Sergejs Gaidukovs is a tenured professor at Riga Technical University and since 2015 has been supervising CPSM Group – Complex Polymer Systems & Soft Matter at Institute of Chemistry and Chemical Technology. In this role, Professor Gaidukovs has been actively shaping the next generation of scientists and professionals by delivering lectures on polymer science and materials science subjects, supervising theses at all levels, mentoring talented young researchers, and coordinating research grants and industrial projects. He is a responsible for teaching subjects Polymer science and Materialscience. His group consists of 25 researchers, including 12 PhD candidates, postdocs and master students. CPSM graduated more than 70 students of all levels during the years. S.Gaidukovs, as principal investigator of CPSM, specializes in the development of advanced polymer materials with a strong emphasis on sustainability, performance, and cutting-edge processing technologies, pushing the boundaries of sustainable polymer material innovation through biomass conversion to novel biopolymers and biocomposites. CPSM explores the potential of small molecule conversion into complex macromolecular systems, including biopolymers, nanoparticles, and complex soft matter, optimizing their macro-, micro-, and nanostructures for enhanced and customizable product performance. The group's research integrates macromolecular synthesis, chemical functionalization, and polymer engineering to create novel, high-value, adaptive materials and intelligent soft matter products from natural raw components. These materials are tailored for various applications, including consumer products, construction, electronics, robotics, medicine, and industrial sectors. Through advanced manufacturing methods, such as additive manufacturing and light-assisted processing, the group creates novel materials that meet the demands of modern society and industry. Whether designing high-performance plastics or bioproducts, CPSM remains at the forefront of polymer development, bridging the gap between scientific research and real-world applications.

Over the years, Professor Gaidukovs has participated in and led numerous national and international projects and research programs, in this topic establishing an extensive network within both the local and global scientific and industrial communities.

S. Gaidukovs is a full member of Latvian Academy of Science and Fellow of Royal Society of Chemistry. He is a member of Latvian Materials Research Society (LMRS), Polymer Processing Society (PPS) and European Society for Composite Materials (ESCM) He received several national appreciations: Latvian State Ministry President “For a significant contribution to polymer research and promoting a sustainable environment”, Latvian Academy of Sciences “The most significant achievements in LV science: Transformation of biomass waste into sustainable bioplastic products", “Biomimetic method for obtaining spider silk” and “Enhanced electromagnetic protection and cybersecurity through innovative shielding, monitoring and data destruction technologies”. He also serves as an Associate Editor at Advanced Composites and Hybrid Materials (Springer Nature).