Leadership
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. Inessa Gor
Secretary
Previous appointments: Lecturer at Technical College in Harbin, P. R. China
Expertise: With extensive experience in educational technology and instructional design, Inessa has pioneered dynamic, interactive learning environments and flipped-classroom models across multiple institutions. She excels at translating complex scientific and technical content into engaging online modules, webinars, and multimedia resources. At NanoTRIZ, Inessa leads all strategic communication efforts—developing branding, managing public relations, and producing high-impact promotional materials for workshops, AI tool launches, and SciVid video publications. Her skill set includes stakeholder outreach, and optimizing user engagement through data-driven analytics.
Dr. Alessandro Bernardi
Researcher, Digital Strategy
Previous appointments: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, Complot Escuela de Creativos Barcelona, UNED
Expertise: A PhD physicist turned Social Media Scientist and Data Analyst, Alessandro has over 15 years of experience in big data visualization, social media metrics, and digital content innovation. As co-founder of Social Elephants, he specialized in designing analytics dashboards and conducting audience research for diverse industries. At NanoTRIZ, Alessandro leads data-driven strategy: he develops and maintains performance‐tracking systems, leverages AI-powered sentiment analysis to gauge community engagement, and transforms complex research workflows into accessible digital narratives. His pragmatic approach ensures that initiative reaches its maximum global audience.
Dr. Chen Yang
Researcher, AI Tools & Digital Innovation
Previous appointments: University of Perth, Peking University
Expertise: Expertise: Expertise: Dr. Chen Yang is an IT specialist with expertise in artificial intelligence tools development, data analytics, and systems integration. He has led projects designing and deploying AI-driven solutions for research, industry, and education. His work spans automated data processing, semantic analysis, and workflow optimization, enabling interdisciplinary teams to innovate faster. At NanoTRIZ, Dr. Yang advises on AI architecture, machine learning integration, and scalable digital infrastructures for global collaboration. His technical insight ensures advanced AI solutions are seamlessly embedded into research and publishing workflows.