Dmitrii Malkov is a Senior Research Analyst in Elsevier’s Analytical & Data Services team, where he leads research evaluation projects using cutting-edge quantitative methods and rigorous mixed methods designs. Previously, he worked as a data analyst at Researchfish and as a research assistant at the University of Sussex. Before moving into research evaluation, he founded and directed ITMO University’s Center for Science Communication, launching Russia’s first master’s program in the field. He holds dual MSc degrees in Science and Technology Policy (University of Sussex) and Scientific, Medical and Environmental Communication (Pompeu Fabra University).