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Congratulations to Elizaveta Rostislavovna Magdina, assistant professor at the Department of Forensic Science at St. Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering, on successfully defending her dissertation for the degree of Candidate of Technical Sciences.

Scientific supervisor: Viktor Nikolaevich Dobromirov, Doctor of Technical Sciences, Professor, Professor of the Department of Ground Transport and Technological Machines at St. Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering.

The topic of the dissertation is “Method for assessing the fordability of wheeled transport and technological vehicles”, scientific specialty 2.5.11. Ground transport and technological vehicles and complexes.

The defense took place on December 18, 2025, in the dissertation council 24.2.380.05, created on the basis of our university.

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On December 18, participants of the student social and legal project "InfoShield" held a meeting titled "How to Protect Yourself Online" at the "Growth Point" space of St. Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering (SPbGASU). The meeting focused on cyberbullying, a serious problem in the modern digital environment.

The meeting was opened by Daria Meleshina, the head of the InfoShield project and a student majoring in Law, who described the project's goals and the format of the event. Oksana Karnaukhova, Deputy Dean for Educational Work at the Faculty of Forensic Expertise and Law in Construction and Transport, Associate Professor, and PhD in Law, then delivered a lecture titled "Cyberbullying: Nature, Consequences, and Responsibility."

The speaker explained in detail what cyberbullying is, its various forms, and why online bullying is particularly dangerous. She noted that, unlike offline conflicts, cyberbullying is systemic, can occur around the clock, and the dissemination of offensive material online occurs instantly and often anonymously.

The expert focused on the legal aspects of the issue, explaining to students administrative and criminal liability for insults, slander, threats, violation of privacy, and the illegal use of a citizen's image. Oksana Karnaukhova emphasized that even "jokes," reposts, and likes can have legal consequences, and the victim's perception of the situation plays a key role in determining the classification of the offense.

The practical part of the event included a mock trial. Participants received a case description and were assigned the roles of prosecutor, defense attorney, expert, and defendant. In this mock trial format, the students analyzed evidence, constructed arguments, and gained firsthand insight into how the judicial system operates and the complexities of protecting digital rights.

In addition, all attendees were able to take an interactive digital literacy test using a Telegram bot, which allowed them to reinforce their acquired knowledge.

The SPbGASU student project "InfoShield" is being implemented with the support of the Rosmolodezh Grants program. Its goal is to improve students' digital and legal literacy and foster responsible and informed behavior in the digital environment.

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A team of students from the Department of Geodesy, Land Management, and Cadastre at the St. Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering took third place in the All-Russian Olympiad in Fundamental Geological Sciences in the "Land Management and Cadastre" category, which was held at Tomsk Polytechnic University.

The SPbGASU team included third-year students from the Faculty of Environmental Engineering and Urban Management Alina Illarionova, Elizaveta Kondratieva, and Vladislav Podberezky.

The team's coach was Nikita Volkov, PhD, Associate Professor of the Department of Geodesy, Land Management, and Cadastre.

The Olympiad program traditionally included theoretical and practical rounds. On the first day, students demonstrated their knowledge of land management and cadastres, as well as related disciplines such as cadastral valuation, geodesy, cartography, photogrammetry, and geographic information systems. On the second day, participants completed practical tasks: working with symbols and XML code, determining urban setbacks, calculating the market value of real estate and the sizes of zones with special land use conditions.

We congratulate the SPbGASU team and their mentor on their successful performance and wish them continued professional and academic achievements!

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Vice-Rector for Educational Activities of SPbGASU Sergey Mikhailov and Chairman of KGIOP Alexey Mikhailov

In anticipation of the New Year holidays, the heads of the Committee for State Control, Use, and Protection of Historical and Cultural Monuments of St. Petersburg (KGIOP) – Chairman Alexey Mikhailov and First Deputy Ekaterina Kozyreva – donated valuable publications prepared with the participation of KGIOP staff to the scientific and technical library of the St. Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering (SPbGASU).

The monograph by Alexey Mikhailov and Ekaterina Kozyreva, "Preservation of the Historical Environment of St. Petersburg: The History of the Development of Protective Zoning for Cultural Heritage Sites (Historical and Cultural Monuments) in Leningrad-St. Petersburg," explores a topic that has been actively discussed for several years by those interested in cultural heritage preservation. It addresses how to preserve the historical fabric of St. Petersburg as a metropolis, ensuring that it retains its unique character while simultaneously becoming a comfortable place for residents to live.

Using materials from the archives of KGIOP, the Committee for Urban Development and Architecture of St. Petersburg, and the Central Historical Archive of St. Petersburg, the authors conduct a detailed analysis of nearly one hundred documents related to this topic, ranging from laws and government regulations to departmental instructions and building codes. These documents are being collected for the first time in the context of preserving ordinary urban development, and many of them are known only to specialists.

The publication "Restoration of Palace and Park Ensembles in the Suburbs of St. Petersburg. 1941–1957. A Collection of Documents from the Archives of the Committee for State Control, Use, and Protection of Historical and Cultural Monuments of St. Petersburg" is dedicated to the eightieth anniversary of the complete liberation of Leningrad from the Nazi siege and the beginning of the restoration of the palace and park ensembles in its suburbs.

Most of the documents and visual materials from the KGIOP archival collection are published for the first time. This publication presents documents from 1941 to 1957 on the restoration of suburban palace and park ensembles destroyed during the Great Patriotic War, created through the efforts of the State Inspectorate for the Protection of Monuments of Leningrad and its director, Nikolai Nikolaevich Belekhov. The published materials provide a comprehensive picture of the enormous work accomplished under the most difficult post-war conditions by Leningrad architects, art historians, museum workers, and master restorers, a work unparalleled in restoration practice worldwide.

In addition to text documents, the publication includes graphic materials and photographs from the KGIOP archival collection: these include measurements of monuments, restoration projects, an inventory of park greenery, photographic documentation of the damage caused to the palace and park ensembles and the restoration process, as well as drawings, engravings, and lithographs of views of the destroyed suburbs, created by architects and artists in 1944–1947.

The Scientific and Technical Library of SPbGASU invites everyone to the reading room (room 217) for a detailed examination of the publications.

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Andrey Surovenkov

From November 24–28, the 16th National Russian Prize for Landscape Architecture and Landscape Gardening festival was held at the Central House of Architects in Moscow. Acting Dean of the Faculty of Architecture and Head of the Department of Architectural Design at St. Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering, Andrey Surovenkov, PhD, joined the jury for the prestigious competition.

According to him, Russian landscape architecture is confidently reaching a new professional level: the quality of projects is improving, sustainable leadership teams are emerging, and public attention to creating comfortable urban environments is growing. At the same time, Andrei Viktorovich noted, the St. Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering continues to strengthen its status as a leading center for training in architectural disciplines, including landscape architecture.

"Serving on the jury isn't a formality, but a rich professional dialogue with leaders of the architectural and landscape communities, an opportunity to evaluate the country's best projects, discuss contemporary trends, and bring an academic perspective to practice," says Andrey Surovenkov. "Serving on the jury emphasizes the university's responsibility for the quality of specialist training and strengthens ties with professional organizations."

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On December 12, a ceremony presenting state awards of the Russian Federation and the Governor of St. Petersburg took place in the Assembly Hall of Smolny.

Among those awarded by Governor Alexander Beglov are employees of our university.

Professor of the Department of Geotechnics, Doctor of Engineering Rashid Abdullovich Mangushev, was awarded the honorary title of "Honored Scientist of the Russian Federation" by decree of the President of Russia.

By decree of the Governor of St. Petersburg, Irina Yuryevna Lapina, Head of the Department of History and Philosophy, was awarded the honorary title of "Honored Worker of Higher Education in St. Petersburg."

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In order to implement the Intersectoral Program for the Development of Student Sports through 2030, approved by the Russian Government Decree of April 10, 2025, the National Center "RosstudySport" together with the Ministry of Science and Higher Education is conducting a study on the organization of physical education and sports work with international students at Russian universities.

Based on the results of the study, recommendations will be formulated for improving such work.

We invite international students to participate in a survey about their satisfaction with the organization of physical education and sports for international students at your universities. The survey is intended for those studying full-time undergraduate, specialist, and master's degree programs, excluding those participating in academic mobility programs.

You can take the survey until December 26.

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The 15th International Forum "The Arctic: Present and Future" named after A. N. Chilingarov was held in St. Petersburg on December 9–10. SPbGASU was represented by Olga Pastukh, Deputy Dean for Research of the Faculty of Civil Engineering, Associate Professor of the Department of Architectural and Civil Engineering, PhD in Architecture; Sergey Lanko, Associate Professor of the Department of Geotechnics, PhD in Engineering; and Tatyana Zherebko, Assistant Professor of the Department of Technosphere Safety, along with a group of students from the Faculty of Civil Engineering.

This year, the forum brought together thousands of participants to develop solutions in key areas: from resource development technologies and logistics to ecology, youth, human resources, and social policy.

At the forum, SPbGASU students attended thematic master classes, learned about modern approaches to solving engineering and environmental problems in the Arctic, and visited a large-scale exhibition showcasing the latest technologies, equipment, and projects for working in high latitudes.

"Participation in the forum allowed our students to broaden their professional horizons, gain a closer understanding of new technologies in geotechnics, technosphere safety, and innovations in structural and thermal insulation materials. They also expanded their understanding of space-planning and design solutions for construction in the Far North and Arctic zones of the Russian Federation, and established contacts with representatives of industry companies, scientific, and educational organizations. For faculty, the trip was an excellent opportunity to exchange experiences with colleagues, discuss current trends, and identify new directions for scientific and practical research," noted Tatyana Zherebko.

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Natalia Zaitseva, Kirill Tishunin, Veronika Nikiticheva, Nikolai Podoprigora and Danila Luttsev at the forum

On November 12–13, the 4th All-Russian Forum on Technological Entrepreneurship was held in Moscow. SPbGASU was an active participant in the forum for the third year in a row. Our university was represented by Veronika Nikiticheva, Deputy Director of the Student Entrepreneurship and Career Center; Natalia Zaytseva, Deputy Director of the Project-Based Learning Educational Center; Nikolai Podprigora, PhD, Associate Professor of the Department of Ground Transport and Technological Machines; and students Kirill Tishunin and Danila Luttsev, participants in the "Startup as a Diploma" program (both fourth-year students in the Faculty of Environmental Engineering and Urban Management).

For two days, the forum was abuzz with startup activity: engaging presentations, discussions on future technologies, and meetings with entrepreneurs and creators of successful innovative projects. SPbGASU representatives participated in practical sessions, interacted with experts and business representatives, and discussed the development of their own startup projects.

This year, the forum featured a large number of specialized startups in construction and related industries, making participation particularly meaningful for our university's students and staff.

Discussions on the development of the entrepreneurial ecosystem at universities, the role of technology in creating new products, and the paths for young teams to enter the market were particularly interesting. For the students, the trip was an excellent opportunity to learn about real-life cases and experience the atmosphere of a professional innovation community.

"The forum was not only a valuable professional experience but also a powerful source of motivation—many of the ideas and solutions discussed in Moscow will undoubtedly find their way into SPbGASU projects and initiatives," noted Veronika Nikiticheva.

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Students from SPbGASU were among those awarded scholarships from the President of the Russian Federation and the Government of the Russian Federation for the 2025/2026 academic year.

Ivan Beshentsev, a fourth-year student at the Faculty of Automobile and Road Engineering, became a recipient of the Presidential Scholarship.

Russian Government scholarships were awarded to fourth-year students of the Faculty of Forensic Expertise and Law in Construction and Transport Anna Andreeva and Denis Astapov, fifth-year student of the Faculty of Automobile and Road Construction Evgeny Anufriev, and students of the Faculty of Civil Engineering Ekaterina Buryak (fourth year), Zlata Zolotykh (fifth year), and Oleg Yatskovets (sixth year).

Congratulations to the winners!

The scholarship recipients will be honored on December 16 at ITMO National Research University. Representatives of the Presidential Administration, the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of Russia, regional government bodies, and heads of higher education institutions will attend the event.

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