Stockholm University | Sweden
Dr. Sergey Koroidov is a dedicated and innovative researcher currently working at the Department of Physics, Stockholm University. With a strong background in chemistry and environmental sciences, Dr. Koroidov has built a distinguished academic and research career spanning top-tier institutions in Sweden, Russia, and the United States. His research primarily focuses on the study of photochemical dynamics and electrochemical mechanisms, which are vital for sustainable energy solutions. Dr. Koroidov is also deeply involved in teaching, supervision, and institutional development, making him a versatile contributor to the global scientific community.
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Strengths for the Awards✨
Dr. Sergey Koroidov demonstrates outstanding credentials and contributions in the field of physical and materials chemistry, particularly in electrochemical processes and photochemical dynamics. He is currently a researcher at Stockholm University and has held prestigious positions and collaborations globally—including a postdoctoral fellowship at Stanford University and research visits to the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory. His leadership in supervising doctoral and postdoctoral researchers, as well as his consistent track record of high-impact publications (over 50 papers, including in Nature, Science, and PNAS with 2,684 citations and an h-index of 23) underscores his significant influence in the scientific community.
He has secured major grants, including from the Swedish Research Council, Wallenberg Foundation, and HORIZON-MSCA COFUND, and plays a key role in shaping institutional strategy as part of several committees, including MAX IV and VINNOVA’s SPIRIT project. His expertise in time-resolved spectroscopy, x-ray spectroscopy, and catalytic mechanisms places him at the cutting edge of sustainable energy research.
🎓 Education
Dr. Koroidov obtained his Ph.D. in Chemistry from Umeå University, Sweden, in 2014. Prior to that, he earned his combined B.Sc./M.Sc. degree in Environmental Chemistry from Moscow State Technical University, Russia, in 2005. His educational journey laid a robust foundation for his interdisciplinary research spanning chemistry, physics, and material science.
🧪 Experience
Dr. Koroidov’s academic and professional path includes a wide array of prestigious positions. Between 2015 and 2017, he served as a Postdoctoral Fellow at the PULSE Institute, Stanford University, under the mentorship of Prof. Dr. Kelly Gaffney. Prior to that, he worked as a researcher at Umeå University and as a visiting researcher at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory. His doctoral research was conducted at Umeå University under Prof. Dr. Johannes Messinger. His early career began as an engineer in the Projecting Research Centre of Water Cleaning in Kaluga, Russia. Since 2017, he has been a researcher and group leader at Stockholm University, contributing significantly to scientific discovery and student mentorship.
🔬 Research Interests On Chemistry
Dr. Koroidov’s research focuses on the intricate study of electrochemical and photochemical dynamics in transition metal catalysts. His work aims to unravel catalytic mechanisms that are key to producing energy resources and essential chemicals. By employing advanced techniques such as steady-state and time-resolved optical and x-ray spectroscopy, he seeks to pave the way toward a sustainable and energy-efficient future. His interdisciplinary collaborations further enhance the impact and reach of his research.
🏆 Awards & Fellowships
Dr. Koroidov’s outstanding work has been recognized with multiple prestigious awards. These include the 2023 Wallenberg Initiative Materials Science for Sustainability (WISE) funding, the 2023 HORIZON-MSCA COFUND grant, and a 2019 Swedish Research Council Starting Grant. He is also a recipient of the Wallenberg Foundation Postdoctoral Scholarship at Stanford University (2015), a Swedish Research Council International Postdoc Fellowship (2015), and travel and research scholarships from Umeå University and the Wallenberg Foundation during 2013–2014.
📚 Publications
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Simultaneous femtosecond X-ray spectroscopy and diffraction of photosystem II at room temperature
Authors: J Kern, R Alonso-Mori, R Tran, J Hattne, RJ Gildea, N Echols, C Glöckner, …
Year: 2013
Cited by: 505
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Structure of photosystem II and substrate binding at room temperature
Authors: ID Young, M Ibrahim, R Chatterjee, S Gul, FD Fuller, S Koroidov, …
Year: 2016
Cited by: 414
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Taking snapshots of photosynthetic water oxidation using femtosecond X-ray diffraction and spectroscopy
Authors: J Kern, R Tran, R Alonso-Mori, S Koroidov, N Echols, J Hattne, M Ibrahim, …
Year: 2014
Cited by: 256
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Drop-on-demand sample delivery for studying biocatalysts in action at X-ray free-electron lasers
Authors: FD Fuller, S Gul, R Chatterjee, ES Burgie, ID Young, H Lebrette, …
Year: 2017
Cited by: 235
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Key activity descriptors of nickel-iron oxygen evolution electrocatalysts in the presence of alkali metal cations
Authors: M Görlin, J Halldin Stenlid, S Koroidov, HY Wang, M Börner, M Shipilin, …
Year: 2020
Cited by: 155
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Finding intersections between electronic excited state potential energy surfaces with simultaneous ultrafast X-ray scattering and spectroscopy
Authors: KS Kjær, TB Van Driel, TCB Harlang, K Kunnus, E Biasin, K Ledbetter, …
Year: 2019
Cited by: 118
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Vibrational wavepacket dynamics in Fe carbene photosensitizer determined with femtosecond X-ray emission and scattering
Authors: K Kunnus, M Vacher, TCB Harlang, KS Kjær, K Haldrup, E Biasin, …
Year: 2020
Cited by: 113
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Calcium Manganese Oxides as Oxygen Evolution Catalysts: O₂ Formation Pathways Indicated by ¹⁸O‐Labelling Studies
Authors: D Shevela, S Koroidov, MM Najafpour, J Messinger, P Kurz
Year: 2011
Cited by: 108
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L-edge x-ray absorption spectroscopy of dilute systems relevant to metalloproteins using an x-ray free-electron laser
Authors: R Mitzner, J Rehanek, J Kern, S Gul, J Hattne, T Taguchi, R Alonso-Mori, …
Year: 2013
Cited by: 99
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Mobile hydrogen carbonate acts as proton acceptor in photosynthetic water oxidation
Authors: S Koroidov, D Shevela, T Shutova, G Samuelsson, J Messinger
Year: 2014
Cited by: 80
📝 Conclusion
With an exceptional combination of academic rigor, innovative research, collaborative projects, and impactful teaching, Dr. Sergey Koroidov exemplifies the qualities of a world-class researcher. His deep commitment to understanding catalytic and energy-conversion processes places him at the frontier of sustainable material science. Dr. Koroidov’s contributions to science, education, and international collaborations make him a highly deserving candidate for the Best Researcher Award.
