1) Vernadsky V.I. and applied problems of geology.
2) Theoretical achievements of fundamental sciences are the basis for the development of applied directions of geology.
3) Scientific principles of creation of new applied mining and geological directions in Ukraine.
4) Geochemical, mineralogical and geophysical methods and criteria for searching and evaluating mineral deposits.
5) Mineralogy and applied geology.
6) Scientific support of geological exploration and mining works.
7) Mineralogical mapping: achievements, problem, prospects.
8) Development of geological prospecting, MSK and environmental problems.
9) Problems of technological mineralogy.
10) Development of scientific and educational literature for the needs of geological exploration and training.