**Konstantin Volcho**

Prof. Konstantin Volcho received his PhD in 1997 from Novosibirsk State University, Russia. Since then, he has been working at the Novosibirsk Institute of Organic Chemistry (Russia). Research of Prof. Volcho is focused on synthetic transformations of natural compounds and their analogues, including catalytic reactions, for the development of new biologically active compounds. The research interest of Prof. Volcho includes the development of novel treatments against nervous system disorders, antivirals, and anticancer agents. Konstantin has authored or co-authored more than 250 peer-reviewed publications. He is an inventor in 50 issued patents. He is a Professor of the Russian Academy of Science.
