Bogoliubov Laboratory of Theoretical Physics (BLTP) is among the world's leading centres of theoretical physics
Founded by the renowned academician N. N. Bogoliubov in 1960, BLTP is one of the seven main laboratories of the Joint Institute for Nuclear Research (JINR). The scientific program of BLTP covers foundational areas of modern theoretical physics:
- Quantum field theory and elementary particle physics
- Nuclear theory
- Condensed matter theory
- Mathematical physics methods
The Laboratory plays a vital role in shaping theoretical frameworks for major JINR experiments like the NICA collider, the Superheavy Element Factory, the Baikal-GVD neutrino telescope and the IBR-2 reactor.
BLTP acts as a “generator” of interdisciplinary studies and international cooperation
As one of the largest centres, BLTP acts as a “generator” of interdisciplinary studies and international cooperation, thus determining the global scientific agenda of both theoretical and experimental research.
The Laboratory functions as an independent institute within JINR, carrying research into various fields of theoretical physics in close contact with the JINR experimental laboratories. This allows much room for interdisciplinary investigations and direct interaction between theorists and experimenters. The main lines of research at BLTP are quantum field theory and elementary particle physics, nuclear physics, condensed matter theory, and modern mathematical physics. The Laboratory has created a unique scientific potential and accumulated invaluable experience in these fields of theoretical physics.
The personnel of BLTP consists of about 230 scientists with long term contracts, organized in 4 Scientific Departments
Our personnel also includes several dozens of short-term visiting scientists from around the world.
Our scientific output is more that 500 research papers per year, with most of them in leading international scientific journals. See Featured Publications for more details. We organize weekly Seminars and about 15 annual international scientific Meetings.