QTS-13 international symposium kicks off at YSU

The QTS-13, held biannually in various countries worldwide, aims to gather together theorists focused on quantum physics and symmetry theory.  

This year, Armenia became the host country of the conference. The initiative to hold the international symposium in Armenia, specifically at Yerevan State University, was undertaken by the late George Pogosyan, Doctor of Physical and Mathematical Sciences and former Director of the A. Sisakyan International Center for Advanced Research at YSU. 

This conference aims to honor the value of George Pogosyan’s scientific legacy by bringing together his colleagues and those inspired by his work.

The symposium is specialized, covering profession-specific topics such as geometrical methods (both classical and non-commutative), group theory, Lie and nonlinear algebras, as well as their potential applications in modern quantum physics.

During his welcome speech, Mikayel Hovhannisyan, Vice-Rector for Development and Innovation at YSU, emphasized George Pogosyan’s key role in making this event possible, stating: "It is a great honor for the university to host the XIII International Symposium on Quantum Theory and Symmetries. This is not an ordinary event; it is held in memory of one of our university’s scholars, George Pogosyan."

"This is a unique platform for establishing new scientific cooperation, integrating international scientific potential, and increasing the presence of Armenian scholars on the international stage. Above all, it serves as an expression of gratitude and respect towards the memory of George Pogosyan. His legacy lives not only through us but also through the enduring scientific heritage he created," added the vice-rector. 

The conference organizers pointed out that it was the late George Pogosyan’s dream to see this event held in Yerevan. 

"Today, together, we are bringing George Pogosyan’s cherished dream to life. Although he did not live to see the symposium take place at Yerevan State University—a result of his own initiative—we will fulfill his vision through engaging discussions and professional analysis," emphasized Professor Anahit Balabekyan, Doctor of Physical and Mathematical Sciences, Director of YSU International Center for Advanced Studies, member of the symposium’s advisory committee, and wife of the late professor.

For Levon Mardoyan, a member of the symposium’s advisory committee and one of its organizers, the event holds not only professional significance but also a deeply personal and emotional meaning. 

"George Pogosyan was my friend and colleague. This symposium is taking place today thanks to his initiative and the great efforts he made. Just two years ago, we were still discussing the possibility of organizing this scientific event at YSU.

Unfortunately, I am now the only one left from the old team that once gathered around our teacher, Valery Antonyan. George was the kind of person who always extended a helping hand whenever someone faced difficulties. His absence is now more deeply felt than ever," he said.

Speaking about the participants, Susanna Gaginyan, researcher at YSU Research Institute of Physics and co-organizer of the symposium, noted:

"The number of foreign participants has exceeded 130. Scientists from Germany, France, Italy, China, Korea, Colombia, the United States, and other countries are taking part in the symposium both in-person and online."

The symposium will continue until August 21.