It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Mykhailo Pavlovych Perepechai on November 11, 2026, at the age of 77. He was a Candidate of Physical and Mathematical Sciences, Associate Professor, long-serving lecturer at the Department of Quantum Radiophysics, and Dean of the Faculty of Radiophysics from 1993 to 2002.
Mykhailo Pavlovych devoted his entire professional life to the university’s Faculty of Radiophysics. He entered the faculty in 1966 and graduated with honors in 1971. He then enrolled in postgraduate studies at the Department of Radio Measurements, where he began a distinguished academic career, progressing from assistant lecturer to a leading associate professor at the Department of Quantum Radiophysics. M. P. Perepechai devoted considerable time and energy to the department, consistently paying close attention to the organization of the educational process.
During difficult years for the university, Mykhailo Pavlovych successfully served as Dean. His many years of dedicated work in recruiting and educating highly qualified radiophysics specialists earned him great authority and respect among students and colleagues. As Dean, he paid particular attention to attracting talented young people to the department and faculty. Even after retiring from teaching, he maintained close ties with his colleagues and remained interested in the life of the faculty and university.
Mykhailo Pavlovych was a true university man, for whom academic values were not merely external principles but an integral part of his character. He always generously shared his knowledge and wisdom, educating several generations of students. This is how he will remain in the grateful memory and hearts of the university community.
The cherished memory of Mykhailo Pavlovych will forever remain in the hearts of his colleagues and everyone who had the privilege of working alongside him.
The faculty community extends its heartfelt condolences to the family, loved ones, students, and colleagues of Mykhailo Pavlovych on this irreparable loss.
The farewell ceremony will take place on November 13, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at 3 Nadbirna Street, Zhykhar settlement.
