Member of Russian Academy of Sciences (RAS), doctor of chemical sciences, professor of physical chemistry. Mainly works in area of material science: modeling, experimental search for new functional materials, comprehensive characterization, applications of new materials and preparation techniques.
1982-2005: Director of Institute of Inorganic Chemistry, Siberian Branch of RAS.
At the moment: adviser to Russian Academy of Sciences.
Associated with CODATA since 1976 and has participated in work of CODATA in different capacities.
Prof. F.A. Kuznetsov has a big experience in organizing various international meetings and organizations. He has initiated and participated in a number of international research projects. He is one of the founders of Asia Pacific Academy of Materials (APAM), for a long time he acted as President and he is currently Past President.