1. Sergei Kusmanov, Director of the Institute of Mathematical and Natural Sciences of Kostroma State University. 2. Education: B.Sc. and M.Sc. from Kostroma State University, Chemistry Department (2001-2006); Ph.D. (2010); Prof. Dr. (2017). 3. Work experience: Research Scientist (2007-2009); Teacher of the Chemistry Department (2009-2011); Associate Professor of the Chemistry Department (2011-2013); Head of the Chemistry Department (2013-2015); Director of the Institution of Mathematical and Natural Sciences (since 2015) at Kostroma State University. 4. Current and previous research interests: materials science and plasma electrolytic technology. 5. Memberships of professional societies and awards received: Corresponding Member of the Russian Academy of Natural Sciences.