We seek answers to the most fundamental questions of the universe

Join our research at the Department of Quantum Field Theory and Cosmomicrophysics, Faculty of Physics, Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv

About us

We are a leading university in the field of theoretical physics

For over 30 years, the Department of QFTC has been successfully engaged in education and research, aimed at training highly qualified theoretical physicists in the fields of fundamental interactions, cosmology, particle physics, condensed matter theory, and mathematical physics.

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Admissions are now open for the educational program "Quantum Field Theory, Theoretical and Mathematical Physics."

  • This is your opportunity to explore the Universe at its most fundamental level,

  • engage in cutting-edge science on the global stage,

  • and receive a high-quality, rigorous, and future-proof education.

By joining our program, you will gain:

    In-depth knowledge of mathematics and theoretical physics;

    Technical proficiency in Python and C++, along with Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence methods;

    Hands-on research experience working on current problems in physics and mathematics;

    Extensive networking and integration into both Ukrainian and international scientific communities;

    Opportunities for international internships and global career placement.

RESEARCH AREAS

What do we research?

We address the most fundamental questions of nature: from the theory of fundamental interactions to the birth and evolution of the Universe.

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Gravity, Black Holes, and Early Universe Cosmology

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    Challenges in Big Bang Theory and Inflationary Physics
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    Search for Dark Matter, Dark Energy, and Primordial Black Holes
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    Statistical Analysis of Cosmological Observational Data
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Fundamental Interactions and Particle Physics

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    Dark Matter Search within the SHiP Project
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    Modeling Neutrino Masses
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    Researching the Baryon Asymmetry of the Universe
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Condensed Matter and Solid State Physics

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    Physics of Graphene
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    Theory of Dirac and Weyl Semimetals
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    Superfluidity and Superconductivity

PUBLICATIONS

Our Recent Publications

Between 2017 and 2026, our faculty and students have published over 250 research papers in Q1 and Q2 international journals.

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Nature Astronomy | 15 August 2025

Constraints on axion-like particles from active galactic nuclei seen through galaxy clusters

Denys Malyshev, Lidiia Zadorozhna, Yuriy Bidasyuk, Andrea Santangelo & Oleg Ruchayskiy

Physical Review D
23 July 2025

ACT observations, reheating, and Starobinsky and Higgs inflation

DS Zharov, OO Sobol, SI Vilchinskii

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Journal of High Energy Physics 
14 February 2025

On the Schwinger effect during axion inflation

Richard von Eckardstein, Kai Schmitz, Oleksandr Sobol

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Physical Review B
25 August 2025

Viscoelastic tensor and hydrodynamics of altermagnets

AA Herasymchuk, EV Gorbar, PO Sukhachov

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NUMBERS

Our Proudest Achievements

250+

Graduates of the department
working in Ukrainian and
international research centers

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New world-class researchers graduate from our department every year. You could be next.

200+

Research papers published between 2017 and 2025 in Q1 and Q2 international journals

Upcoming Events

We regularly host events for prospective students and science enthusiasts. Stay tuned for updates here and on our Instagram.

  • August 1

    Launch of the 2026 Admissions Campaign

    Don’t miss the opportunity to join us and begin your scientific journey this September!

    Online and on campus