The message reads, in part:

"You gave more than 50 years of your life to the Kurchatov Institute. You ascended the entire career ladder and today you are the president of this renowned research centre. Such areas of science as fusion research and plasma energy are difficult to imagine without your work. Your students have commendably furthered the traditions of Russian science.

Successfully combining professional and public activities, you are making a great contribution to the building of a new, modern and strong Russia.

I wish you good health, happiness and all the best."