Physics Division

The Physics Division of the European Academy of Sciences brings together distinguished scientists working across fundamental and applied physics, promoting excellence in theoretical and experimental research and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration.

The Division is coordinated by its Head of Division (HoD), supported by a Scientific Committee composed of up to four Members. In accordance with the Statutes and Bylaws of EurASc, both the Head of Division and the Scientific Committee are elected by the Active Members of the Division.

They serve three-year mandates, renewable up to two times, contributing to the evaluation of new member nominations, the identification of scientific priorities, and the development of the Division’s activities.

The Physics Division plays a central role in advancing scientific knowledge, supporting technological innovation, and contributing to the selection of candidates for EurASc awards.

The current leadership and statistics of the Division are presented below.

Tejinder Virdee

Head of Division (Interim)

Prof. Sir Tejinder Virdee serves as Head of the Physics Division of EurASc, bringing internationally recognised expertise in particle physics and large-scale experimental collaborations, and contributing to the advancement of scientific excellence and interdisciplinary research within the Academy. His current mandate runs from May 2025 to April 2028.

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Scientific Committee of the Division

The Scientific Committee of the Division is composed of elected Members who support the Head of Division in the evaluation of nominations, the development of scientific activities, and the identification of research priorities within the field.

The current members of the Scientific Committee were elected by the Active Members of the Division for the term 1 May 2025 – 30 April 2028.

Antonio Bianconi

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Chiara Mariotti  

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Luis Oliveira e Silva

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