Welcome to MATRIZ Academia
This section currently includes:
- TRIZ Master theses (Level 5) dedicated to the development of the methodology,
- Level 4 project reports defended as part of the TRIZ Specialist certification process,
- a full archive of the historic Journal of TRIZ (Журнал ТРИЗ),
- all published issues of TRIZ Review – the official international journal of MATRIZ.
New sections will be added as the Academy continues to grow. Each item in this archive has been selected for its contribution to the knowledge, practice, or history of TRIZ. We invite you to explore, learn, and be inspired.
TRIZ Master theses 1
The following collection features theses dedicated to the advancement of TRIZ methodology. You will not find here any theses submitted as part of a TRIZ Master application based solely on practical or teaching achievements.
If you browse our base of TRIZ Masters you will quickly notice that the number of certified Level 5 holders is much higher than the number of theses presented here. It’s worth noting that in 1998, the founder of TRIZ, Genrich Altshuller, personally created a list of around 65 individuals who were granted the TRIZ Master title in recognition of their contribution to the methodology – without the requirement of submitting a formal thesis.
Both the TRIZ methodology and the certification rules for the TRIZ Master title have evolved over time. That’s why we encourage you to treat these documents as historical materials. Reading them can certainly help you understand many key TRIZ concepts, but they should not be considered current textbooks – let alone official guidelines for writing your own thesis.
For up-to-date descriptions of TRIZ tools, please visit wiki.matriz.org. Details about the current requirements for Level 5 certification can be found in the official MATRIZ regulations.
| Title | Author | Date | Language | Download |
| TRIZ Application for IP Strategies Development | Ikovenko Sergei | 2006 | English | Download report |
| Explaining the previously identified pattern using boundary development models | Kudravtsev Alexander | 2006 | Russian | Download report |
| Problem-oriented action search - systematic application in innovation projects | Axelrod Boris | 2007 | Russian | Download report |
| A method for inventive problem analysis and solution based on why-why analysis and functional clues | Pinyayev Aleksey | 2007 | English | Download report |
| Improving the tools for analysis and synthesis of technical systems at the 3rd stage of evolution | Feygenson Naum | 2008 | Russian | Download report |
| Deployment of technical systems | Devoino Igor | 2009 | Russian | Download report |
| Substance-energy transformations in a technical system_Methodology for constructing and analyzing models | Kashkarov Alexander | 2009 | Russian | Download report |
| Improving the methodology of function analysis of technical systems | Feygenson Oleg | 2010 | Russian | Download report |
| Application of phase transitions to solving inventive problems | Logvinov Sergei | 2010 | Russian | Download report |
| Technology of selection of innovative design tools based on TRIZ - FCA | Gerasimov Oleg | 2010 | Russian | Download report |
| The function tree analysis for new product development and its applications | Young-Ju Kang | 2010 | English | Download report |
| TRIZ in a bi-system with Lean Sigma | Barkan Mark | 2011 | English | Download report |
| Developing a strategy for solving an innovative problem at the main stages of work | Efimov Andrei | 2011 | Russian | Download report |
| Parallel lines of evolution (PLE) | Gershman Michael | 2011 | Russian | Download report |
| Utilization of TRIZ for development of business strategies for innovative companies | Kaplan Len | 2011 | English | Download report |
| Algorithm for sequential hybridization of products and hybridization schemes | Prushinskiy Valeriy | 2011 | Russian | Download report |
| Comprehensive analysis of technical systems at the transitional stage of development | Abramov Oleg | 2012 | Russian | Download report |
| TRIZ beyond technology - Stratagems as an analogue of techniques for solving non-technical problems in the field of elections, advertising and PR | Faer Sergey | 2012 | Russian | Download report |
| Evolution navigator for technical system innovation | Mi Jeong Song | 2012 | English | Download report |
| Algorithm for automated construction of cause-and-effect chains of defects | Medvedev Aleksandr | 2013 | Russian | Download report |
| Diagnostics of the development of inventive thinking based on TRIZ methods | Rubina Natalia | 2013 | Russian | Download report |
| A method for cause-effect chain analysis based on multi-screen thinking and state-interaction model | Hongyul Yoon | 2014 | English | Download report |
| Improving tools of flow analysis | Lebedev Yuri | 2015 | Russian | Download report |
| Increased addressing of human senses as a trend | Mayer Oliver | 2017 | English | Download report |
Level 4 project reports 2
To receive the Level 4 TRIZ Specialist certificate, candidates must prepare and defend a qualification project in front of an expert committee. The project should demonstrate both deep theoretical understanding of TRIZ and the ability to apply TRIZ tools in practice. The materials shared in this section were submitted and successfully defended as part of that process.
These reports offer valuable insight into how TRIZ projects are planned, executed, and documented by experienced practitioners. While each one successfully met the certification requirements, it is important to note that the defense process involves in-depth discussion with the certification committee – including questions, comments, and suggestions for improvement.
The materials shared here are not intended as templates or definitive models. Rather, they reflect individual approaches and real-world applications, each shaped by the candidate’s work and the feedback received during the defense. Minor issues were often identified and addressed in this process, without affecting the overall positive assessment. As such, these reports can serve as a helpful reference – not as ready-made patterns, but as examples of how TRIZ thinking is applied in diverse and practical contexts.
| Title | Author | Date | Language | Download |
| Conceptual design of a system to combat the accumulation of compacted snow on the running track of an all-terrain vehicle | Shcherbakov Mikhail | 2022 | Russian | Download report |
| Improving the technological process of metalloid production | Tokarev Alexander | 2023 | English | Download report |
| The improvement of correct operation rate of Buchholz relay based on TRIZ | Junfang Yuan | 2024 | English | Download report |
| Oil spill monitoring detection equipment for ship refueling process | Lihong Shi | 2024 | English | Download report |
| Reducing the weight of short neutral section in Railways | Tito Kishan Vemuri | 2024 | English | Download report |
| Design of automatic track-wheel switching device based on TRIZ | Cuilan Zhu | 2025 | English | Download report |
| The development of rapid response microcapsule electrophoretic display (EPD) devices | Shirong Wang | 2025 | English | Download report |
| Develop energy harvesting method from kinetic energy of air and increasing the efficiency of this method | Burak Can Cicek | 2025 | English | Download report |
Journal of TRIZ 3
The Journal of TRIZ (Russian: Журнал ТРИЗ) was a quarterly magazine published in Obninsk between 1991 and 1997 as the official publication of the TRIZ Association. The editor-in-chief was Kirill Sklobovskiy, a TRIZ Master, researcher, and active promoter of the methodology.
The magazine was launched by the TRIZ community during a period of rapid methodological development. From the beginning, it was designed as a professional journal for TRIZ practitioners, educators, and method developers. It combined accessible language with a high level of substance – featuring methodological articles, analyses, commentary, discussion pieces, and updates on the development of TRIZ.
Although it was originally intended as a quarterly publication, the magazine appeared irregularly. Over seven years, a total of 14 issues were published. In 1997, publication was suspended. After a several-year break, the magazine was revived in 2005 as an electronic edition under the patronage of MATRIZ. Unfortunately, after the release of one more issue in 2006, the publication was permanently discontinued.
Today, Journal of TRIZ remains a valuable historical resource that documents the evolution of TRIZ – especially during the dramatic social and economic changes of the 1990s. It includes articles by well-known and respected authors, as well as lesser-known contributions that are just as important in tracing the development of TRIZ ideas and tools.
We invite you to treat this collection as an archival resource. Reading through these issues provides insights into the context in which TRIZ was taking shape and allows readers to follow the evolution of many concepts now considered foundational. However, please keep in mind that not all of the content reflects the current state of knowledge – so, we recommend approaching these materials with their historical context in mind.
| Title | Language | Download |
| Journal of TRIZ 1990 1-2 | Russian | Journal of TRIZ 1990 1-2 |
| Journal of TRIZ 1991 1 | Russian | Journal of TRIZ 1991 1 |
| Journal of TRIZ 1991 2 | Russian | Journal of TRIZ 1990 1-2 |
| Journal of TRIZ 1992 1 | Russian | Journal of TRIZ 1992 1 |
| Journal of TRIZ 1992 2 | Russian | Journal of TRIZ 1992 2 |
| Journal of TRIZ 1992 3 | Russian | Journal of TRIZ 1992 3 |
| Journal of TRIZ 1992 4 | Russian | Journal of TRIZ 1992 4 |
| Journal of TRIZ 1995 | Russian | Journal of TRIZ 1995 |
| Journal of TRIZ 1996 1 | Russian | Journal of TRIZ 1996 1 |
| Journal of TRIZ 1996 2 | Russian | Journal of TRIZ 1996 2 |
| Journal of TRIZ 1997 | Russian | Journal of TRIZ 1997 |
| Journal of TRIZ 2005 | Russian | Journal of TRIZ 2005 |
| Journal of TRIZ 2006 | Russian | Journal of TRIZ 2006 |
TRIZ review 4
TRIZ Review is an English-language academic and professional journal published by the International TRIZ Association (MATRIZ). Its stated goal is to foster an international, interdisciplinary community of TRIZ researchers, trainers, and practitioners by providing a platform for sharing high-quality articles on both theoretical development and practical application of the methodology in engineering, business, and education. All submissions undergo a double-blind review process, and the editorial board includes respected experts in the field.
The content of TRIZ Review combines academic rigour with practical implementation value. The debut issue, released in February 2019, featured the first English translation of Genrich Altshuller’s classic essay “The Psychology of Inventive Creativity,” alongside articles on modern TRIZ function analysis, case studies from international corporations, or papers exploring TRIZ integration with innovation management and creative education. The second issue, published in April 2020, focused on tool development (such as automated cause–effect analysis), the use of the MPV method for exploring adjacent markets, or the adaptation of function analysis to organizational problems.
After the second issue, the journal’s publication was paused. However, in 2025, the MATRIZ Board decided to revive TRIZ Review, releasing a third volume. The journal’s return reflects a renewed commitment to gathering breakthrough research, implementation cases, and reflections on the future of the methodology in the era of artificial intelligence and big data analysis.
| Date | Language | ISSN / ISBN | Download |
| March 2019 | English | 2641-9912 | TRIZ Review 2019 |
| April 2020 | English | 2641-9912 | TRIZ Review 2020 |
| October 2025 | English | 978-83-972661-1-7 | TRIZ Review 2025 |
TRIZfest Proceedings 5
| Conference | Date | City and country | Download |
| TRIZfest-2009 | July 25-29, 2009 | St. Petersburg, Russia | TRIZfest-2009 Proceedings |
| TRIZfest-2014 | September 04-06, 2014 | Prague, Czech Republic | TRIZfest-2014 Proceedings |
| TRIZfest-2015 | September 10-12, 2015 | Seoul, South Korea | TRIZfest-2015 Proceedings |
| TRIZfest-2016 | July 28-30, 2016 | Beijing, People’s Republic of China | TRIZfest-2016 Proceedings |
| TRIZfest-2017 | September 14-16, 2017 | Kraków, Poland | TRIZfest-2017 Proceedings |
| TRIZfest-2018 | September 13-15, 2018 | Lisbon, Portugal | TRIZfest-2018 Proceedings |
| TRIZfest-2019 | September 11-14, 2019 | Heilbronn, Germany | TRIZfest-2019 Proceedings |
| TRIZfest-2021 | September 15-18, 2021 | Online | TRIZfest-2021 Proceedings |
| TRIZfest-2022 | August 31 - September 1-3, 2022 | Graz, Austria | TRIZfest-2022 Proceedings |
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TRIZfest-2023 TRIZfest-2024 |
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14-17, 2023 September 04-06, 2024 |
Bengaluru, India Kuching, Malaysia |
TRIZfest-2024 Proceedings |
This section brings together a selection of foundational texts written by the pioneers of TRIZ. These materials offer direct access to the original thinking that shaped the methodology and continue to inspire practitioners, researchers, and educators around the world.
Here you’ll find classic works that form the backbone of the TRIZ knowledge base – including Genrich Altshuller’s original texts, as well as influential writings by other key contributors to the development of the methodology. The documents presented here are authentic and historically significant. They are shared to support a deeper understanding of TRIZ in its original context and to help readers connect with the roots of the discipline.
| Title | Author | Language | Download |
| 76 standard inventive solutions | Genrikh Altshuller | English | Download document |
| Algorithm of Inventive Problem Solving (ARIZ) | Genrikh Altshuller | English | Download document |
| The Concept of Resources in TRIZ: Past, Present and Future | Boris Zlotin and Alla Zusman | English | Download document |
TRIZ miscellaneous 7
This section contains various materials designed to support TRIZ practice, learning, and application. While they don’t form part of a formal training program or certification track, these resources have proven useful to both newcomers and experienced practitioners working on real-world problems.
Here, you’ll find tools, templates, reference materials, and practical aids – all intended to make it easier to apply TRIZ thinking in everyday work. Whether you’re preparing for a project, running a workshop, or simply deepening your understanding of the methodology, these materials are here to help.
| Title | Language | Download |
| Glossary for technical systems | English | Download document |
| Interpretation of typical parameters in the contradiction matrix | English | Download document |
| ARIZ 85-C template | English | Download document |