Alexei Khokhlov

Alexei Khokhlov is a Full Professor and Head of the Chair of Polymer Physics and Crystallophysics at the Physics Department of Moscow State University. He has served as Vice-Rector of Moscow State University since 2008 and held leadership roles in international organizations such as President of the European Polymer Federation (2004—2005). His academic career at Moscow State University spans over four decades, including progressively senior roles from Assistant Professor (1979—1984) to Full Professor (1988—) and Head of Chair (1993—).

• Education: PhD (1979) and Doctor of Science (Habilitation, 1983) from Moscow State University.

Research interests focus on polymer science and statistical physics of macromolecules, with specialized work on polyelectrolytes, ionomers, microphase separation, polymer liquid crystals, and biomimetic materials. His research integrates theoretical modeling and experimental investigations.

Scientific awards include: USSR Prize in Physics for Young Scientists (1982), Humboldt Research Award (1992), Wolfgang Paul Research Award (2002—2004), Lomonosov Prize (2005), and Russian Federation National Award for Science and Technology (2007).