Science is the foundation of technology and innovation. For almost 8 decades, the A. Alikhanyan National Scientific Laboratory (ASL), the Yerevan Institute of Physics, has been guided by this approach. Since its foundation in 1943, ASL has occupied leading positions in the region in the field of fundamental research.
The wide range of achievements recorded in the field of physics proves that it is one of the most developed and continuously developing directions of science in Armenia. The challenges of the 21st century, pandemics and wars, have shown that the only effective force to withstand disasters in a developed and rapidly changing world is constantly developing science. The A. Alikhanyan National Scientific Laboratory is developing in response to changing priorities, contributing to the solution of the problems facing the country. Using all the potential and capabilities in fundamental and applied sciences, leading scientists in the field of physics develop new ideas, including those aimed at innovation and the creation of new technologies.
The AAGL is a modern center of science and technology, whose scientific researchers and skilled technical personnel are capable of solving the most serious scientific problems. The center honorably maintains the status of a leading scientific institution in the region, carrying out competitive and innovative research of a world level. It is a full member of the international scientific community and cooperates with more than 50 countries, occupying a firm position on the world map of science, participating in major international research programs. Currently, a wide field of research and achievements has been formed in the field of physics, where Armenian physicists and astronomers, with their active participation, have authored a number of brilliant scientific results.

Mission

The mission of the National Scientific Laboratory is to conduct advanced research in the field of physics, create comprehensive scientific capabilities, and apply scientific and technological solutions that will meet national needs, improve the security, health, and economic well-being of the citizens of the Republic of Armenia, and address modern challenges.
The implementation of the AAGL mission is based on fundamental and applied research in the areas of theoretical and experimental physics, particle and nuclear physics, materials science, and the study of cosmic rays, the implementation of accelerator research, and the use and development of advanced computer approaches in the fields of artificial intelligence and machine learning.
Being a leader in the field of fundamental sciences, AAGL aims to develop the science-education, science-technology connection, which will enable AAGL to direct its scientific potential to effectively solve existing problems.
In parallel, the availability of scientific instruments such as the 75 MeV linear electron accelerator and the 18 MeV proton beam (C18/18) enable AAGL scientists to conduct research in the fields of nuclear physics and materials science. Of particular value are the ultra-precise device designed and created by AAGL scientists for measuring ultra-short time intervals, as well as devices for recording changes in the electric field and elementary particle flows in the atmosphere, which, in addition to research purposes, have important applied significance and can be used for purposes aimed at solving security problems.

Opportunities

Fundamental scientific research is of primary importance for applied research and is thus a crucial prerequisite for achieving applied results. The potential of the National Laboratory is a unique opportunity to ensure the progress and development of the energy, national security, healthcare, environmental protection and other sectors of the Republic of Armenia. In the modern world, quantum technologies and artificial intelligence are at the heart of the economic revolution. In recent years, the Alikhanyan National Laboratory has been actively cooperating with companies representing the Information Technology sector to develop innovative programs with high mutual efficiency and implement them in various sectors of the economy.
The National Laboratory aims to promote innovation. The experience and skills of AAGL scientists are the best guarantee of their potential in the field of technologies and cooperation with various industrial groups. The commercialization of technologies developed as a result of cooperation with industries will create high-paying jobs and contribute to increasing the economic competitiveness of our country.
As the largest scientific research center in the field of physics, the AAGL has been providing high-quality education for master's and doctoral students for many years, organizing and implementing international conferences, workshops, seminars, exchange of experience, and summer camps.

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The vision of the AAGL is to become a regional center of excellence for advanced scientific research in high-energy physics and astrophysics, cosmic ray physics, nuclear physics and nuclear medicine, materials science and related applied fields, and the development of quantum and information technologies.
One of the strategic goals of the AAGL is to expand the scope of scientific research and apply modern standards in order to increase efficiency, achieve applied results and develop innovation, as well as to train scientific personnel and implement a natural generational change in science.
Long-term investments are extremely important in the field of science. In this regard, the preservation and development of the school of fundamental research is of essential importance, which is the main guarantee of the creation of technologies in Armenia and their practical application.

AAGL STRATEGIC ISSUES

• to conduct world-class high-quality research,
• to fully utilize the existing scientific potential and capabilities
• to support the implementation of scientific research in Armenia by equipping itself with appropriate scientific equipment
• to cooperate with scientific, educational institutions and organizations in the information technology and military-industrial sectors, bridging science to technology and the economy
• to expand active research activities in the field of quantum technologies, which are already considered revolutionary in the field of physics