Dr. Sergey Koroidov | Physical Chemistry and Material science | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Sergey Koroidov is an accomplished physical chemist and researcher at the Department of Physics, Stockholm University. With a Ph.D. in Chemistry from Umeå University, Sweden, his academic and professional journey spans globally recognized institutions, including Stanford University and Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory. His expertise lies in ultrafast spectroscopy, electrochemistry, and catalysis, focusing on time-resolved studies of transition metal catalysts to understand and improve energy conversion processes. Dr. Koroidov has published over 50 peer-reviewed papers in leading scientific journals such as Nature, Science, and JACS. He is an active mentor, supervising postdocs and students, and serves as a reviewer for top-tier journals and international funding agencies. With several prestigious fellowships and research grants under his belt, including from the Swedish Research Council and the Wallenberg Foundation, Dr. Koroidov plays a key role in academic development, institutional strategy, and collaborative scientific initiatives in materials science and sustainability.

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Education

Dr. Sergey Koroidov obtained his Ph.D. in Chemistry in 2014 from Umeå University, Sweden, under the mentorship of Prof. Dr. Johannes Messinger. His doctoral research included collaborative work as a visiting scholar at the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, USA, where he investigated the mechanisms of metalloenzymes using advanced spectroscopy under the guidance of Drs. Vittal Yachandra and Junko Yano. Before that, he earned a combined B.Sc./M.Sc. in Environmental Chemistry from Moscow State Technical University, Russia, in 2005, where he worked under Prof. Dr. Aleksey P. Korzhavii. His academic formation has been shaped by interdisciplinary training in physical chemistry, materials science, and environmental technologies, blending theoretical knowledge with experimental applications. Dr. Koroidov’s academic journey reflects a strong foundation in molecular-level processes and a commitment to cross-institutional collaboration and international research engagement, which later shaped his contributions to energy science and sustainable chemistry.

Experience

Dr. Sergey Koroidov is currently a researcher at Stockholm University’s Department of Physics, a role he has held since 2017. Previously, he was a postdoctoral fellow at Stanford University’s PULSE Institute (2015–2017), where he worked with Prof. Dr. Kelly Gaffney on ultrafast x-ray spectroscopy. From 2014–2015, he served as a researcher at Umeå University, and during his Ph.D. years (2009–2014), he participated in collaborative projects at Berkeley Lab. Before academia, he worked as an engineer at the Projecting Research Centre of Water Cleaning in Kaluga, Russia (2005–2009). Dr. Koroidov also contributes extensively to teaching and academic service—designing and leading master’s and Ph.D. level courses in physics and molecular chemistry. He is active in student supervision, curriculum development, strategic planning, and scientific outreach. His hands-on experience with spectroscopy and catalysis research places him at the forefront of sustainable materials and energy sciences.

Awards and Honors

Dr. Sergey Koroidov has received numerous prestigious awards and research fellowships. He was awarded the Swedish Research Council Starting Grant (2019–2023) and an international postdoctoral fellowship to work at Stanford University (2015). He received the Wallenberg Foundation Postdoctoral Scholarship in 2015 and earlier travel research grants for visits to Berkeley Lab. In 2023, he secured funding from the Wallenberg Initiative Materials Science for Sustainability (WISE) to support postdoctoral hiring. He also received a PRISMAS Horizon-MSCA COFUND grant for Ph.D. recruitment. During his doctoral studies, he was awarded a scholarship by Umeå University’s Faculty of Science and Technology for research in the United States. Dr. Koroidov’s recognitions underscore his contributions to cutting-edge research in catalysis and spectroscopy, as well as his ability to secure competitive national and international funding. He is also active in peer review and research supervision, making him a valued contributor to both the academic and funding communities.

Research Focus

Dr. Sergey Koroidov’s research centers on electrochemical and photochemical dynamics in transition metal-based catalytic systems. His work seeks to uncover mechanisms behind energy conversion and commodity chemical synthesis through state-of-the-art spectroscopy. He utilizes time-resolved optical and x-ray techniques to study molecular processes in solution and gas phases, contributing to the rational design of energy-efficient catalysts. His studies often involve collaborative efforts in theoretical simulations, electrocatalysis, and materials characterization. He is particularly involved in sustainability-driven projects supported by initiatives like WISE and MAX IV, where he contributes to energy-focused strategy planning. Dr. Koroidov also explores photo-induced charge transfer, redox mechanisms, and catalyst structure–function relationships. His interdisciplinary approach spans physics, chemistry, and environmental sciences, aiming to bridge fundamental molecular science with real-world applications in energy sustainability. His collaborations span institutions in Sweden and internationally, including Stanford, Umeå University, and national laboratories in the U.S., enriching the global impact of his research.

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