Usanov Dmitriy Alexandrovich – organizer of science and education, outstanding Soviet and Russian scientist and inventor

Background and Objectives: The activities of Professor Dmitriy Alexandrovich Usanov, Honored Scientist of the Russian Federation, Honored Inventor of the Russian Federation, at Saratov State University (SSU) were multifaceted, distinguished by high professionalism, a rare harmonious combination of scientific achievements and relevant applied solutions built on this basis. His achievements include organizational activities aimed at the development and support of research work at SSU at the world level, which was the most important trump card when Saratov University won the status of a National Research University, the development of the Department of Solid State Physics, which provides training of specialists in the direction of bachelor’s and master’s degree “Electronics and Nanoelectronics”, highly qualified personnel in the specialty “Miro electronic component base- and nanoelectronics, quantum devices”, support for the functioning of the network of dissertation councils at SSU and the publication of several series of journal “Izvestiya of Saratov University”, determining the policy and quality of publications in the journal “Izvestiya of Saratov University. Physics”, 30-year leadership of the dissertation council in several physical and mathematical scientific areas, organization of deep educational work in the field of preserving historical memory and patriotism, methodological activities aimed at improving the quality of education and research. Materials and Methods: Milestones of Dmitriy A. Usanov’s life path are comprehensively reflected in the article based on the analysis of his diverse and large-scale activities, compiling a bibliography of his main scientific, methodological and educational works. Conclusion: An integral idea of the activities of an outstanding scientist, inventor, teacher, educator of youth is being formed.

Dmitriy Alexandrovich Usanov, Saratov State University, organizer of science and education, scientist and inventor