# Institute for the Study of Societies and Knowledge

> research institute in Sofia, Bulgaria

**Wikidata**: [Q12281768](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q12281768)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/institute-for-the-study-of-societies-and-knowledge

## Summary
The Institute for the Study of Societies and Knowledge is a research institute located in Sofia, Bulgaria, and part of the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences. It was established in 2010 and focuses primarily on sociology and research.

## Key Facts
- **Founded:** 2010
- **Location:** Sofia, Bulgaria (Coordinates: 42.69694444444445°N, 23.32777777777778°E)
- **Affiliation:** Bulgarian Academy of Sciences (Parent Organization)
- **Official Language(s):** Bulgarian (wikipedia_languages: bg)
- **Unique Identifiers:** ROR ID: 03tg0tp84, GRID ID: grid.435087.d, VIAF ID: 291622914, EU Participant ID: 968696321, EU VAT Number: BG175906003
- **Website:** https://ips-bas.org/
- **Field of Work:** Sociology, Research
- **Sitelink Count:** 1

## FAQs
### Q: When was the Institute for the Study of Societies and Knowledge established?
A: The institute was established in 2010.

### Q: What is the primary affiliation of the Institute for the Study of Societies and Knowledge?
A: It is part of the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences.

### Q: What are the main research fields of the Institute for the Study of Societies and Knowledge?
A: The institute primarily focuses on sociology and research.

### Q: Where is the Institute for the Study of Societies and Knowledge located?
A: The institute is headquartered in Sofia, Bulgaria.

### Q: Is the Institute for the Study of Societies and Knowledge connected to other Bulgarian academic institutions?
A: Yes, it is a constituent part of the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences.

## Why It Matters
The Institute for the Study of Societies and Knowledge holds significance as a specialized research center within Bulgaria's premier scientific institution, the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences. It contributes to the development of sociological knowledge and research methodologies within the Bulgarian context, providing an academic foundation for understanding societal structures and dynamics. Its affiliation with the Academy provides it with stability, resources, and integration into the national scientific ecosystem, making it a relevant actor for sociological research in Bulgaria. It represents Bulgaria's structured approach to social sciences at the national academy level.

## Notable For
- Being a dedicated sociology research institute established within the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences in 2010.
- Holding the specific ROR identifier 03tg0tp84 and GRID identifier grid.435087.d distinguishing it within international research registries.
- Operating under the EU VAT number BG175906003 and EU participant identification code 968696321.
- Its explicit focus on sociology as a primary field of work, alongside general research activities.
- Its headquarters being located at specific coordinates (42.69694444444445°N, 23.32777777777778°E) in Sofia.

## Body
### Basic Characteristics
- **Entity Type:** Research Institute (instance_of: research institute)
- **Formal Name:** Institute for the Study of Societies and Knowledge
- **Location:** Sofia, Bulgaria (headquarters: Sofia, Bulgaria, with qualifiers specifying latitude 42.69694444444445 and longitude 23.32777777777778)
- **Established:** 2010
- **Primary Language:** Bulgarian (wikipedia_languages: bg)

### Organization and Affiliation
- **Parent Organization:** Bulgarian Academy of Sciences
- **Part of:** Bulgarian Academy of Sciences
- **Organizational Context:** Functions as a research institute within the structure of the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences.

### Identifiers
- **ROR ID:** 03tg0tp84
- **GRID ID:** grid.435087.d
- **VIAF ID:** 291622914
- **Nl CR Aut ID:** ko2016927906 (qualifier: P1810 'Institut za izsledvane na obšestvata i znanieto (Bălgarska akademija na naukite)')
- **Library of Congress Authority ID:** no2013086276
- **IDref ID:** 16244852X
- **EU VAT Number:** BG175906003
- **EU Participant Identification Code:** 968696321
- **Sitelink Count:** 1 (across Wikidata)

### Research Focus
- **Field of Work:**
  - Sociology (with reference to P248: Q13550863, P691: ko2016927906, P813: 2023-06-27)
  - Research (with reference to P248: Q13550863, P691: ko2016927906, P813: 2023-06-27)

## References

1. Czech National Authority Database
2. Virtual International Authority File