Alexander V. Marynych is a Professor at Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv. He holds a Doctorate with habilitation in Physics and Mathematics and has been recognized with numerous awards including the Gold Medal of the Ukraine Mathematics Competition (2020) and the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation fellowship (2015-2017). His research focuses on stochastic geometry, regenerative random structures, and probabilistic number theory. He has authored over 30 publications in top-tier journals such as Probability Theory and Related Fields and Annals of Probability . Key academic roles include: Guest Professorship at Leopold-Franzens-Universität Innsbruck (2018) Recipient of the President of Ukraine Prize for Young Scientists (2018, 2017) Lead researcher in projects funded by UC Berkeley, Humboldt Foundation, and Polish National Agency Teaching responsibilities include courses on: Algebra and Geometry for undergraduates Probabilistic Analysis of Algorithms Cryptography and Data Security His research portfolio demonstrates significant contributions to limit theorems, random analytic functions, and convex hull analysis through high-dimensional stochastic models.
Olena Vlasova is the Head of the Department of Developmental Psychology at Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, Ukraine. With a Doctor of Sciences in Psychology (2006) and over three decades of academic experience, she specializes in developmental and educational psychology, focusing on socialization, re-socialization, and integrative personality formation in transformative societies. Research Interests: Social adaptation and re-socialization mechanisms Development of social skills across ontogenesis Psychological integrity in multicultural contexts Existential and cultural influences on personality Interdisciplinary approaches to personality development Notable Contributions: She developed a methodical complex for diagnosing integrative personality development and created an online questionnaire for assessing students' life perspectives. Her publications span 2005–2016, emphasizing social psychological models and empirical studies on personality dynamics. Team Leadership: She leads a team including 2 researchers, 1 engineer, 1 PhD of Social Sciences, and postgraduate/master's students.
Nataliia Atamas serves as Principal Research Scientist and Research and Project Manager at the Faculty of Physics, National Taras Shevchenko University of Kyiv, Ukraine, a position she has held since 2012 after progressing through roles from Applied Research Engineer (1989-1999) to Senior Research Scientist (2001-2012). Her career spans over three decades at the same institution, focusing on computational and experimental soft matter physics. Her academic credentials include: Diploma in Physics from National Taras Shevchenko University of Kyiv (1989) PhD in Molecular Physics and Thermodynamics (1996) Sci. Doctor (Dr. hab.) in Physical and Mathematical Sciences (2011) Dr. Atamas specializes in molecular dynamics simulations of ionic liquids, bioliquids, and water solutions, investigating dynamic heterogeneity, diffusion mechanisms, and structural responses to external perturbations like temperature and radiation. Her work bridges theoretical thermodynamics with practical applications in biophysics and materials science, utilizing advanced computational tools (DL_POLY, VMD, NAMD) and spectroscopic methods. Key contributions include elucidating water dynamics in physiological ranges and solvation behavior in ionic liquids. Analysis of her 2021-2025 publications reveals a strategic evolution from fundamental liquid dynamics toward applied materials research, particularly in microwave-absorbing composites and ion-polymer interactions. Recent work increasingly integrates electromagnetic properties with soft matter physics, reflecting interdisciplinary expansion while maintaining core expertise in diffusion modeling and structural analysis. Her scientific recognition includes: DAAD Postdoctoral Fellowship (1999-2000) Royal Society/NATO postdoctoral Fellowship (2000-2001) DAAD Fellowships (2004, 2011) ERASMUS+ staff mobility schemes (2018, 2019) As Research and Project Manager, she directs international collaborations under frameworks like ERASMUS+ and DAAD, securing funding for projects spanning computational biophysics to functional materials development. Her leadership encompasses both theoretical modeling and experimental validation through spectroscopic techniques. She actively contributes to the university's research infrastructure as a core member of the Faculty of Physics, managing projects that bridge academic research with industrial applications in electromagnetic materials and biocompatible systems.
Victor Reshetnyak is a Professor and Head of the Theoretical Physics Department at Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv's Physics Faculty. With a career spanning over four decades at the university, he has held positions from Junior Research Fellow to his current leadership role since 2017. His educational qualifications: MSc. with Honours (1980), Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv PhD. (1985), same institution, thesis on liquid crystal optical properties Doctor of Science (1994), thesis on orientational ordering in liquid crystals Associate Professor (1998) and Professor (2002) diplomas from the Ukrainian Ministry Reshetnyak's research focuses on liquid crystals , plasmonics , and ferroelectric nanomaterials . He investigates light-induced phenomena, flexoelectric effects, and domain morphologies. His work bridges fundamental theoretical physics with applications in photonics and optoelectronics, particularly in tunable optical devices and nanostructured materials. Analysis of his recent publications (2021-2022) shows a concentration on liquid crystal-based photonics and nanoscale ferroelectricity . Key themes include plasmon-polariton interactions, electrically tunable lenses, and symmetry breaking in ferroelectric nanocylinders. These studies often target applications in optical filtering, sensing, and display technologies. As department head, Reshetnyak oversees academic programs and research. His international collaborations (with the UK, USA, and Italy) and high-impact publications suggest significant research funding. While specific grants aren't detailed, his work appears supported by national and international sources. His laboratory conducts experimental and theoretical research on soft matter systems, especially liquid crystals and ferroelectric nanoparticles, aiming to develop novel photonic materials and devices.
Nataliia Prykaziuk is a Professor and Head of the Insurance, Banking and Risk-management Department at Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, Ukraine. She has served at the university since 2006, progressing from Assistant to her current leadership position since 2019. Education: MS in Economics, Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv (1998-2004) Ph.D. in Economics, Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv (2004-2007) Doctorate in Economics, Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv (2008-2018) Professor Prykaziuk's research focuses on financial services market transformation under digitalization, banking and insurance systems, and financial market risk management. Her current work examines strategic vectors for financial services development amid new challenges, including geopolitical factors, regulatory changes, and technological disruption. She investigates how financial institutions can adapt to enhance financial well-being and support socioeconomic development, with particular attention to Ukraine's financial sector. Her publication record reveals a strong analytical approach to financial markets, with increasing emphasis on digital technologies' impact on traditional financial services. Recent work explores AI applications in finance, consumer loan market dynamics, cryptocurrency investments, and climate risk insurance mechanisms. Her research bridges theoretical frameworks with practical policy implications for financial regulation and market development. Professor Prykaziuk serves as an expert for the Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine (since 2021), evaluating scientific projects of young scientists, and previously served on specialized scientific councils (2020-2021). These roles reflect her standing in Ukraine's academic community and commitment to advancing research quality. Her work has gained particular significance given Ukraine's current geopolitical challenges, providing valuable insights into financial system resilience and adaptation strategies during periods of external shock and uncertainty.
Valeriy Rybalkin is a Professor at the Department of Languages and Literatures of Near and Middle East at Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv. His career spans over four decades, including part-time roles at multiple Ukrainian institutions and a Fulbright Visiting Professorship at the University of Michigan (2002–2003). He is a leading scholar in Arabic linguistics, Qur'ānic studies, and cross-cultural communication. Ph.D. (1985) and Doctor of Science (2000) in Near Eastern Philology Specializes in Qur'ān translation, Arabic lexicography, and sacred text analysis Led international research projects on historical sources and cultural contexts Rybalkin's research focuses on the linguistic, stylistic, and ideological aspects of sacred texts. His work analyzes Arabic grammatical traditions, intercultural language dynamics, and the evolution of lexicographic practices in the Islamic world. He also investigates the reception of classical Arabic literature in European contexts. His publications include 200+ scholarly works , with recent articles examining Qur'ān exegesis, grammatical governance, and lexical traditions. His research team collaborates across disciplines to study Eastern texts in regional and European frameworks. Scientific Awards : M.Hrushevsky Medal (1992) A.Krymsky Prize (1995) Diploma from Metropolitan George Khadar (2001) Rybalkin has secured multiple grants from ACLS, Tel-Aviv University, and the U.S. Department of State. He leads a research group at the Institute of Oriental Studies, mentoring Ph.D. associate professors and junior scholars in interdisciplinary approaches to Eastern sacred texts.
Volodymyr Aushev is Professor in the Department of Nuclear Physics, Faculty of Physics, Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, Ukraine. He simultaneously maintains a senior-researcher affiliation with the Institute for Nuclear Research of the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine. His career spans four decades, beginning in 1978 at the Institute for Nuclear Research (Kyiv) and expanding through long-term visiting-scientist engagements at DESY (Germany), the Max-Planck Institutes, and Fermilab (USA). Education & Training: PhD studies focused on polarised recoil β-active nuclei and nuclear spin physics at low energies. Extensive specialised training in Quantum Chromodynamics, heavy-flavour physics, top-quark physics and neutrino physics through participation in HERA-B, ZEUS, D0, LHCb, Belle II, DUNE, WA105 and FCAL collaborations. Research Interests: Professor Aushev leads the Kyiv high-energy physics group whose principal goal is understanding the fundamental constituents of matter and their interactions at the highest energies. His work centres on experimental particle physics , with major themes including: Quantum Chromodynamics and parton distribution functions; Production and decay of charm, beauty and top quarks; Neutrino oscillations and astrophysical neutrinos; Development of radiation-hard detectors and advanced instrumentation for collider and neutrino experiments. Recent Publications Overview (2010-2016): The twelve highlighted papers reflect an intensive focus on HERA ep/γp data (ZEUS), Tevatron pp̅ data (D0) and early DUNE/Belle-II planning . Analyses span precision measurements of structure functions, heavy-quark cross-sections, top-quark properties and searches for exotic hadrons, underlining a commitment to multi-TeV energy-frontier physics and long-baseline neutrino science. Scientific Awards & Recognition: Author of ≈120 peer-reviewed papers in high-energy physics and ≈30 in nuclear physics, averaging 33.4 citations each. Group leader for Ukrainian participation in ZEUS, D0, Belle II, DUNE, WA105 and FCAL collaborations. Advising & Outreach: Professor Aushev mentors a vibrant team of post-doctoral researchers, PhD and master’s students within the Kyiv high-energy physics group. He teaches lecture courses on High-Energy Physics , Nuclear Astrophysics , Dark Matter , Neutrino Physics and Modern Experiments in High-Energy Physics , and leads outreach programmes to inspire school pupils and undergraduates. Laboratories & Teams: He heads the Kyiv High-Energy Elementary Particle Physics Group , comprising three faculty members, post-docs, PhD students and undergraduates. The group is responsible for detector R&D (radiation-hard calorimeters, micro-strip monitors), software development and physics analyses for international experiments in Europe, the United States and Japan.
Igor Parasyuk is a Professor and current Head of the Department of Geometry, Topology and Dynamical Systems at the Faculty of Mechanics and Mathematics, Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, Ukraine. He has held various academic positions at the university since 1978, including Assistant Professor (1978–1986), Associate Professor (1986–1991, 1994–1996), and Professor (1996–2017). BSc + MSc (1970–1975) PhD (1975–1979) Doctor of Physical and Mathematical Sciences (1991–1994, 1995) His research focuses on nonlinear dynamical systems, particularly in the theory of multifrequency nonlinear oscillations, KAM-theory, invariant manifolds, singular boundary value problems for ordinary differential equations on semi-axis, dynamic bifurcations in fast-slow systems, and bounded/quasiperiodic solutions of indefinite monotone systems on Riemannian manifolds. His work includes groundbreaking theorems on conservation of multifrequency quasi-periodic motions under perturbations and discovery of Hamiltonian systems with non-exact symplectic structures. Recent publications highlight advancements in Hamiltonian dynamics, quasiperiodic solutions, and geometric analysis. Key subfields include perturbation theory, symplectic geometry, and stability analysis of nonlinear systems. He collaborates with institutions such as the Institute of Mathematics NAS of Ukraine and the Austro-Ukrainian Institute for Science and Technology (AUI), TU Wien. His research team includes DSc holders, professors, and PhD students specializing in nonlinear dynamics and differential equations.
Iryna Smushchynska serves as Professor and Head of the M. Zerov Department of Theory and Practice of Translation from Romance Languages at Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv since 2011, following academic progression from Lecturer (1994) to Associate Professor (1995-2004) and Professor of French Philology (2004-2011). Her academic credentials include: 1984: Graduate, Faculty of Romance-Germanic Philology, Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv 1993: PhD in Philology (Romance Languages) 2003: Doctor of Philological Sciences 2011: Full Professor Professor Smushchynska's research centers on Translation Studies and Stylistics of Romance Languages, with emphasis on stylistic translation phenomena, pragmatics, literary translation, and computational lexicography. Current investigations examine micro/macro discourse elements in translation, artistic image transfer, stylistic tropes, denotative/connotative meaning preservation, and author-translator idiolect dynamics, utilizing interdisciplinary frameworks from linguistics, psycholinguistics, and computer science. Her 15 most recent publications (2009-2018) reveal strong thematic continuity in semantic analysis of translation challenges, particularly regarding archaisms, enantiosemy, and metaphorical language. Methodologically, she integrates corpus-based approaches with cognitive and computational perspectives, focusing predominantly on French-Ukrainian translation while expanding to Spanish, Italian, and Portuguese language pairs. As research group leader, she has supervised 17 PhD theses over the past decade, producing monographs, textbooks, dictionaries, and software tools. Her team edits the scientific collection 'Style and Translation' and provides expertise in conference interpreting training and comparative stylistics. The research group operates through interdisciplinary collaboration, employing parallel/comparable corpora to analyze translation phenomena across stylistics, literary studies, sociolinguistics, and computational linguistics, with emphasis on empirical validation of theoretical frameworks.
Roman Melnyk is a Professor of Administrative Law at Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, Ukraine. He serves as Director of the German Law Center and Head of the Program for Approximation of Ukrainian Legislation to the European Union. His career spans roles as a Senior Teaching Assistant (2002–2006), Head of Research Laboratories, and Departmental Leadership (2006–2012) at Kharkiv National University of Internal Affairs before joining Kyiv University. Master Degree, Zaporizhya Law Institute (1999) Ph.D. in Law, University of Internal Affairs (2002) Scientific internships at George-August University of Goettingen (2004, 2007, 2010–2011, 2013–2014) His research focuses on administrative law, EU legislative integration, construction law, telecommunications law, and the right to peaceful assembly. He leads efforts to align Ukrainian laws with EU standards and has published extensively on administrative doctrine, procedural justice, and civil liberties. Roman Melnyk’s publications explore trends in administrative law theory, EU legislative harmonization, and human rights implementation. His work bridges Ukrainian jurisprudence with German and EU frameworks, emphasizing judicial reform and citizen-state dynamics. He actively collaborates with international institutions, including the German Ministry of Education and Research, Georg-August University of Goettingen, and the German Law Center at Kyiv University. His leadership includes co-editing comparative legal works and advising on public policy reforms.
Evgen Siriy is a Professor and Head of the Scientific Research Department at Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv (Ukraine). Previously, he held academic leadership roles including Head of Sociological Laboratory (Ternopil Institute of Economics), Docent at University «KROK», and Head of Sociology Department (National Aviation University). Education 1982-1988: Ternopil National Economic University (Student) 1994: Ph.D., Institute of Sociology of the National Academy of Sciences 2003: Docent (Associate Professor) rank, Higher Attestation Commission of Ukraine 2010: Doctor of Sociological Science, Taras Shevchenko National University 2015: Professor rank, Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine Research Focus Siriy specializes in sociological analysis of social tension, entrepreneurship, and societal transformations in Ukraine. Key projects include methodological studies on structural changes in Ukrainian society (2011–present), youth development analyses (2010), and Euro-Atlantic integration surveys (2008). His work emphasizes resource accessibility, institutional evolution, and axiological frameworks in post-Soviet contexts. Publications & Projects With 82 scientific publications, his research explores sociological theory, value systems, and non-elite societal actors. Recent articles analyze Ukrainian value mappings (2013) and transformation actors (2016), reflecting consistent focus on societal dynamics. Major projects involve interregional social tension monitoring (2016–present) and transnational collaboration with Norwegian institutions. Leadership He directs the Scientific Research Department at Taras Shevchenko University, coordinating studies on social tension methodologies and applied sociological research.
Ievgen Ivokhin serves as Professor in the Department of System Analysis and Decision Making Theory at the Faculty of Cybernetics, Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, a position held since 2015 following 26 years as Associate Professor (1989-2015) in the same department. His entire academic trajectory, including education and career, is deeply rooted within this institution. His educational background includes: Doctor of Physico-Mathematical Sciences (2012) - Thesis: "Methods of analysis of fuzzy multidimensional dynamical systems", Institute of Aerospace Research, Ukrainian National Academy of Science, Kyiv Ph.D. in Mathematical Cybernetics (1986) - Thesis: "The development of optimal system Lyapunov functions and its application in evaluating of quality characteristics of complex systems", Kyiv Taras Shevchenko State University Post-Graduate studies (1982-1986) and undergraduate studies (1977-1982) at the Cybernetics Faculty of Kyiv Taras Shevchenko State University Professor Ivokhin's research centers on mathematical system analysis with emphasis on decision making theory, optimization, and fuzzy systems. His work spans stochastic networks, socio-economic/ecological process analysis, and hybrid simulation models for resource distribution, scheduling, and logistics. Current efforts focus on applying fuzzy parameter systems to solve modern social and communication challenges. Analysis of his 2013-2021 publications reveals sustained innovation in fuzzy logic applications, diffusion modeling, and decision-making formalisms. Key contributions include clustering techniques for fuzzy aggregates, hybrid models for information dissemination, and novel intersections of prime number theory with fuzzy set membership determination. Scientific Awards: No awards, fellowships, or medals are documented in the source material. Advising and Grants: While specific students or grant details are absent, his professorial role and multi-year research projects (2006-2019) indicate active graduate mentoring and research funding acquisition within system analysis domains. Labs and Teams: The text references collaborative research groups through co-authored publications but does not specify dedicated laboratories or formal research teams beyond departmental affiliations.
Oleh Batrymenko is a Professor and current Head of the Political Science Department at the Faculty of Philosophy, Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, Ukraine. He has held various academic positions at the same university since 2003, including Assistant (2003-2007), Associate Professor (2007-2016), and Professor (2016-2021). Specialist in Political Science, 2002 Candidate of Political Science, 2006 Doctor of Political Science, 2013 His research spans multiple political science sub-disciplines, including history of political doctrines , political conflictology , theory of bureaucracy , political psychology , information security , and state-civil society interaction . Recent publications focus on gender inequality, social media in information warfare, and public-private cooperation during European integration. He contributes to academic governance through roles in the Scientific and Methodological Commission on Social Sciences and Journalism (Ministry of Education, Ukraine), the editorial board of the Political Science Bulletin , and the Supervisory Board of the Ukrainian branch of the International Association for Political Science Students.
Oleksandr Roik is a Professor of Physical Chemistry at Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, Ukraine. Since 2003, he has held various academic positions at the Department of Physical Chemistry, progressing from Junior Researcher to his current professorship. His research expertise lies in physical chemistry, materials science, and the development of nanoporous metal-based catalysts for energy applications. Education: Master's degree (1995–2000), Chemical Faculty, Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv PhD (2000–2004), Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv Doctor of Science (2018), Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv Research Focus: Professor Roik's research centers on the development of cost-effective electrocatalysts and advanced electrode materials based on nanoporous non-noble metals and alloys. His work involves vapor phase dealloying (VPD) using M-Zn precursors (M = Cu, Co, Ni, Fe) to create materials for CO2 reduction, oxygen reduction, oxygen evolution, and hydrogen evolution reactions. He also investigates the structure of liquid alloys and the relationship between local atomic structures and crystalline/quasicrystalline phases. International Collaborations: Professor Roik has established collaborations with several prestigious institutions, including the Institute for Metal Physics of the NAS of Ukraine, V. Bakul Institute for Superhard Materials of the NAS of Ukraine, Institute of Physics of the Slovak Academy of Sciences, and Donbas State Engineering Academy. He has completed internships in France (2013) and Slovak Republic (2016-2017). Scientific Awards: Grant of the President of Ukraine for young scientists (2006) SAIA grant from the Slovak Republic's National Scholarship Programme (2016-2017) Research Projects: He has led and participated in several significant projects, including the current State Research Project "Nanoporous 3d metal-based catalysts" (2022-present), and previously received funding from the Russian Foundation for Basic Research (2010).
Olena Ivanovska is Professor and Head of the Department of Folklore Studies at Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, leading research in Ukrainian folklore, ethnology, and customary law with a team of over 30 scholars. Her academic credentials include: 1990: Graduated from Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv 1995: Completed postgraduate education at same institution 1996: PhD from Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv 2007: Doctoral degree from Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv Professor Ivanovska specializes in functional subject-imagery systems of folklore and customary law in Ukraine , pioneering studies on Anna Barvinok's heritage. Her research integrates gender analysis in folklore and narrative structures , with current advisory roles for the "Lysova pisnya" video game and "Mavka" animated film. Her publications reveal a cohesive scholarly trajectory from theoretical frameworks (2005) to applied cultural preservation (2014), positioning Ukrainian folklore as a dynamic system with contemporary relevance across legal, anthropological, and media domains. She mentors 9 postgraduates and 7 PhD candidates through folklore expeditions and UNESCO heritage initiatives, while her department documents political folklore (Maidan, ATO) and post-folklore phenomena to safeguard intangible cultural heritage.
