Murzin Dmitry

Professor Dmitry Murzin holds the position of Professor in Chemical Technology at Åbo Akademi University, Turku, Finland, since August 2000. He has held senior roles at BASF Rus GmbH in Moscow (1996–2000) and has conducted research at institutions including BASF AG (Germany), Université Louis Pasteur (France), and the Karpov Institute of Physical Chemistry (Russia). His research focuses on catalytic processes, biomass transformations, and chemical reaction engineering.

Education:

• Dr.Sc. (1999), Karpov Institute of Physical Chemistry, Moscow
• Ph.D. (1989), Karpov Institute of Physical Chemistry, Moscow
• M.Sc. (1986), Moscow Institute of Chemical Technology

Research Interests:

• Biomass valorization and catalytic conversion
• Development of heterogeneous catalysts and reaction engineering principles
• Design of sustainable processes for bio-based chemicals and fuels

His work bridges fundamental catalysis research with industrial applications, emphasizing renewable resources and green chemistry.

Awards & Recognition:

• 2017 Honorary Professor, Tianjin University
• 2016 Knight, First Class, Order of the White Rose of Finland
• Member of Finnish Academy of Science and Letters (2017)
• Recipient of the Gadd Prize (2018) and Chancellor of Åbo Akademi Prize (2013)

Leadership & Contributions:

• Organized major conferences such as Europacat VIII (2007), CAFC-10 (2013), and CatBior-5 (2019)
• Editorial roles in Catalysis Today, Chemical Engineering Journal, and others
• Member of European Federation of Catalysis Societies (Vice President, 2009–2013)

Research Funding:

• EU Framework projects: Coordinator of Nanocat (2005–2007), Partner in KnowNOx, Ammonore, Copiride, Polycat, SusFuelCat
• Grants from Academy of Finland and National Technology Agency

Academic Engagement:

• Opponent in 14 doctoral defenses across multiple countries
• Expert evaluator for research councils in Norway, Belgium, the Netherlands, and others