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On February 16, 2026, the opening of the Modeling School of the Joint-Stock Company Engineering and Technical Center JET (JSC ETC JET, part of JSC Rosatom Service) took place at Novosibirsk State University (NSU).

Rosatom places special emphasis on training qualified personnel and supporting the comprehensive development of young people, including in engineering and mathematics. Established at the country's leading technical universities, the JET Engineering and Technology Center's Modeling Schools immerse final-year students in mathematical modeling and develop digital competencies relevant to the IT market.

Training at the Modeling School is based on the domestic innovative platform for mathematical modeling and digital twin creation, REPEAT (developed by JSC ITC JET). The Modeling School will provide comprehensive training for engineers in digital modeling.

"Creating our own modern developments and innovations for industry, training highly qualified specialists in technology and mathematics, and developing centers of excellence—these and other objectives for strengthening Russia's technological sovereignty are our goals as we expand the School of Modeling network. We believe that active and motivated NSU students—future graduates of the School of Modeling—will join the growing ranks of professionals capable of solving problems of national importance," noted Sergey Bukreev, Director of JET LAB.

As part of our development strategy, the university aims to strengthen the participation of industrial partners in educational projects. This helps us train specialists who, even during their studies, are immersed in the real industry environment, participating in projects and solving problems initiated by companies. Rosatom State Corporation is one of the university's key industrial partners. Since 2024, we have been working with a joint program. Master's program "Digital Twins and Scientific Engineering" on Faculty of Mechanics and Mathematics"The opening of the Modeling School marks a new and important stage in our collaboration. I am confident that this will open up additional opportunities for our students," commented NSU Rector and Corresponding Member of the Russian Academy of Sciences Dmitry Pyshny.

The School of Modeling at RSU has joined the growing network of engineering and mathematical schools of JSC "ITC "JET": students from KSPEU (Kazan), TPU (Tomsk), DSTU (Rostov-on-Don), KubSTU (Krasnodar), MPEI (Moscow), UrFU (Yekaterinburg), RSU (Moscow), and LETI (St. Petersburg) are already learning the basics of mathematical modeling on REPEAT.

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On February 11, the House of Scientists of the Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences held an anniversary Academic Hour for schoolchildren from the Sovietsky District of Novosibirsk. This year, the project celebrated its 15th anniversary. About 200 students from Akademgorodok schools gathered in the small hall of the House of Scientists. One of the speakers at the meeting was the dean Faculty of Information Technology (FIT) NSU Corresponding Member of the Russian Academy of Sciences Mikhail Lavrentyev.

The Academic Hour traditionally takes place as part of Russian Science Day and brings together leading scientists from the Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences, university professors, and schoolchildren from Akademgorodok. Over the years, the project has become an important educational bridge between fundamental science and the younger generation.

Opening the meeting, the organizers recalled that the Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences was established in 1957 on the initiative of Academicians Mikhail Lavrentyev, Sergei Sobolev, and Sergei Khristianovich for the comprehensive development of science and productive forces in Siberia. Today, the Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences unites 72 research institutes and approximately 11,000 researchers, with almost half of the scientific potential concentrated in the Novosibirsk Scientific Center.

Lyudmila Litvinenko, Head of the Education Department of the Sovetsky District of the Novosibirsk City Hall, emphasized:

"You're incredibly lucky to live here in Akademgorodok. This place possesses a unique research gene. Perhaps after this lecture some of you will decide today, 'I want to be a scientist.' Or perhaps some of you have already decided long ago. May your dreams come true."

In his speech, Mikhail Lavrentyev addressed the schoolchildren and discussed the opportunities offered by studying at Novosibirsk State University and living in Akademgorodok.

"You live in a truly unique place. In Moscow, there are more academics, but they're scattered throughout the vast city. But here, you leave one institute and immediately enter another. This concentration of science produces a stunning effect," he noted.

Speaking about the traditions of Akademgorodok, Mikhail Lavrentyev recalled the role of its founder, Mikhail Alekseevich Lavrentyev, a mathematician who left his mark on a vast number of applied fields: from calculating the optimal airfoil for aircraft wings to creating the first Soviet computers.

"This is an example of how fundamental science translates into real-world technologies—for the nuclear industry, space, and manufacturing. And today, being here, you can be at the forefront. Science is interesting because you're doing something no one else has done. You're creating technologies that people will use tomorrow," said the dean of the NSU Faculty of Information Technologies.

The report paid special attention to the specific features of education at NSU.

"Of the nearly thousand universities in Russia, only two operate according to the Phystech principle: the majority of faculty members are active scientists and specialists who simultaneously conduct research and teach. At NSU, you're taught by those who are doing science and creating technology with their own hands," Mikhail Lavrentyev emphasized.

Today, NSU enrolls approximately 9,000 students. The university actively collaborates with industrial partners, including 2GIS, the Center for Financial Technologies, Sberbank, the YADRO Group, and others. At the Faculty of Information Technology, headed by Mikhail Lavrentyev, approximately 65% of the faculty are practicing industry professionals.

"When you enroll at NSU, you don't just study; you meet your future employers. We have joint labs, real-world projects, and internships. Studying with us is challenging, but interesting. You definitely won't be bored," Mikhail Lavrentyev emphasized.

The topic of artificial intelligence took a special place in the conversation.

"Artificial intelligence doesn't replace the work of an IT specialist; it changes it. If you understand what AI can and can't do, you can find your niche in any field—from engineering to the humanities. Even if you enroll in a non-technical program, you can simultaneously gain digital competencies," concluded the dean of the NSU Faculty of Information Technologies.

At the end of the meeting, project organizer Academician Vasily Fomin summarized the main message of the Academic Hour:

"It's better to be needed than free. You can be free and do nothing. Or you can be needed—by the country, by science, by people."

The anniversary Academic Hour once again confirmed that Akademgorodok remains a space where schoolchildren can directly hear from leading scientists and take the first step toward a scientific career.

For NSU, participation in such meetings is an opportunity to demonstrate to future applicants that the university and science in Siberia continue to develop and offer real prospects for young people.

Material prepared by: Ekaterina Mukovozchik, NSU press service

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Novosibirsk State University held the grand opening of a branded zone for Postgres Professional, the market leader in data management and processing systems (DBMS). The zone is located on the first floor of the NSU academic building (1 Pirogova Street). The opening was attended by NSU Rector and Corresponding Member of the Russian Academy of Sciences Dmitry Pyshny, Dean Faculty of Information Technology (FIT) NSU Corresponding Member of the Russian Academy of Sciences Mikhail Lavrentyev and Postgres Professional CEO Ivan Panchenko. Following the official presentation, there was time for informal networking, and company-sponsored prize drawings were held.

NSU Rector Dmitry Pyshny thanked the company for its cooperation and emphasized the importance of working with industrial partners:

"Creating a branded zone is an excellent marketing practice, and the key here is not only to remind people of our presence, but, most importantly, to demonstrate a friendly attitude, highlighting our mutual trust and prospects for cooperation. Having a reliable industrial partner is a true asset and a significant achievement for NSU. Therefore, I would like to express my deep gratitude to the company for standing by our side and showing interest in the university not only for finding future employees but also for joint projects. Your laboratory work and your colleagues who teach here are especially valuable, sharing the latest knowledge and experience with students—both in the educational process and in the development of cutting-edge technologies."

Postgres Professional is a Russian database management system developer and NSU partner in the field of systems programming. The company's activities in Akademgorodok cover the full cycle of specialist training: from research in the LabSUBDFIT laboratory to professional internships and a dedicated section at the International Scientific Student Conference (ISSC-2026). The company creates an environment for the development of technologies and talent in the field of data science. According to the 2024 CSR study, the company ranks first among market leaders in data management and processing systems. The Postgres Professional team is also actively developing the open-source PostgreSQL database management system. It ranks first in Russia and is among the top five internationally for contributions to the PostgreSQL open source code.

"I'd like to say that we have many excellent partners, but the university's industrial partners hold a special place among them. Even if you look at the International Scientific and Technical Conference and other events, it's clear that Postgres Professional isn't just looking for recruits and future employees; it's investing in the development of database technologies. I'd also like to point out that the company organizes its own conferences and encourages, and sometimes even funds, our students' trips to these professional events, where they present their papers. This creates a wonderful connection: students achieve excellent results thanks to the interesting challenges the company offers. This collaboration is a true synergy between education and business, something we can be proud of and want to develop further. I hope the lab will continue to grow. I'm especially pleased that it is primarily founded by graduates of our university, and that's truly wonderful," noted Mikhail Lavrentyev, Dean of the NSU Faculty of Information Technologies.

The space's functionality is focused on effective teamwork. It features a 3x3m whiteboard and mobile puzzle tables made of durable plastic. The trapezoidal shape of the furniture allows for quick transformation to suit current tasks. All furnishings, with the exception of chairs, are custom-made. For comfortable use of technology, 28 power points are provided.

"Our company has a long-standing partnership with the university, and we are very grateful for its warm welcome and support. Thanks to the university, we were able to not only open this wonderful space but also implement numerous joint projects: a student lab operates here, summer schools are held, our courses are taught, and students defend their theses in computer science and other fields. All of this represents cutting-edge research in databases, which is being implemented in products used by major companies in our country, and some even abroad," said Ivan Panchenko, CEO of Postgres Professional.

Postgres Professional's key task was to design a multifunctional space combining work, leisure, and educational areas. The rich color palette of Postgres Professional's corporate style is combined with carefully considered ergonomics, creating a comfortable environment for NSU students. The visual centerpiece of the space is a large-scale image of an elephant, a recognizable symbol of the Postgres community, and an inspiring quote from the company's CEO, Ivan Panchenko.

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On February 6, a delegation of NSU students and faculty visited Secondary School No. 3 in Iskitim and spoke to high school students about why they should attend university, what distinguishes it from other Russian universities, and the prospects that studying at NSU offers. The students had the opportunity to immerse themselves in the atmosphere of one of Russia's leading universities through master classes and interactive activities. Approximately 160 students from other Iskitim schools also participated in the event.

"The choice of NSU was obvious and practically uncontroversial. NSU is a global center of science in Siberia, and we decided to time the university's visit to coincide with a significant date—February 8, Russian Science Day. The main goal was to show the children that science isn't just about textbooks, but also about real-world technologies, innovations, and career opportunities. The program included the most in-demand areas, covering everything from technologists to humanities and medical professionals—so every child could find something they could relate to," shared Sofia Baimler, advisor to the director for education and interaction with children's public associations at Secondary School No. 3 in Iskitim.

Students in grades 9, 10, and 11 had the opportunity to interact with students from the Institute of Medicine and Medical Technology, the Physics Department, the Advanced Engineering School (AES), the Geology and Geophysics Department, the Institute of Philosophy and Law, the Humanities Institute, and the Higher College of Informatics (HCI). They were able to not only ask questions about their studies and university life but also try their hand at being experimental physicists, philologists, doctors, engineers, and geologist.

"What I remember most was the meeting with the NSU Humanities Institute, where we analyzed student reviews and criticism of the work. I really enjoyed it; it was very interesting, especially because so many representatives from different departments came. They shared a lot of useful information, and overall, it was a good meeting," shared Elizaveta Bateneva, a 10th-grade student at Municipal Secondary School No. 3.

Sofia Baimler, organizer of the event from Iskitim Secondary School No. 3, also shared her emotions about the event:

"The emotions were incredibly positive! The most valuable thing was the children's sparkling eyes. Many of the children admitted that the immersion format helped them make their final decision on their university choice. We, and I in particular, were delighted with the professionalism of the NSU team: representatives from the institutes and faculties spoke the children's language. Thank you so much for this celebration of science; we truly value our collaboration!"

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On February 5, Novosibirsk State University hosted a lecture and meeting with translators of Chinese literature, timed to coincide with the premiere of the Old House Theatre's production of Chinese writer Liu Zhenyun's novel "One Day Like Three Autumns." The speakers included translators and scholars of Chinese literature—Oksana Rodionova, Associate Professor of the Faculty of Asian Studies at St. Petersburg State University, Alexey Rodionov, First Deputy Dean of the Faculty of Asian Studies at St. Petersburg State University, and Natalia Dmitrieva, press secretary of the Old House Theatre—who addressed NSU students majoring in Asian studies and faculty.

The event provided a rare opportunity for students to experience contemporary Chinese literature firsthand through live interaction with the translators of the work that formed the basis of the theatrical production.

Opening the meeting, the director Confucius Institute of NSU Yulia Azarenko noted the particular value of such events for regional universities:

"We have a truly extraordinary event today—a lecture and meeting with translators of Chinese literature. For us, located far from Moscow and St. Petersburg—traditional centers of Oriental studies—this is especially important. An academic environment is essential for development, and this time, the Old House Theatre helped us create one here in Novosibirsk. We are meeting in connection with the premiere of a play staged by a Chinese director based on a contemporary work of Chinese literature."

Elena Voytishek, Head of the NSU Department of Oriental Studies, also delivered a welcoming speech, emphasizing the importance of reading and direct contact with books for humanities students:

"Our librarians always say, 'Orientalists are people who read.' Despite the digital age, humanities students need to feel a book—turn the pages, experience them tactilely. Today, we have the opportunity to experience the great culture of China through literature and through those who could be called 'carriers of meaning between civilizations'—translators. It's especially valuable that we have here both first-year students, just beginning their acquaintance with Eastern culture, and seniors who already have firsthand experience immersing themselves in it."

Alexey Rodionov noted the growing interest in Chinese literature in Russia and its significance in the contemporary cultural context:

"Oksana Petrovna and I are deeply honored to be at NSU today. I highly recommend taking this opportunity to see the performance at the Old House—it's a national cultural event with significant international implications. Orientalists are in demand today more than ever: Eastern culture has long been underrepresented in the public sphere, but that's changing."

According to him, official statistics from the Russian Book Union clearly demonstrate this process:

"In the nearly 300 years of literary ties between Russia and China, Chinese literature has never even made it into the top ten most translated literatures. But in 2021, it took 9th place for the first time, 8th in 2022, and 6th in 2024. There's reason to believe this trend will continue. Students majoring in Asian studies today truly have broad prospects, and our task is to prepare them well for this."

Oksana Rodionova's main lecture focused on the work of Liu Zhenyun, his biography, the historical context of his life, the characteristics of his artistic style, and the worlds presented in his works. Excerpts from the novel were also read during the presentation.

"Liu Zhenyun is one of the ten most famous contemporary Chinese writers. Six of his novels have been translated into Russian to date, and he is a favorite among Russian readers," said Oksana Rodionova. "Even in the 1980s, when China was beginning to actively absorb elements of Western culture, he remained true to himself: he wrote in simple language about the most important things."

According to the translator, it is precisely this simplicity that makes Liu Zhenyun's works particularly profound:

"There are no clearly good or bad characters in his books. Reading his texts, a person begins a dialogue with themselves, checks their internal coordinates, reflects on what is "good" and "bad." These books make you laugh, cry, and ultimately become kinder. Literature that teaches us to be human will always be relevant."

Natalia Dmitrieva, press secretary for the Stary Dom Theatre, spoke about how a literary work was transformed into a theatrical production. According to her, a year ago, the theatre invited Chinese director Ding Yiteng to conduct a series of master classes for the actors:

He is a young, incredibly energetic director who works at the intersection of contemporary theater and Peking opera. He calls himself "the grandson of Stanislavsky and Confucius." Our actors underwent intensive training in the traditions of Peking opera, where every movement has its precise emotional meaning. The immersion was total, and the director noted that the actors were in excellent psychophysical condition—a crucial aspect for the stage.

The lecture and meeting at NSU demonstrated how a literary text can exist in several dimensions simultaneously—literary, translational, and theatrical—and became an important event for students studying the language, culture, and literature of China.

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At the end of January, Novosibirsk State University hosted the YADRO Laboratory's Winter Systems Bootcamp—an intensive educational program for students interested in systems development, low-level programming, and formal verification of software systems. The final stage of the bootcamp included project defenses.

Over the course of a week, participants worked on engineering projects under the guidance of lab curators, attended general educational lectures on the latest technologies, and mastered modern approaches to systems development. According to the organizers, the key goal of the bootcamp was not only to acquire practical skills but also to develop a holistic, systemic view of the IT engineering profession.

According to the Deputy Dean for Graduate Studies Faculty of Information Technology According to NSU's (FIT) Director of the YADRO Laboratory, Alexander Vlasov, the bootcamp was initially designed as an intensive program with a high degree of student engagement.

"Today is our last day of the project. Tomorrow, the teams will present their final presentations to company experts and project mentors. The team is currently actively preparing: refining the code, compiling, fixing errors, and finishing assembling the IoT devices," Alexander Vlasov noted, addressing the participants.

Each project was supported by a mentor/curator, who was constantly involved in the team's work. Midway through the week, the participants also presented interim results, identified key challenges, and formulated goals for the final stage.

A key part of the bootcamp was a series of general educational lectures that complemented the project work and helped participants better understand their colleagues' tasks:

"We selected the lectures to be useful for both those just beginning their exploration of systems development and those already in their senior years of specialized programs. For some, this was an introduction to a new field, while for others, it was a way to systematize and expand on their existing knowledge," noted Alexander Vlasov.

The bootcamp consisted of four lectures. The opening lecture, delivered remotely by YADRO representative Ilya Mamaev, focused on the use of hardware breakpoints in the Linux operating system.

Nikolai Repin presented the CDM educational architecture to students. The lecture covered the architecture's goals, its current applications, and future development prospects.

"There were essentially two key ideas in the lecture: first, if a modern developer wants to call themselves a qualified specialist, they need to have a basic understanding of systems development and how their platform operates at a low level. The second important idea was the need to develop educational materials for one of the core undergraduate disciplines, something we are actively pursuing."

Particular attention was paid to fundamental issues of computing device architecture. Dmitry Irtegov delivered a lecture on this topic. According to the organizers, it was useful for both students in non-core programs and those studying at the Faculty of Information Technologies (FIT), due to its systemic perspective and in-depth coverage of the core curriculum.

"Understanding what's happening at the low level and how the various system components are interconnected is especially important for IT specialists today. IT is a very broad field today, and many people are under the illusion that they can develop in a narrow specialization without a general understanding of how the system as a whole works. In my opinion, this is a misguided and even dangerous approach. The market is changing rapidly, and retraining is much easier for those with a systemic perspective: an understanding of how things are connected, what is possible and what isn't, and where the industry's global challenges lie. This perspective inevitably includes knowledge of low-level processes," noted Dmitry Irtegov.

The final lecture was by Dmitry Kondratiev (Institute of Informatics Systems SB RAS), dedicated to deductive program verification—one of the most knowledge-intensive and promising areas of the modern IT industry.

"Deductive verification allows us to guarantee the correctness of programs, unlike conventional testing. Today, we are at the intersection of science and practice, where complex theoretical methods are beginning to be applied to real-world projects," emphasized Dmitry Kondratiev.

According to him, the development of artificial intelligence and automatic code generation makes the role of humans as specialists responsible for verifying and ensuring the correctness of software solutions particularly important. The potential applicability of such methods is exceptionally broad, especially in areas of systems development where reliability is critical: in the space industry, banking, robotics, and artificial intelligence systems.

The lecturer also noted that NSU students demonstrate a high level of preparation and are able to master even complex theoretical areas thanks to their strong mathematical foundation.

All projects presented at the YADRO Lab's Winter Systems Bootcamp were successfully defended. Students received certificates of participation. There were no winners determined at the bootcamp, as the emphasis was on educational outcomes and teamwork.

Students who continue their project work at the YADRO lab may be eligible for special company scholarships. All bootcamp participants demonstrated good performance and were invited to participate in the selection process. summer internship "Impulse", which potentially provides the opportunity for an internship in a product team.

The winter bootcamp provided participants with an opportunity not only to gain practical experience in systems development but also to immerse themselves in the modern IT industry through engineering challenges, teamwork, and dialogue with representatives of science and industry.

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NSU hosted the Winter Hackathon, organized by the SberLab-NSU student research and educational laboratory with the support of Sberbank and SberTech. The event provided a platform for immersive learning in business challenges, demonstrating professional skills, and generating bold technological solutions.

The hackathon kicked off on January 30 with an opening ceremony, where Sber representatives presented a detailed case study on current issues in university-company collaboration that arise when launching joint student projects. Following the question-and-answer session, the teams immediately began working in the laboratories of the educational and research center. Faculty of Information Technology (FIT) NSU.

The program was designed for maximum productivity: participants worked intensively on projects for three days, supported by personal trackers. The final chord was the project defense on February 1st at NSU's Creative Student Space, located in the classroom building, where nine teams presented their solutions to a panel of experts.

"The hackathon participants were presented with an interesting problem that addressed a pressing issue of interaction between various entities in the context of joint work between companies and universities. The competitors demonstrated a high level of elaboration of their solutions, with a wealth of interesting architectural ideas. I am confident that these projects can form the basis for future successful implementations. The exchange of experiences and ideas was beneficial for the students themselves and also provided food for thought for the jury members. Overall, I consider this event a great opportunity for interested students to hone their skills while pursuing their passion within the competitive process," said Alexey Sasov, Executive Director, IT Product Leader, Headquarters, Sberbank.

Following the defense, the winners and prize winners of the hackathon were determined:

• First place went to the "Rope" team, comprised of Vsevolod Kovalev and Maria Kukoleva, students from the Institute of Intelligent Robotics (IIR). They received a cash prize of 30,000 rubles.

• 2nd place and stylish backpacks with Sber branding went to the FIT Sburn team, consisting of Danil Trishkin, Maxim Ermolaev, Lada Avdonina and Matvey Antonov.

• 3rd place went to the FIT "5Patsanov" team, consisting of Mikhail Korotkov, Miroslav Yakuba, Egor Laukhin, Kirill Anisimov, and Oleg Zaychikov. The team also received useful books as a gift from the event's partner.

"Thank you for the room with monitors; it was comfortable to work and gather as a team. The working conditions and final conference were excellently organized. Two days of intensive work—the perfect format for in-depth development and implementation of an idea," shared Mikhail Korotkov, captain of the "5Patsanov" team.

In addition to winning prizes, the most outstanding hackathon participants will be invited to an internship at SberLab-NSU, with the opportunity to receive a personalized scholarship and an internship at a company within the Sber ecosystem. All students who successfully defended their projects received certificates of participation.

"Thank you for the opportunity to participate in the hackathon as an observer! I'd like to highlight the excellent organization: the students were provided with comfortable work spaces, and the defense took place in a comfortable and cozy space with a friendly atmosphere. The students were very engaged; it was clear they were working hard, eager to win, and to come up with their own original solution to the problem. It's fantastic that we were able to create such an exciting, creative atmosphere for the hackathon, a competitive yet fair competition," added Olga Proskuryakova, expert, Technology Unit, Sberbank.

The SberLab-NSU Winter Hackathon once again demonstrated that the combination of NSU students' academic knowledge and real-world business challenges from industry leaders yields impressive and promising results.

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