 2 of BAS. The event attracted the attention of more [...]
Deputy Prime Minister Tomislav Donchev holds a meeting with scientists from BAS
They have discussed the possibilities of support from the Ministry of Innovation and Growth for a Bulgarian development on laser fusion generation Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Innovation and Growth Tomislav Donchev has visited [...]
Scientists at IOMT – BAS develop key materials for future ultrathin spintronics
Schema of the graphene - PdSe2 device to study the proximity effect induced by PdSe2 (F1-F4 ferromagnetic contacts, 2 metal contacts (in grey)) Researchers from the "Acad. Jordan Malinowski” Institute of Optical Materials and [...]
Prof. Ivan Shopov Award for outstanding young scientist in the field of polymers
Assistant Professor Ina Anastasova from the Institute of Polymers of the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences is the winner of the award of the Union of Chemists in Bulgaria "Outstanding Young Scientist in the Field of [...]
Innovative antimicrobial coatings shown by European scientists in Sofia
Scientists from 15 European countries are discussing their latest developments in the field of antimicrobial coatings for use in public buildings at Sofia Tech Park. The meeting is taking place today and tomorrow and is [...]
Bulgarian scientists develop antibacterial surfaces for repairing damaged bone tissue
Antibacterial surfaces with applications in repairing damaged bone tissue are being developed by scientists at the Institute of Electronics of BAS. The research has used ultrashort-pulse lasers to enhance the antibacterial properties of ceramic and [...]
Open Doors Day at the Institute of Polymers
The Institute of Polymers-BAS organized an information campaign "Open Doors Day" which took place on 26 November. The initiative was attended by a record number of visitors who had the opportunity to explore the scientific [...]
Honorary plaquette SILVER of BAS for the Institute of Mineralogy and Crystallography
The Bulgarian Academy of Sciences awarded the "Acad. Ivan Kostov" Institute of Mineralogy and Crystallography (IMC) with a SILVER plaquette at a solemn celebration held at BAS. The award is presented on the occasion [...]
Conference on advanced electrochemical research organized by the Institute of Physical Chemistry
BELCHEM 2024: Electrochemistry for environmental protection, life quality improvement and sustainable energy conference was held from 25 to 28 September in Haskovo. The event was organized by the Institute of Physical Chemistry of BAS [...]
Project meeting between the Institute of Optical Materials and Technologies and National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, Taiwan
A working meeting of the teams of the bilateral cooperation project between the Institute of Optical Materials and Technologies (IOMT-BAS) and National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, Taiwan, was held at the Center of Excellence [...]