This year, the geological scientific community of Uzbekistan is widely celebrating the 85th anniversary of Alexander Yevgenievich Antonov, Doctor of Geological and Mineralogical Sciences, Professor, and distinguished scientist.

Throughout his scientific and practical career spanning over sixty years, Professor Antonov has made an invaluable contribution to strengthening the country’s mineral resource base, forecasting deposits of gold, non-ferrous and rare metals, and conducting scientific analysis of geological processes. His research in the Chatkal-Kurama zone, Southern Tien Shan, and Kyzylkum regions has laid a solid scientific foundation for the development of geology in our country.

Today, Professor Antonov continues his scientific work, actively participating in the training of young specialists and advancing modern geological research directions.

We congratulate the mentor scientist on his 85th birthday and wish him robust health, long life, scientific blessings, and prosperity!
His scientific legacy and dedication will remain an example for future generations.

Dastur