Dr. Vasily Kaichev | Heterogeneous | Best Researcher Award
Dr. Vasily Kaichev | Heterogeneous | Head of Department at Boreskov Institute of Catalysis | Russia
Dr. Vasily Kaichev is a highly respected scientist whose expertise lies in heterogeneous catalysis, surface chemistry and operando spectroscopic methods. He earned his Ph.D. in Physics and Mathematics from the Institute of Inorganic Chemistry in Novosibirsk, followed by a D.Sc. in Chemistry from the Boreskov Institute of Catalysis, also in Novosibirsk. Professionally, Dr. Kaichev has progressed through research and leadership roles at the Boreskov Institute of Catalysis—first as a senior researcher, then head of the Laboratory of Spectral Methods, and most recently heading the Department of Catalysts Research. He has also undertaken international research visits, including a stay at the Fritz-Haber Institute in Germany. His research interest focuses on the in situ/operando investigation of catalytic reaction mechanisms, especially using techniques such as X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS), XANES/EXAFS, FTIR, PM-IRRAS and mass spectrometry. His research skills include advanced surface characterization, spectroscopic monitoring of catalysts under real reaction conditions, data analysis of dynamic catalytic systems and mechanistic modelling. Dr. Kaichev has been recognized for his scientific leadership and mentorship in catalysis research and has made major contributions to our understanding of catalyst behaviour under operando conditions. In conclusion, Dr. Vasily Kaichev stands as an exemplary figure in catalysis science—combining rigorous methodology, innovative experimental design and leadership in materials research—positioning him for continued impact in sustainable catalytic technologies.
Featured Publications
Kaichev, V. V., Vinokurov, Z. S., & Saraev, A. A. (2021). Self-sustained oscillations in oxidation of methane over palladium: the nature of “low-active” and “highly active” states. Catalysis Science & Technology, 11, 4392.
Kaichev, V. V., Kremneva, A. M., Saraev, A. A., & others. (2020). Effect of Calcination Temperature on Activity of Fe₂O₃–Al₂O₃ Nanocomposite Catalysts in CO Oxidation. Catalysis Letters, 148, 3715.
Kaichev, V. V., Selivanova, A. V., Tsapina, A. M., & others. (2019). Non-Classical Adsorption of Methanol on Palladium: The Competition Between Adsorption of Single Molecules and Clusters. The Journal of Physical Chemistry C.
Litvintseva, K. A., Kaichev, V. V., Chesalov, Y. A., & others. (2024). Mechanistic Study of Selective Oxidation of Methanol over a Monolayer V₂O₅/TiO₂ Catalyst. The Journal of Physical Chemistry C.
Kaichev, V. V., Saraev, A. A., Gladky, A. Y., & others. (2019). The Origin of the Size Effect in the Oxidation of CO on Supported Palladium Nanoparticles. Catalysis Letters.
Kaichev, V. V., Kozlova, E. A., Kurenkova, A. Yu., & others. (2021). The Influence of Reaction Conditions on the Rate of Hydrogen Evolution in Aqueous Solutions of Glycerol over Pt/TiO₂ Photocatalysts. Journal of Catalysis.
Kaichev, V. V., Saraev, A. A., Matveev, A. V., & others. (2018). In situ NAP-XPS and Mass Spectrometry Study of the Oxidation of Propylene over Palladium. Applied Surface Science.