Russian President Vladimir Putin congratulated the Vice President of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Academician Alferov, on his 85th birthday.
"You rightfully belong to the constellation of eminent scientists whose services have been recognised by the highest national and international awards and Nobel laureates," the congratulatory message reads. Your fundamental research and development of new frontiers of knowledge have made a significant contribution to the development of cutting-edge areas of scientific thought."
"Sincere respect also for your fruitful mentoring, organizational and social activities, which you have always paid great attention to. You are a true patriot of Russia and constantly prove that through your work and devoted service to the Fatherland," President Putin is quoted by TASS.
