Anela Ivanova

Anela Ivanova is a Professor at the Department of Physical Chemistry, Faculty of Chemistry and Pharmacy, Sofia University 'St. Kl. Ohridski'. She has served as Dean of the Faculty since 2023 and leads the Laboratory of Quantum and Computational Chemistry. Her academic career spans over two decades, with roles from Senior Assistant Professor to her current Professorship.

Her research focuses on

• Molecular mechanisms of drug delivery systems
• Optical properties of organic light emitters
• Interfacial physicochemical systems
• Spin-hybrid complexes
• Computational protocol development

Recent publications highlight her expertise in molecular dynamics simulations, quantum chemistry, and computational drug design. She has received international recognition through fellowships including Marie-Curie, Humboldt, and COST STSM programs.

Scientific awards include

• BioExcel Goodwill Ambassador
• Marie-Curie Fellowship
• Humboldt Research Fellowship
• Short-Term Scientific Missions (STSM) within COST P12

She supervises computational projects on drug vectors, organic emitters, and membrane transport. Her lab collaborates with European institutions including Max Planck Institute and CNRS.