Latest news from the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences
The Order of Academic Palms of the Republic of France
The French Minister of Education has conferred the Order of Academic Palms of the Republic of France (L'ordre des Palmes académiques, grade de chevalier) for 2025 upon Prof. Roumiana Preshlenova from the Institute of Balkan [...]
The President of the European Research Council visits BAS
The President of BAS, Corr. Memb. Evelina Slavcheva, met today at the Academy with Prof. Maria Leptin, President of the European Research Council. The meeting was attended by Corr. Memb. Evdokia Pasheva, Vice-President of BAS, [...]
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 [...]
MUSICORUM VIA presents “Music in Black and White”
Pianists from the Instrumental Faculty of the National Music Academy performed works by composers Franz Schubert, Ferenc Liszt, Robert Schumann, Pancho Vladigerov, Béla Bartók, Alexander Scriabin, Igor Stravinsky, and Guido Agosti. The piano concert [...]
The “BAS presents:” initiative has begun
Yana Petkova-Karakashova's exhibition "On the Road" is on display in the foyer of the Academy until November 21. The “BAS Presents:” initiative began on November 10 at the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences with the [...]
BAS Team wins award for open science
A research team led by Prof. Desislava Paneva-Marinova from the Institute of Mathematics and Informatics of BAS was awarded the first prize for overall contribution to open science “ORBIT” 2025. The Deputy Minister of Education [...]
Award for “Correct and Rich Bulgarian Language in Journalism” for Kiril Valchev
The Governing Council of BAS awarded the Director General of the Bulgarian News Agency (BTA) Kiril Valchev with the distinction “For Correct and Rich Bulgarian Language in Journalism.” The President of the Academy, Corr. Memb. [...]
The International Center for Mathematical Sciences presents its new research groups
The President of BAS, Corr. Memb. Evelina Slavcheva, participated in the official opening of a conference of the International Center for Mathematical Sciences (ICMS) at the Institute of Mathematics and Informatics of the Bulgarian Academy [...]
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 [...]
The Azerbaijan National Academy of Sciences celebrates 80 years since its founding
The Azerbaijan National Academy of Sciences (ANAS) celebrated its 80th anniversary from November 2 to 5. Among the guests of honor at the Academy was Corresponding Member Evelina Slavcheva, President of BAS. The solemn celebration [...]
Strategic partnership in Plovdiv: science and institutions join efforts for crisis and disaster management
On November 4, 2025, a workshop was held at the Regional Administration - Plovdiv on the topic: "Space Technologies and Innovations in Support of Effective Crisis and Disaster Management". The event was organized by the [...]
The Hungarian Academy of Sciences celebrates its 200th anniversary
Between November 3 and 5, the Hungarian Academy of Sciences (HAS) celebrated its bicentennial with a series of events. The program of jubilee initiatives included a festive concert, an international conference entitled “Past, Present, and [...]
Malta Conference of the European Alliance of Academies on Arts and Migration
An international interdisciplinary scientific conference “The Arts and Migration(s): Reflections and Responsibilities” was held in Valletta, Malta. The forum was organized by the European Alliance of Academies in partnership with the Arts Council Malta. The [...]
MUSICORUM VIA: Concert by winners of prestigious competitions
The Bulgarian Academy of Sciences hosted another concert from the traditional series that delight the capital's audience with performances by talented young people – part of the joint initiative "MUSICORUM VIA. Two academies – one [...]
BAS participates in ANSO General Assembly
On October 30-31, Prof. Dr. Neli Koseva, Scientific Secretary-General of the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences, participated in the fourth General Assembly of the Alliance of National and International Science Organizations for the Belt and [...]
Bulgaria in the digital exhibition of the Central European Initiative (CEI) on intangible cultural heritage
Within the framework of Serbia's presidency of the Central European Initiative (CEI) in 2025, the Ministry of Culture of the Republic of Serbia has invited member states to contribute to a digital exhibition dedicated to [...]
BAS: Every era needs its enlighteners
Solemn meeting for the National Enlighteners Day The Bulgarian Academy of Sciences marked the National Enlighteners Day with a solemn meeting held in the “Prof. Marin Drinov” Hall. “This year marks the 175th anniversary of [...]
BAS participates in round table on women in innovation
Scientific achievements demonstrated by women's teams from BAS The topic of “Women in Innovation” was discussed by participants at a round table organized by the Ladies’ Forum Association which took place on October 30 at [...]
Scientists from BAS receive awards from the Ministry of Culture
Сн. Министерство на културата Photo: Ministry of Culture Corresponding member Vladko Panayotov and the director of the National Archaeological Institute with Museum at BAS, Assoc. Prof. Hristo Popov, were awarded a plaquette [...]
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 [...]
The first interdisciplinary hackathon of the PhD Training Center of BAS brings together young scientists with innovative ideas
The first interdisciplinary hackathon “Young Researchers on a Mission: innovations for a better life in Sofia” organized by the PhD Training Center of the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences took place from October 21 to 23 [...]
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 [...]
Silver medal in the “Inventor of the Year” competition for scientists of BAS
A team from the Space Research and Technology Institute of BAS has been awarded a silver medal in the Inventor of the Year competition for three inventions registered in 2024. Prof. Dr. Garo Mardirossian, Prof. [...]