Valentin Popov

Prof. Dr. Valentin Popov is a Professor at the Technical University of Berlin, affiliated with the Faculty V - Transportation and Mechanical Systems and the Institute of Mechanics. His research focuses on system dynamics, friction physics, and contact mechanics of multiscale systems.

• Education: Moscow State University (Physics, 1976-1982), Doctorate with distinction (1985), Habilitation (1994)

Research trends include advancements in the Method of Dimensionality Reduction (MDR), Boundary Element Method (BEM), and applications to elastomer friction, biocontact mechanics, and earthquake dynamics prediction. He investigates environmental impacts of friction systems and multiscale biomechanics of inorganic/organic systems.

Current roles: Director of the International Scientific Project Center for Physical Mesomechanics of Materials (1997-present) and C4 Professor at TU Berlin (2002-present). Key techniques involve contact mechanics analysis, adhesion studies, and vibration-controlled friction systems.

His laboratory focuses on system dynamics, friction physics, and tribological applications across materials science, biomechanics, and environmental engineering.