The main research methods for study and characterization of smart materials (as objects of interest for modern advanced research activities) are discussed in this tutorial. Various characterization methods are considered, such as dynamic light scattering, nuclear magnetic resonance, atomic force microscopy, X-ray diffraction, electron microscopy, and etc. The primary target audience of this tutorial are Master’s students majoring in the following areas of study: 18.04.01 “Chemical Engineering”, 28.04.02 “Nanoengineering”, and 22.04.01 “Materials Science and Technology”. <br>This tutorial was developed at the Department of Physical and Colloidal Chemistry.