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Alexander LactionovUkrainian psychologist
Date of Birth: 29.08.1946
Country:  Ukraine |
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Early Life and Education
Alexander Nikolaevich Laktionov was born on August 29, 1946, in Chuguyev, Kharkiv Oblast. In 1970, he graduated from the radiophysics faculty of Kharkiv State University (now Karazin Kharkiv National University) with a degree in biophysics.
Academic Career
After graduating, Laktionov embarked on an academic career at Kharkiv State University. From 1978 to 2000, he held various teaching positions, including lecturer, senior lecturer, associate professor, and professor, at the psychology department of the biological faculty and later at the psychology faculty.
In 1992, Laktionov was appointed head of the applied psychology department. In 2000, he became the dean of the psychology faculty at Kharkiv National University. That same year, he defended his doctoral dissertation on the structural-dynamic organization of individual experience.
Scientific Contributions
Laktionov made significant contributions to psychology. He developed a general psychological theory of human experience, focusing on the mechanisms of its transformation in modern Ukrainian society. He also developed methods for diagnosing individual experience.
Other Notable Achievements
In addition to his academic pursuits, Laktionov was an active member of numerous professional organizations, including the Association of Political Psychologists of Ukraine. He was also involved in research on political image formation and electoral technologies.
Laktionov authored over 100 scientific publications, including 10 учебных пособий (teaching aids) and monographs. His most notable work, "Coordinates of Individual Experience," received the Gratitude of the President of Ukraine, as well as other accolades from the Ukrainian Ministry of Education and Science.
Legacy
Laktionov died in Kharkiv on August 3, 2008. His work continues to influence psychologists and scholars, particularly in the areas of individual experience and political psychology. He is remembered for his insightful research, dedication to teaching, and contributions to the advancement of the field.
