Valery V. Korotaev

Valery V. Korotaev serves as Professor and Dean of the Faculty of Optical Information Systems and Technologies at ITMO University, where he has held continuous academic positions since 1976. He currently leads the Department of Optical-Electronic Devices and Systems (since 2007) and heads the Research Center for Optoelectronic Instrumentation Engineering.

Education:

• Graduated from ITMO University (then LITMO) in 1976 with major in Optoelectronic Devices
• PhD in Technology (1987): 'Design principles, calculation methods and study of polarization goniometers'
• Dr. Sci. degree (1997): 'Polarization devices (calculation methods, properties of elements, circuit analysis)'

Research Focus: Professor Korotaev pioneers optoelectronic measurement systems for spatial orientation parameters and polarization properties analysis. His work bridges theoretical optics with industrial applications, notably developing safety devices for floating docks/vessels (implemented in shipbuilding) and optical mineral selection methods for diamond extraction. Current research emphasizes metrology advancements in radiation sources/receivers and applied optics.

Academic Leadership: Supervised 5 PhD theses while teaching core courses including Measuring Optoelectronic Devices, Metrology, and Special Chapters of Applied Optics. His R&D leadership directly translated research into ship repair safety protocols and diamond industry processing techniques through sustained industry partnerships.

Research Infrastructure: Directs the Research Center for Optoelectronic Instrumentation Engineering, coordinating teams that develop instrumentation for defense, maritime, and resource extraction sectors with demonstrable commercial deployments.