site.btaNew Programme Aims to Advance Qualifications in Nuclear Technologies and Engineering

The Council of Ministers approved the National Programme for Advancing Qualifications in Nuclear Technologies and Nuclear Engineering, the Government Information Service said here on Wednesday. The programme aims to update the current research infrastructure and build new facilities. It also focuses on offering competitive career development for doctoral and postdoctoral researchers in the nuclear field and creating a dynamic work environment for participants through research initiatives.

Funding is available for scientific organizations and higher education institutions that conduct research and are accredited for training in nuclear energy and related nuclear sciences.

By adopting activities grounded in leading European and global practices, the programme aims to strengthen human resources and advance higher education, science, and innovation in nuclear energy and related nuclear sciences, technologies, and engineering.

The programme has a budget of BGN 8,500,000 and is scheduled to be completed by the end of 2030.