- 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.
