Faculty of Physics, Vilnius University
The Young Minds 14th Leadership Meeting will take place at the Faculty of Physics of Vilnius University (VU), the largest centre for physics education and research in Lithuania. Located in the “Saulėtekis” (Sunrise) valley, it is an important part of Lithuania’s scientific and academic environment.
The Faculty of Physics is one of the academic units of Vilnius University, one of the oldest universities in the region, offering full-cycle studies at Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD levels and preparing specialists in physics, photonics, and related high-technology fields. Its graduates go on to work in research institutions, technology development, and academia, contributing to the advancement of science and innovation.
Research at the faculty is carried out through several departments and research centres:
- Institute of Applied Electrodynamics and Telecommunications
- Institute of Chemical Physics
- Institute of Photonics and Nanotechnology
- Laser Research Center
- Institute of Theoretical Physics and Astronomy
- Experimental Nuclear and Particle Physics Centre (sui generis)
Together, these units cover a broad spectrum of modern physics, ranging from fundamental research to applied science and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Students are involved in research activities from the early stages of their studies and regularly participate in international collaborations, conferences, and student scientific initiatives. The faculty also hosts a vibrant student community and encourages extracurricular engagement through long-standing student initiatives and organisations such as FiDi and Open Readings, which have been an integral part of faculty life for decades.
National Centre for Physical and Technological Sciences (NFTMC)
Part of the Young Minds 14th Leadership Meeting programme will take place at the National Centre for Physical and Technological Sciences (NFTMC), the largest research facility in the Baltic States.
NFTMC houses the Center for Physical Sciences and Technology (FTMC), the Vilnius University Faculty of Physics (VU FF), and Vilnius Tech research facilities. These institutions, while independent, are united by their contributions to advancing scientific discovery and innovation.
Located in the “Saulėtekis” (Sunrise) valley, the centre provides modern laboratories and shared research infrastructure that support interdisciplinary collaboration and international scientific partnerships.