Leadership and Research Team
Professor Dr. Alexander Solovev
Founding Director
Previous appointments: University of Toronto, Max Planck Institute, Harvard University, Fudan University, TU Munich, Columbia University in NYC, Leibniz Institute IFW
Expertise: Widely regarded as the founder of the nanomachines research field, distinguished academic, and thought leader reshaping today’s science and education. PhD physicist with over 80 peer‐reviewed publications (H-Index 32, 6000+ citations), inventor of strain-engineered nanomembranes the world’s “smallest man-made jet engine” (Guinness World Record). His work spans materials science, nanotechnology, and microfluidics for clean energy and bio- applications. At NanoTRIZ, Professor Alexander Solovev leads the creation of semantic AI systems that uncover research gaps, build cross-disciplinary teams, and guide academic mentorship.
Mrs. Inesa Gor
Administrative Coordinator
Previous appointments: Harbin Technical University, P. R. China
Expertise: Mrs. Inesa Gor is an experienced international education coordinator with a broad background in managing academic and cultural exchange programs. Having worked in China for several years, she developed strong expertise in cross-cultural communication, student engagement, and institutional partnerships. Her work spans global academic administration, language training programs, and international cooperation initiatives. At NanoTRIZ, Mrs. Gor oversees administrative operations, manages academic logistics, and facilitates collaboration with universities and research partners worldwide, ensuring the effective execution of education programs.
Professor Brij Briz Mohan
Research Affiliate: Materials, Energy, and Nanochemistry
Previous appointments: Harbin Institute of Technology, Shenzhen; Fudan University; Kurukshetra University
Expertise: Brij Mohan is a senior research member at the Centro de Química Estrutural, Instituto Superior Técnico, Universidade de Lisboa. His work centers on designing and synthesizing advanced nanomaterials, including Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs), Covalent-Organic Frameworks (COFs), and Hydrogen-bonded Organic Frameworks (HOFs). He leverages these materials for a range of applications in sustainable energy, photocatalysis, and sensing technology. Recognized among Stanford's Top 2% of most-cited scientists in 2024, his contributions are highly regarded in the field of coordination chemistry and materials science.
Dr. Alessandro Bernardi
Visiting Scholar, Applied Nano- Spectroscopy
Previous appointments: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, Institute of Materials Science of Barcelona.
Expertise: As a researcher specializing in applied nanomaterials, spectroscopy, photonics and microfluidics for various applications. Dr. Bernardi's work focuses on the optical characterization of strain-engineered nanostructures. His doctoral research, conducted at the Institute of Materials Science of Barcelona (ICMAB), involved analyzing the growth and optical properties of these materials. His publications and research interests include semiconductor quantum structures, quantum dots, nanowires, nano- microtubes, silicon nanostructures, and the spectroscopy of thin films. Dr. Bernardi's work is recognized in his field, as demonstrated by the distinction of his "Excellent cum laude" PhD thesis.
Dr. Vladimir Bolanos
Research Affiliate, Nanophotonics
Previous appointments: Institute for Integrative Nanoscience, IFW Dresden, Fudan University
Expertise: At the interface of nanophotonics and microfluidics, Dr. Bolaños develops rolled-up nanomembrane microtubes and optical microcavities for label-free chemical and biosensing. His work established ultra-thin-wall tubular resonators with enhanced light–matter interaction and glass optofluidic ring resonators monolithically integrated as “lab-in-a-tube” sensor platforms. He has contributed to polarization and mode-tuning of microtube cavities, opto-chemical sensing of liquids, and integration of microcavities on photonic chips, with applications spanning biosensors, non-linear optics, and on-chip detection of micro/nano-organisms. His broader interests include optofluidic devices for advanced sensing in biomedical contexts.
Dr. Dr. Jawayria Mujtaba
Researcher Affiliate, Nanomaterials and Energy
Previous appointments: Assoc. Professor at Anhui Normal University; Postdoctoral Fellow at Fudan University and Shenzhen University; PhD Scholar at Tsinghua University.
Expertise: As a materials scientist and research affiliate at Northwestern University, Dr. Mujtaba specializes in the synthesis and application of nanomaterials for clean energy solutions, with a strong focus on advanced battery technologies. Her research includes the development of electrocatalysts for hydrogen evolution and the exploration of materials for Lithium-ion and Sodium-Sulfur batteries. Having earned her PhD from Tsinghua University, she has extensive experience working with transition metal oxides, sulfides, and phosphides. Her work involves using synthesis methods such as Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) to create innovative 2D and 3D hierarchical nanostructures.
Leya Liu
Junior Research Affiliate (Student Member)
Previous appointments: Brisbane State High School (Student)
Expertise: As a volunteer Junior Research Affiliate at NanoTRIZ, Ms. Liu performs critical support functions that contribute to the organization's research and communication efforts. Her duties are education and mentorship-oriented and involve tasks such as literature curation, data tidying, figure and storyboard support, and assisting with video-science tasks. Working in a non-salaried, service-based role, Liya contributes to the development of accessible digital narratives. Her work demonstrates community involvement and supports the broader goals of the independent NanoTRIZ research initiative.