Evgeny Kuznetsov | Mathematical Physics | Mathematical Physics Leadership Award

Prof. Dr. Evgeny Kuznetsov | Mathematical Physics | Mathematical Physics Leadership Award

Head of Laboratory of Mathematical Physics at Lebedev Physical Institute of RAS, Russia

Dr. Evgenii Alexandrovich Kuznetsov is a distinguished Russian physicist and mathematician, renowned for his groundbreaking research in nonlinear waves, turbulence, and integrable systems. He earned his Ph.D. in Mathematics and Physics in 1973 and has since contributed significantly to the fields of plasma physics, hydrodynamics, and nonlinear wave theory. Dr. Kuznetsov holds prominent academic positions, including his role as a Principal Research Fellow at the P.N. Lebedev Physical Institute and the Landau Institute for Theoretical Physics. He has been a leading figure in the Center for Nonlinear Studies and has served as Director of the Novosibirsk Department of the International Institute for Nonlinear Science. With extensive international experience as a visiting professor at top institutions worldwide, he is deeply engaged in promoting mathematical physics education. His legacy is marked by numerous publications, significant contributions to theoretical physics, and a strong commitment to advancing nonlinear science globally.

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Education

Dr. Evgenii Alexandrovich Kuznetsov’s educational journey began at Novosibirsk State University, where he completed his undergraduate studies in Physics in 1969. ‘Including Deputy Director of the Landau Institute of Theretical Physics and the Center of Nonlinear Studies”. His academic pursuits led to a Ph.D. in Mathematics and Physics in 1973 from the Institute for Nuclear Physics at the Siberian Branch of the USSR Academy of Sciences. His doctoral thesis focused on nonlinear waves in plasma, under the guidance of Prof. V.E. Zakharov. In 1981, he earned his Doctorate in Mathematics and Physics, with a thesis on the stability of nonlinear waves and turbulence, solidifying his expertise in nonlinear dynamics. His educational background laid the foundation for a distinguished career in theoretical physics, contributing significantly to both research and academic teaching in the field.
(i) Derivation of the so-called Zakharov-Kuznetsov (ZK) equation for describing ion-acoustic waves in a magnetzed plasma, finding within this equation 3D solitons with their Lyapunov stability proving with the help of the Sobolev integral estimation;
(ii) Finding first time exact anisotropic spectra of weak turbulence of the Kolmogorov type for ion-acoustic waves in strongly magnetized plasma with the help of the so called Zakharov-Kuznetsov transformation;
(iii) Construting first time exact solution for breathers of the 1D nonlinear Schrodinger equation by means of the inverse scattering transform.

Professional Experience

Dr. Kuznetsov’s professional experience spans over five decades, beginning as a trainee researcher in 1969 at the Institute for Nuclear Physics. He later became a senior research fellow and head of the Laboratory of Nonlinear Physics at the Institute of Automation and Electrometry. In 1992, he joined the Landau Institute for Theoretical Physics and the P.N. Lebedev Physical Institute, where he held pivotal roles, including Deputy Director of the Center for Nonlinear Studies. He has also been a visiting professor at renowned institutions like the Weizmann Institute of Science and the University of Colorado. Throughout his career, Dr. Kuznetsov has contributed immensely to research and education in nonlinear physics, turbulence, and integrable systems. His extensive career reflects his leadership in scientific research and his role as a mentor to future generations of physicists.

Research Interests

Dr. Kuznetsov’s primary research interests revolve around nonlinear wave dynamics, turbulence, and integrable systems. He has made significant contributions to the study of solitons, plasma physics, and nonlinear hydrodynamics. His research spans a variety of topics, including the stability of nonlinear waves, wave propagation in plasma, and the mathematics of integrable systems. He has pioneered the study of complex wave interactions and turbulence, particularly in plasma and fluid dynamics. Dr. Kuznetsov has also worked on the development of theoretical frameworks for nonlinear phenomena in various physical systems, including those in plasma, hydrodynamics, and integrable systems. His work continues to influence the understanding of nonlinear dynamics in both classical and quantum systems.

Awards and Honors

Dr. Kuznetsov has received numerous awards and honors throughout his career, recognizing his outstanding contributions to theoretical physics and nonlinear science. He has been a principal research fellow at prestigious Russian institutes, including the P.N. Lebedev Physical Institute and the Landau Institute for Theoretical Physics. He has received recognition for his role in advancing nonlinear physics, particularly in the areas of wave dynamics, turbulence, and solitons. His work has also led to invitations as a visiting professor at esteemed institutions worldwide, further attesting to his global influence in the field. His leadership in the Center for Nonlinear Studies and his involvement in international research collaborations have solidified his reputation as a leader in mathematical physics. He was awarded by the L.I. Mandelstam Price of the Russian Academy of Sciences for the cycle of works “Wave collapses in plasma, optics and hydrodynamics” (2012), elected as a full member of the Russian Academy of Sciences (2016).

Conclusion

Dr. Evgenii Kuznetsov’s career is marked by groundbreaking research, leadership in the scientific community, and a deep commitment to advancing the field of nonlinear physics. His extensive academic experience, both as a researcher and educator, has made him a prominent figure in theoretical physics. He has significantly contributed to our understanding of nonlinear waves, turbulence, and integrable systems, leaving a lasting legacy in these fields. His leadership roles at major Russian institutes and his involvement in international collaborations have established him as a key figure in the global scientific community. Dr. Kuznetsov’s continued work and mentorship will undoubtedly inspire future generations of physicists, ensuring that his impact on the field of mathematical physics endures for years to come.

Publications Top Noted

  • Title: Three-Dimensional Acoustic Turbulence: Weak Versus Strong
    Authors: E.A. Kochurin, Evgeny A. Kuznetsov
    Year: 2024
    Citations: 3
    Source: Physical Review Letters

  • Title: Mathematical Methods of Physics: Problems with Solutions
    Authors: I.V. Kolokolov, E.A. Kuznetsov, A.I. Milstein, D.A. Shapiro, E.G. Shapiro

  • Title: Magnetic Filaments: Formation, Stability, and Feedback
    Authors: E.A. Kuznetsov, E.A. Mikhailov
    Year: 2024
    Source: Mathematics

  • Title: Quasiclassical Dynamics of Nonlinear Wave Systems
    Authors: E.A. Kuznetsov
    Year: 2023
    Source: Radiophysics and Quantum Electronics

  • Title: Reply to the Comment to the Paper “Symmetry Approach in the Problem of Gas Expansion into Vacuum”
    Authors: E.A. Kuznetsov, M.Y. Kagan

  • Title: Nonlinear Dynamics of Slipping Flows
    Authors: E.A. Kuznetsov, E.A. Mikhailov, M.G. Serdyukov
    Year: 2023
    Source: Radiophysics and Quantum Electronics

  • Title: Formation of Droplets of the Order Parameter and Superconductivity in Inhomogeneous Fermi–Bose Mixtures (Brief Review)
    Authors: M.Y. Kagan, S.V. Aksenov, A.V. Turlapov, V.M. Silkin, E.A. Burovski
    Year: 2023
    Citations: 3
    Source: JETP Letters

  • Title: Direct Numerical Simulation of Acoustic Turbulence: Zakharov–Sagdeev Spectrum
    Authors: E.A. Kochurin, E.A. Kuznetsov
    Year: 2022
    Citations: 10
    Source: JETP Letters

  • Title: Slipping Flows and Their Breaking
    Authors: E.A. Kuznetsov, E.A. Mikhailov
    Year: 2022
    Citations: 8
    Source: Annals of Physics

  • Title: Instability of Solitons and Collapse of Acoustic Waves in Media with Positive Dispersion
    Authors: E.A. Kuznetsov
    Year: 2022
    Citations: 5
    Source: Journal of Experimental and Theoretical Physics

  • Title: Turbulence of Ion Sound in a Plasma Located in a Magnetic Field
    Authors: E.A. Kuznetsov
    Year: 1972
    Citations: 58
    Source: Soviet Physics JETP, Vol. 35, p. 310
  • Title: Solitons in a Parametrically Unstable Plasma
    Authors: E.A. Kuznetsov
    Year: 1977
    Citations: 655
    Source: Doklady Akademii Nauk SSSR, Vol. 236, pp. 575–577
  • Title: Three-Dimensional Solitons
    Authors: V.E. Zakharov, E.A. Kuznetsov
    Year: 1974
    Citations: 500
    Source: Soviet Physics – Journal of Experimental and Theoretical Physics