Scientific and Educational Institute “Titan”

Strategic Goal:

The Scientific and Educational Institute “Titan” was established in response to current challenges that demand deep integration of scientific research, education, and innovative production. Its mission is to foster a new generation of engineers and researchers capable of driving technological progress in Ukraine and globally in strategically important areas: titanium technologies, biocompatible materials, additive manufacturing, and critical materials for the defense, energy, and medical sectors.

Rationale for Establishment:

There is a growing global demand for a new type of university — research- and production-oriented. Leading technical universities have long functioned as scientific centers capable of generating innovations and implementing them in industry. USUST demonstrates readiness for such transformations:

• The university participates in over 18 state-funded and strategically significant R&D projects;
• It has implemented projects involving titanium alloys for the medical and defense industries;
• Agreements have been signed with companies such as ZTMK and Velta for the implementation of titanium technologies and workforce training.

These achievements laid the groundwork for the establishment of a powerful institution — the Institute “Titan.”

Key Research Areas:

• Additive Manufacturing (3D Printing):
  • Research and implementation of 3D printing technologies using titanium, zirconium, and niobium alloys;
  • Production of complex structures for medicine (bioimplants), defense (machinery components), and aviation;
  • Establishment of a 3D printing laboratory for educational and research purposes.
• Development of High-Tech Materials:
  • Creation of new biocompatible and heat-resistant materials for industrial use;
  • Organization of pilot production and testing centers to assess material properties.
• Powder Metallurgy and Rare Earth Elements:
  • Development of methods for processing Ukrainian rare earth raw materials;
  • Implementation of cutting-edge approaches to the use of critical metals in the defense, electronics, and energy industries.

Institute Structure:

• Department of Inorganic Substances and Ecology Technology
• Department of Fuel, Polymer, and Printing Materials Technology
• Department of Energy
• Department of Electrometallurgy named after Acad. M.I. Hasyk
• Department of Coatings, Composite Materials, and Metal Protection

Also planned:

• Additive Technologies Laboratory
• Materials Testing Center

Partnerships and Collaboration:

• VELTA – strategic partner in titanium development and training
• ZTMK – joint projects on alloy development and practical student training
• International universities and research centers – academic mobility, joint grant applications, participation in the Horizon Europe program

Educational Programs:

• Bachelor’s and Master’s programs focused on practice-oriented learning
• Engineer training courses in additive manufacturing
• Support for student-led research projects and startups
• An innovative environment for youth

Development Prospects:

The SEI “Titan” will serve as a foundational platform for:

• Strengthening Ukraine’s role in the global titanium industry
• Enhancing national scientific security in critical technologies
• Training a new generation of professionals for Industry 4.0

Expanding the export of high-tech products