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The 3rd industry conference "Oil and Gas Infrastructure on Permafrost Soils" was held in St. Petersburg. The conference focused on the study and discussion of issues related to the operation and construction of oil and gas facilities in permafrost zones.

The first conference on this topic was organized at Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University in November 2023. The organizers—SPbPU and Gazprom Neft—set the goal of uniting representatives of the scientific and industrial communities and creating a common platform for exploring new approaches to monitoring, developing, and safely operating facilities in the permafrost zone, as well as adapting them to climate change. The initial experiment proved successful, and a year later, the Polytechnic University the second conference took place "Oil and gas infrastructure on permafrost soils."

This year, the professional community meeting is being held at two venues—not only at SPbPU, but also at the Arctic and Antarctic Research Institute.

The third conference was attended by over 300 representatives of oil and gas companies, service and manufacturing enterprises, and the engineering and scientific communities, including Gazprom, Norilsk Nickel, NOVATEK, Rosneft, Surgutneftegaz, SIBUR, Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University, Lomonosov Moscow State University, the Institute of the Earth Cryosphere of the Federal Research Center "Tyumen Scientific Center," the Skolkovo Institute of Science and Technology, and others. Leading Russian scientists, climatologists, government officials, and industry representatives sought answers to the challenges associated with climate change and the development of projects in the permafrost zone. The conference presented new technologies for permafrost soil monitoring and geotechnical monitoring, as well as solutions for thermal stabilization and ensuring the reliability of facilities in the Far North.

The first day of the conference took place at the Arctic and Antarctic Research Institute. Vasily Tokarev, Head of the "Capital Construction of Oil and Gas Facilities" program at SPbPU's Scientific and Technological Complex "New Technologies and Materials," opened the event. Alexey Alkhimenko, Director of the Scientific and Technological Complex "New Technologies and Materials," delivered a welcoming address: "Today marks the opening of the third conference, which has attracted approximately 380 delegates. The number of participants grows each year. Most of them are business representatives, and this is most important; it demonstrates the relevance of the topics we discuss. In my opinion, this is no longer just a conference, but a community capable of addressing issues and working effectively in the chosen field."

Participants in the plenary discussion addressed topics such as the development of a state background monitoring system for permafrost, interaction with regions and businesses, and Gazprom Neft's strategy for technological development in the cryolithozone.

In 2024, Gazprom Neft established the Center for the Development and Operation of Permafrost Fields, which systematizes advanced approaches to the design, construction, and operation of industrial facilities in the Far North. The center's activities are focused on scientific research, comprehensive project assessments, and testing of technologies, equipment, and materials used to build infrastructure on permafrost soils.

More than 70% of promising fields in the Russian Federation are located in extreme zones with permafrost and permafrost soils, making construction difficult. Minimizing risks and increasing the reliability of field operations requires the development of new well construction and operation technologies, new approaches to the design, installation, and reliability of ground infrastructure, and the development of science-intensive products based on modern intelligent technologies.

The range of issues discussed by experts included geotechnical monitoring of oil and gas infrastructure facilities, climate change and environmental initiatives in the Arctic, engineering surveys on permafrost soils, well, pipeline, and road construction, and the development of technologies for the development and operation of facilities. The conference also focused on new approaches to education and training for the oil and gas industry.

The second day of the conference took place at Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University.

Alexander Yavarov, Associate Professor at the Higher School of Industrial, Civil, and Road Construction and Leading Researcher at the Scientific and Technological Complex "New Technologies and Materials," spoke at the "Foundations on MMG and Thermal Stabilization Technologies" section. He presented a calculation of the stability of structures under conditions of solifluction and seismic impacts.

At the "Well and Pipeline Construction at MMG" section, Nikolai Vatin, Director of the "Digital Engineering in Civil Construction" Scientific and Technological Complex, discussed the use of fractal analysis of fiberglass pipe structure to monitor the technical condition of composite in-field pipelines. Artem Davydov, a research engineer at the "New Technologies and Materials" Scientific and Technological Complex's testing laboratory, presented a paper titled "Bimetallic Pipelines for the Development of Industrial Infrastructure at Arctic Offshore Fields."

Vladimir Konyushkov, Associate Professor at the Higher School of Hydraulic and Power Engineering, spoke about the design of earth structures in complex geological and climatic conditions at the "Road Design and Construction on MMG" section.

The meeting of the working group "Design and Development of Infrastructure at MMG" was moderated by Vasily Tokarev, head of the "Capital Construction of Oil and Gas Facilities" department and research engineer at the Scientific and Technological Complex "New Technologies and Materials."

Interacting with industry at conferences like these gives us the opportunity to develop relevant topics and stay on top of trends. The Polytechnic University is constantly conducting research into improving construction in permafrost zones. Technologies are being implemented, new projects are being initiated—this is an ongoing process, and we see it as a long-term research agenda for the university," commented Alexey Alkhimenko.

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Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University has signed a cooperation agreement with the Russian Luge Federation. The university will assist athletes in upgrading their equipment.

The cooperation agreement was signed by Alexey Borovkov, Chief Designer for the Scientific and Technological Program "System Digital Engineering" at SPbPU, Director of the Advanced Engineering School "Digital Engineering" at SPbPU, and Natalia Gart, President of the Russian Luge Federation.

Taking into account the positive experience interaction with three-time world champion Roman Repilov In light of the regular tightening of the International Luge Federation's rules, Russian lugers, together with scientists and engineers from the SPbPU Advanced Engineering School "Digital Engineering," will analyze the design of sports sleds and develop innovative approaches to improving them, as well as enhancing the quality of materials, components of sports equipment, and athletes' gear.

"We are honored by the Russian Luge Federation's trust. Furthermore, we are focused on achieving the national goal of technological leadership—the superiority of our technologies and products over their foreign counterparts in key parameters. This is precisely what connects us to elite sports, where we also need to be faster, stronger, and higher, and, among other things, win with the help of the best technology and the best sports equipment," emphasized Alexey Borovkov. "Therefore, with our experience, technological capabilities, and expertise, we are ready to assist and support Russian lugers, who will be able to win competitions with the help of improved equipment. We hope that the road to international competitions will soon be open, where Russian athletes will be able to demonstrate their excellence."

As part of the collaboration, the Polytechnic University team will conduct research and development work to optimize the design parameters of the sports sled. Modifying the shape, testing the runner materials for glide under different climatic conditions, optimizing the runner cross-section, recommending materials for selection, and rapidly modifying the sleds are just a small part of the planned research.

The Luge Federation, in turn, will present its partner's innovative developments, granting Polytechnic the status of its official partner and partner of the Russian National Luge Team for 2025–2026.

"Today we signed a very important agreement," noted Natalia Gart, President of the Russian Luge Federation. "I hope this cooperation will be fruitful, as luge is a battle of technologies, a high-tech sport, and technically complex. Therefore, we need the latest developments and constantly improve our equipment manufacturing technologies to remain competitive in the global sporting arena. I am confident that Russian scientists and engineers at the Polytechnic University will rise to this challenge."

Specialists from the Advanced Engineering School "Digital Engineering" at SPbPU will collaborate with the Russian Luge Federation. They have unique experience in mathematical and supercomputer modeling and the development of digital twins of the biomechanical triad "sled-racer-ice track."

Digital engineering is a high-tech, multidisciplinary, science-intensive approach to product development based on digital twin technology. It provides lifecycle support for products, maintaining a continuous connection between the physical (real) world and the digital (virtual) space.

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The fourth St. Petersburg Tax Forum, the largest regional platform for discussing current tax policy issues, developing public-private dialogue, and improving tax literacy, took place in St. Petersburg. This year's event was dedicated to the 35th anniversary of the Federal Tax Service of Russia and the implementation of a human-centered approach in public administration.

The forum brought together approximately 3,000 participants, including representatives of businesses, government agencies, public organizations, and the scientific and educational communities. Speakers included heads of federal and regional agencies, experts from the Federal Tax Service of Russia, and representatives of business associations and leading universities.

For the first time, the event's program included the Youth Forum "FTS-35: Growing Together!", aimed at students, young professionals, and tax authorities. Leading industry experts and executives shared their experiences, practical case studies, and visions for opportunities for young people.

Key speakers of the forum

Igor Murashev, Deputy Chairman of the Committee on Civil Service and Personnel Policy of the Administration of the Governor of St. Petersburg; Roman Volkovsky, Acting Chairman of the Committee on Youth Policy and Interaction with Public Organizations; Maria Gladysheva, Deputy Head of the Professional Development Department of the Federal Tax Service of Russia; Aleksey Matveyev, General Director of the St. Petersburg Project Office "Cultural Capital"; Maxim Ivanov, Deputy Director for Promising Projects and Youth Policy at the Institute of Industrial Management, Economics, and Trade, invited as an expert.

The discussion was moderated by Maxim Melnichuk, Deputy Head of the Federal Tax Service of Russia for St. Petersburg.

Today, we're discussing young people and their role not only in the tax service but also in the civil service system. It's important for us to discuss not only official matters, but also the real, substantive issues that concern today's students and young professionals. Today's generation isn't just focused on income; they value flexibility, self-expression, and a personalized approach. Therefore, in our session, we're focusing on human-centeredness, professional development, and new opportunities for young people," noted Maksym Melnichuk.

At the "FTS-35: Growing Together!" forum, Maxim Ivanov, Deputy Director of the Institute of Industrial Management, Economics, and Trade at SPbPU, delivered a report entitled "Polytechnic University and the Future of Public Service: Partnership, Development, and Opportunities." His presentation was a key element of a discussion session dedicated to opportunities for young people in public service.

In his speech, he shared successful practices for developing youth initiatives and discussed career opportunities in public service. Maxim Vladimirovich focused on how modern student associations help develop professional and leadership competencies. In the first part of his presentation, the speaker introduced the Polytechnic University and the Institute of Industrial Management, Economics, and Trade as a center for training highly qualified specialists. He discussed the university's success in national and international rankings, its high graduate employment rates, and emphasized the importance of a vibrant extracurricular environment.

Maxim Ivanov discussed his experience conducting intensive educational programs on public and municipal administration. These programs, aimed at high school students and prospective university students, allow them to become familiar with the program's training areas, experience management roles, and gain initial skills in solving public policy cases. These intensive programs are becoming an important tool for early career guidance and foster a conscious interest in public service among prospective students as part of the school-university-employer pipeline.

A separate section of the report focused on the university's participation in the career guidance project "Smolny School," aimed at preparing motivated schoolchildren for further education and careers in public and municipal administration. The Polytechnic University is making a significant contribution to the project's development: developing educational modules, conducting lectures and master classes, engaging schoolchildren in solving real-world management problems, and introducing them to the modern system of training for civil service personnel.

In addition, Polytechnic actively participates in the tax classes project, where schoolchildren gain basic knowledge of the tax system, become familiar with government governance mechanisms, and experience the role of young tax specialists.

The St. Petersburg Tax Forum demonstrates the importance of open dialogue between the state, society, and young professionals. It's crucial for us to show schoolchildren and students that public service is a modern, dynamic, and promising field where they can realize their potential and contribute to the country. Polytechnic University is actively building an ecosystem of opportunities: from student associations and educational intensives to participation in city projects. We will continue to develop initiatives that help young people find their place in the future. "Only forward!" shared Maxim Ivanov.

The Youth Forum became an important part of the Tax Forum program and demonstrated the Federal Tax Service's openness to dialogue with young professionals. Participants discussed HR projects, current requirements for specialists, and new mechanisms for developing youth potential in St. Petersburg. Furthermore, the overarching theme of the entire Tax Forum—human-centeredness—was closely linked to youth: engaging students and schoolchildren creates the conditions for developing competent, proactive, and socially responsible future professionals.

Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University will continue its active participation in such events, creating new opportunities for the professional growth of students and young professionals.

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The Youth Career Forum (YCF), organized by the SPbPU Career Development Department, took place at the Polytechnic University. It grows in scale every year. This year, representatives from 47 companies participated, including Sberbank, VK, Sovcombank, Baltika Breweries, LSR Group, Gazprom Neft, Skoltech, and others.

At the International Film Festival, students and graduates had a unique opportunity not only to communicate with representatives of major Russian and international companies about their future careers but also to gain new practical skills through business games, master classes, and discussions.

Welcoming remarks at the opening of the forum were delivered by Lyudmila Pankova, Vice-Rector for Academic Affairs at SPbPU; Irina Nikulina, Head of University Relations and Talent Acquisition at Nexign; Natalya Borisova, Head of the University Relations Department at the Petersburg Tractor Plant; and Elvira Tuktamysheva, Head of the Employment Support Sector at SPbPU.

Over the years, the career forum has proven its effectiveness and efficiency. It's a great opportunity for students to explore various options, as all doors are now open to them; they should not be afraid to try. And employers here at Polytechnic University can easily find young professionals, noted Lyudmila Pankova.

Company representatives eagerly shared with students the specifics of their work, internship requirements, and internship opportunities. Forum participants were able to immediately sign up for interviews for positions of interest. Employers at the IFF also organized interactive activities: they offered tests, logic puzzles, quizzes with prizes, and treated everyone to ice cream, coffee, and chocolates.

For the first time, EVM participated in the Polytechnic University's Youth Career Forum. The young company is developing electric vehicles.

"Our company often participates in career forums, but today is our first time at the Polytechnic University. Working with students is a very valuable resource for us. We conduct tours and organize internships and internships. We're building an electrical engineering community, providing opportunities to gain experience and implement innovative ideas," noted Natalia Pivovarova, Recruitment Manager at EVM Electric Vehicles.

This isn't our company's first time at the career forum at the Polytechnic University, and we really enjoy it. There are a lot of students who are genuinely interested in choosing an internship and employment opportunities. And everyone not only visits and explores the exhibits but also attends various lectures and workshops," commented Gennady Lukashevsky, Communications and Employer Brand Development Manager for ITMS Group, on their participation in the forum.

The International Film Festival (IFF) also features a comprehensive program of business activities, including expert lectures, master classes, training sessions, and business games. The expertise shared by expert employer representatives is unique, based exclusively on real-life company cases. Through these activities, students can not only learn about the skills highly valued by employers in young professionals but also acquire them immediately, without leaving the Polytechnic University.

All business activities were divided into two tracks: "Career" and "Skills." This included master classes and CareerTalks. At these career events, students learned how to effectively present themselves, ace interviews, and build a successful career.

The key event was "Sobeseding," where participants had the unique opportunity to test their skills in express interviews. This allowed them to understand their strengths and weaknesses, overcome their fear of self-presentation, and improve their business communication skills. Students from technical fields and companies had just five minutes to effectively present themselves to each of five employers (Avtozavod Saint Petersburg, Arman, Power Machines, Dipol Group, and EVM).

All the students really enjoyed the forum's events; everyone was able to learn something new and find internship opportunities and future employment opportunities.

The forum also featured an awards ceremony for students who won the Alfa-Bank scholarship competition. Forty-six Polytechnic students were named winners. The best students were chosen for their academic and extracurricular achievements, active participation in Olympiads, competitions, hackathons, and conferences, as well as for their unique scientific research.

Dmitry Podolsky, Vice President of Government Relations at Alfa-Bank, emphasized: "This program isn't just financial support; it's an investment in students' projects, their knowledge, and their skills. It's an investment in their future, a desire to go beyond stereotypes, and sometimes beyond their capabilities."

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Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University is launching a new phase of its collaboration with the city's municipal government—the "Open Municipality" project, aimed at organizing practical internships for faculty members in local government bodies. Its key feature is a fundamentally new approach to internships: the interns are university faculty members, not students. This format, launched for the first time, is designed not simply to train participants but to provide faculty with the opportunity to immerse themselves in the work processes of local government bodies, explore local management practices, and integrate their experience into the educational process.

Representatives of the Council of Municipalities of St. Petersburg—Chairman Vsevolod Belikov, Executive Director Mikhail Novikov, and Deputy Executive Director Yulia Slav—joined the SPbPU team to discuss the project's concept, content, and implementation mechanisms.

Thirteen leading faculty members from the Graduate School of Public Administration at the Institute of Industrial Management, Economics, and Trade of Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University also participated in the working meeting and discussion of the "Open Municipality" internship project.

Participants discussed issues related to the development of local self-government in the context of federal reform, including changes related to Federal Law No. 33-FZ of March 20, 2025, "On the General Principles of Organizing Local Self-Government in a Unified System of Public Authority," prospects for municipal reorganization, the distribution of powers, possible optimization mechanisms, and the participation of municipal authorities in the integrated development of territories.

Particular emphasis was placed on the need to maintain a people-centered approach to municipal governance. Experts emphasized that during the optimization process, it is crucial to maintain contact with residents—a key factor in the trust and effectiveness of local government.

This project is important not only as an internship, but also as a new format of collaboration—when municipalities and the university become partners in developing modern management solutions. We see the Polytechnic University as a reliable ally in training personnel and fostering expert discussion. Such initiatives should become regular—we are ready to share best practices, listen to proposals, and work together to shape a new school of municipal governance for St. Petersburg," noted Vsevolod Belikov.

The project's key audience is faculty members of the "Public and Municipal Administration" program at the Institute of Industrial Management, Economics, and Trade at SPbPU.

Today, universities can't limit themselves to the classical education model—it's important for us to be involved in real-life management processes, to see how decisions are made, and to transform this knowledge into educational programs. The "Open Municipality" project is a shining example of how academia and government bodies are creating a unified space for the exchange of expertise. We are confident that a teacher with a deep understanding of practice prepares specialists of a fundamentally new caliber, capable of responding to the challenges of the times and the demands of society," shared Vice Rector for Academic Affairs Lyudmila Pankova.

The goal is to bring the educational process closer to real municipal practice, develop the professional competencies of faculty, narrow the gap between theory and management reality, and facilitate the formation of a personnel reserve for municipalities.

The project will allow:

Integrate real-world management challenges into the educational process; strengthen the practice-oriented nature of the training of future managers; establish regular exchange of competencies between the university and local government bodies; and develop project-based work and modern formats for faculty-student interaction.

The internship covers key areas of local government activity and includes both lectures and on-site practical modules in municipalities across St. Petersburg.

During the internship, participants will become familiar with key areas of municipal work. The program will cover the legal, organizational, and financial foundations of municipal operations, modern analytical and digital approaches to local government, mechanisms for interagency cooperation, and practices for handling citizen complaints.

Special attention will be paid to studying best municipal practices, including issues of integrated territorial development, urban improvement, as well as military-patriotic education, sports, and leisure activities as part of social policy at the local level.

The program combines expert presentations, discussions, and practice-oriented formats, allowing participants to immerse themselves in real-life management processes and best municipal practices in St. Petersburg.

Thus, at the Legislative Assembly of St. Petersburg, Vsevolod Belikov, Chairman of the Legislation Committee of the Legislative Assembly and Chairman of the Council of Municipalities of St. Petersburg, will give an introductory lecture on local government development trends.

The Liteiny Okrug municipality will host a lecture and discussion featuring Pavel Daynyak, which will examine the legal, organizational, and financial foundations of municipal activities.

Igor Pyzhik will lead the module at the Akademicheskoe Municipal District. Participants will explore municipal information and analytical tools, interagency cooperation mechanisms, and participate in a discussion of resident engagement practices.

During a field trip to the Finnish District municipality, led by Alexandra Kirpichnikova, teachers will learn about municipal best practices and best practices in landscaping.

The Vasilievsky Municipal District will host a module led by Dmitry Ivanov, dedicated to the organization of military-patriotic work, the development of sports, and leisure as important areas of municipal policy.

In December, the Institute of Industrial Management, Economics, and Trade will host a final discussion session in a "world café" format, featuring municipal representatives and Polytechnic faculty. Participants will jointly develop practice-oriented solutions for territorial development. A key outcome of the program will be the development of teaching materials that will be integrated into faculty curricula, strengthening the practice-oriented nature of the training of future specialists in public and municipal administration.

The "Open Municipality" project is more than just an internship; it's a bridge between university expertise and the real-world practice of municipal governance. For faculty, it's an opportunity to strengthen their competencies, for students, to gain mentors who understand real-world challenges, and for the city, to develop a new generation of managers. Projects like these move the system forward, and Polytechnic University is ready to lead these changes. "Only forward!" emphasized Maxim Ivanov, IPMEiT Deputy Director for Promising Projects and Youth Policy.

The project received the support of Alexander Belsky, Chairman of the Legislative Assembly of St. Petersburg, who noted the initiative's importance for developing expert dialogue and teamwork aimed at addressing urban development challenges. The "Open Municipality" project marks a new stage in the strategic partnership between the university and the city government, cementing the Polytechnic University's role as a center for management training, a methodological leader, and a key player in shaping modern municipal human resources policy in St. Petersburg.

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A working meeting on the development of support laboratories for the national technological leadership project "New Nuclear and Energy Technologies" was held at Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University. This event marked an important milestone in strengthening cooperation between Rosatom State Corporation and the country's leading universities in training next-generation engineering personnel.

The meeting was chaired by Natalia Ilyina, Director for Scientific and Technical Programs and Projects at Rosatom State Corporation. Representatives from Rosenergoatom Concern JSC, Atomenergoproekt JSC, Proryv JSC, Atomstroyexport JSC, and the Saint Petersburg Polytechnic University participated in the discussion.

Participants focused on three key laboratories that form the foundation of the project's educational and research ecosystem: "Advanced Digital and Manufacturing Technologies in Nuclear Energy," "Virtual Nuclear Power Unit," and "Competence Center for Design and Operation of Nuclear Power Plants with WWER-1200 Reactors." The discussion was constructive and substantive, focusing on the challenges of personnel training, the development of industrial postgraduate programs, the improvement of educational programs, and the creation of conditions for closer collaboration between universities and industry companies.

The national nuclear project encompasses the full technology cycle, from scientific development to the construction of reference facilities. We consider reference laboratories to be the foundation for developing the necessary scientific, technical, and engineering competencies. Such partnerships should be formed at the organization-university level. Our joint task today is to identify the scope of such partnerships," noted Natalia Ilyina.

Participants paid special attention to expanding SPbPU's collaboration with the "Breakthrough" project's educational and experimental base at Sirius University. This experience demonstrated that the integration of scientific, educational, and industrial resources accelerates the implementation of advanced technologies in the educational process and develops competencies in demand in the nuclear energy industry of the future.

SPbPU Vice-Rector for Academic Affairs Lyudmila Pankova noted that the development of flagship laboratories opens up new prospects for higher education. "It's important for us not just to meet the industry's staffing needs, but to develop professionals capable of working closely with science and industry," Pankova emphasized. "Flagship laboratories are becoming a space where education, research, and technology are integrated into a single process. Together with Rosatom State Corporation enterprises, we are creating an ecosystem capable of ensuring the country's technological leadership."

Following the meeting, further steps for laboratory development were agreed upon. The laboratory's program, "Advanced Digital and Production Technologies in Nuclear Energy," will be further developed in collaboration with key companies, including JSC Proryv. The projects for the supporting laboratories will focus on developing specialist training requirements, expanding the educational and experimental facilities, and creating a faculty pool with industry experts. The spaces and equipment will be updated to meet company needs and current training areas.

In summing up, the participants noted that the development of reference laboratories will be an important contribution to strengthening the nuclear industry's human resources. This collaboration between universities and enterprises creates a solid foundation for Russia's sustainable technological leadership and the development of new nuclear and energy technologies.

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Innovative developments by SPbPU scientists and events from the university's life are regularly featured in news reports on the official information resources of the Russian Ministry of Education and Science. We cover this in the new issue. digest "Polytechnic in the focus of the Ministry of Education and Science."

On September 15, the ministry posted on its VKontakte page news about the joint project of the Polytechnic University and the State Hermitage Museum "Formula of Art". Visitors to the page saw the first film in a video series that tells how warriors' protective clothing has changed over the centuries since the Middle Ages.

On September 17, the Ministry of Education and Science posted on its VK page eighth issue A joint informational and educational video project with SPbPU, "PRO-Rector," about university media communications. The featured speaker was Evgeniya Turtapkina, SFU Vice-Rector for Information Policy.

On September 18, the Ministry of Education and Science includeda selection of university podcasts On VK, a Polytechnic podcast episode, "Translate into Human Language," explores art research technologies at the Russian Museum.

In September, readers of the Ministry of Education and Science's VK page chose the most interesting news of the month: the creation of a publicly accessible database of chalcogenide glasses by Polytechnic University scientists. We made a separate post about this with cards.

The news that two teams from SPbPU PISh took first and second place at the open technology festival MIPT FestTech was included ina list of the most interesting events in the life of leading engineering schools, published on the Ministry of Education and Science's Telegram channel on September 25.

On September 29, the Polytechnic's podcast "Study of Art Objects. Russian Museum" was featured ina selection of the best podcasts already in the Ministry of Education and Science's Telegram channel.

On October 1, the Ministry of Education and Science's Telegram channel noted among the main events of the Priority 2030 program the development by Polytechnic University scientists of a method for reducing the negative impact of chemotherapy in the treatment of oncology. University specialists claim that coating medicinal nanoparticles with a lipid shell made of lecithin ensures targeted release of substances in cancer cells with minimal impact on healthy tissue.

In the next selection the main events of "Priority" On October 8, the Ministry of Education and Science's Telegram channel reported on a high-speed modem for CubeSat-shaped cloud devices being developed by scientists and students at SPbPU.

And on October 11, the Ministry of Education and Science's Telegram channel included the Polytechnic University among the best ina selection of university podcasts.

On September 1, the website of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation published material on a new approach to treating Alzheimer's disease, proposed by SPbPU scientists.

On October 7, an article was published on the website "Priority" of the Ministry of Education and Science of the Russian Federation. "St. Petersburg scientists are developing ultra-high-speed space internet for small satellites."

Read about the events from the Polytechnic University's life that are reflected in the Ministry of Education and Science's information resources in our upcoming publications.

SPbPU's transparent information environment and constructive interaction with the Russian Ministry of Science and Higher Education help the university position itself as a leading educational center in the country. Regular coverage of the university's achievements through the Ministry's official channels clearly demonstrates the significance of its contribution to the development of national science and education.

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Representatives of the Polytechnic Institute of Industrial Management, Economics, and Trade participated in two key events of the BRICS International Municipal Forum, held at the ExpoForum Convention and Exhibition Center. Expert presentations covered topics such as workforce development in the tourism and hospitality sector and creating an inspiring environment for youth initiatives.

Olga Voronova, Director of the Higher School of Service and Trade at SPbPU, and Natalia Muizinik, Dean of the Faculty of International Relations and Political Studies at Northwest Management University of the Russian Presidential Academy of National Economy and Public Administration, moderated a panel discussion on developing human resources in tourism and hospitality, with an emphasis on cross-cultural competence.

The event brought together leading experts, representatives of the academic community, government agencies, and the tourism industry from the BRICS and CIS countries. Participants discussed current issues related to professional training, the implementation of innovative teaching methods, and enhancing the industry's investment attractiveness, striving to develop practical solutions for developing the tourism potential of participating countries. One of the key speakers at the section was Tatyana Khnykina, head of the Tourism and Hospitality Management programs at SPbPU, who presented a paper on "Adapting Professional Training for the Tourism Industry in the Context of International Labor Market Trends." She emphasized the growing demand for specialists with intercultural communication skills, digital competencies, and innovative thinking, and proposed innovative approaches to modernizing university and college curricula aimed at training specialists capable of adapting to dynamic market conditions, mastering new technologies, and managing the quality of tourism services. Tatyana Khnykina discussed the prospects for integrating digital technologies into the educational process, developing critical thinking and creativity, and introducing new practical training formats through internships and participation in real-world projects with international companies.

The participation of representatives from BRICS, CIS, and friendly countries in the section facilitated constructive dialogue and the development of effective mechanisms for advancing international cooperation in the hospitality and tourism sectors. The event focused on current methodological aspects of human resource development, cross-cultural competence, and the implementation of innovative solutions, facilitating the exchange of best practices and strengthening collaboration between science, business, and government agencies, as well as the formulation of strategies for developing the tourism potential of participating countries.

Olga Voronova commented on her participation in the event: "Organizing the section 'Developing Human Resource Potential in Tourism and Hospitality in the BRICS Region' plays a key role in strengthening international cooperation and developing effective mechanisms for training highly qualified specialists. We see particular value in jointly exploring solutions that contribute to the creation of a unified educational space that meets global trends and the unique cultural characteristics of each BRICS member state. Through such collaboration, we will be able to ensure the professional growth of our students and strengthen the position of our countries in the global tourism market."

In addition, a strategic session entitled "Creating Youth Spaces: How to Form Safe and Inspiring Spaces for Ideas and Projects?" was held, organized by the Committee on Youth Policy and Interaction with Public Organizations.

The speaker was Aik Aghajanyan, a management student at SPbPU's Institute of Mechanics and Technology and the head of the Polytechnic University Model UN student association. In his presentation, he shared practices for creating and developing youth platforms for intercultural interaction and public diplomacy in St. Petersburg. He also presented his own projects: St. Petersburg International Diplomatic Festival (SIDF) and the BRICS School of Mayors, which demonstrated high results in the field of international youth cooperation and became shining examples of successful initiatives in line with the session's theme.

The event brought together participants from across the BRICS countries and served as a platform for the exchange of experiences between youth leaders, government officials, NGOs, and educational institutions.

The projects presented by Ike were noted by participants as successful examples of strengthening international dialogue, developing youth diplomacy, and creating a sustainable community of young leaders.

"It's important to me that Polytechnic University student projects are becoming part of the international dialogue. "Youth initiatives today aren't just ideas; they're tangible tools for strengthening intercultural cooperation. Our projects demonstrate that students can create sustainable platforms for diplomacy, partnership, and positive change," Ike shared.

Ike's speech emphasized the active role of the SPbPU student community in forming international initiatives, developing cultural dialogue, and strengthening youth leadership.

Polytechnic University is strengthening its status as a key player in the BRICS international agenda by serving as a platform for expert dialogue, training, and promoting youth initiatives, creating conditions for the implementation of ambitious student projects, and supporting the participation of young leaders in international programs, discussions, and the development of a new youth policy model.

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Today, the Polytechnic University acquired a new partner: the Kirov Central Park of Culture and Leisure, or CPCL for short. SPbPU Rector Andrey Rudskoy and CPCL Director Pavel Seleznev signed a cooperation agreement.

Pavel Andreevich graduated from the Mechanical Engineering Department of the Polytechnic University in 1985, so his visit to his alma mater was a special occasion for him. He was accompanied by Alexey Yezhov, First Deputy Director of the Central Park of Culture and Recreation, and Maria Zhuk, a methodologist at the Yelaginoostrovsky Palace Museum. The guests were greeted by Rector Andrey Rudskoy, Advisor to the Rector's Office Vladimir Glukhov, Vice Rector for Organizational and Economic Affairs Stanislav Vladimirov, Vice Rector for Information, Youth Policy, and Security Maxim Pasholikov, Vice Rector for Continuing and Pre-University Education Dmitry Tikhonov, Academic Secretary Dmitry Karpov, Director of the SPbPU Institute of Civil Engineering Marina Petrochenko, Director of the Fundraising and Alumni Relations Center Sergey Chichenev, and Director of the Polytechnic Museum Valery Klimov.

The conversation around the oval table in the rector's office was both businesslike and friendly. Many shared memories emerged, from childhood walks in the Central Park of Culture and Leisure to student years at the Polytechnic University. Pavel Seleznev recounted how he, a graduate of the LPI Mechanical Engineering Department and then the St. Petersburg University of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Russian Federation, became the head of the Central Park of Culture and Leisure, which he has managed for 14 years now. He shared interesting facts about the park, in particular, about tulips, which have now become an integral part of the Central Park of Culture and Leisure, although they were previously absent there. Incidentally, it could be said that it was thanks to the tulips that the current cooperation agreement was signed. On the day of the citywide cleanup day, October 25, the Central Park of Culture and Leisure donated 10 thousand bulbs of these flowers to the Polytechnic UniversityThey were planted in various flowerbeds on campus, and in the spring we'll be able to host a mini-tulip festival here (the Central Park of Culture and Leisure hosts such festivals every year).

"Today marks a new chapter in our relationship; let's work together," Andrey Rudskoy said during the meeting. "You might be interested in our students' experience creating the Polytechnic University MetaCampus—a virtual digital ecosystem connecting the university's campus information model, databases, and service systems. We would be delighted if your specialists took on the responsibility for our park."

Developing this idea, Andrey Rudskoy presented a gift to Pavel Seleznev Photo album "Flora and fauna of the Polytechnic Park". An equivalent return gift to the Polytechnic was a colorful publication dedicated to the 200th anniversary of the Elaginoostrovsky Palace and Park Ensemble.

Collaboration between the university and the Central Park of Culture and Leisure offers endless possibilities. In addition to staff training and professional development, this includes educational and on-the-job training and internships for students, career-guided excursions, visiting lectures, joint events, the participation of university creative teams in the Yelagin Park street theater festival, the participation of student research societies and design bureaus in the Yelagin Rally modeling and technical sports festival, and simply the volunteer participation of SPbPU students in Central Park of Culture and Leisure events. This includes technical expertise of amusement rides and collaboration on organizational and technical issues related to the preservation and development of the Polytechnic Park. Furthermore, Andrey Rudskoy greatly interested the partners in the opportunity to participate in the restoration of the garden at the Kholomki Estate Museum.

"We know what to surprise you with in Kholomki, we're preparing a surprise," Pavel Seleznev intrigued. "The Central Park of Culture and Leisure also has some interesting offers for students. Signing the agreement with the Polytechnic University is a great honor for me, and I hope our collaboration will be promising and mutually enriching."

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Fifth-year students from the Institute of Civil Engineering at Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University, studying the "Construction of Unique Buildings and Structures" program, visited TITAN-2 Holding facilities and the Leningrad Nuclear Power Plant construction site in Sosnovy Bor. They were accompanied by Evgeniya Zavodnova, senior lecturer at the Institute of Civil Engineering and Highway Construction, and Elena Alonzova, a specialist in educational and methodological work at the Institute of Civil Engineering and Highway Construction.

The event included an introductory lecture, during which TITAN-2 representatives discussed the holding's history and development, its structure, subsidiaries, and the company's main nuclear and other facilities. Special attention was paid to corporate culture, employment and career opportunities, and the "External Talent Pool" project, which aims to attract university graduates. A quiz was organized for students. All participants received commemorative souvenirs.

The students then visited the holding's museum, where they learned about the history of Sosnovy Bor, the role of TITAN-2 in its development, and the specifics of its ongoing nuclear projects. The group then visited the production site of TITAN TECHNOLOGY PIPELINE LLC, where they observed the full manufacturing cycle of pipelines for nuclear power facilities in real time. The shop foreman explained the production organization, its key stages, quality control, and testing of manufactured products, and answered the students' questions.

The students also visited the construction sites of the seventh and eighth power units of the Leningrad NPP-2. The group observed the assembly of the nuclear island building structures and waterproofing work on the monolithic structures. The students were interested in the construction site organization, the operation of tower cranes, the assembly of massive structures, and other aspects of the operation.

TITAN-2 is a strategic partner of Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University. Many ISI students complete internships at the holding's construction sites and subsequently become part of its professional team. TITAN-2 traditionally expresses its willingness to collaborate and is pleased to welcome students and graduates of the university as employees.

Organizing tours of key nuclear industry facilities aligns with the institute's strategic goals of training highly qualified engineering personnel. "I am confident that such experiences not only broaden students' professional horizons but also contribute to the development of a new generation of engineers prepared to tackle the most complex challenges in nuclear construction," commented Marina Petrochenko, Director of the Civil Engineering Institute.

These types of excursions are a valuable experience for our students. Seeing the scale of nuclear facility construction firsthand and interacting with industry professionals—no lecture can replace this kind of hands-on experience. Students return with sparkling eyes, full of ideas, and motivation to grow in their profession. It's precisely this combination of theory and practice that makes learning truly effective," shared Evgenia Zavodnova.

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