Dmitry Pyshny has been appointed rector of Novosibirsk State University.

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In 2022, he was appointed Deputy Minister of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation. During his tenure at the Ministry, he oversaw the state system of scientific certification, including the activities of the Higher Attestation Commission, dissertation councils, and the process of awarding academic degrees and titles, as well as the digitalization of the scientific certification system.

He coordinated the activities of agricultural organizations under the Ministry of Education and Science of Russia and participated in the implementation of the National Project "Technological Support for Food Security in Russia," which resulted in the creation of 30 seed breeding and breeding centers. A significant part of his work was the implementation of the Federal Scientific and Technical Program for the Development of Genetic Technologies, including competitive selection for the creation of world-class genomic research centers.

Dmitry Pyshny defended his candidate's dissertation in 1998 and his doctoral dissertation in 2011. He is a Corresponding Member of the Russian Academy of Sciences and was awarded the medal of the Ministry of Education and Science of Russia "For Contribution to the Implementation of State Policy in the Field of Scientific and Technological Development" and the badge of distinction "For Services to the Novosibirsk Region."

As a reminder, on December 22, 2025, the Supervisory Board of Novosibirsk State University unanimously supported the candidacy of Dmitry Pyshny, nominated by the Minister of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation, Valery Falkov, for the position of Rector of NSU.

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NSU became the leader in the region in the number of students who advanced to the final stage of the "I am a Professional" Olympiad.

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The results of the qualifying round for Season IX of the All-Russian Student Olympiad "I Am a Professional" (I Am a Professional), part of the Presidential Platform "Russia – Land of Opportunities," have been announced: 462 students from the Novosibirsk Region successfully completed the tasks and will continue their quest for victory in the finals. A total of 29,219 students from across the country reached the final round. NSU became the region's leader in the number of students who reached the finals.

During the qualifying round, participants tested their knowledge in 70 areas. Each student could choose an unlimited number of subjects, regardless of their field of study.

"The success of the students from the Novosibirsk Region proves that high-quality training and ambitious young people can be found in every community in our country. It's important to us that motivated participants, regardless of their place of study, have the opportunity to prove themselves and build a successful career. In the ninth season of the Olympiad, 462 students from 17 universities in the region will discover a wide range of opportunities for growth and development. I wish you success!" shared Andrey Betin, CEO of the Presidential Platform "Russia – Land of Opportunity" and Rector of the Senezh Management Workshop.

The final stage begins in February 2026. Diploma holders will receive preferential admission to master's, doctoral, and residency programs, while medalists will receive cash bonuses of up to 300,000 rubles.

"196 students from Novosibirsk National Research State University advanced to the final round. The university became the leader in the Novosibirsk Region. Students from Novosibirsk State Pedagogical University (65) and Novosibirsk State Technical University (34) also demonstrated strong performance, and the most in-demand subjects in the region were Biotechnology, Bioengineering and Bioinformatics, and Mathematics," noted Valeria Kasamara, director of the All-Russian Student Olympiad "I am a Professional."

In the previous season of the OlympicsNSU students represented 827 in the selection round, and 196 in the finals. The top five most popular tracks among NSU students were Biology, Biotechnology, Bioengineering and Bioinformatics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. NSU students performed best in Biotechnology, Bioengineering and Bioinformatics, Biology, and Ecology. NSU students received 75 diplomas and six medalists in the Olympiad.

All-Russian Student Olympiad"I am a professional" – this is a project of the Presidential platform"Russia is a land of opportunity"It is being implemented as part of the national project "Youth and Children" with the support of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of Russia.

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At the intersection of pedagogy and technology: future physics teachers master new practices

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In the dynamic world of education, where digital tools and interdisciplinary approaches are becoming an integral part of the learning process, training a new generation of teachers plays a key role. This was the focus of an intensive educational module completed by physics students from the A.I. Herzen State Pedagogical University of Russia, under the guidance of leading specialists from the Physics Department of Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University. The program was coordinated and managed by Associate Professor Natalia Leonova, Curator. Associate Professors Victoria Mizina and Nikolai Rul, and Professor Nikolai Khokhlov provided instructional guidance to the students.

During the strategic networking event, future teachers were immersed in the modern educational ecosystem of the Polytechnic University.

The program, built around the course "Using Resources of Supplemental Physics Education," launched in the Institute of Physics and Mathematics's teaching lab. Students explored a range of modern laboratory equipment in detail: from equipment for field experiments to advanced digital labs and unique remote-access devices that eliminate classroom boundaries. This introduction is an important step toward making physics lessons in schools more visual, technologically advanced, and engaging.

Future teachers gained cultural and historical context at the Polytechnic History Museum, where they learned about the centuries-old traditions of training Russian engineers. A separate section of the program included an introduction to the Open Education Center. The center's director, Svetlana Kalmykova, gave a special lecture and workshop for future teachers on technologies for creating distance learning courses. During the lesson, students learned tools for designing flexible and accessible educational spaces.

Particular attention was paid to methodological excellence. The lecture "Methodology for Conducting Physics Demonstrations for Engineering Classes" focused on the specifics of working with motivated students for whom physics is the foundation of their future profession.

While honing their professional skills, the Herzen students visited the Civil Engineering Institute. This visit was aimed at exploring the teaching practices of physics in an applied, engineering context.

The route included three key locations and began in the life safety laboratory of the Higher School of Technosphere Safety. Here, senior lecturer Yulia Logvinova not only presented the laboratory complex but also described the methodology for organizing such classes. The highlight was a practical session where each future teacher measured their own body electrical resistance, transforming themselves from observers into active participants in the experiment.

The students then visited the Additive Technologies and 3D Printing educational lab. Here, they saw how abstract physical and mathematical principles are materialized into components and prototypes, opening new horizons for project-based activities at school.

The tour concluded with a tour of the MetaCampus Polytech digital platform, which showcases the potential of virtual and augmented reality for creating immersive educational environments.

The students incorporated all of their accumulated experience, observations, and analytical findings, gathered under the guidance of their instructors, into their final projects. During the final assessment session, they presented the results of their experimental work and demonstrated their willingness not only to absorb new knowledge but also to creatively adapt it for future teaching.

This educational journey, under the careful guidance of experienced mentors, became a bridge between classical pedagogical training and the demands of the modern technological world for future physics teachers.

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NSU summarized the results of the educational project "Treponema and Scala"

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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 ITS AWESOME conference brought together graduate students from the Faculty of Information Technologies and the Faculty of Mathematics and Mechanics of NSU.

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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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NSU Faculty of Economics graduate Margarita Lyakhnova has been named "Employee of the Year" by the Bank of Russia.

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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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Study in Russia! Polytechnic University at the International Education Fair in Kazakhstan

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The 2025 season of international education exhibitions concluded with the participation of a delegation from St. Petersburg Polytechnic University in the ninth exhibition and presentation of Russian education, "Study in Russia!", held in Kazakhstan.

The event served as a platform for dialogue with prospective students and their parents. Over the course of two days, the exhibition attracted over 3,500 visitors. The exhibit featured 43 leading universities from Moscow, St. Petersburg, Kazan, Yekaterinburg, and other Russian cities. The Polytechnic University's booth generated considerable interest among guests, attracting hundreds of prospective students who learned about the opportunities offered by studying at one of the country's top technical universities.

Anastasia Prokopchuk, Deputy Head of the International Education Department, and Evgenia Borodina, Specialist of the International Educational Programs and Academic Mobility Department, held individual consultations over two days. They provided detailed information about the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs, admission requirements, campus housing, and employment prospects. They placed particular emphasis on the application process under the Russian Government quota and opportunities for compatriots.

The most popular educational fields among applicants were construction, software engineering and applied computer science, applied mathematics and physics, electrical power engineering and mechanical engineering, design, as well as management and business informatics.

Motivated applicants with clear questions attended the exhibition, which significantly increased the effectiveness of our work. "We not only answered hundreds of questions but also collected the contacts of interested students, which will allow us to support them throughout the admissions process," noted Anastasia Prokopchuk.

Participation in the "Study in Russia!" exhibition allowed the Polytechnic to strengthen its position in the Kazakhstani educational market, establish direct contact with its target audience, and analyze the needs of prospective students to further improve its career guidance services.

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44 NSU students and postgraduates received scholarships from the Government and the President of the Russian Federation, as well as personal scholarships

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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 December, NSU held its first physics Olympiad for schoolchildren, "Your Path to Real Science," in African countries and China.

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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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The Supervisory Board of Novosibirsk State University supported the appointment of Deputy Minister of Education and Science Dmitry Pyshny as the university's rector.

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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."

Photo: Press Service of the Ministry of Education and Science; Inessa Bakhareva, Press Service of NSU

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