About scientific creativity of Victor A. Solntsev

Aim. The main stages of scientific activity of V.A. Solntsev from the student’s bench to the leader of the scientific school on radiophysics and microwave electronics are investigated. Method. Based on the primary publications, the main directions of the creative path of the scientist, whom determined the electronic age of the time, are analyzed. Results. It is shown how timely V.A. Solntsev found a substitute for research and calculation methods that ceased to satisfy the demands of science and production, and resolutely went on to develop new principles of amplification and generation, accurately determining the expiration time of previous methods and principles and giving way only to the routine apparatus. Discussion. Great educational work and scientific and organizational role of the outstanding scientist were noted.