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A team of students and teachers Institute of Medicine and Medical Technologies The Novosibirsk State University Institute of Medical Technology (IMMT) has summarized the results of the educational project "Treponemas and Scala"—a unique educational event in the field of clinical medicine and medical education. The project received support from the Rosmolodezh.Grants grant competition.

The project was developed during a dermatovenereology course and was the result of collaborative work between students and faculty from the NSU Institute of Medical and Technological Technologies. The idea, conceived by Doctor of Medical Sciences and Professor Irina Gennadyevna Sergeeva, was realized in the form of an educational board game aimed at raising awareness of syphilis—its clinical presentation, diagnosis, prevention, and social significance.

Students from the NSU Institute of Medical and Technical Medicine (IMMT) participated in the game's development: Polina Datta, Valeria Serdyuk, Elizaveta Aleksandrovich, and Anna Deryagina. The team was supervised by Vladimir Vladimirovich Popov, an assistant professor in the Department of Fundamental Medicine at the NSU Institute of Medical and Technical Medicine. As part of the workshop, students Polina Ignatenko and Laura Daudova also created a board game, "Syphilis.Ink."

Both games received high praise from experts and generated keen interest among students, teachers, and doctors, many of whom continue to take the initiative to hold new tours and educational meetings.

The Treponema and Ladders project included a series of in-person tournaments: at NSU (April 2025), at the Batunin Readings conference of dermatovenerologists (PIMU, Nizhny Novgorod), and at the University Meetings interregional conference (December 2025, NSU).

The game format allowed participants to interactively discuss a delicate, yet clinically and socially important topic.

Anonymous testing conducted before and after the gaming sessions demonstrated improved knowledge and clinical judgment, particularly in the areas of prevention and early detection of syphilis, as syphilis in clinical practice often acts as a "great imitator," masquerading as a wide range of dermatological, neurological, and systemic diseases. Therefore, developing clinical judgment skills in students and young professionals, enabling them to consider syphilitic infection as a possible cause of symptoms of various etiologies, is particularly valuable.

Participants highly praised the format, noting the reduced barriers to discussing the topic, and expressed interest in holding similar events regularly. Participants included students, residents, and young doctors, who noted that such games not only build knowledge but also confidence in professional communication with patients.

Novosibirsk State University, one of the country's leading research universities, provided comprehensive support to the project. The university and faculty's support, methodological assistance, organizational resources, and facilities enabled not only the project's implementation but also its further development.

The project was more than just a game initiative—it demonstrated that modern interactive formats make it possible to discuss sensitive clinical topics openly, professionally, and without stigma.

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The annual ITS AWESOME conference for graduate students from the Faculty of Information Technology and the Faculty of Mechanics and Mathematics was held at Novosibirsk State University on December 20. Participants were given the opportunity to present papers in English and present research they had been working on for nearly two years. Sixty-seven graduate students participated in the conference: 10 Faculty of Mechanics and Mathematics (MMF) of NSU and 57 s Faculty of Information Technology (FIT) of NSU.

The conference was organized into three sections: "Systems on a Chip, Telecommunications and Computing Systems," "Intelligent Systems and Information Technology," and "Data Analysis, Machine Learning and Their Applications."

The presentations focused primarily on information technology, systems-on-chip, artificial intelligence, and neural networks. This year, the interdisciplinary section devoted to the application of IT in biology, chemistry, physics, and medicine was significantly expanded.

Master's students had the opportunity to discuss their research with English teachers and other participants both during workshops and informally. A student organizing committee was responsible for the preparation and execution of the conference.

Following the work of the sections, the best reports were awarded with commemorative gifts.

In the "Systems on a Chip, Telecommunications, and Computing Systems" category, the best presentations were presented by Pavel Bortnikov (FIT) on "Reading, Quality Control, and Wireless Transmission of EEG Data from Microcontroller Systems," Dmitry Bondar (FIT) on "Research and Development of Dedicated Sessions in Postgres Pro Enterprise," and Anton Vlasenko (FIT) on "Development of a Computer Vision-Based Tomato Recognition Module for a Greenhouse Harvesting Robot." In the "Intelligent Systems and Information Technology" category, the best presentations were presented by Elena Melnikova (FIT) on "A Hybrid Approach to Extracting Structured Knowledge from Technical Documents Using Ontologies and Large Language Models," Anna Shatrova (FIT) on "Development of Algorithms for Assessing the Semantic Similarity of Keywords in Conditions of Limited Data," and Ahsan Shakoor (MMF) on "Reconstruction of Fetal Brain MRI Images: A Synthetic Approach." In the category "Data Analysis, Machine Learning and Applications," the best presentations were given by Vladimir Kharchenko (FIT) on "Application of a Hybrid Quantum Algorithm with Graph Coding to the Max-Cut Problem," Polina Karitskaya (FIT) on "Development of Deep Learning Methods for Classifying Chromothripsis Events in Human Cancer Cell Genomes," and Alexander Sartakov (FIT) on "Architecture of a Low-Latency Multimodal Touch Interface for Next-Generation Prosthetics."

This year's conference was sponsored by SHIFT and YADRO. SHIFT provided branded merchandise for the awards ceremony for the best speakers, and YADRO provided financial support for coffee breaks for participants.

Anton Vlasenko, FIT NSU:

"It was a special experience for me—it was the first time I presented a paper about my development in English. It was really interesting to answer questions in English and feel how much easier it is to formulate my thoughts in person. It's a great experience that will definitely help me present at international conferences in English in the future."

Vladimir Kharchenko, FIT NSU:

"I was pleased that the organizers created a great atmosphere and took a responsible approach to the event. The costumed format made it less challenging to perform in front of other people, which is usually a daunting task for many. The gift for the performance was also a joy, of course."

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An awards ceremony was held at the Central Bank of the Russian Federation, where a graduate received the title of "Employee of the Year" Faculty of Economics (EF) NSU Margarita Lyakhnova. The award was presented to Margarita by Bank of Russia Governor Elvira Nabiullina.

Margarita graduated from the Faculty of Economics at NSU, choosing the Economics program as her undergraduate degree, and then continued her studies in the Master's program, specializing in mathematical models in economics.

"NSU was a natural choice for me. It's a university with a strong faculty and a serious approach to education. It wasn't just about getting a degree that was important to me, but also about learning to think systematically: analyzing, asking questions, and bringing tasks to fruition," says Margarita Lyakhnova.

Her interest in precise and analytical disciplines also determined her choice of faculty. According to her, NSU's Faculty of Economics attracted her with its combination of economic theory, data science, and mathematical modeling, which allowed her to connect rigorous analytics with real-world socially significant problems.

Margarita joined the Bank of Russia after graduating from university. At that time, the internship system hadn't yet developed, so a recommendation from the Faculty of Economics played a key role.

"I was lucky: the deputy dean, who was well acquainted with my research interests and background, recommended me for the open position. This gave me the opportunity to apply the knowledge I gained at NSU at an institute that plays a key role in the country's economy," notes the NSU Faculty of Economics graduate.

Margarita has been working at the Bank of Russia for almost four years. She credits her strong university background, passion for the challenges, a strong team, and a constant desire to delve deeper than her formal responsibilities for helping her achieve her professional results.

"For me, this award is confirmation that I'm moving in the right direction and an incentive to continue developing. It's important not to be afraid of difficult challenges, to be open to feedback, and to remember that even the most ambitious goals are achieved step by step," Margarita shares.

NSU congratulates the graduate on this high professional award and wishes her continued success.

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On December 17, a ceremony to award new scholarship programs of the President and Government of the Russian Federation, as well as personal scholarships, was held in Tomsk at Tomsk State University. The event was part of a federal series held in all districts of the country and brings together talented young people who have contributed to the development of science, technology, culture, sports, and public life.

Thirty-eight students from Novosibirsk State University have received scholarships from the President and Government of the Russian Federation. They represent the following fields: mathematics and natural sciences (29), engineering and technology (one), social sciences (six), and humanities (two). Based on statistics for all Russian universities, NSU ranks among the top 10 in terms of the number of recipients of the President and Government scholarships.

During the awards ceremony, diplomas were presented for presidential and government scholarships, as well as personalized scholarships—named after V. A. Tumanov for undergraduate and graduate students majoring in Jurisprudence, and A. A. Voznesensky for students majoring in Literature and Journalism. NSU recipients of personalized scholarships included four graduate students from the Institute of Philosophy and Law and two female students majoring in Journalism from the Humanities Institute.

This year, the monthly stipends have been significantly increased: the Russian President's stipend is 30,000 rubles, the Russian Government's stipend is 20,000 rubles; personal stipends are at least 15,000 rubles for undergraduates and 20,000 rubles for graduate students.

A new selection procedure was also introduced: the scholarship competition became nationwide, and departmental and university quotas were abolished, ensuring equal opportunities for students from all educational institutions.

Next year, it is planned to establish scholarships named after Verbitskaya for foreign students who have achieved high results in the study of Russian language and literature.

Full list of NSU scholarship recipients:

Fellows of the President of the Russian Federation:

Allayarova Elina Ravilievna, Faculty of Natural Sciences, 1st year, master's degree Glubokikh Alina Vitalievna, Faculty of Mechanics and Mathematics, 1st year, master's degree Karitskaya Polina Evgenievna, Faculty of Information Technology, 2nd year, master's degree Kozhevnikov Aleksey Vadimovich, Faculty of Physics, 2nd year, master's degree Manaev Aleksey Andreevich, Faculty of Mechanics and Mathematics, 2nd year, master's degree Mustafin Nazim Rafilevich, Faculty of Natural Sciences, 5th year, specialist Nafikov Marat Damirovich, Faculty of Natural Sciences, 3rd year, specialist Prokhorov Vladislav Sergeevich, Faculty of Mechanics and Mathematics, 2nd year, master's degree Skotareva Anna Evgenievna, Faculty of Natural Sciences, 3rd year, bachelor's degree Smyshlyaeva Alina Konstantinovna, Faculty of Geology and Geophysics, 2nd year, master's degree Tomilov Alexander Sergeevich, Faculty of Natural Sciences, 4th year, bachelor's degree Chernovsky Nikita Dmitrievich, Faculty of Natural Sciences, 4th year, specialist's degree Sheludyakov Nikita Alekseevich, Faculty of Mechanics and Mathematics, 2nd year, master's degree Shepelev Vitaly Denisovich, Faculty of Mechanics and Mathematics, 2nd year, master's degree Shuklina Anna Artemovna, Faculty of Physics, 2nd year, master's degree Shcherbatova Maria Yanovna, Faculty of Natural Sciences, 4th year, bachelor's degree

Scholarship holders of the Government of the Russian Federation:

Bardukov Mikhail Vladimirovich, Faculty of Natural Sciences, 3rd year, bachelor’s degree
Belyakova Alisa Yurievna, Faculty of Natural Sciences, 2nd year, bachelor’s degree
Borozdin Pavel Aleksandrovich, Faculty of Physics, 4th year, bachelor’s degree
Burashnikova Ksenia Sergeevna, Humanitarian Institute, 2nd year, master’s degree
Burova Tatyana Sergeevna, Institute of Medicine and Medical Technologies, 1st year, master’s degree
Golubeva Margarita Sergeevna, Faculty of Geology and Geophysics, 2nd year, master’s degree
Dubrovskaya Elina Vitalievna, Faculty of Natural Sciences, 2nd year, master’s degree
Emelyanov Maxim Vyacheslavovich, Faculty of Mechanics and Mathematics, 2nd year, master’s degree
Yemtsova Ksenia Fedorovna, Faculty of Natural Sciences, 2nd year, master’s degree
Kostornov Denis Alekseevich, Institute of Philosophy and Law, 1st year, Master’s degree
Kutergin Daniil Dmitrievich, Faculty of Physics, 4th year, bachelor’s degree
Lotov Igor Konstantinovich, Faculty of Physics, 4th year, bachelor’s degree
Mezhlumyan Eva Viktorovna, Faculty of Natural Sciences, 2nd year, master’s degree
Metlitsky Efim Dmitrievich, Faculty of Natural Sciences, 5th year, specialty
Myasovsky Vladislav Olegovich, Institute of Philosophy and Law, 2nd year, master’s degree
Nechaeva Maria Stanislavovna, Humanitarian Institute, 4th year, bachelor’s degree
Polyakova Yulia Evgenievna, Institute of Philosophy and Law, 1st year, master’s degree
Sapov Alexander Andreevich, Faculty of Natural Sciences, 4th year, bachelor’s degree
Somova Olga Vladimirovna, Faculty of Economics, Law, 4th year, bachelor’s degree
Frolov Ivan Andreevich, Faculty of Natural Sciences, 1st year, master’s degree
Frolova Anna Alekseevna, Institute of Philosophy and Law, 2nd year, master’s degree
Yakovleva Maria Dmitrievna, Faculty of Natural Sciences, 1st year, master’s degree         

Recipients of the V. A. Tumanov scholarship:

Gorbunov Timofey Dmitrievich, Institute of Philosophy and Law, postgraduate study Ozmanyan Yusub Zohrabovich, Institute of Philosophy and Law, postgraduate study Chashtanova Diana Petrovna, Institute of Philosophy and Law, postgraduate study Cherenkov Vladislav Eduardovich, Institute of Philosophy and Law, postgraduate study

Recipients of the A. A. Voznesensky scholarship:

Nazmutdinova Ksenia Aleksandrovna, Humanitarian Institute, 2nd year, bachelor's degree Evgenia Andreevna Shcheglova, Humanitarian Institute, 2nd year, master's degree

The awards ceremony was attended by distinguished guests, including Vladimir Vladimirovich Mazur, Governor of Tomsk Oblast; Yuri Vladimirovich Semenov, Chief Federal Inspector for Tomsk Oblast; and Anton Arkadyevich Khandzhyan, Deputy Head of Department of the Department of State Youth Policy and Educational Activities of the Russian Ministry of Education and Science.

In their speeches, they noted the importance of the new scholarship programs of the President and Government of the Russian Federation, as well as the scholarships of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation, and the role of universities in the Siberian Federal District in supporting talented youth and developing the country's scientific and educational space.

A total of 114 winners in the Siberian Federal District received presidential scholarships; 53 received government scholarships; and 28 received personal scholarships. Representatives from 32 universities participated in the awards ceremony.

A state scholarship is not only a significant measure of financial support, but also a form of public recognition of students' academic and scientific achievements, as well as an important motivating factor for further professional growth and development.

We congratulate the NSU students, master's students, and postgraduates on their victory and wish them great achievements in their studies, research, and professional endeavors!

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In the first half of December, NSU held its first Physics Olympiad for schoolchildren "Your Path to Real Science" Abroad. In Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger, graduating students participated in the Olympiad in French, in Guinea in English, and in China in Chinese. A total of 100 schoolchildren from African countries and China participated in the Olympiad. The Center for Public Diplomacy co-organized the Olympiad in Africa, and partners of Novosibirsk State University co-organized the Olympiad in China.

NSU and the Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences have been holding the physics olympiad "Your Path to Real Science" for school students since 2019. However, it has a long-standing tradition, dating back to the 1970s and 1980s, and is based on the format of the entrance examinations for the NSU Physics Department. The olympiad is designed for students in grades 8–11 and aims to develop their intuition for physics by solving both standard physics problems and unique assessment and demonstration problems. "Your Path to Real Science" is included in the list of the Russian Council of School Olympiads (RSOSH) and has been assigned Level 2. Winning and placing in the olympiad provide significant advantages when applying to NSU and other leading Russian universities, including the opportunity to enroll without entrance examinations.

The Olympiad consists of two stages: the first, qualifying round, takes place in December in two formats—in-person and online. The winners of the first round participate in the final round, which is held in March in person at several locations, including Novosibirsk State University. The first qualifying round took place in African countries and China.

"When developing the tasks for the qualifying round, we deliberately avoided adapting or simplifying the options for international participants. All students, regardless of their country of residence, completed the same tasks. This allows us to obtain an objective picture and compare their level of preparation, as the Olympiad aims to reveal physical intuition and innovative thinking. The work is currently being reviewed and will be completed in January. The participants with the best results will win prizes in the qualifying round and will be eligible to participate in the final round of the Olympiad, which will take place in March," said Artur Pogosov, Chairman of the Olympiad's Methodological Committee, Doctor of Physics and Mathematics, and Head of the Department of General Physics. Faculty of Physics of NSU.

Foreign winners and runners-up of the final round will be granted preferential treatment upon admission to NSU, such as additional points based on individual achievements or other benefits established by the admission rules for foreign citizens.

"Participation in the Olympiad not only allows international students to showcase their achievements and share experiences with their peers, but also provides a unique opportunity to continue their education at Novosibirsk State University. Talented young people can receive valuable advice from faculty and leading scientists, which undoubtedly contributes to their professional growth. Furthermore, participation in such competitions helps develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills, which are an integral part of studying physics," noted Evgeny Sagaydak, Head of the Education Export Department.

The event aims to identify and support gifted schoolchildren and develop their interest in the sciences and engineering. Participants are offered challenging tasks that test their knowledge and abilities not only in physics but also in related fields. The success of the Olympiad confirmed the students' interest in science and the importance of international cooperation in education.

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Today, a meeting of the Novosibirsk State University Supervisory Board was held, attended by Russian Minister of Science and Higher Education Valery Falkov and Novosibirsk Region Governor Andrey Travnikov. The Supervisory Board's agenda included one item: the consideration of candidates for the position of Rector of NSU. Two candidates were considered: Deputy Director of the Institute of Thermophysics of the Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences and Corresponding Member of the Russian Academy of Sciences Oleg Sharypov, nominated by the Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences, and Deputy Minister of Science and Higher Education of Russia and Corresponding Member of the Russian Academy of Sciences Dmitry Pyshny, nominated by Valery Falkov.

"The rector of Novosibirsk State University must be well-versed in Novosibirsk's scientific and educational characteristics and understand how the two cultures—academic and university—can mutually reinforce each other. Furthermore, he or she must be aware of the federal agenda. Dmitry Vladimirovich Pyshny has experience as the director of an academic institute and as Deputy Minister of Science and Higher Education. He oversaw the training of highly qualified personnel and has a proven track record in the federal scientific and technical program for the development of genetic technologies. Dmitry Vladimirovich has a unique understanding of both the university and research institutes," commented Valery Falkov.

Governor Andrei Travnikov noted that the supervisory board unanimously supported the candidacy of Dmitry Vladimirovich Pyshny:

"His candidacy was considered a priority during the consultation phase, and I want to thank Valery Nikolaevich Falkov for proposing Dmitry Pyshny's election. In essence, the Ministry has approved the return of one of the federal-level deputy heads to Novosibirsk. This is important for us. Firstly, Dmitry Vladimirovich himself, given his competencies, is a very worthy candidate, and secondly, this is confirmation of the importance of Novosibirsk State University at the federal level. A person with such experience has the opportunity to lead our university today and be of service not only to the Novosibirsk Region but to our entire country."

Mikhail Petrovich Fedoruk, who successfully led the university for over 10 years, is retiring upon reaching the age limit. The head of the Russian Ministry of Education and Science thanked him for his work and expressed hope that he will continue to help the university develop.

Dmitry Nikolaevich Pyshny graduated from the Faculty of Natural Sciences at Novosibirsk State University in 1992 and worked at the Institute of Chemical Biology and Fundamental Medicine of the Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences, where he rose from junior researcher to director. He defended his PhD dissertation in 1998 and his doctoral dissertation in 2011. In November 2022, he was appointed Deputy Minister of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation.

"As an NSU graduate, I feel a tremendous responsibility to take the helm of such a significant university for the country. I hope that the experience the federal government has invested in me will accelerate the university's development. We will need to strengthen the integration between academic institutions and NSU, as well as strive to retain as many young people as possible in science, and develop both higher education and academic research. I hope we will succeed," said Dmitry Pyshny.

Novosibirsk State University is among the top five universities in the country, according to the Interfax group. It has over 8,700 students, including 1,700 international students from 60 countries. Eighty percent of the university's more than 2,800 faculty members are employees of research institutes of the Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences. NSU participates in all major federal development programs, including "Priority 2030" and "Advanced Engineering Schools."

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December gave Siberian students a bright event – the XII Regional Calligraphy Competition among students, organized Confucius Institute at NSUUnder the motto "Race to a new journey, the aroma of calligraphy throughout the world," more than 80 participants from Novosibirsk, Barnaul, Biysk, and Gorno-Altaisk competed in brushwork. Works were submitted by eight universities: Novosibirsk State University (24 participants), Altai State University (20 participants), the Baltic Branch of Altai State Pedagogical Univ. (14 participants), Novosibirsk State University of Economics and Management (9 participants), and Gorno-Altaisk State Pedagogical Univ. (7 participants), as well as Novosibirsk State Technical University, Saratov State University of Railway Transport, and Novosibirsk State Pedagogical Univ. (1 to 4 participants). The competition took place on December 13 at Novosibirsk State University.

The coming year, 2026, is the Year of the Horse according to the Chinese zodiac. The horse symbolizes indomitability, forward momentum, immediate success, courage, and the power of "a thousand running horses." Participants wrote phrases related to this theme, expressing not only the external beauty of the characters but also their symbolic essence.

The beginner group was required to write the following phrase in calligraphy: “文行天下” (“Culture, knowledge, and education are your capital and a pass to the world”) and, in addition, “马到成功” (A wish for swift, almost instant success in all endeavors. “Like a valiant horse that reaches its destination immediately upon arrival, so may your efforts quickly lead to excellent results.”).

For the intermediate group (participants who have been studying Chinese for more than 2 years), the phrase was “让中文零距离 纵骏马驰万里” (“Close the distance with the Chinese language – rush towards the goal like a valiant steed!”).

The competition winners received prizes from Xinjiang University, NSU's partner in the Confucius Institute project, including calligraphy gift sets.

Andrey Efimov, winner of the senior group, spent six months in China on a scholarship. He had previously won a calligraphy competition and taught calligraphy classes at the student club at the RANEPA's Scientific and Management Institute. His path to victory was a combination of passion, patience, and perseverance: he was placed in a Chinese language class where the teacher assigned him to write thousands of characters with a gel pen. Andrey not only wrote accurately but also competed against himself, imitating ancient Chinese calligraphers, and later developed his own style.

"Then I learned that the Confucius Institute at our university was accepting students for a brush calligraphy course and quickly signed up. The course was taught by a Chinese teacher, Zhao Pan. Thanks to him, I learned the basics of brushwork: it turned out that writing with a brush is much more difficult than with a pen, but this only spurred me on—after completing the course, I continued practicing on my own. This was followed by my first victories in pen and brush calligraphy competitions. My advice to calligraphy beginners: don't be afraid to take the first step! There's a wonderful phrase in Chinese, usually attributed to Lao Tzu: "A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step." I believe this first step is the most important," said Andrey Efimov.

The regional calligraphy competition was not just a test of skill, but also a true celebration of the Chinese language and culture, uniting students from Siberia in their pursuit of excellence.

May the inspiration with which the participants took up their brushes accompany them further—to new knowledge, discoveries, and heights, and may calligraphy continue to connect hearts through the beauty and meaning of its symbols!

We wish all participants to gallop through the vastness of the Chinese language like a noble steed, achieving success!

Winners and prize winners of the XII Regional Competition of Chinese Brush Calligraphy among students.

Competition group – continuing

1st place:

Andrey Efimov, NSU.

2nd place:

Arsen Shirov, NSPU

Anna Shirokova, NSU

Daria Makarova, NSU

3rd place:

Alexey Gutov, NSU

Daria Atkina, NSU

Sofya Pustovarova, NSU

Anna Tikhomirova, NSU

Valeria Zaitseva, BF Altai State Pedagogical University

Diploma for success:

Nikita Kazakov, Altai State University

Karina Likhanova, NSU

Tatyana Lysova, NSU

Competition group – beginners

1st place:

Anna Bakhina, NSU

2nd place:

Evgeniya Popova, BF Altai State Pedagogical University

Rufina Narodnykh, GASU

Maria Verentsova, NSPU

3rd place:

Maria Suprun, NSU

Anna Drozd, NSU

Alexandra Marshalok, NSU

Anna Mikhailova, NSU

Daria Mikhailovskaya, NSU

Diploma for success:

Bayaru Tordokova, Altai State University

Dashina Tsyrenova, NSU

Ulyana Kiseleva, BF Altai State Pedagogical University

Ignat Shameev, NSU

Anastasia Utkina, NSUEM

Congratulations to the winners and runners-up!

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In the first half of December, a delegation from Novosibirsk State University (NSU) visited Abkhazia at the invitation of the Center for Public Diplomacy. A meeting was held at Abkhaz State University (ASU) between Yevgeny Sagaydak, Head of the NSU Education Export Department, and ASU Rector and Academician of the Russian Academy of Natural Sciences Aleko Alekseevich Gvaramia.

During the visit, prospects for further cooperation in science and education were discussed, including the creation of joint laboratories, the organization of joint educational programs, the holding of Olympiads for schoolchildren and students in physics and mathematics, and the creation of international classes in schools in Abkhazia.

NSU and ASU are historically linked by the personality of the outstanding mathematician, academician of the USSR Academy of Sciences and the first rector of Novosibirsk State University Ilya Nestorovich Vekua, who was born in the village of Shesheleta (currently located in the Ochamchira district of the Republic of Abkhazia).

The meeting featured reminiscing about the legendary scientist and renowned NSU faculty members of that era. The meeting was held in a warm and touching atmosphere. Evgeny Sagaydak presented NSU with an album of photographs by Ilya Nestorovich Vekua, capturing his life and work in Akademgorodok, as well as a book about Novosibirsk State University with an inscription from NSU Rector and RAS Academician Mikhail Petrovich Fedoruk.

Evgeniy Sagaydak, together with representatives of the Center for Public Diplomacy and the Gal City Hall, honored the memory of Ilya Nestorovich Vekua by laying flowers at his monument in the center of Gal.

Evgeny Sagaydak noted that the name of the outstanding scientist, I.N. Vekua, the first rector of NSU, is forever inscribed in the university's history, and the task of the administration, as well as the mayor's office of the city of Gal, where the monument stands, is to preserve the memory of this outstanding figure for students and staff. NSU is ready to participate in all events dedicated to the life and work of I.N. Vekua.

At the end of the event, the ASU delegation received an invitation to visit Novosibirsk State University and continue the dialogue on cooperation.

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On December 10, a diploma presentation ceremony was held in the Great Hall of the Novosibirsk Region Government to award scholarships from the Governor and the Government of the Novosibirsk Region, as well as recipients of targeted financial support. Among the recipients were 22 students from Novosibirsk State University, two students from the Specialized Scientific Center of Novosibirsk State University, and two students from the Higher Scientific Institute of Novosibirsk State University, who demonstrated outstanding results in their studies, research, and project work.

This year, nearly two hundred talented students from regional universities received certificates. Congratulating the scholarship recipients, Novosibirsk Region Governor Andrey Travnikov emphasized that such awards are more than just a measure of support, but rather recognition of the tangible contributions of young people to the development of science, education, culture, and technology in the region.

"You entered adulthood with the right attitude: to persistently achieve results in whatever you undertake. I hope that today's award will be one of many in your success," the regional governor remarked, addressing the ceremony participants.

The Governor and Government of the Novosibirsk Region have been awarding scholarships to the best students for over 20 years, since 2004. During this time, hundreds of young people have received them, many of whom now work at the country's leading companies, implement scientific and technological projects, and contribute to the region's development. The scholarships are named after outstanding Novosibirsk residents—Academicians Mikhail Lavrentyev, Ilya Vekua, Sergei Sobolev, Valentin Koptyug, scientist and educator Yuri Sharov, Air Marshal Alexander Pokryshkin, and others.

Certificates were also presented to the students by Deputy Governor Valentina Dudnikova, Deputy Chairman of the Novosibirsk Region Government and Minister of Agriculture Andrei Shindelov, and members of the regional government. They emphasized that each award represents the extensive collaborative work of the students and their mentors.

NSU students shared their impressions of receiving the award.

Boris Kondrashov, third-year student Faculty of Natural Sciences (FNS) of NSU, the winner of the competitive selection for targeted financial support in the "NTI Markets. Technological Challenge" category, noted that the competition was fierce:

Students from research teams across the Novosibirsk region participated in the selection process, so it was especially gratifying to be among the winners. This support was a significant recognition of my professional work and a serious motivation to move forward. I plan to use the funds received to develop the project and participate in the international conference.

NSU Faculty of Natural Sciences Master's student Anna Artemchenko emphasized the importance of recognition at the regional level:

"I felt genuine joy and pride. It's confirmation that my efforts in my studies and research have been noticed. Such support builds confidence and opens up new opportunities, including participation in conferences and additional professional training."

For first-year master's students Faculty of Information Technology of NSU Ruslana Kardasha's ceremony became an important and emotional event:

Receiving my diploma in the Great Hall of the Government, I felt immense joy and gratitude—to the university, the faculty, and the regional leadership. This is a significant achievement for my portfolio and a powerful incentive to continue my research. I plan to use the funds I receive for scientific literature and a trip to a conference.

The students note that the support of their supervisors, the university environment, and their own commitment to research played a key role in their success. The awards they received served not only as recognition of their work but also as a catalyst for new scientific and professional achievements.

Full list of scholarship recipients:

Scholarships from the Governor of the Novosibirsk Region named after M.A. Lavrentiev, named after I.N. Vekua, named after S.A. Khristianovich, named after V.A. Koptyug, named after S.L. Sobolev, named after A.A. Lyapunov awarded:

Angelina Elgujaevna Arkania

Anna Sergeevna Artemchenko

Ruslan Dmitrievich Kardash

Elizaveta Vladimirovna Koroleva

Denis Alekseevich Kostornov

Yesenia Shamilevna Morozova

Olga Vladimirovna Somov

Alina Artemovna Sycheva

Ivan Andreevich Frolov

Sofya Andreevna Chiffon

Anna Artemovna Shuklina

The Novosibirsk Region Governor's A.I. Pokryshkin Scholarship was awarded to:

Tatyana Maksimovna Ershova

The S.A. Chaplygin Scholarship of the Governor of the Novosibirsk Region was awarded to:

Elizaveta Arifovna Bulgakova

The following students received a scholarship from the Governor of the Novosibirsk Region from among the winners (prize-winners) of the final round of the All-Russian School Olympiad in general secondary education programs who entered higher education institutions in the Novosibirsk Region:

Roman Valerievich Boluts

Sergei Vadimovich Kalitvyansky

Lyubov Ivanovna Kutyreva

Vladislav Maksimovich Makarov

The following students received a scholarship from the Government of the Novosibirsk Region:

Anna Dmitrievna Kanalina

The following were awarded diplomas of winners of targeted financial support:

Igor Alexandrovich Betke

Anton Alexandrovich Vlasenko

Alexey Mikhailovich Ivanov

Boris Sergeevich Kondrashov

Among the awardees were two students from the NSU Specialized Educational and Scientific Center:

Ivan Vasilyevich Kiyashko and Andrey Evgenievich Markov were awarded a scholarship from the Governor of the Novosibirsk Region named after M.A. Lavrentiev, named after I.N. Vekua, named after S.A. Khristianovich, named after V.A. Koptyug, named after S.L. Sobolev, named after A.A. Lyapunova

Among the awardees were two students from the NSU VKI:

Artyom Alekseevich Divinov and Ksenia Sergeevna Istomina were awarded a scholarship from the Governor of the Novosibirsk Region named after M.A. Lavrentiev, named after I.N. Vekua, named after S.A. Khristianovich, named after V.A. Koptyug, named after S.L. Sobolev, named after A.A. Lyapunova

On behalf of the university, we congratulate the students on their victory and wish them continued success in their studies and research!

The material was prepared by: Yulia Dankova, NSU press service

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