Viktor Zhdankin

Viktor Zhdankin is a Professor in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at the University of Minnesota Duluth’s Swenson College of Science and Engineering. He obtained his Ph.D. from Moscow State University in 1981 and subsequently served as a Senior Research Associate at the University of Utah from 1990 to 1993.

Education:

• BS/MS, 1978, Moscow State University
• Ph.D., 1981, Moscow State University
• Dr.Chem.Sci., 1987, Moscow State University

Research Interests:

Professor Zhdankin’s research integrates synthetic organic chemistry with green-chemistry principles, focusing on hypervalent main-group elements—especially iodine—and the development of fluoroorganic compounds. His work underpins advances in designing environmentally benign reagents and methodologies for modern organic synthesis.

Publications & Impact:

While specific recent articles are not listed in the provided text, his long-standing investigative themes suggest a steady output on hypervalent iodine reagents and sustainable fluorination strategies that contribute broadly to synthetic methodology and pharmaceutical chemistry.

Awards & Funding:

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Advising & Collaboration:

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Laboratories & Teams:

No laboratory or team names are provided, though he is reachable at his campus office (126 HCAMS, University of Minnesota Duluth).