American Physical Society (APS) Fellow, Division of Nuclear Physics, 2012 • Department of Energy Early Career Award, Nuclear Physics, 2012 • Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers (PECASE), 2008 • J. Robert Oppenheimer Fellowship, 2004-2007 • Eureka Foundation Fellowship, 1997 • St. Cyril and St. Methodius International Foundation & Ministry of Education Recognition for Outstanding Academic Achievements, 1997-1998 • Sofia University Fellowship (top of the class), 1990-1995