- Fundamental physical-chemical processes in extreme conditions.
- Reaction kinetics and dynamics in extreme conditions including astrochemistry and astrobiology.
- Quantum chemical studies of potential energy surfaces of chemical reactions.
- Kinetics and dynamics of elementary processes.
- Waves and oscillations in solar, stellar and interstellar plasmas.
- Mathematical modeling of processes in extreme conditions.
- Laser and optical diagnostics of processes in combustion.
- Chemical, plasma, and laser initiation of combustion.
- Formation and destruction of PAH, soot, graphene, and carbonaceous nanoparticles.
- Ecological issues related to combustion.