Dr. Aigars Atvars is a leading researcher at the Institute of Astronomy, University of Latvia. He obtained his PhD in 2008 at the University of Latvia by performing theoretical simulations of atom–light interaction processes in sodium atoms (Rb, Cs). The current research interests of A. Atvars lie in calculations and simulations of various optical processes, including light propagation in whispering gallery mode resonators. A. Atvars is active in the preparation and implementation of various research projects.