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Victor BurakovSoviet and Belarusian physicist
Date of Birth: 25.03.1931
Country:  Belarus |
Content:
- Early Life and Education
- Research Career
- Administrative Roles
- Return to the Institute of Physics
- Academic Activities
- Editorial Contributions
- Scientific Contributions
- - Development of laser plasma diagnostics techniques
- Key Achievements
- Recognition and Awards
- - Academician of the ASB (1986)
Early Life and Education
Vasily Ivanovich Burakov was born in the village of Zabolot'e in Belarus in 1929. In 1950, he enrolled in the Faculty of Physics and Mathematics at the Belarusian State University.
Research Career
After graduating in 1955, Burakov joined the Institute of Physics at the Academy of Sciences of Belarus (ASB), where he became a leading researcher in the field of spectroscopy. In 1977, he earned his doctorate in physics and mathematics, and in 1980, he was elected as a Corresponding Member of the ASB.
Administrative Roles
From 1969 to 1977, Burakov served as Deputy Director for Scientific Work at the Institute of Physics. In 1983, he was appointed Director of the Experimental and Production Enterprise for the Manufacture of Unique Physical Instruments and Equipment of the USSR Academy of Sciences.
Return to the Institute of Physics
In 1987, Burakov returned to the Institute of Physics as Head of Laboratory. He played a pivotal role in establishing the Institute of Molecular and Atomic Physics, serving as its Director-Organizer in 1992-1993 and Head of the Laser Plasma Diagnostics Laboratory from 1992 onwards.
Academic Activities
Burakov held several key academic positions:- Member of the Presidium of the ASB (1989-1992)
- Academic Secretary of the Department of Physics, Mathematics, and Informatics (1992-1997)
- Advisor to the Presidium of the National Academy of Sciences of Belarus (1997-2002)
Editorial Contributions
From 1990 to 1992, Burakov served as Editor-in-Chief of the "Journal of Applied Spectroscopy." He also held the same position for the journal "Vestsi of NASB. Series of Physics-Mathematical Sciences" from 1992 to 1997.
Scientific Contributions
Burakov's research focused on spectroscopy, quantum electronics, and plasma physics. His notable contributions include:
- Development and implementation of emission spectral analysis methods in industry
- Development of laser plasma diagnostics techniques
- Elucidation of the laws governing the interaction of radiation with plasma and nonlinear optical phenomena in plasma
- Development of methods for controlling laser radiation characteristics (e.g., frequency) using plasma
Key Achievements
- Led the creation of the first excimer laser in Belarus- Established an analytical method for selective laser spectroscopy
- Developed an automated intracavity spectrometer for high-sensitivity measurements
- Contributed to the creation of diagnostic complexes for plasma monitoring in Tokamak facilities
- Explored physical and chemical processes in plasma, paving the way for the development of new materials through cluster and nanoparticle synthesis
Recognition and Awards
Burakov's scientific achievements earned him numerous awards and honors, including:
- Academician of the ASB (1986)
- Honored Scientist of the BSSR (1980)- Author of over 250 scientific publications and 8 inventions
