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On August 22, Russia celebrates the Day of the National Flag. In honor of the holiday, we decided to talk to the head of the Russian History Department of the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences of RUDN Elena Kryazheva-Kartseva and find out when the tricolor appeared, who was its creator, and what other flags our country has had.

When did the very first flags appear and where?

There are many flags in the world today, both state and territorial, regional, city. There are also flags of military forces, international organizations, ships and even some private companies.

They are studied by scientists within the framework of an auxiliary historical discipline – vexillology (from the Latin vexillum – banner), where they study the history of the formation and development of the so-called banner material (banners, flags, standards, banners, banners, curtains, ensigns, pennants, guises, weather vanes, bunchuks, etc.), as well as staffs, rods, scepters and various signs that are worn on the pole. In recent years, flags have been most actively studied, as they represent symbols of state sovereignty. Along with the coat of arms and the anthem, they are a conscious embodiment of the unity of the meanings of civilization.

Speaking about the appearance of the first flags in the world, scientists point to the countries of the Ancient East (banners with the emblem of the Sumerian god Nanna (3rd millennium BC), the white flag of the Chinese Zhou dynasty (11th–3rd centuries BC), Indian flags with images of totem animals and birds.

Speaking about the history of Russia, the word banner was first mentioned in the Tale of Bygone Years in 1096. However, in the 11th century, a banner was understood as a military unit, and only since the 12th century, a banner increasingly began to mean a flag, and not a military unit. The following expressions are found in the chronicles: “having thrown the banner and run”, “holding Yaropolk’s banner”, “raising the banner”, “they see that his banner is raised up”. The standard-bearer was called a “banner bearer”. At the same time as the banner, a gonfalon began to be mentioned in the meaning of a flag. A gonfalon is a church banner (a portable icon). Its main feature is the way the cloth is attached – its upper part is attached to a horizontal crossbar, which is fixed crosswise on a vertical pole. Since the 14th century, images of Jesus Christ began to be placed on banners. Such banners began to be called banners. In the Battle of Kulikovo, the banner of Dmitry Donskoy was crimson. With the same banner, crimson, Tsar Ivan IV the Terrible went on a campaign against Kazan in 1552.

Where should we look for the earliest roots of the Russian tricolor?

The prototype of the modern flag appeared in Russia at the end of the 17th century under Tsar Alexei Mikhailovich. The first Russian military ship "Orel", built in the village of Dedinovo in the Kolomensky district, was equipped with a white-blue-red banner, the exact order of the mutual arrangement of the stripes is unknown. In the center was an image of a gold (yellow) double-headed eagle. The ship was intended to protect Russian merchant ships on the Caspian Sea. Sources indicate that red, blue and white fabric was used in the manufacture of the flag of the first Russian ship. However, the white-blue-red flag of Alexei Mikhailovich was not similar to what we have today. The creator of the tricolor as it exists in modern Russia was Peter I.

The future Emperor Peter I in 1693 during a trip to Arkhangelsk saw that all foreign ships sailed under the flags of either the country, or the home port, or a trading company. The future Emperor also saw the color diversity of flags and was familiar with the tricolor variant. The first tricolor appeared in the Netherlands during the War of the Seventeen Provinces for their independence in the 16th century. It was a cloth of horizontally arranged orange, white and blue stripes – the heraldic colors of Prince William of Orange.

That is why Peter I, who was keen on maritime affairs and shipbuilding, ordered that Russian ships should fly either "cross" or "striped" flags, the color scheme of which should be white-blue-red. Peter the Great personally worked on developing the image of the flag with the sequence of white-blue-red stripes that we are accustomed to.

Thus, on August 6, 1693, a tricolor with a golden double-headed eagle was established as a symbol of the state. Peter I had such a flag during his voyage across the White Sea. This is the first example that has come down to us – the so-called "flag of the Moscow Tsar" Peter I, which was raised on the ship "Saint Peter" in 1693. It was from Peter's time that the combination (from top to bottom) of white, blue (light blue) and red stripes was established. On the one hand, the appearance of the white-blue-red flag is associated with the development of the fleet, on the other hand, it is a sign of the construction and strengthening of the state. During the Battle of Narva, a significant part of Peter's troops fought under tricolor banners with a double-headed eagle. A large number of these banners fell into the hands of the Swedes after the defeat at Narva, thanks to which it is known exactly what they looked like.

How has the country's national flag changed throughout its history?

What prompted Peter to abandon the widespread use of the white-blue-red banner and flags created on its basis is unknown. But this is exactly what happened in 1720. The "St. Andrew's flag" was established as the naval flag of Russia – a white flag with a blue oblique cross. A yellow cloth with a black double-headed eagle in the center began to be used as the royal standard. The white-blue-red flag remained exclusively a commercial flag from 1720.

The State Flag of Russia was approved by Alexander II on June 11, 1958, and it was a black and white-yellow flag, which correlated with the emblem of Russia-the Black State Eagle in a yellow or golden field. However, at the conclusion of the Parisian world, Alexander II, the French capital was decorated with a white-blue-red flag. And in the future, white-blue-red banners often adorned the cities of Russia. For example, at the opening of the monument to A.S. Pushkin in 1880, the opening of the monument to the Grenadiers who fell under the Plevna (1887). Around the 1870s, the simultaneous existence of two flags in the country was not noticeable, since the buildings were decorated during the holidays with carpets, garlands and other attributes. But at the end of the 19th century, it became clear that it was necessary to make a decision, which flag is folk. That is why Emperor Nicholas II gathered a special meeting twice, which came to the conclusion that the white-blue-red flag was perceived by the people. In April 1896, at the direction of Emperor Nicholas II, the only Russian state flag was declared white-blue-red. In April 1918, at a meeting of the All-Russian Central Executive Committee, a new state flag was approved. The Decree of the All -Russian Central Executive Committee read: “The flag of the Russian Republic establishes a red banner with the inscription“ Russian Federal Republic ”. On the model of the flag of the RSFSR, state flags of other Soviet republics were subsequently established. In 1922, the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics was formed. The first official description of the flag of the Soviet Union is found in the 1924 Constitution. The state flag of the USSR over the years of the existence of the Soviet state was modified slightly. The following description was given in the 1936 Constitution: “The flag consists of a red panel with an image on its upper corner, near the pole, gold sickle and hammer and a red five -pointed star framed by a golden border above them. The ratio of the width to the length is 1: 2 ”.

Since August 22, 1991, the tricolor flag has once again become the State Flag of the Russian Federation. However, the color scheme was not established immediately. After the events of August 1991, the flag was white-azure-scarlet. And only on December 11, 1993, the day before the referendum on the new constitution, the flag of the Russian Federation was changed by presidential decree from white-azure-scarlet to white-blue-red.

In 1994, a holiday was established – Day of the State Flag of the Russian Federation. Since then, it has been celebrated annually on August 22.

What do the colors of the Russian tricolor symbolize? Is there an officially approved interpretation of the colors of the flag?

The white-blue-red flag is a symbol of the Russian Federation. However, its history is still controversial, especially the interpretation of its color scheme. There is no official "explanation" of the colors of the national flag in the laws. Therefore, to interpret them, we turn to public attitudes and the conclusions of experts in different historical eras.

According to Russian "everyday" concepts of the 17th-18th centuries, red symbolized courage, war, protection of faith and poor people, heroism, generosity, blood, self-sacrifice, fire, mortal combat, the power of the state. Blue – the sky, chastity, fidelity, the Virgin Mary, spirituality, faith. White – "incorruptible perfection", peace, purity, truth, freedom, nobility, innocence. The arrangement of the stripes reflects the ancient idea of the structure of the world: below – the physical, then – the heavenly world, at the top – the divine world. Many supporters of the white-blue-red banner explained the symbolism of its colors with church images. For example, in the book by A. I. Uspensky, information is provided that the three colors indicated are sacred colors for the Russian Orthodox Church, and blue is considered the color of the Virgin Mary. There was also another popular interpretation of the white-blue-red flag, namely that the colors (from top to bottom) symbolize Faith, Hope and Love.

Due to numerous discussions about the symbolism of the colors of the flag, in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Emperor Nicholas II twice convened a Special Conference "for a comprehensive and, if possible, final clarification of the issue of the state Russian national colors," which recognized the white-blue-red flag as the Russian national flag. The Special Conference noted that objectively the appearance of the flag is associated with the historical activities of Peter I. But the public recognition of the color scheme also contributed to the establishment of the flag as a national flag. On the pages of the materials of the Special Conference, we find an explanation of this phenomenon from the point of view of manifestations of folk life, as well as the nature of Russia. In particular, the following fact was noted: "A Great Russian peasant wears a red or blue shirt in the field and on holidays, a Little Russian and a Belarusian – in a white one, Russian women dress up in sarafans, also red and blue." It was emphasized that in the Russian language there are many proverbs and sayings where "respect for the white color is visible." Thus, in the opinion of the members of the Special Conference, such examples of the use of the said colours by the people were proof that for the "emblematic expression of the external appearance of Russia it is necessary to use the colours: white, blue and red". As a result of the work of the Special Conference, it was decided that the white-blue-red flag should be uniform for the entire Empire.

Although in the 21st century Russians no longer wear red shirts and sarafans to holidays, the colors of the flag are still close to public understanding. And that is why the most common interpretation of the colors of the flag is as follows: white means freedom, nobility, peace; blue – faith and spirituality; red symbolizes sovereignty, which has always been inherent in the Russian state and our multinational people.

Why was the white-azure-scarlet flag replaced by white-blue-red?

The replacement of the white-azure-scarlet flag with a white-blue-red one occurred in the process of standardizing state symbols. The terms "azure" and "scarlet" are poetic and less accurate in color designation. In 1991, the Extraordinary Session of the Supreme Soviet of the RSFSR decided to consider the pre-revolutionary tricolor as the official symbol of Russia. However, the color scheme was not established immediately. After the events of August (the Putsch), the state flag was white-azure-scarlet. And only on December 11, 1993, the day before the referendum on the new constitution, the flag of the Russian Federation was changed by presidential decree from white-azure-scarlet to white-blue-red. The use of the terms "blue" and "red" made it possible to unify the description of the flag's colors, simplify its production, and ensure uniformity of the state symbol in international perception.

Thus, the modern Russian tricolor is the result of a long historical development of state symbols; it reflects both ancient traditions and modern realities of our country.

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Have you ever thought about what it means to “live”? This is the question that the participants of the second season of the educational program “Live and Create in Russia” of the All-Russian student project “Your Move” were asked to reflect on. Among them was RUDN student Anastasia Bogoyavlenskaya.

The goal of the program "Live and Create in Russia" is to prepare leaders of the student community, conductors of the meanings of youth policy. It is designed for a year and includes three modules: "I live", "I create", "I live and create in Russia", as well as intermodular work.

Notes of a young doctor

To become a participant, students had to write an essay and receive a letter of recommendation from either a program graduate or the management of the educational institution. Anastasia successfully coped with the selection stage and immersed herself in the work. The first module took place in Ivanovo in the spring and brought together students from universities in the Central and Northwestern Federal Districts. In addition to the educational part, the students had a variety of activities, including a hike to the "Cape of Love" in the village of Reshma near the Volga.

“I learned about the program from my academic supervisor, Elena Valeryevna Kaverina. At first, to be honest, I didn’t fully understand what the program was about. But I was very interested to see and learn what youth policy is (I knew before, but I studied this issue myself, so I wanted to learn from professionals), and how to work in this area. During the first block of the program, we discussed the topic: “What does it mean for us to “live”? How do we feel it?” We discussed the importance of reflection and generally learned how to do it correctly. We played a game on values, and I learned that my values are not what I thought they were. Not that they are terrible, I just thought that my main value is family, but it turned out that they are not. This is youth, because it is at this time that your own family appears, useful contacts, professional growth and much more,” — Anastasia Bogoyavlenskaya, a student of the RUDN Medical Institute (General Medicine major, 5th year).

The girl also recalls that on the first day of the program she came across a question on a card: “What book should every student read?”

"I couldn't answer right away, I was confused. After that, I thought about it all night and realized: definitely "Notes of a Young Doctor" by Mikhail Bulgakov. Why? Because they describe the experiences of not just a novice doctor, but a young specialist who has just graduated from university and is immersing himself in the profession. These stories contain his fears, doubts, thoughts, and it seems to me that any novice specialist faces something similar. This book will help you understand: this happens to everyone, and it's normal," – Anastasia Bogoyavlenskaya.

Non-random meetings

According to the student, during the program she met more than 50 people in 4 days. And some of them were definitely not random.

"On the last day of the module, I was sitting at breakfast with a girl who was studying to be a lawyer but dreamed of trying herself in medicine. I remembered a table with data on the composition of the detachments to the virgin lands, where there were guys from the law faculty who decided to go work as part of a medical detachment in the registry. And I told her about it. My interlocutor was delighted and said: "How interesting that the necessary information comes exactly when it is most needed." This impressed me greatly!" – Anastasia Bogoyavlenskaya.

Communication with famous athletes and traveler Oleg Volynkin was also useful and helped the girl understand several important things about herself.

"Meeting with Alexandra Patskevich (2020 Olympic synchronized swimming champion), where she talked about her sports career, motivated me to return to sports. In the past, I was a professional rhythmic gymnast, and was also on the RUDN national fitness aerobics team. But now I plan to go into trap shooting. As for the meeting with Oleg Viktorovich, his exciting stories about traveling to different cities of Russia helped me realize that another important value for me is education. Because the broader our horizons, the more interesting it is with us. In addition, I was delighted with how the traveler spoke reverently and tenderly about his wife, my soul felt so warm! And Alexandra, when the guys asked what values are most important to her, answered: "The main thing is to love: your business, people, loved ones …", – Anastasia Bogoyavlenskaya.

Great opportunities

Now Anastasia is actively participating in the second module of the "I Create" program in Kemerovo. It is aimed at creative activity and teaching young people how to interact with different communities. The final module will take place in December, and the main thing there will be finding an answer to the question: "How to live and create in Russia?"

"I have actually already learned a lot from the program: I started doing fitness, ran my first 4 km race at the New Media Festival, began to value my personal space and time more, began to spend more time with loved ones and, in general, began to develop not only professionally, but also personally. As a doctor, I found participation in the second module especially useful. It was here that I finally understood the meaning of the word "creation", which is extremely important for me as a future healthcare specialist. And as a student, I met a huge number of cool guys – heads of student organizations from all over Russia. This opens up great opportunities for me both for project activities and for simple friendship," – Anastasia Bogoyavlenskaya.

The All-Russian student project "Your Move" is part of the series of projects of the presidential platform "Russia – the Land of Opportunities" and is implemented with the support of the Federal Agency for Youth Affairs (Rosmolodezh), the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation.

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RUDN University student Marina Sobolevskaya is spending this summer surrounded by boys and girls in a kindergarten in the Serbian city of Subotica. She teaches the children Russian, tells them about Russian traditions and culture, and plays "The sea is worried once" and "Ring-ring, come out onto the porch."

"Last year, I visited the Serbian Embassy with a delegation of students and teachers from our Department of Theory and History of International Relations, where we were very warmly received. Ambassador Momčilo Babić met with us personally and told us many interesting things about his country and its capital, Belgrade. After talking with the ambassador, I wanted to expand my knowledge of Serbia and go there to form my own opinion about this country. That is why this year I decided to participate in the Global Volunteer program of the international organization AIESEC," Marina Sobolevskaya, Bachelor of Arts and Social Sciences at RUDN (International Relations major, 3rd year).

A little bit about Subotica

The girl applied to AIESEC, successfully passed the interviews and since July 15 has been working 4 hours a day in one of the kindergartens in Subotica. This is the northernmost city in Serbia, which is located almost on the border with Hungary and was once part of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. Trade routes used to pass through here, and a market opened every Saturday. This market was called Subotica in honor of the day of the week when trade took place. Marina notes that although the city is small, there are many historical places here, as well as incredibly delicious cuisine.

"Before the internship, I worked with children, but not in such quantities. For example, at school I held events for junior and middle grades. In my volunteer program, it is important for me to teach Russian as a foreign language, and the target audience only created additional interest: children have a completely different worldview, understanding and perception than adults, and communication with them is useful for me too," Marina Sobolevskaya.

According to the student, during her first lessons with the children, she showed them Russia on a map, photographs of major cities and Lake Baikal, and told them about the flag of our country.

"The children were impressed by the size of Russia, and also by the Moscow metro with its almost 300 stations. They were generally delighted by the trains that transport people underground, because their city doesn't have anything like that, and it's hard for them to even imagine it," Marina Sobolevskaya.

Is Matryoshka a grandmother?

As the student shared, she teaches Russian to children using posters and cards with the names of domestic animals, products and other simple words. The children especially like words that sound very similar in both Russian and Serbian. For example, “ovtsa” is pronounced here as “ovtse”, and in the word “koza” the stress is on the first syllable – the differences are minimal.

“In turn, the children teach me Serbian. For example, when I showed them a photo of a matryoshka doll, it turned out that they knew this Russian toy. When I asked them, “What is this?”, they shouted, “Babushka!” At first, I was surprised, why grandma? But in Serbia, that’s what they call a matryoshka doll. I also learned the word “bubamara” from the children, which means ladybug in Russian. In general, the languages are very similar, many of the same roots, often only the stress and suffixes differ. Outside of work, I speak more English, but in cafes and shops I try to use the phrases I’ve learned. I already have about 30 words in my arsenal. This is my mini-goal — to learn Serbian, because I think it’s important, you need to respect the language of the country you’re in,” Marina Sobolevskaya.

In the kindergarten, the girl helps her colleagues with organizing various events, including off-site ones.

"During the first week of the internship, my students and I attended a meeting with children with disabilities, where the kids could play and chat together. It was interesting to watch how the teacher had explained to the group what would happen shortly before: how tactfully and at the same time clearly she conveyed the meaning even to the little ones," Marina Sobolevskaya.

The RUDN student also enjoys playing games with her students that are familiar to us all from childhood.

"For example, in "Ring-ring, go out on the porch" or "The sea is worried once." The older girls especially liked this game, they learned the words by heart and diligently repeated them. And I want to think that they will remember these moments, these games, tell their friends about them, and then their children, and thus pass on a piece of Russian culture through generations," Marina Sobolevskaya.

Serbian hospitality

In her free time from the internship, Marina goes on short trips. And not only in Serbia: she also managed to visit the cities of Kotor, Budva and Herceg Novi in Montenegro. According to the RUDN student, each country and city has its own atmosphere, and she is glad that she has the opportunity to enjoy it and gain new impressions and experience.

"I have a nice story about Serbian hospitality. Near Novi Sad, there is a national park called Fruska Gora, where I wanted to take a walk. But when I got there by bus, I realized that I would be able to see very few places on foot in three hours. The park is more designed for car travelers. But on my way, I met a local resident, Frederik, who was working in his shed, and I started a conversation with him. I wanted to ask him which paths I should take in the park to see something interesting. And he was interested in me, in the fact that I was a student from Russia and here on an internship. We spoke English, since he knows this language, he went to study in London, so there was no language barrier. So, in the end, I was invited to his place for breakfast, where we continued our lively conversation, and then Frederik showed me the sights of the park by car," Marina Sobolevskaya.

Future project

After completing her internship, the RUDN student plans to implement a project related to intercultural communication, adaptation and socialization of foreigners in Russia. It will be an online platform where you can learn Russian, learn about the traditions and culture of our country using various formats, including interactive ones.

"Of course, there are now many courses and tutors who professionally teach the language, but even having learned the basics, foreigners often do not understand how and where to apply their knowledge, how to use slang, dialectisms and other unusual vocabulary, what proverbs, sayings and phraseological units are, why you can't greet someone through the threshold and much, much more. I would like this huge layer of Russian culture, unconsciously passed down from generation to generation by native speakers, to become available to guests of our country, to help them better understand it and feel at home," Marina Sobolevskaya.

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What does the pulse on the left hand show? How to do acupressure on the ears? This and much more was learned by RUDN medical students at the summer school "Heritage and Health: a Summer Exploration of Traditional Chinese Medicine and Qilu Culture" at Shandong Second Medical University in the Chinese city of Weifang. Our university has been cooperating with this educational institution for several years now.

For almost two weeks, participants in the educational program attended lectures by local doctors and practical seminars, where they were told about modern methods of treating various diseases and about traditional Chinese medicine.

Needles, dots, pulse

In particular, students were taught the theoretical foundations of acupuncture and acupuncture. And they were given the opportunity to apply the acquired knowledge in practice.

"Each of us could voluntarily undergo an acupuncture session, having previously described our complaints: based on them, the specialist selected the necessary points of action on the body. We studied several key acupuncture points and the principles of working with them. It turned out that the needles are installed at different angles and rotated to achieve different therapeutic effects. We were also shown the technique of Gua Sha massage, which is performed with a small scraper to improve blood circulation and relieve muscle tension," – Sofia Soldatova, a student of the RUDN Medical Institute (major in General Medicine, 4th year).

In addition, the students were told about what problems in the human body can be understood by the pulse.

"According to the theory of traditional Chinese medicine, the pulse on the right hand shows the condition of the spleen, lungs, and on the left – the kidneys, liver and heart. Chinese specialists determine that something in the body is not working properly by the rate, dynamism, depth and other parameters of the pulse," – Anna Davydova, a student of the RUDN Medical Institute (the direction of "General Medicine", 3rd year).

Theory and practice

RUDN students also learned about the differences in the Russian and Chinese medical education systems. And they saw how appointments are conducted in local clinics.

"To make an appointment, patients use special terminals where they insert ID cards for automatic registration. This significantly speeds up the process and minimizes queues. The reception structure itself is similar to Russian polyclinics. But as for education, in Russia, medical students have more clinical practice from their first years, while in China the emphasis is on theoretical training and they do not have such a large amount of practice in their junior years," says Sofia Soldatova, a student at the RUDN Medical Institute (major in General Medicine, 4th year).

According to students, in China it is mandatory to complete your studies to a PhD degree, which is not required in Russia.

Cultural program

Of course, the kids didn't spend all their days studying exclusively. During the summer school, they attended master classes on making dumplings, making kites, and Chinese calligraphy, attended a lesson on the martial art of tai chi, and explored local attractions.

“To understand the culture of China, we visited the magnificent Confucius Museum. The exhibition immerses you in the life and teachings of the great philosopher, whose ideas on harmony, education and ethics still shape the values of Chinese society and influence the entire world. But what I liked most was climbing Mount Taishan, one of the five sacred mountains of Tao and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This is not just a mountain, it is a symbol of stability and spiritual rise of China. The views from the top and the ancient temples on the slopes left a feeling of touching eternity. China opened up to me from different sides: ancient and modern, spiritual and technological. Plus, I am glad that I managed to practice the Chinese language. Everyday conversations, discussions of new topics and immersion in the culture became a valuable experience,” Anna Davydova, a student of the RUDN Medical Institute (General Medicine major, 3rd year).

The summer school also helped RUDN students make new friends and feel the importance of international connections.

“Beyond the medical training, my trip to China gave me a strong sense of community. I met students from all over the world who shared my passion for medicine. Together, we explored beautiful cities, sampled authentic Chinese cuisine, and learned about traditions that broadened our understanding of cultural diversity in medicine. This experience not only strengthened my desire to pursue a career in medicine, but also deepened my understanding of the importance of global collaboration in healthcare. I left China with new knowledge, lifelong friends, and an even greater motivation to help others,” — Daria Zakharova, RUDN University Medical Institute student (General Medicine major, 2nd year).

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The first winner of the international RUDN Prize for scientific achievements and merits in the field of mathematics in the amount of 5 million rubles was a scientist from St. Petersburg, Sergei Ivanov. The winner of the award is a doctor of physical and mathematical sciences, corresponding member of the Russian Academy of Sciences, professor of the St. Petersburg State University and chief researcher of the St. Petersburg branch of the Steklov Mathematical Institute of the Russian Academy of Sciences.

The RUDN Prize was established in 2025 and will be awarded every three years. A total of eight applications were received for the first competition: four from Russian scientists, one from an international team from Russia and Colombia, and three more from scientists from Italy, China, and Azerbaijan.

"Each application was sent for review to two external experts – specialists in the relevant field who were not part of the selection committee. Leading scientists from Russia, Germany, France, Portugal, the USA, China and the Netherlands were involved. The experts assessed the scientific significance of the results that the candidates had achieved in their work and their compliance with the world level. They assessed each work on a 10-point scale," – Alexander Skubachevsky, Doctor of Physical and Mathematical Sciences, Director of the S.M. Nikolsky Mathematical Institute of RUDN.

After the experts' assessment, it was time for the competition committee to work. It consisted of 14 people, including 5 foreign scientists. Secret voting for candidates took place in two rounds: in the first round, several people could be chosen, in the second, voting was allowed for only one candidate for the prize.

"The jury had a difficult task – to objectively compare works from different scientific fields, each of which was of great value. After a detailed discussion, the commission came to a unanimous decision, focusing on key criteria: scientific novelty, the influence of the author's works on the further development of this area of mathematics and their compliance with the world level. The winning project stood out for its particular depth and scientific significance, becoming the undisputed leader," – Alexander Skubachevsky.

The winner of the RUDN Prize Sergey Vladimirovich Ivanov is one of the leading geometers of our time. He has solved a number of long-standing open problems formulated by outstanding mathematicians. In particular, we are talking about the Hopf conjecture on tori without conjugate points, the Busemann problem for two-dimensional polyhedral surfaces with given directions of faces, and the Banach problem on isometric subspaces of dimension 4. Solutions to some of these problems formed the basis of new significant theories. The professor's scientific interests cover not only geometry, but also the theory of dynamical systems, where he has achieved results of the highest level. Sergey Ivanov solved one of the main problems of KAM theory (on the dynamics outside KAM tori), and he was also the first to obtain an exponential lower bound on the number of collisions in systems of hard balls. He was awarded the prize for outstanding works in metric geometry, which laid the foundations for new areas of science.

The professor's scientific interests cover not only geometry, but also the theory of dynamic systems, where he has achieved results of the highest level. Sergei Ivanov solved one of the main problems of KAM theory (on the dynamics outside KAM tori), and he was also the first to obtain an exponential lower limit on the number of collisions in systems of hard balls. He was awarded the prize for outstanding works in metric geometry, which laid the foundations for new areas of science.

The winning works that were submitted to the competition:

S. Ivanov, D. Mamaev, A. Nordskova, Banach's isometric subspace problem in dimension four, Inventiones mathematicae, 2023, No. 233, pp. 1393-1425 (ARWU, Scopus TOP-5% taken into account). D. Burago, S. Ivanov, Boundary rigidity and filling volume minimality of metrics close to a flat one, Annals of Mathematics, 2010, No. 171, p. 1183–1211 (ARWU, Scopus TOP-1% taken into account). D. Burago, S. Ivanov, Examples of exponentially many collisions in a hard ball system, Ergodic Theory and Dynamical Systems, 2021, No. 41, p. 2754–2769 (Scopus Q1). Ch. Fefferman, S. Ivanov, Ya. Kurylev, M. Lassas, H. Narayanan, Reconstruction and Interpolation of Manifolds. I: The Geometric Whitney Problem, Foundations of Computational Mathematics, 2020, No. 20, p. 1035–1133 (Scopus TOP-5%). D. Burago, S. Ivanov, Riemannian tori without conjugate points are flat, Geometric and Functional Analysis, Vol. 4, No.3 (1994) (Scopus TOP-5%).

The official award ceremony will take place at RUDN on August 18 during the International Conference on Differential and Functional-Differential Equations DFDE.

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The two Anastasias, graduates of RUDN, are united not only by their name, but also by their passion for history and archeology, which turned into a profession. But if Anastasia Aksenova studied the image of Egypt as perceived by Russian and French travelers of the late 18th – early 19th centuries, then Anastasia Maksimova immersed herself in the history of Muscovite Rus'.

In honor of Archaeologist Day, our graduates talked about studying archives and excavations, about what skills are important for specialists in this field, and how modern technologies make scientists' work easier.

Evenings in libraries

Anastasia Maksimova loved history since childhood. With her parents, she went to the local history museum in the city of Glazov, where she was born. And she listened with interest about the tribes that once inhabited her small homeland. Later at school, the girl's passion for history was reinforced by her school teacher Olga Nikolaevna Tomilina. According to Anastasia, the teacher approached her work with great enthusiasm. When the time came to choose where to go to study after the 11th grade, the girl's choice fell on RUDN.

"RUDN was one of the first universities on my list where I wanted to study. I noticed the strong teaching staff in the departments of Russian history and world history. I was also attracted by the opportunity to additionally obtain a diploma in translation. The fundamental knowledge obtained at the university helps me to look critically at sources and analyze information. In addition, studying English and Arabic gave me an advantage, since I can refer to foreign sources and literature," – Anastasia Maksimova, a graduate of RUDN, junior research fellow in the Department of Archaeology of Moscow Rus', Institute of Archaeology of the Russian Academy of Sciences.

According to Anastasia, her university days were memorable for the evenings spent in the historical library and the numerous trips to ancient Russian cities: Novgorod, Suzdal, Rostov the Great.

"At first, archaeology was a hobby. But then some friends invited me to work on an excavation site. First with a shovel, then I learned to draw. And gradually archaeology got me hooked. And I didn't want to leave. So the hobby turned into a profession," – Anastasia Maksimova.

Since 2008, the girl has been going to excavations at various sites. These were Mesolithic caves and Slavic burial mounds. Since 2012, she has been participating in the New Jerusalem expedition of the Moscow Rus' Archaeology Department of the Institute of Archaeology of the Russian Academy of Sciences. And two years later, she became its permanent employee.

"Why did I choose this department? The archaeology of the Muscovite Rus period is very diverse and vibrant, and unlike many other eras, we have the opportunity to compare our research data with written sources," Anastasia Maksimova.

Romance and reports

According to Anastasia, the most difficult thing about archaeologists' work on excavations is the struggle with bad weather: rain, snow, frost. However, the process itself is very exciting, because layer by layer you dive deep into the centuries, and you don't always know what awaits you – a building, a pit or even a burial.

"Almost every excavation yields interesting results: unusual things are encountered, buildings are found that are not on historical plans. The most important results were obtained during the work in the Novodevichy Convent under the supervision of Doctor of Historical Sciences L.A. Belyaev. An early Godunov fence was discovered here – towers, walls, a moat; within its boundaries stood wooden buildings with rich interior decoration," – Anastasia Maksimova.

However, our graduate warns: the profession of an archaeologist is often romanticized because of the atmosphere of excavations with fires and tents in the field. In fact, a significant part of the work of the girl and her colleagues is done at the computer – in compiling reports, analyzing the data obtained, preparing articles and reports. By the way, the girl continues her studies. In 2020, she entered the Higher School of Economics in the master's program, and in 2021-2022 she participated in the mobility program at the University of Copenhagen. Now Anastasia is finishing her postgraduate studies.

"The experience of studying abroad allowed me to get acquainted with the approach of European universities to teaching archaeology. I also managed to visit many archaeological museums, get acquainted with their collections, and the organization of exhibitions," Anastasia Maksimova.

Secrets of the Monasteries and AI Help

In her scientific work, our graduate focused on studying monastic life in Rus'.

"I am studying the remains of wooden buildings from the late 14th to early 18th centuries, which we were able to identify during our work in Moscow monasteries. Surprisingly, we know very little about what the buildings looked like during this period. There is also little information about the layout of the monasteries themselves in the early period. The ensembles that we see now were formed in the late 17th to 18th centuries," Anastasia Maksimova.

According to the girl, modern technologies make scientists' work much easier. Quadcopter photography is actively used during excavations, and archaeologists also use 3D modeling and even artificial intelligence. The SIMILIS project, developed by the Art and Artificial Intelligence laboratory of the European University in St. Petersburg and the Institute of the History of Material Culture of the Russian Academy of Sciences, was recently presented. It allows analyzing found artifacts by comparing them with finds from expeditions of different years. When asked about the competencies and knowledge that representatives of her profession should have today, the RUDN University graduate answered as follows.

"First of all, patience and attentiveness, endurance, analytical thinking, the ability to communicate with people are required – all this is very important for an archaeologist. In addition, an archaeologist must have extensive knowledge not only in the area of his interests, but also in related periods and cultures. Knowledge of anthropology, numismatics, soil science, and modern technologies are not superfluous," – Anastasia Maksimova.

Ancient civilizations

Another RUDN University graduate, Anastasia Aksenova, also fell in love with history since childhood, in elementary school. She was especially attracted by the mysteries of Egypt and the ancient world.

"I studied at the Aerospace Lyceum No. 13 in Khimki, where, of course, there was no emphasis on the humanities. That makes my meeting with Vladimir Alekseevich Kondryakov, my history teacher, a former military man who dedicated 25 years to the army, all the more valuable to me. He not only supported my interest in ancient civilizations, but also shared books from his personal library. Thanks to him, I became the first student in the last 10 years (at the time of my studies) to choose an oral exam in history as a graduation exam in 2008. And, of course, I am grateful to my mother, who supported all my hobbies from childhood and believed in me," – Anastasia Aksenova, RUDN University graduate, Russian history teacher at the University of Lyon 3.

After school, the girl decided to enroll in RUDN University to get a truly broad and fundamental education.

"The university fully met my expectations: the History major here allows you not only to master a wide range of disciplines, but also to determine a narrow scientific specialization quite early thanks to a large number of experienced and highly professional teachers. This choice turned out to be absolutely correct – I did not regret a single year spent within the walls of the university, and I have the warmest memories of it. I would like to express special gratitude to Elena Valentinovna Linkova – my "scientific mother", who accompanied me throughout the work on my master's and then candidate's dissertation. It was within the walls of RUDN that I acquired the ability to work systematically and methodically, mastered scientific methods, mastered the skills of analysis, structuring and editing text – those fundamental skills on which my scientific activity is still built," – Anastasia Aksenova.

The turning point

According to the RUDN University graduate, she especially remembers working at the Russian State Library during her studies, because at those moments she keenly felt why she chose the specialty of a historian – because of the opportunity to truly touch history. The turning point in Anastasia's life was the foreign double master's program with the University of Grenoble 2.

"The program gave me the opportunity to listen to lectures in French, compare different approaches to teaching and get acquainted with other academic traditions. The topic of my dissertation, which is devoted to the image of Egypt in the perception of Russian and French travelers in the late 18th – early 19th centuries, was also formed largely thanks to the dual master's program. Before that, my research was focused exclusively on the history of the Ancient World, in particular, on the Amarna period (the reign of the ancient Egyptian pharaoh Akhenaten and a number of his followers in the 14th – 13th centuries BC, the late Bronze Age). However, in the master's program, I felt that this topic had exhausted itself for me, and together with Elena Valentinovna Linkova we decided to take a bold step – to move to the 19th century and try ourselves in historiographic research. This choice turned out to be decisive: the story about the image of Egypt in the perception of Russian and French travelers opened up a whole range of areas for study for me – from the perception of antiquity in the 19th century and the history of museums to the formation of collections and the history of archeology. Today, interdisciplinarity is more the norm than the exception in historical science, and it is important to learn flexibility: to combine different eras, directions and even disciplines in your research," – Anastasia Aksenova.

Have fun

Anastasia noted that the era under study was special: Europe was gradually building its modern value system, and relations between the East and the West were beginning to acquire features of a deeper, including cultural and religious, confrontation. It was important to trace where this perception began, how it was reflected in the texts of travelers, and what was common and different in it for the two countries.

"I paid special attention to how this image influenced the emergence and development of Egyptology in Russia: what subjects became the subject of scientific interest, how collections were formed, and how travels and descriptions of Egypt contributed to the emergence of the first research traditions. Such a comparison helps to understand not only the cultural perception of Egypt, but also its role in the development of scientific disciplines in the 19th century," Anastasia Aksenova.

The girl studied many published and unpublished sources: letters, travel notes of 19th century travelers, old editions of books. Sometimes she recognized funny expressions from the past that have survived into modern times, albeit in a slightly modified form.

“I came across one funny episode in the works of Evgeny Kartavtsev, a Russian traveler of that era. He describes how he and his companion were invited to dinner with the local consul in Egypt, and after the meal they were invited to “do keif.” I found the expression curious. The word “keif” came into the Russian language through Turkish (keyif), which in colloquial speech began to mean “enjoyment, pleasant pastime.” In the 19th century, it had a very specific “oriental” connotation: to sit after a meal with a cup of coffee, smoke a hookah, and have a leisurely conversation. For Kartavtsev, this is exactly what “do keif” meant — to relax and enjoy the moment. Today, we would simply say “to have a blast,” — Anastasia Aksenova.

Archaeologist's suitcase

Anastasia now lives in France and works as a teacher at the University of Lyon 3.

"I decided to live in Europe to work with archives and use academic resources, and also, perhaps, to take part in international advanced training courses, for example, in Italy. At the same time, I continue to follow the development of Russian universities and see that they are in no way inferior to European ones. And although I myself do not do field excavations, I had the opportunity to closely collaborate with archaeologists in France, at the Maison de l'Orient et de la Méditerranée (MOM, Lyon) and in the HISOMA laboratory. Together with fellow postgraduates – both historians and archaeologists – we created the so-called Labo Junior ArchéOrigines, an internal project within the framework of which for two years we ran our own scientific laboratory: we organized seminars, publications, conferences, exchanged experiences and developed a common research topic, the history of archaeology," – Anastasia Aksenova.

As Anastasia notes, one of the areas of work of the laboratory has become the popularization of archaeology among the general public in order to combat stereotypes about the profession. Together with her colleague Linka Kuchinsky, our graduate developed a scientific and educational game "Archaeologist's Suitcase", in which each participant could try himself in the role of a researcher: work with an "archaeological object", analyze it, study and discuss the results with specialists. Today, this game has become part of the educational program at the Museum of Moulages in Lyon (Musée des Moulages).

"As for my future professional goals, this year my research interest has shifted slightly from archaeology to the study of several 19th-century Russian figures who had a significant impact on the development of classical studies and Egyptology in Italy and France. This project will allow me to combine historical and historiographical approaches and expand the scope of my research," says Anastasia Aksenova.

About the History program at RUDN

Over the entire period of the Peoples' Friendship University of Russia's work, 2,996 graduates have received an education in the specialty "History" at the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences. Currently, 294 people from 28 countries, including Russia, China, Turkey, Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan, Cambodia, Mexico, Thailand, Montenegro, Argentina and others, are studying in this area at all levels of training (bachelor's, master's, postgraduate and preparatory faculty). On Archaeologist's Day, both Anastasias wish RUDN history students many exciting expeditions, interesting excavations and unusual finds. And also perseverance and faith in their path. After all, a scientific career requires patience and persistence, but it opens up the whole world to students – and this is worth taking advantage of.

Please note: This information is raw content obtained directly from the source of the information. It is an accurate report of what the source claims and does not necessarily reflect the position of MIL-OSI or its clients.

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The two Anastasias, graduates of RUDN, are united not only by their name, but also by their passion for history and archeology, which turned into a profession. But if Anastasia Aksenova studied the image of Egypt as perceived by Russian and French travelers of the late 18th – early 19th centuries, then Anastasia Maksimova immersed herself in the history of Muscovite Rus'.

In honor of Archaeologist Day, our graduates talked about studying archives and excavations, about what skills are important for specialists in this field, and how modern technologies make scientists' work easier.

Evenings in libraries

Anastasia Maksimova loved history since childhood. With her parents, she went to the local history museum in the city of Glazov, where she was born. And she listened with interest about the tribes that once inhabited her small homeland. Later at school, the girl's passion for history was reinforced by her school teacher Olga Nikolaevna Tomilina. According to Anastasia, the teacher approached her work with great enthusiasm. When the time came to choose where to go to study after the 11th grade, the girl's choice fell on RUDN.

"RUDN was one of the first universities on my list where I wanted to study. I noticed the strong teaching staff in the departments of Russian history and world history. I was also attracted by the opportunity to additionally obtain a diploma in translation. The fundamental knowledge obtained at the university helps me to look critically at sources and analyze information. In addition, studying English and Arabic gave me an advantage, since I can refer to foreign sources and literature," – Anastasia Maksimova, a graduate of RUDN, junior research fellow in the Department of Archaeology of Moscow Rus', Institute of Archaeology of the Russian Academy of Sciences.

According to Anastasia, her university days were memorable for the evenings spent in the historical library and the numerous trips to ancient Russian cities: Novgorod, Suzdal, Rostov the Great.

"At first, archaeology was a hobby. But then some friends invited me to work on an excavation site. First with a shovel, then I learned to draw. And gradually archaeology got me hooked. And I didn't want to leave. So the hobby turned into a profession," – Anastasia Maksimova.

Since 2008, the girl has been going to excavations at various sites. These were Mesolithic caves and Slavic burial mounds. Since 2012, she has been participating in the New Jerusalem expedition of the Moscow Rus' Archaeology Department of the Institute of Archaeology of the Russian Academy of Sciences. And two years later, she became its permanent employee.

"Why did I choose this department? The archaeology of the Muscovite Rus period is very diverse and vibrant, and unlike many other eras, we have the opportunity to compare our research data with written sources," Anastasia Maksimova.

Romance and reports

According to Anastasia, the most difficult thing about archaeologists' work on excavations is the struggle with bad weather: rain, snow, frost. However, the process itself is very exciting, because layer by layer you dive deep into the centuries, and you don't always know what awaits you – a building, a pit or even a burial.

"Almost every excavation yields interesting results: unusual things are encountered, buildings are found that are not on historical plans. The most important results were obtained during the work in the Novodevichy Convent under the supervision of Doctor of Historical Sciences L.A. Belyaev. An early Godunov fence was discovered here – towers, walls, a moat; within its boundaries stood wooden buildings with rich interior decoration," – Anastasia Maksimova.

However, our graduate warns: the profession of an archaeologist is often romanticized because of the atmosphere of excavations with fires and tents in the field. In fact, a significant part of the work of the girl and her colleagues is done at the computer – in compiling reports, analyzing the data obtained, preparing articles and reports. By the way, the girl continues her studies. In 2020, she entered the Higher School of Economics in the master's program, and in 2021-2022 she participated in the mobility program at the University of Copenhagen. Now Anastasia is finishing her postgraduate studies.

"The experience of studying abroad allowed me to get acquainted with the approach of European universities to teaching archaeology. I also managed to visit many archaeological museums, get acquainted with their collections, and the organization of exhibitions," Anastasia Maksimova.

Secrets of the Monasteries and AI Help

In her scientific work, our graduate focused on studying monastic life in Rus'.

"I am studying the remains of wooden buildings from the late 14th to early 18th centuries, which we were able to identify during our work in Moscow monasteries. Surprisingly, we know very little about what the buildings looked like during this period. There is also little information about the layout of the monasteries themselves in the early period. The ensembles that we see now were formed in the late 17th to 18th centuries," Anastasia Maksimova.

According to the girl, modern technologies make scientists' work much easier. Quadcopter photography is actively used during excavations, and archaeologists also use 3D modeling and even artificial intelligence. The SIMILIS project, developed by the Art and Artificial Intelligence laboratory of the European University in St. Petersburg and the Institute of the History of Material Culture of the Russian Academy of Sciences, was recently presented. It allows analyzing found artifacts by comparing them with finds from expeditions of different years. When asked about the competencies and knowledge that representatives of her profession should have today, the RUDN University graduate answered as follows.

"First of all, patience and attentiveness, endurance, analytical thinking, the ability to communicate with people are required – all this is very important for an archaeologist. In addition, an archaeologist must have extensive knowledge not only in the area of his interests, but also in related periods and cultures. Knowledge of anthropology, numismatics, soil science, and modern technologies are not superfluous," – Anastasia Maksimova.

Ancient civilizations

Another RUDN University graduate, Anastasia Aksenova, also fell in love with history since childhood, in elementary school. She was especially attracted by the mysteries of Egypt and the ancient world.

"I studied at the Aerospace Lyceum No. 13 in Khimki, where, of course, there was no emphasis on the humanities. That makes my meeting with Vladimir Alekseevich Kondryakov, my history teacher, a former military man who dedicated 25 years to the army, all the more valuable to me. He not only supported my interest in ancient civilizations, but also shared books from his personal library. Thanks to him, I became the first student in the last 10 years (at the time of my studies) to choose an oral exam in history as a graduation exam in 2008. And, of course, I am grateful to my mother, who supported all my hobbies from childhood and believed in me," – Anastasia Aksenova, RUDN University graduate, Russian history teacher at the University of Lyon 3.

After school, the girl decided to enroll in RUDN University to get a truly broad and fundamental education.

"The university fully met my expectations: the History major here allows you not only to master a wide range of disciplines, but also to determine a narrow scientific specialization quite early thanks to a large number of experienced and highly professional teachers. This choice turned out to be absolutely correct – I did not regret a single year spent within the walls of the university, and I have the warmest memories of it. I would like to express special gratitude to Elena Valentinovna Linkova – my "scientific mother", who accompanied me throughout the work on my master's and then candidate's dissertation. It was within the walls of RUDN that I acquired the ability to work systematically and methodically, mastered scientific methods, mastered the skills of analysis, structuring and editing text – those fundamental skills on which my scientific activity is still built," – Anastasia Aksenova.

The turning point

According to the RUDN University graduate, she especially remembers working at the Russian State Library during her studies, because at those moments she keenly felt why she chose the specialty of a historian – because of the opportunity to truly touch history. The turning point in Anastasia's life was the foreign double master's program with the University of Grenoble 2.

"The program gave me the opportunity to listen to lectures in French, compare different approaches to teaching and get acquainted with other academic traditions. The topic of my dissertation, which is devoted to the image of Egypt in the perception of Russian and French travelers in the late 18th – early 19th centuries, was also formed largely thanks to the dual master's program. Before that, my research was focused exclusively on the history of the Ancient World, in particular, on the Amarna period (the reign of the ancient Egyptian pharaoh Akhenaten and a number of his followers in the 14th – 13th centuries BC, the late Bronze Age). However, in the master's program, I felt that this topic had exhausted itself for me, and together with Elena Valentinovna Linkova we decided to take a bold step – to move to the 19th century and try ourselves in historiographic research. This choice turned out to be decisive: the story about the image of Egypt in the perception of Russian and French travelers opened up a whole range of areas for study for me – from the perception of antiquity in the 19th century and the history of museums to the formation of collections and the history of archeology. Today, interdisciplinarity is more the norm than the exception in historical science, and it is important to learn flexibility: to combine different eras, directions and even disciplines in your research," – Anastasia Aksenova.

Have fun

Anastasia noted that the era under study was special: Europe was gradually building its modern value system, and relations between the East and the West were beginning to acquire features of a deeper, including cultural and religious, confrontation. It was important to trace where this perception began, how it was reflected in the texts of travelers, and what was common and different in it for the two countries.

"I paid special attention to how this image influenced the emergence and development of Egyptology in Russia: what subjects became the subject of scientific interest, how collections were formed, and how travels and descriptions of Egypt contributed to the emergence of the first research traditions. Such a comparison helps to understand not only the cultural perception of Egypt, but also its role in the development of scientific disciplines in the 19th century," Anastasia Aksenova.

The girl studied many published and unpublished sources: letters, travel notes of 19th century travelers, old editions of books. Sometimes she recognized funny expressions from the past that have survived into modern times, albeit in a slightly modified form.

“I came across one funny episode in the works of Evgeny Kartavtsev, a Russian traveler of that era. He describes how he and his companion were invited to dinner with the local consul in Egypt, and after the meal they were invited to “do keif”. I found the expression curious. The word “keif” came into the Russian language through Turkish (keyif), which in colloquial speech began to mean “pleasure, pleasant pastime”. In the 19th century, it had a very specific “oriental” connotation: to sit after a meal with a cup of coffee, smoke a hookah, and have a leisurely conversation. For Kartavtsev, this is exactly what “do keif” meant – to relax and enjoy the moment. Today, we would simply say “to have a blast”, – Anastasia Aksenova.

Archaeologist's suitcase

Anastasia now lives in France and works as a teacher at the University of Lyon 3.

"I decided to live in Europe to work with archives and use academic resources, and also, perhaps, to take part in international advanced training courses, for example, in Italy. At the same time, I continue to follow the development of Russian universities and see that they are in no way inferior to European ones. And although I myself do not do field excavations, I had the opportunity to closely collaborate with archaeologists in France, at the Maison de l'Orient et de la Méditerranée (MOM, Lyon) and in the HISOMA laboratory. Together with fellow postgraduates – both historians and archaeologists – we created the so-called Labo Junior ArchéOrigines, an internal project within the framework of which for two years we ran our own scientific laboratory: we organized seminars, publications, conferences, exchanged experiences and developed a common research topic, the history of archaeology," – Anastasia Aksenova.

As Anastasia notes, one of the areas of the laboratory's work has become the popularization of archaeology among the general public in order to combat stereotypes about the profession. Together with her colleague Linka Kuchinsky, our graduate developed a scientific and educational game, "Archaeologist's Suitcase," in which each participant could try themselves in the role of a researcher: working with an "archaeological object," analyzing it, studying it, and discussing the results with specialists. Today, this game has become part of the educational program at the Lyon Museum of Moulages (Musée des Moulages).

"As for my future professional goals, this year my research interest has shifted slightly from archaeology to the study of several 19th-century Russian figures who had a significant impact on the development of classical studies and Egyptology in Italy and France. This project will allow me to combine historical and historiographical approaches and expand the scope of my research," says Anastasia Aksenova.

About the History program at RUDN

Over the entire period of the Peoples' Friendship University of Russia's work, 2,996 graduates have received an education in the specialty "History" at the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences. Currently, 294 people from 28 countries, including Russia, China, Turkey, Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan, Cambodia, Mexico, Thailand, Montenegro, Argentina and others, are studying in this area at all levels of training (bachelor's, master's, postgraduate and preparatory faculty). On Archaeologist's Day, both Anastasias wish RUDN history students many exciting expeditions, interesting excavations and unusual finds. And also perseverance and faith in their path. After all, a scientific career requires patience and persistence, but it opens up the whole world to students – and this is worth taking advantage of.

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Director of the Institute of Computer Science and Telecommunications, Head of the Department of Probability Theory and Cybersecurity at RUDN, Professor Konstantin Samuilov turns 70 on August 17.

Konstantin Samoilov, a 1978 graduate of our university (he studied in the field of "Mathematics"), is a leading scientist in the field of applied probability theory, theoretical informatics and computer engineering. In 2005, he defended his doctoral dissertation in technical sciences "Methods of analysis and calculation of signaling networks and multiservice networks with unicast and multicast connections."

Among the innovative research projects implemented by Konstantin Evgenievich are the calculation of networks of common channel signaling No. 7 (OKS7) of the largest digital communication networks in Russia, research and development in the management of telecommunications companies and the efficiency of business processes of their operational activities, as well as the winning MBA program in the competition of the V. Potanin Foundation "Management in the Telecommunications Industry" at the international business school MIRBIS, fundamental and applied projects on the study of the efficiency of wireless heterogeneous networks 4G, 5G and 6G.

He has over 400 scientific papers to his credit, including 8 monographs, 25 textbooks and teaching aids, including those recommended by the FSB Academy for students of higher education institutions studying in the specialty "Information Security of Telecommunication Systems". Konstantin Samoilov also heads the RUDN scientific school "Mathematical Theory of Teletraffic". In recent years, under the guidance of the hero of the day, the school has created a theory of stochastic analysis of 5G networks and solved the problems of assessing scenarios of ultra-dense 5G networks with ultra-low delays.

Awards and titles

Medal "In Memory of the 850th Anniversary of Moscow". Certificate of Honor of the Ministry of Education and Science. Titles of "Honorary Worker of Higher Professional Education of the Russian Federation" and "Honored Professor of RUDN". Commemorative medal of RUDN and badge "Veteran of RUDN". Certificates of Honor and gratitude from the Academic Council and the Rector of the University. RUDN Prize in Science and Innovation.

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On September 1, 290 Olympiad winners will join the ranks of first-year students at RUDN University, of which 270 applicants were enrolled without entrance examinations, 15 people were enrolled based on exam results, and another 5 are winners and prize winners of the All-Russian School of Olympiads, who were accepted to RUDN through the Admissions Committee for Foreign Citizens. In 2024, 257 Olympiad winners entered our university.

Where do the Olympians go?

The largest number of prize winners and Olympiad winners in 2025 were chosen from the following areas:

"Advertising and Public Relations" (Institute of World Economy and Business) – 17 people "Development and Training of Artificial Intelligence Systems" (Faculty of Artificial Intelligence) – 16 people "International Relations" (Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences) – 15 people "Jurisprudence" (Law Institute) and "Economics and Management" (Faculty of Economics) – 14 people "Political Science and Foreign Regional Studies" (Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences) and "Advertising and Public Relations" (Faculty of Philology) – 13 people.

Privileges and bonuses

Admission to RUDN based on the results of the Olympiads is not only an opportunity to get a state-funded place, but also to receive various incentives:

an additional stipend of up to 25,000 rubles per month; free training in the "Translator" program; a place in a dormitory; branded products from RUDN.

RUDN University is a platform for the Olympic movement

For several years now, our university has been one of the key venues for the final stages of the All-Russian School Olympiad (VSOSh). In 2025, the university hosted the finalists of the Spanish, English, and Law Olympiads, and awarded the winners and prize winners. This was not only a form of support for intellectually gifted schoolchildren, but also an opportunity for participants to get to know the campus and the atmosphere of the university.

RUDN University's own Olympiad

Since 2023, the university has been holding its own multidisciplinary Olympiad for schoolchildren. In the 2024/25 academic year, the Olympiad covered more than 20 profiles, including humanities, natural sciences and engineering disciplines. Participation in the Olympiad gives schoolchildren not only the opportunity to test their knowledge, but also to gain real advantages when applying for a university degree.

Winners and prize winners of the RUDN Olympiad receive additional points for individual achievements when applying for any bachelor's and specialist's degree programs. According to the results of 2025, 128 participants became prize winners, and 52 schoolchildren became winners.

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How to turn a trout farm into a gastronomic theater? Why should a hotel guest earn "wings"? And what is an AI assistant for in a hotel? The answers to these questions are in the projects of RUDN students, which they developed during the summer school "Together V Sochi".

Since July 14, online, and since July 21 — on the territory of Krasnaya Polyana — participants of the laboratory of tourism of the future have been gushing with ideas. The summer school was organized by RUDN and Sochi State University with expert support from Mantera Group (a leading operator of premium hospitality). In total, 40 talented students from Russia, Armenia, Bulgaria, Vietnam, Zambia, Nepal, Syria, Suriname and Turkmenistan gathered here.

Mantera Group provided students with relevant cases on modernization of their resorts. Students, united in several teams, worked on three areas:

hotel business and eco-design (implementation of AI and “green” solutions in hotels); organic cuisine and restaurant business (creation of concepts at the intersection of tradition and innovation); tourism of the future (design of unique “ecosystems of experiences”).

Trout Ice Cream

One of the projects that impressed the experts was an immersive gastro show for the restaurant Trout Gallery by Mantera, whose dishes will be made from products of a local trout farm. The team of guys came up with a new format for the establishment, having conducted a study of the territory where the restaurant is planned to be opened, and its closest competitors.

"We came up with the idea of making a crystal cube inside the premises, which would represent the transparency and uniqueness of nature, as well as the naturalness and freshness of the establishment's products. Inside this object, we proposed placing a black cube, which would become a space for an immersive show based on artificial intelligence. The first show we developed is called "The Birth of Trout" and will tell the story from the egg to the big fish. Our project combines creativity, environmental friendliness and an educational component, which makes it unique and attractive to visitors," – Nikola Balev, Bachelor of the Higher School of Management of RUDN (Tourism, 4th year).

According to the team's idea, the establishment's guests will be able to see the history of each ingredient in the dishes, the process of their preparation, and the cultural traditions associated with it using AR technologies. The team included bright and interesting items in the menu. For example, trout ice cream with freeze-dried strawberries. It has a delicate texture and a light salty taste that goes well with the sweetness of the berries.

"Our show's menu also includes a smoked trout dish with sour cream and herb sauce. Smoking fish is an ancient tradition used in many cultures to preserve the product and give it a unique taste. We will tell the show's viewers how trout smoking has been practiced for centuries and how this process can vary depending on the region and the ingredients used. Each dish will be accompanied by interesting stories about its ingredients. For example, we will tell you how our herbs are hand-picked in the surrounding mountains and how they affect the taste of the fish. Viewers will also be able to learn about the importance of using environmentally friendly products and how this affects health and the quality of food," Kirill Kovalev, Bachelor of the Higher School of Management at RUDN University (Hotel Business, 1st year).

"Golden Ring" Mantera

The next team of students developed a gamified loyalty system for guests of Mantera Group resorts. Based on the preferences and previous experiences of users, the Mantera Wings app can build personalized itineraries for trips and holidays.

"In our project to develop an innovative loyalty system, we sought to unite all Mantera Group facilities that are scattered across different regions (Sochi and Krasnaya Polyana, Arkhyz, Crimea). The goal was to create a kind of "golden ring" for Mantera Group, so that tourists could regularly visit different company facilities, each time choosing a new place. We also included a function for collecting and exchanging points in the application, it was developed taking into account the diversity of facilities. At each of them, points are formed according to a different system, which makes the process more interesting and individual for users. For visiting certain locations, excursions, participating in activities, you can earn "wings" to then exchange them for privileges and bonuses. We are confident that the proposed loyalty system will help increase the flow of visitors and create strong ties between Mantera Group facilities," – Daniil Silin, a master's student at the Higher School of Management of RUDN University (Tourism, 1st year).

According to the student, the company representatives highly appreciated the concept developed by his team, and there is a chance that it will become the basis for the future loyalty system of Mantera Group.

AI assistant at your service

The third team of students presented Mantera Group with a smart hotel tablet with an AI assistant that analyzes the behavior and emotions of guests in real time to provide personalized recommendations and additional services. The service takes into account the booking history and previous requests of visitors.

"For example, if a guest prefers active recreation, the assistant can offer options for excursion programs, sports events. If he is interested in gastronomy, the AI assistant will recommend restaurants based on his taste preferences and even help him make a preliminary order. In addition, the assistant can provide information about cultural events in the hotel city, weather, local attractions, offer special promotions or hotel events. Such a personalized approach makes guests' stay more comfortable and memorable, which, in turn, helps to increase the level of satisfaction and loyalty from customers. During testing the service, we received valuable recommendations and ideas for further improving the functionality of the AI assistant, which will make it even more useful for guests and hotel employees," – Arevik Sargsyan, Bachelor of the Higher School of Management at RUDN University (Tourism, 3rd year).

More than just studying

In addition to project work, the summer school in Sochi was memorable for the students for its deep immersion in the tourism industry. Thus, the guys visited one of the Mantera Group hotels, where the operations director told them about the pre-opening system, that is, about the process of opening a new hotel. In addition, the students attended master classes by leading industry experts, such as Dmitry Batalov (Director of the Mantera Academy), Lev Shagarov (Director of Environmental Protection and Sustainable Development of the Krasnaya Polyana Resort) and Tovmas Darbinyan (Manager of the Rixos Krasnaya Polyana Hotel). The professionals told the students about modern approaches to creating integrated resorts, implementing premium service standards, developing resort infrastructure and organizing themed entertainment spaces.

"At informal meetings with school participants, we discussed current trends in our industry: sustainable tourism, the use of technology to improve customer experience, the importance of a personalized approach to each guest. These discussions helped us better understand how to adapt to changes in the industry and offer new ideas for our projects. Overall, the summer school was rich and diverse, leaving behind a lot of positive emotions and useful knowledge," — Sofya Kargapolova, Bachelor of the Higher School of Management at RUDN University (Tourism major, 4th year).

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