Bio Summary:
Dr. Sofia Morozova, a seasoned researcher and Head of the Laboratory at Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology. With a Ph.D. in high molecular compounds, my scientific journey has spanned across diverse institutions globally. I specialize in the design and synthesis of soft matter materials, stimuli-responsive polymers, and biomimetic materials, contributing significantly to the fields of nanotechnology and materials science.
Professional Profiles:
Education:
Ph.D. in High Molecular Compounds
- A.N. Nesmeyanov Institute of Organoelement Compounds, Russian Academy of Science, Moscow, Russia
- Thesis: Ionic condensation polymers
- Supervisor: Dr. A.S. Shaplov
- Graduated December 13, 2018
Specialist in Chemistry (Red Diploma)
- M.V. Lomonosov Moscow State University, Moscow, Russia
- Thesis: Selective reduction of graphene oxide
- Supervisor: Dr. D. M. Itkis
- Graduated 2013
Research Focus:
My research encompasses three main pillars:
Materials Science of “Soft” Matter:
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- Design and synthesis of nanocolloidal gels for applications like optically active coatings and soft robotics.
- Pioneering work in developing new “inks” for 3D printing.
Stimuli-Responsive Polymers:
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- Design and synthesis of polymers with controllable properties.
- Application in sensors, actuators, drug release, and electronic devices.
Biomimetic Materials:
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- Development of biomimicking polymer materials.
- Self-organization and nanostructuring for applications in optics, structural colors, and self-healing materials.
Professional Journey:
Current Position:
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- Head of the Laboratory, Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology (April 2023 – Present)
International Experience:
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- PostDoc, University of Toronto, Canada (July 2021 – Dec 2022)
- PostDoc, ITMO University, Russia (July 2019 – Dec 2020)
- Researcher, Instituto de Technologia, Portugal (Oct 2016 – Dec 2016)
- Internships in Spain (2014, 2015) and Canada (2020)
Honors & Awards:
First prize for oral talk, “INEOS OPEN” Russian competition (2021)
Grant from the President of the Russian Federation for young scientists (2021)
Ernest Marechal Prize for young scientists, Polycondensation Symposium (2016)
Author Metrics:
Citations: 552 citations by 516 documents
Documents: 29 research documents
h-index: 10
Research Timeline:
Pre-Ph.D. Era (2010-2013):
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- Potanin scholarship for undergraduate studies.
- Specialist degree from Moscow State University.
Ph.D. Journey (2013-2018):
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- Engineer-researcher and Ph.D. graduate at A.N. Nesmeyanov Institute.
Postdoctoral and Senior Research Roles (2018-2023):
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- Research roles in Russia, Canada, and Portugal.
- Exploration of diverse polymer-related fields.
Head of Laboratory (2023-Present):
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- Leadership role at Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology.
This bio summary encapsulates my academic journey, research pursuits, and notable contributions to the scientific community.
Publications Top Noted & Contributions:
- Author of numerous peer-reviewed articles in high-impact journals.
- Research covers diverse topics, including nanocolloidal hydrogels, 3D printing, and stimuli-responsive transport properties.
Organofluorine chemistry: Promising growth areas and challenges
- Authors: LV Politanskaya, GA Selivanova, EV Panteleeva, EV Tretyakov, …
- Journal: Russian Chemical Reviews
- Year: 2019
- Cited By: 148
Turning into poly (ionic liquid)s as a tool for polyimide modification: Synthesis, characterization and CO2 separation properties
- Authors: AS Shaplov, SM Morozova, EI Lozinskaya, PS Vlasov, ASL Gouveia, …
- Journal: Polymer Chemistry
- Year: 2016
- Cited By: 88
Actuation of three-dimensional-printed nanocolloidal hydrogel with structural anisotropy
- Authors: A Gevorkian, SM Morozova, S Kheiri, N Khuu, H Chen, E Young, N Yan, …
- Journal: Advanced Functional Materials
- Year: 2021
- Cited By: 61
Silicon quantum dots: synthesis, encapsulation, and application in light-emitting diodes
- Authors: S Morozova, M Alikina, A Vinogradov, M Pagliaro
- Journal: Frontiers in Chemistry
- Year: 2020
- Cited By: 61
Ionic Polyurethanes as a New Family of Poly(ionic liquid)s for Efficient CO2 Capture
- Authors: SM Morozova, AS Shaplov, EI Lozinskaya, D Mecerreyes, H Sardon, …
- Journal: Macromolecules
- Year: 2017
- Cited By: 61
