National Centre of Excellence Mechatronics and Clean Technologies

Laboratory instrumentation at the Centre: a close-up of a measuring head and sample holder
A researcher demonstrates the PREVAC vacuum thin-film deposition system to visitors
Three researchers in one of the Centre's laboratories with an optical bench and photonics equipment
Three researchers in one of the Centre's laboratories with an optical bench and photonics equipment

Our vision

The National Centre of Excellence Mechatronics and Clean Technologies aims to be a leading research and innovation structure that brings together the potential of Bulgarian science, industry and society. The Centre promotes the development of high technologies and smart solutions for a more sustainable economy and a better future.

  • Building a world-class research infrastructure.
  • Establishing Bulgaria as a regional leader in mechatronics and clean technologies.
  • Promoting innovation that supports the transition to a smart and green economy.
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A researcher demonstrates the PREVAC vacuum thin-film deposition system to visitors

Our mission

The mission of the Centre is to support the Bulgarian research and industrial ecosystem through modern infrastructure, highly qualified specialists and partnerships with business. Through its programmes and laboratories, the Centre creates the conditions for real scientific results that can be applied in the economy and in society.

  • Conducting fundamental and applied research of practical value.
  • Promoting technology transfer between science and industry.
  • Creating opportunities for the professional development of scientists, engineers and young researchers.
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Official opening of the National Centre of Excellence: the ribbon-cutting ceremony outside the building

Our achievements

During the first stage of its activity (2017-2022) the Centre built a modern research infrastructure and attracted leading scientists and specialists. In the new period (2024-2029) it is entering an operational phase focused on sustainable development and international cooperation.

 

  • Three campuses built – Geo Milev, Studentski Grad and Lozenets – equipped with state-of-the-art instrumentation.
  • 18 leading institutes and universities brought together in a single structure for scientific excellence.
  • Successfully completed projects and research in the fields of mechatronics, microelectronics and clean technologies.
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Structure

Organisational structure of the National Centre of Excellence Mechatronics and Clean Technologies

Organisational structure of the National Centre of Excellence "Mechatronics and Clean Technologies"
Campuses

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Research results

Fundamental and applied research in the fields of mechatronics, microelectronics and clean technologies.

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