• Fundamental physical-chemical processes in combustion.
  • Quantum chemical studies of potential energy surfaces of chemical reactions in flames.
  • Kinetics and dynamics of elementary processes.
  • Reaction kinetics and dynamics in extreme environments including astrochemistry and astrobiology.
  • Mathematical modeling of processes in combustion.
  • Laser and optical diagnostics of processes in combustion.
  • Chemical, plasma, and laser initiation of combustion.
  • Formation and destruction of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAH), soot, graphene,and carbonaceous nanoparticles.
  • Chromatography and measurement methods.
  • Ecological issues related to combustion.