Nikolai Denkov

Bulgarian Prime Minister and physicist

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Bulgarian Prime Minister and physicist

Nikolai Denkov, a Bulgarian politician and scientist, has served as the Prime Minister of Bulgaria since June 2023. He has a background in physics, physical chemistry, and chemistry, and is affiliated with the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences.

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1962-09-03

Nikolai Denkov's Birth

Nikolai Denkov was born on September 3, 1962, in Stara Zagora, Bulgaria. He later moved to Sofia for his education.

1980

Nikolai Denkov Graduates from National Gymnasium for Science and Mathematics

In 1980, Nikolai Denkov graduated from the National Gymnasium for Science and Mathematics in Sofia, Bulgaria.

1987

Nikolai Denkov Completes Master's Degree

In 1987, Nikolai Denkov completed his master's degree in chemistry and pharmacy at the St. Kliment-Ohridski University in Sofia.

1993

Nikolai Denkov Obtains Doctorate

In 1993, Nikolai Denkov defended his dissertation and obtained his doctorate.

1997

Nikolai Denkov Begins Academic Career

Nikolai Denkov started his academic career as an adjunct lecturer in 1997.

2008

Nikolai Denkov Becomes Professor at University of Sofia

In 2008, Nikolai Denkov became a professor of physical chemistry at the University of Sofia.

2010

Nikolai Denkov Receives 'Pythagoras' Award

In 2010, Nikolai Denkov was awarded the highest national award 'Pythagoras' for scientific achievements by the Bulgarian Ministry of Education and Science.

2013

Nikolai Denkov Receives Medal of Honor with Blue Ribbon

In 2013, Nikolai Denkov received the Medal of Honor with Blue Ribbon from the University of Sofia.

2019

Nikolai Denkov Receives Solvay Prize

In 2019, Nikolai Denkov was awarded the Solvay Prize of the European Colloid and Interface Society (ECIS) for his research achievements.

2021-05-12

Nikolai Denkov Becomes Interim Minister for Education and Science

On May 12, 2021, Nikolai Denkov became the interim minister for education and science in the acting governments of Yanev I and Yanev II during the COVID-19 pandemic.

2023-06-06

Nikolai Denkov Becomes Prime Minister of Bulgaria

Nikolai Denkov assumed office as the Prime Minister of Bulgaria on June 6, 2023.

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