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Representatives from the Polytechnic University visited the rear areas of the Special Military Operations (SMO). They delivered another batch of humanitarian aid and presented certificates of advanced training to the special operation participants, the first to complete training at the Polytechnic University in five different programs. More than 100 students from the first cohort studied remotely, directly in the SMO zone.

At their unit locations, the Polytechnic guests were greeted by military personnel off duty and off combat missions. Ivan Kolomeitsev, Associate Professor of the Higher School of Social Sciences, congratulated them on their successful completion of their training and presented them with certificates and commemorative gifts from the university. The unit commanders and soldiers thanked the Polytechnic for the opportunity not only to prepare for civilian life but also to enhance their knowledge for combat missions.

"Such events help maintain the morale of personnel and instill their faith in the future. Your university once again confirms its position as a national leader and its high civic status," command representatives shared. "The online learning format allowed for the completion of programs during free time and contributed to the quality of their completion by enhancing the level of personnel training at the leading engineering university of the Russian Federation."

"The recruitment of the first cohort was preceded by a sociological survey among military personnel. Based on its results, the decision was made to launch programs that, on the one hand, meet the objectives of technological leadership and, on the other, are feasible under the established conditions. "131 people successfully completed the training, which we consider an excellent result under the circumstances. We also conducted training for Polytechnic University staff to build a talent pool for working with participants and veterans of the Second Military District," said Ivan Kurta, Head of the Directorate for Continuing Education and Industry Partnerships.

With the support of the Priority 2030 program, a survey of soldiers undergoing rehabilitation and treatment was also conducted, and career guidance tools were developed. It can already be said that the hypothesisthe need to train participants of the SVO and confirmation of this training with documents before completing service and returning to civilian life, has proven to be correct, and now it is necessary to expand the pool of training programs and methods.

The University has already generated a flow of new requests for the implementation of programs frompublic organizations, subjects of the Federation, educational organizations.

"We see a need for this type of training, but no one can say for sure which programs, learning tools, and pedagogical technologies will be successfully implemented, as there are many external factors involved, often requiring unconventional and innovative solutions. Therefore, in addition to carefully developing the programs, prompt communication with students during the pilot launch is crucial; this will allow us to clearly set goals for future cohorts," commented Dmitry Tikhonov, Vice-Rector for Continuing and Pre-University Education at SPbPU.

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The call for applications for the 64th International Scientific Student Conference (ISSC) is now open.

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The conference will be held from April 15 to 21, 2026, at Novosibirsk State University.

The International Scientific and Research Conference (ISRC) is a unique platform where undergraduate, graduate, and school students from across Russia and neighboring countries present their research results, exchange ideas, and connect with like-minded individuals. Each year, the conference brings together thousands of talented young scientists, demonstrating the high level of scientific activity and the potential of future generations of researchers.

Traditionally, the International Scientific and Technical Conference (ISSC) presents a wide range of scientific topics and areas. The 2026 conference is planned to feature 49 sections and 163 subsections for undergraduate and graduate students, young scientists, and schoolchildren.

You can find a detailed description of the sections on the pagehttps://vvv.nsu.ru/n/issk/in the "Sections" section.

To participate in the International Scientific and Cultural Forum (ISC), you must submit an application through the registration system by February 19, 2026.http://conf.nsu.ru/issk_2026and attach your abstract and a copy certified by your supervisor to your application. For more information on how to submit an application and abstract formatting requirements, please visit the MNSC information website.https://vvv.nsu.ru/n/isk/participation/.

Don't miss your chance to be part of one of the largest scientific events for young people! We look forward to your applications!

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Northern Leap: What Polytechnic University Showed at the Anniversary Forum "The Arctic: Present and Future"

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Saint Petersburg Polytechnic University actively participated in the 15th anniversary A.N. Chilingarov International Forum "The Arctic: Present and Future." The forum, which traditionally brings together over 2,000 experts from Russia and abroad, is a key platform for summarizing the Arctic agenda and identifying development strategies for the Russian Arctic zone. The event was held with the support of the Federation Council, the State Duma, the State Commission for Arctic Development, the Ministry for the Development of the Russian Far East, and other relevant agencies.

The Polytechnic University was represented by Dmitry Tikhonov, Vice-Rector for Continuing and Pre-University Education, as well as faculty and students from the Institute of Civil Engineering. The comprehensive business program included plenary sessions across eight thematic tracks and over 40 sessions featuring over 400 speakers.

The Institute of Civil Engineering was represented by Marina Petrochenko, Director of the Institute of Civil Engineering, Dmitry Sharapov and Vladimir Konyushkov, Associate Professors of the Higher School of Hydrotechnical Engineering and Economics, Maria Drebezgova and Elena Ladik, Associate Professors of the Higher School of Hydrotechnical Engineering and Economics, Liliya Talipova, Senior Lecturer of the Higher School of Hydrotechnical Engineering and Economics, and students from the programs "Hydraulic Engineering, Hydraulics, and Engineering Hydrology" and "Environmental Safety in Industry."

Dmitry Tikhonov presented the university's extensive experience in this field. In his presentation, he detailed practice-oriented projects for students in critically important Arctic areas such as logistics, robotics, IT, and drone development. Particular attention was paid to systematic work with schoolchildren and parents aimed at shaping a "vision of the future" and understanding promising professions in the region.

Dmitry Tikhonov also emphasized the importance of exporting educational technologies to Arctic regions, citing teacher training and master classes in the Yamalo-Nenets Autonomous Okrug as examples. The keynote of his presentation was a comprehensive model for attracting and retaining employees, which creates a sustainable talent pipeline for the Arctic. This model covers the entire process—from early career guidance for schoolchildren to practical training for students and their involvement in real-world projects.

"For the Polytechnic University, working on the Arctic agenda is a systematic effort with plans for years to come," Dmitry Vladimirovich emphasized. "Our educational programs and scientific developments are already in demand by industrial partners working in this strategic macro-region, and demand is constantly growing."

Elena Ladik and Maria Drebezgova spoke at the youth section "Meeting of Generations." It featured educational lectures, quests, quizzes, and other activities. The lecturers presented their professions to the students, shared their experiences working in harsh polar conditions, and discussed the development prospects of the Arctic and Antarctic. Polytechnic University specialists introduced the students to the traditional dwelling architecture of the indigenous peoples of the Russian Arctic and Far North, the application of historical experience in modern design for innovative solutions for the architectural environment in the Arctic zone, and demonstrated conceptual designs for residential and tourist modules for harsh climates. Over 800 students participated in the event.

"I believe it was very important to discuss with the students the historical experience of designing residential environments in the Arctic and the Far North, as well as to draw the attention of the younger generation to the development prospects of Russia's northern territories," said Elena Ladik.

Students of the Civil Engineering Institute took part in the youth

The participants attended the session and visited the exhibition located in the ExpoForum pavilion. The future specialists were delighted to see specialized equipment, interact with representatives of Russia's nomadic peoples, and listen to a firsthand lecture about life in the Far North. The future builders were particularly intrigued by the presentation on the features of traditional Nenets tents.

Arctic development is a priority for our country, and the SPbPU Institute of Civil Engineering contributes to this by training personnel in Arctic construction and conducting research projects on Arctic development. "I consider educational outreach to schoolchildren, through which we share the opportunities that lie ahead in the Arctic, a special mission," noted Marina Petrochenko.

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An NSU graduate from the Republic of Korea received an award for his performance in Russian in his home country.

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Oh Dong-gun, a graduate of Novosibirsk State University, was awarded the Director's Prize from the School of Graduate Studies in Cultural Heritage at Kongju National University for winning the 4th All-Korean Minhwa Interpretation Competition. He submitted his performance in Russian. The competition was held in Boryeong, South Korea. The event was organized by the Boryeong mayor's office.

"Minhwa" literally translates into Russian as "folk painting." It is a genre of traditional Korean folk painting that was popular among ordinary people in the late Joseon Dynasty.

Kongju National University is a multidisciplinary institution of higher education in the city of Kongju, Chungcheongnam-do Province. Founded in 1948 as the Kongju Normal Institute, it is currently the only national university in Chungcheongnam-do Province.

Oh Dongon studied Russian at the Busan University of Foreign Studies under Irina Mironyuk, a senior lecturer at the Center for International Educational Programs at the Humanities Institute. In 2014–2015, he completed an internship at the Faculty of Humanities (since 2016, the NSU Humanities Institute) of Novosibirsk State University under the academic supervision of Sergei Alkin, Associate Professor of the Department of Archaeology and Ethnography at the Humanities Institute.

Oh Dong-gon gained professional experience in conducting museum tours and interpreting works of art while working as a senior specialist in the Museum Operations Department of the Anyang Foundation for Culture and Arts in Anyang, Gyeonggi Province, and during his volunteer work as a tour guide at the National Museum of World Script in Incheon and the Cheonan City Art Museum of the Cheonan Foundation for Culture and Arts in Chungcheongnam-do.

Oh Dong-gun also participated in various cultural events as a member of the monitoring team at the National Central Science Museum in Daejeon and the Independence Museum of Korea in Cheonan. He served as a caretaker at the National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art in Gwacheon, Gyeonggi Province. He also provided Russian-language communication to tourists at the Suwon Hwaseong Fortress Cultural Festival, held by the Suwon Cultural Foundation in Suwon, Gyeonggi Province. Oh Dong-gun also served as a citizen reporter for the Cheonan Cultural City Center, among other positions.

While working as an international student support specialist at Sooncheonhyang University in Asan, Chungcheongnam-do, Oh Dong-gun was responsible for the cultural program for international students and introduced them to Korean culture.

"I am confident that my experience attending Korean studies, Asian studies, and culture classes in Russian at Novosibirsk State University has greatly contributed to my current achievements. I intend to continue to popularize Korean history, traditions, and culture in Russian among Russians, thereby strengthening the friendly relations between our countries," said Oh Donggun.

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Applied Biotechnology: A case tournament for schoolchildren was held at the Polytechnic University.

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The Higher School of Biotechnology and Food Production of the Institute of Biotechnology and Biotechnology (IBBS) held a case tournament "Applied Biotechnology" for school and college students.

During the lectures, which were held remotely, students learned about modern trends in biotechnology research. They were able to visit media labs, explore both traditional and cutting-edge equipment, and learn how to operate it. This was necessary because many schools lack such labs, and adhering to safety regulations is crucial when conducting research and working with chemicals.

Eleven teams participated in the laboratory workshop of the case tournament, including not only 10th- and 11th-grade students from specialized schools in our city, but also students from the SPbPU Natural Sciences Lyceum, and students from the Talent Academy and the Center for Environmental Education.

Participants completed tasks on one of two topics: “Activity of metabolites of probiotic microorganisms Lactobacillus and Streptococcus” and “Bioconversion of agricultural waste to obtain sorbents”.

The assignments and lectures were developed by HSE School of Business and Public Policy associate professors Elena Belokurova and Ilona Pankina, senior lecturer Anna Sevastyanova, and Master of Science in Plant Biotechnology Alexandra Klyubina.

Students are always involved in the preparation of career guidance events at the Higher School of Business and Public Administration, and this time they served as mentors for schoolchildren.

While working on the case study "Studying the Activity of Metabolites of Probiotic Microorganisms Lactobacillus and Streptococcus," the students learned about the morphology of probiotic microorganisms in a fixed, stained preparation. While studying probiotic activity, they mastered microscopy and biochemical analysis techniques. They examined bacterial morphology, assessed metabolite accumulation in milk, and determined enzymatic activity using an indirect method based on the accumulation of organic acids, as well as the presence of flavoring substances. As a result of their studies, the participants were able to determine which probiotic microorganisms are more active acidifiers and determine whether homofermentative and heterofermentative fermentation processes occur.

Working on the case study "Bioconversion of Agricultural Waste to Produce Sorbents," schoolchildren explored the potential of converting organic agricultural waste into biosorbents capable of effectively purifying water and soil contaminants. They mastered methods for analyzing the effectiveness of the resulting biosorbents and deepened their knowledge of biotechnology, ecology, and chemistry.

Anna Sevastyanova, senior lecturer and developer of the case study, commented: "The production of biosorbents from lignocellulosic raw materials is a relevant area of environmental biotechnology, as it offers a cost-effective and environmentally friendly solution for purifying aquatic environments from hazardous pollutants, while using renewable and affordable raw materials—agricultural waste." These technologies are consistent with the principles of a circular economy, transforming waste into a valuable product, helping to reduce environmental impacts, and responding to the global trend toward the implementation of "green" and zero-waste technologies.

After completing the practical part, all teams had one day to analyze their results and prepare a presentation to defend their assignments.

On the final day of the tournament, each team performed in front of all participants and a panel of experts, which included teachers and student mentors.

The winners commented on their participation: "The Applied Biotechnology Case Tournament left us with nothing but positive emotions. Working in a team with peers from other schools united by a common goal was one of the most memorable experiences. In the practical part of the project, we determined the differences between the proposed probiotic microorganisms in terms of their accumulation of metabolic products and identified which probiotics were the most active acid formers. It was the perfect balance of a complex intellectual challenge, a friendly atmosphere, and professional growth."

Ilona Pankina, Head of Career Guidance at the Higher School of Business and Applied Sciences, shared: This year marked the seventh "Applied Biotechnology" case tournament. Students from numerous St. Petersburg educational institutions participated, necessitating a competitive selection process. This allowed us to bring together the strongest, most prepared, and most motivated students, and collaboration with them is invariably particularly engaging, contributing to the development of new approaches and methods of education that take into account modern trends. It's particularly important that the winners and runners-up of the case tournament received a unique opportunity to earn an additional five points toward their Unified State Exam scores for admission to SPbPU. It's especially gratifying to realize that over the course of the event, we've already secured a number of educational institutions as our regular partners. And, of course, it's important to note that our efforts are not in vain: statistics show that many case tournament participants successfully enroll at the Polytechnic University.

Elena Belokurova, the developer of one of the case assignments, also shared her impressions: "Schoolchildren don't study Microbiology, so I was worried that the case participants would encounter certain difficulties. But I was pleased to see that many of the team members are active students and participate in numerous events held by supplementary education centers, so they resolutely tackled the practical portion and completed it successfully. Many participants studied not only domestic literature but also articles by international authors and presented very well at their defenses. My student mentors and I were very pleased with this, and we would like to see our case participants among the applicants and students of the Higher School of Business and Applied Mathematics.

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Engineers from Tatarstan completed an internship at the Polytechnic University

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An intensive internship under the additional professional development program “Practical Innovations and Strategic Development of Industrial R” was successfully completed at Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University.

The participants were winners of the "Engineer of the Year" competition held by the Ministry of Industry and Trade of the Republic of Tatarstan. This first offline program, offering full immersion in the SPbPU research environment, brought together 34 promising specialists from 12 Tatarstan industrial sectors.

The audience was divided into three industry groups. The first group included specialists from mechanical engineering, aircraft manufacturing, instrument making, radio electronics, and communications. The second group included representatives from the oil, gas, chemical, and energy industries. The third group included experts from construction, transportation, consumer goods manufacturing, wood processing, pulp and paper, and food industries.

On the first day, Dmitry Tikhonov, Vice-Rector for Continuing and Pre-University Education at SPbPU, welcomed the participants. Sergey Salkutsan, Director of the Center for Continuing Professional Education at the Digital Engineering School, gave a lecture on cutting-edge scientific and engineering developments and personnel training. Mars Khasanov, Director of Science at Gazprom Neft, also gave a lecture on reverse engineering in mechanical engineering production.

The next stage of the program was the practical part. Each industry group visited several leading SPbPU engineering centers and partner companies. The routes were designed taking into account the participants' professional interests.

The first group learned about developments in additive manufacturing, digitalization, and new materials. Participants visited the Russian-Chinese Scientific and Educational Center for Additive Technologies, the Industrial Data Stream Processing Systems laboratory at the PIS CI, the Scientific and Educational Center for Structural and Functional Materials, and the Scientific and Technical Center and Digital Transformation Center "Tsifergauz" of Gazprom Neft. They also visited the Radar MMS Research and Production Enterprise.

The second group delved into digital modeling and data analysis. They were given tours of SPbPU's specialized laboratories: "Digital Modeling of Industrial Systems" at the Industrial School and "Digital Modeling of Underground Oil and Gas Reservoirs and Well-Test Analysis" at the Gazpromneft-Polytech Scientific and Educational Center. The participants also visited the Gazprom Neft Scientific and Technical Center and Zifergauz, as well as the UEC-Klimov plant.

The third group explored the application of modern technologies in their field. Their program included visits to the St. Petersburg State Public Institution "Directorate of Transport Construction," SIMETRA GROUP, Baltika Breweries, and S. M. Kirov Petroleum Company. In addition, the group members, like their colleagues, visited Gazprom Neft's Scientific and Technical Center and the Zifergauz Center, as well as the Industrial Stream Data Processing Systems laboratory at the PIS.

On the final day, Alexey Borovkov, Chief Designer for the Scientific and Technological Department at SPbPU, delivered a lecture entitled "Digital Engineering: The Foundation of Technological Leadership." A roundtable discussion on the development of the innovation ecosystem was also held with Shamil Shayakhmetov, Permanent Representative of the Republic of Tatarstan to St. Petersburg and the Leningrad Region.

The program concluded with a summing up of the results and a ceremonial presentation of certificates of advanced training.

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Four out of ten V. A. Tumanov scholarships were awarded to graduate students from the Institute of Philosophy and Law at NSU.

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The Russian Ministry of Science and Higher Education has published the results of the selection process for the V. A. Tumanov scholarship, one of the most prestigious for young researchers in the legal field. This year, only 10 spots were available across Russia, and four of them were awarded to graduate students from the Institute of Philosophy and Law of Novosibirsk State University: Yusub Ozmanyan, Timofey Gorbunov, Diana Chashtanova, and Vladislav Cherenkov.

The graduate students note that achieving their goals required careful preparation. All applications were processed through the NSU Career Development Center (CDC), which assisted students in preparing their application package and forwarded it to the selection committee.

"Completing the application is a very important step that requires concentration," notes Diana Chashtanova, emphasizing the CRC's contribution. According to her, the competition took into account academic performance, scientific publications, grants, conference wins, and other achievements.

The winners' research topics cover a wide range of legal issues, from the transformation of social partnerships in the context of digitalization to the analysis of unfair practices in the provision of legal services and compulsory licensing mechanisms in intellectual property.

"The topic of my PhD dissertation is 'Transformation of the Principles of Social Partnership in the Sphere of Labor in the Era of the Development of the Information Society.' The research aims to develop the conceptual foundations for the legal regulation of social partnership in the sphere of labor in the new socioeconomic conditions. This is primarily a fundamental study, the goal of which is to update the theoretical and legal framework in this area by establishing both universal and individual social and labor standards that reflect existing trends and enhance the level of labor rights and social protection for workers at all levels of social partnership," explains Diana Chashtanova.

"The topic of my PhD thesis is 'The Mechanism of Compulsory Licensing in Intellectual Property Law in the Russian Federation.' For example, among the functions of compulsory licensing, one can highlight the socioeconomic function, which is expressed in the fact that the use of a compulsory license can compensate for the shortage of relevant goods and services in the market, leading to increased availability of socially significant goods (increased quantity, reduced price). At the very least, this demonstrates the practical significance of my research," explains Yusub Ozmanyan.

"The topic of my postgraduate research was 'Abuse of Faith in Legal Services: Criminological Analysis and Countermeasures.' The practical significance of the research lies in identifying the causes of criminal behavior by lawyers when providing legal services, as well as in analyzing mechanisms for preventing such behavior. I was very happy when I learned I had been awarded the scholarship," shares Timofey Gorbunov.

For graduate students, receiving the scholarship was an important outcome of the year.

"This is a real New Year's gift, and I am grateful to my supervisor, Ekaterina Rodionovna Voronkova, and the institute for their support," shares Diana Chashtanova.

"This wasn't my first time participating in the competition, and I set a goal to definitely win. My joy knows no bounds," concludes Yusub Ozmanyan.

NSU traditionally confirms its position as one of the country's strongest universities in the field of legal research—and the results of the V. A. Tumanov scholarship competition are further proof of this.

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Connecting Continents: Winter University at St. Petersburg Polytechnic University

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The Winter University in Engineering Sciences, "Artificial Intelligence and Digital Technologies," concluded at Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University. The event was supported by the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation, the Federal State Autonomous Institution "Sociocenter," and hosted by the SPbPU Advanced Engineering School "Digital Engineering," in collaboration with SPbPU International Services and the SPbPU Applicant Services Center.

The main goal of the Winter University is to strengthen ties and expand collaboration between young engineers, as well as to develop engineering competencies and improve the qualifications of students in areas such as digital technologies, systems digital engineering, and artificial intelligence.

Over 200 third- and fourth-year undergraduate students in engineering and technical fields participated in the two-week intensive course. This year, the list of participating countries was significantly expanded. Students from Russia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Belarus, Uzbekistan, Armenia, Tajikistan, South Africa, China, Iran, and India were joined by students from Serbia, Cuba, and Indonesia. In total, students from 44 universities participated in the Winter University.

We provided participants of the Winter University in Engineering Sciences, held at SPbPU's Advanced Engineering School "Digital Engineering," with a unique opportunity to quickly advance their knowledge in digital engineering, enterprise digital transformation, and the use of artificial intelligence technologies. "I am confident that the Winter University's scientific and educational program in Engineering Sciences will further strengthen collaboration among universities from different countries and combine competencies to achieve technological leadership and build a sustainable and dynamic economy," commented Alexey Borovkov, Chief Designer for SPbPU's key scientific and technological development area, "Systemic Digital Engineering," and Director of SPbPU's Advanced Engineering School "Digital Engineering."

To improve the quality of the events, specialists from SPbPU's Advanced Engineering School "Digital Engineering" spent two weeks collecting feedback from Winter University students on all aspects of the educational project, from the quality of the curriculum to the food service. Participants highly praised the overall organization of the event and expressed a positive impression of the entire project. On a scale of 1 to 10, students rated all indicators above 9.

Among the educational modules and activities, young engineers found the Topology Optimization Design Lab (9.9 points), the Digital Transformation and Lean Manufacturing Lab (9.8 points), and the Polymer Composite Materials Lab (9.7 points) particularly interesting. They also enjoyed the composition and format of the engineering competitions and project quiz. The Winter University program at the SPbPU PSI School consisted of technical modules, lectures, workshops, business games, an introductory Russian language course for English-speaking students, and a cultural and entertainment program.

As part of the "Engineer" track, the "Modern Engineering in High-Tech Industries" module was taught by specialists from the Winter University's industrial partner, the Kronstadt Engineering Education Center. The module was supervised by Igor Perevozchikov, Head of the Change Lab at the Kronstadt Engineering Center. Students not only immersed themselves in the theory of modern engineering and learned about real-life processes in the partner's production facilities and laboratory complexes, but also completed a number of practical assignments: they built 3D models based on their own measurements, conducted a materials analysis, and reverse-engineered a component.

At the Digital Transformation and Lean Manufacturing Lab, young engineers were introduced to the concept of lean manufacturing, studied its approaches and tools for reducing waste, tried their hand at managing a modern enterprise in the Lean Manufacturing computer simulator, and carried out a digital transformation of an enterprise using the Digital Transformation of an Enterprise digital simulator.

The "Supply Chain Management" educational module introduced Winter University participants to the "New Industrial Challenge" computer simulator. In a competitive game format, students were tasked with effectively managing production and the supply chain, while following market trends, to achieve the best economic results. The simulators were developed by experts from SPbPU's Advanced Engineering School "Digital Engineering" and are based on the CML-Bench®.EDU Digital Platform, a separate area of the Digital Platform for the development and application of CML-Bench® digital twins for training and competency assessment.

As part of the "Aircraft Wing Aerodynamics" module, students participated in the "Energy Strategy: Power System Management" case study game, designed to introduce the fundamentals of the energy industry through a game-like approach. The game mechanics are based on business simulation. Participants were tasked with building an optimal national power system, taking into account both economic efficiency and environmental requirements.

The Winter University also hosted an Engineering Championship to determine the best designers. Teams built catapults from scrap materials and competed in throwing their "projectiles" the farthest. First place went to a team from Armenia (Russian-Armenian University), second place to a team from Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan (Kostanay Social and Technical University named after Academician Zulkharnay Aldamjar, Tashkent State Technical University named after Islam Karimov), and third place to a team from India and Indonesia (Savitribai Phule University in Pune, University of Indonesia).

An important part of the Winter University was the cultural program, during which students visited the Yusupov Palace, the Hermitage, the Fabergé Museum, and the suburbs of St. Petersburg – the towns of Pushkin and Kronstadt.

The Winter University "Artificial Intelligence and Digital Technologies" was a celebration of knowledge, challenging tasks, and new connections, and evoked a wealth of positive emotions among its participants.

Miloš Panjevas, University of Belgrade: I think the program is an amazing experience, both culturally and educationally. The connections we make with different cultures, the way we explore Russian history and landmarks alongside Iranians, Cubans, Indians, Chinese, South Africans, and Uzbeks… It's a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Plus, St. Petersburg is beautiful, and I definitely have to see it this summer—it's one of the most beautiful cities I've ever been to. The lectures really broadened my thinking and inspired me to try my hand at innovation and startups, for example.

Khoiakbar Ostankulov, Andijan State Technical Institute: Thank you very much for everything. I really enjoyed this program and expanded my knowledge. I will definitely recommend it to other students.

Elina Denezhkina, SPbPU: The energy system creation game was very interesting; the time flew by, thanks so much to the organizers! Even I, a thermal power engineering student, would have thought it would have been boring, considering I've been studying this for four years, but it wasn't. I really enjoyed this format.

Feruza Abdulla kizi Mirzakhakimova, Fergana State Technical University: During the wing aerodynamics class, we participated in a very interesting and engaging game; everyone in the group was engaged. Thank you very much for your innovative approach to teaching. The engineering championship was also very interesting.

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Lawyer's Day in the White Hall is an annual tradition at the Polytechnic University.

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The White Hall of the Polytechnic University hosted celebrations dedicated to Lawyer's Day and the opening of the annual Polytechnic Legal Forum, Polylex.

"The Polytechnic University's Higher School of Law and Forensic Science has been training specialists for law enforcement, economics, social work, and engineering and technology for over 20 years," noted Dmitry Mokhorov, Director of the Higher School of Law and Forensic Science, in his welcoming address. "And every year, our traditional events—the Polytechnic Legal Forum PolyLex and the conference 'Problems of Law in Modern Russia'—bring together within our university's walls an increasing number of representatives from legislative and executive authorities at all levels, the courts and prosecutors, law enforcement agencies and the expert community, academia, and business. They share experiences and, of course, strengthen the Polytechnic University's image not only as a leading engineering university but also as a stronghold of legal education—one of the pillars of civil society."

On Lawyer's Day, the Higher School of Jurisprudence and Forensic Science received congratulatory messages and wishes for the further development of legal education at the Polytechnic University from the IPA CIS, deputies of the State Duma, the Federation Council of the Russian Federation, and the Legislative Assembly of St. Petersburg, employees and heads of operational and investigative departments of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, prosecutors, judges and specialists from the judicial system, the tax service, the bailiff service, and the legal and expert communities.

Maxim Aleksandrovich Pasholikov, Vice-Rector for Information, Youth Policy, and Security, noted that we are working together to move from import substitution to technological leadership—and that lawyers are always on guard for justice.

It's no coincidence that there's always been a close bond between engineers and lawyers at the Polytechnic University! Happy Lawyer's Day! concluded Maxim Pasholikov.

Alexey Zinchuk, a member of the 7th St. Petersburg Legislative Assembly, is a regular guest at the Higher School of Law and Technical Education (HSLE). He told those gathered in the hall about the origins of the holiday and wished the students to learn the "art of kindness and justice," which is the essence of jurisprudence.

Deputy Head of the Akademicheskoe Municipal Formation and Municipal Council Member Lyubov Vasilyeva conveyed congratulations on behalf of the deputies on their professional holiday and presented certificates of gratitude for their contribution to the development of legal education from the Akademicheskoe Municipal Formation.

Natalia Ivanovna, Head of the Department for Bank Interest Protection in Corporate Business and Government Relations at the Legal Department of Sberbank's North-West Bank, noted in her speech the contribution of Polytechnic University to the development of the legal profession. This is confirmed by the achievements of Polytechnic University students—winners and laureates of the legal competition "Lex Battle: Knowledge of the Law is Your Main Weapon. Northwestern Federal District."

"Lex Battle" was a quiz contest in which students from 10 leading law schools across the country participated. And the Polytechnic University team demonstrated in practice that a technical university trains accomplished legal professionals! "A huge thank you to the Polytechnic University faculty and administration for your contribution to the development of our legal science and the preparation of students—future lawyers," Natalia Ivanovna emphasized.

Ekaterina Chumakova, Chief Expert of the Forensic Center of the Transport Directorate of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Russian Federation, wished everyone in the hall a love for their chosen profession and also invited students to internships and service: "We truly appreciate graduates of the Polytechnic University – Higher School of Law and Technical Education. Because your diploma is a guarantee of excellent knowledge and a high level of training!"

Anna Lebedeva, First Vice-Rector of the St. Petersburg Law Institute, congratulated those gathered on Lawyer's Day and emphasized that law is the right choice. The knowledge students acquire at the St. Petersburg School of Law and Systematics will serve as a foundation for their professional careers.

Students also participated in the event. Polina Taranenko, a student at the Higher School of Law and Technical Engineering, performed a congratulatory song for everyone, first-year law students prepared a captivating "Legal Waltz," and volunteers from the "Polytechnic Squad" recited heartfelt poems.

Dmitry Mokhorov, Director of the Higher School of Law and STE, concluded the ceremony. He spoke about the achievements of legal education at the Polytechnic University: academic successes, student victories in competitions and grants, career guidance, international collaboration, publication activity, and sports awards.

"We proudly carry the banner of being the flagship of legal education at one of the country's most innovative universities," Dmitry Anatolyevich concluded.

Following the ceremony, invited guests visited the Polytechnic Museum, and the administration of the Higher School of Economics conducted a tour of the laboratories of the Higher School of Economics and Technology.

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NSU hosted open lectures on medieval culture and the origins of the Italian literary tradition.

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Source: Novosibirsk State University –

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On December 1, two open lectures were held at Novosibirsk State University, organized by Italian Center of NSUThey were dedicated to medieval culture and the origins of the Italian literary tradition. The topics were Francis of Assisi's "Song to Brother Sun" and Umberto Eco's interpretation of the Middle Ages in his novel "The Name of the Rose."

The first lecture was given by Stefano Invernizzi, deputy director of a Catholic school in Novosibirsk. He introduced Francis of Assisi and spoke about the hymn he composed, which celebrates its 800th anniversary this year.

The lecturer emphasized that Francis's anniversary once again brings attention to the origins of Italian culture:

"We started talking about Saint Francis—this year marks the 800th anniversary of his "Canticle to Brother Sun." This is an opportunity to revisit the history of the Italian language, as this text is one of the first products of Italian culture. On such days, lectures like these are especially important.

A significant part of the speech was devoted to the analysis of the “Song to Brother Sun” – the first poetic text in the Umbrian vernacular:

"This is, first and foremost, a prayerful hymn. Note: this is truly a literary text. Why? Because we see that the author, Francis of Assisi, consciously used the grammatical resources at his disposal. Moreover, Francis draws on his predecessors—biblical ones, of course, the prophets and the psalms."

The expert spoke in detail about the context of Francis's life, his spiritual conversion, political conflicts in Medieval Italy, and the role of the Order of Friars Minor. The lecturer specifically noted that the hymn's key message is connected to love for all living things and brotherhood with nature and animals: "This is the most important message for the 'Song': If God is one Father, then all people are brothers and sisters. Just like all living beings."

The second lecture was given by Lyudmila Budneva, senior lecturer Humanities Institute of NSUThe lecture was dedicated to Umberto Eco's novel "The Name of the Rose." The lecturer described the book as a multilayered work that reveals the intellectual debates of the Middle Ages—about the nature of truth, the role of knowledge, the permissibility of laughter, and the mechanisms of power.

Lyudmila Viktorovna emphasized that Eco portrays the Middle Ages as an era of contradictions, where dogmas and living human thought clashed:

We're talking about the 14th century. Umberto Eco opens before us a veritable encyclopedia of a medieval monastery. In this case, it's a Benedictine monastery—the oldest Christian order. We learn about the way of life and customs, the rules of conduct. But any rules are embodied by living people. The novel is precisely about how any rules, elevated to absolutes for the sake of stability and so that we know where we're going, must be immutable. They shouldn't change from century to century, because Christ is one and His word is one. But life shows that all these rules, like life itself, are made by people. The main debate in the novel is about people and rules.

The lecturer elaborated on the key opposition of the work – laughter and fear, embodied in the images of the novel’s heroes, William of Baskerville and Jorge:

— Laughter is the path to truth… it is what softens the spirit, makes us kinder, but at the same time it also enlightens the spirit.

Lyudmila Viktorovna also emphasized that the novel touches on fear as a tool of control:

"So, according to the novel, people fear a man-made fear, one that comes from the medieval church and the educated world. This is frightening because knowledge, concentrated in a few hands, weakens the world."

The lecture concluded with a discussion of the symbolic significance of the destruction of the monastery library:

Gradually, cities grow—and life takes over. At the end of the novel, the monastery and its library are destroyed by fire, but the world continues to exist. Although we have lost a vast treasure trove of knowledge, including Aristotle's Poetics, the monastery's destruction demonstrates the triumph of change. The Middle Ages cannot be perceived as something static and unchanging.

Both lectures demonstrated to the audience how multilayered and vibrant the Middle Ages appears when examining its original texts. Through the hymn of Francis of Assisi and the novel by Umberto Eco, the audience saw how early literary forms and spiritual debates of the 13th and 14th centuries shaped the language, worldview, and conceptions of knowledge that continue to influence European culture to this day. These two perspectives—from within medieval spirituality and through the prism of modern humanities thought—allowed a new appreciation of the role of the Middle Ages as an era in which key ideas emerged that shaped the subsequent development of literature, philosophy, and society.

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