Ms. Tatyana Moroz | Raman Spectroscopy | Women Researcher Award

Researcher from V. S. Sobolev Institute of Geology and Mineralogy | Russia

Ms. Tatyana N. Moroz is a distinguished physicist and researcher specializing in crystallography and vibrational spectroscopy. She earned her diploma from Novosibirsk State University’s Physical Faculty in 1973 and has since dedicated over five decades to scientific research. Her early work focused on analytical methods for atmospheric pollutants, using gas chromatography and spectroscopic techniques. Since 1987, she has worked at the Laboratory of X-Ray, Infrared & Raman Spectroscopy at the United Institute of Geology, Geophysics, and Mineralogy, SB RAS. Under the mentorship of Dr. Diana K. Arkhipenko, Ms. Moroz has extensively studied the structural and mineralogical properties of natural and synthetic minerals, using Raman and infrared spectroscopy. She has presented her work at international conferences across Europe and the U.S. and has authored around 30 scientific papers. Her contributions span from hydrotalcite crystallography to geochemical analysis, cementing her role as a pioneering woman in physical and geological sciences.

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Educational Background

Ms. Tatyana Moroz pursued her higher education at the prestigious Novosibirsk State University, where she was enrolled in the Physical Faculty, specifically in the Department of Molecular Physics. From 1969 to 1973, she undertook rigorous academic training in physics, focusing on both theoretical and experimental approaches to the physical sciences. Her coursework emphasized solid-state physics, molecular interactions, and foundational spectroscopy, laying the groundwork for her future research in crystallography and vibrational analysis. In July 1973, she was awarded a diploma, officially graduating as a qualified physicist. This academic foundation not only equipped her with advanced scientific knowledge but also shaped her methodical approach to research. The comprehensive curriculum and mentorship she received at Novosibirsk State University played a critical role in influencing her professional path and her later contributions to the Russian Academy of Sciences and the Institute of Geology and Mineralogy, where she became a specialist in Raman and infrared spectroscopy.

Professional Experience

Ms. Tatyana Moroz has built an extensive and impactful career in the fields of physics, geology, and spectroscopy through her longstanding association with esteemed Russian research institutions. She began her professional journey as an engineer at the Electrovacuum Institute in Novosibirsk (1973–1974), followed by a 12-year tenure (1974–1986) at the Institute of Applied Physics, where she focused on analytical instrumentation and environmental spectroscopy. From 1987 to 1988, she served as an engineer at the Laboratory of the United Institute of Geology, Geophysics and Mineralogy, Russian Academy of Sciences. She then progressed to the position of Junior Researcher from 1988 to 1993. Her expertise and dedication led to her promotion as a Researcher at the Laboratory of X-Ray, Infrared, and Raman Spectroscopy (1993–1996). Since 1994, Ms. Moroz has continuously contributed as a Researcher at the Institute of Geology and Mineralogy SB RAS, focusing on crystallography, mineralogy, and spectroscopic studies

Research Focus

Ms. Tatyana Moroz’s research primarily centers on mineralogy, crystallography, and vibrational spectroscopy, with a strong emphasis on the structural and chemical characterization of natural and synthetic minerals. Her work integrates Raman and infrared spectroscopy to investigate the crystal-chemical properties and symmetry refinements of minerals, such as hydrotalcites, ellestadite, and chabazite. She has contributed significantly to the understanding of polymorphic modifications (e.g., TiO₂), space group identification, and the geochemical analysis of complex mineral formations. In addition to geological applications, her interdisciplinary research includes studies on biological samples like human gallstones and salivary stones using spectroscopic and elemental analysis techniques. Her collaborative efforts have also explored spinel formation and cobalt-containing sulfates in ore deposits. Overall, Ms. Moroz’s work lies at the intersection of geoscience, physical chemistry, and material analysis, highlighting the role of vibrational spectroscopy in solving structural and compositional challenges in both geological and biomedical contexts.

Publication Top Notes

• Raman Spectroscopic Analysis of Cyanobacteria in Apatite-Containing Rocks of the Tomtor Nb-REE Deposit (Russia)
  Year: 2025

• Unusual Ore Mineralization of Siliceous Rocks in the Southern Kambalny Central Thermal Field (Kamchatka)
  Year: 2024

• Signatures of the Involvement of Microorganisms in the Formation of Nodular Monazite (Kularite), Republic of Sakha (Yakutia), Russia
  Year: 2024
  Citations: 1

• Montbrayite from the Svetlinsk Gold–Telluride Deposit (South Urals, Russia): Composition Variability and Decomposition
  Year: 2023
  Citations: 2

• Native Gold and Unique Gold–Brannerite Nuggets from the Placer of the Kamenny Stream, Ozerninsky Ore Cluster (Western Transbaikalia, Russia) and Possible Sources
  Year: 2023
  Citations: 2

Conclusion

Dr. Tatiana N. Moroz is highly suitable for the Research for Women Researcher Award. Her long-standing contribution to geochemistry and spectroscopy, her scientific rigor, and her participation in global research activities demonstrate both excellence and perseverance in a male-dominated field. With an enriching research career spanning over five decades, she embodies the spirit of scientific dedication and innovation, making her a commendable nominee for this prestigious recognition.