To the 70th anniversary of Professor Alexander Alekseevich Vybornov

The article is dedicated to the anniversary of the famous Russian archaeologist, Doctor of Historical Sciences, Professor Alexander Alekseevich Vybornov. A.A. Vybornov explored numerous archaeological sites of the Mesolithic, Neolithic, and Chalcolithic eras in the Volga-Urals and Kama region. The scientific archaeological school headed by the hero of the day is known not only in our country, but also in foreign countries. The hero of the day successfully combines scientific work with teaching, Professor A.A. Vybornov gives undergraduate lectures at the Samara State University of Social Sciences and Education, and directs master's and postgraduate courses in archeology. A.A. Vybornov is the author of more than 400 scientific and educational works. About 70 of the scientific works have been published abroad, including in prestigious publications included in the Scopus and Web of Science lists. The researcher is the leader and participant of numerous grants and government assignments. He is the organizer of many international and national conferences. Alexander Alekseevich pays great attention to educational work with students and is a curator every year. A.A. Vybornov for many years was the dean of the Faculty of History, the head of the Domestic History and Archeology Department, and directed the master’s program «Archaeology of the Volga Region». The article analyzes his scientific, scientific-organizational and teaching activities.