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In 2025, a number of SPbGASU faculty and staff successfully defended their doctoral and candidate dissertations. Several members of the university's faculty and administrative staff were awarded new academic degrees. Congratulations and best wishes for continued success in their academic endeavors!

Awarded the degree of Doctor of Science

By Order No. 692 of the Russian Ministry of Education and Science dated July 8, the degree of Doctor of Economics was awarded to Alexander Vasilyevich Kharitonovich, professor in the Department of Construction Management. His dissertation title was "Development of a Methodology for Managing Change in Large Geographically Distributed Economic Systems (using Investment and Construction Complexes as an Example)." The dissertation defense took place on March 27 before Dissertation Council 24.2.339.11, established at the Moscow State University of Civil Engineering.

By Order No. 1101/nk of the Ministry of Education and Science of the Russian Federation dated November 24, the degree of Doctor of Engineering Sciences was awarded to Anatoly Ivanovich Osokin, Head of the Department of Geotechnics. The topic of his dissertation was "Conceptual Foundations and Practical Application of the Principles of Scientific and Technical Justification and Support for Underground Construction in Soft Soils." The dissertation defense took place on June 18 before Dissertation Council 24.2.380.04, established at our university.

By Order No. 1101/nk of the Ministry of Education and Science of Russia dated November 24, the degree of Doctor of Engineering Sciences was awarded to Daria Mikhailovna Denisikhina, Associate Professor of the Department of Heat, Gas Supply, and Ventilation. Her dissertation title was "Scientific Foundations of Mathematical Modeling of Air Exchange and Air Distribution in Public Buildings." The dissertation defense took place on June 17 before Dissertation Council 24.2.380.03, established at our university.

Awarded the academic degree of Candidate of Sciences

By Order No. 01-17908/001 dated October 14, Artemy Igorevich Taranov, senior lecturer in the Department of Construction Economics and Housing and Utilities, was awarded the degree of Candidate of Sciences in Economics. His dissertation topic was "Ensuring Economic Security for a Construction Organization." The dissertation defense took place on September 12 before the Dissertation Council of the Russian Presidential Academy of National Economy and Public Administration.

By Order No. 1033/nk of the Ministry of Education and Science of Russia dated October 23, the degree of Candidate of Technical Sciences was awarded to Denis Sergeevich Orlov, senior lecturer in the Department of Ground Transport and Technological Machines. The topic of his dissertation was "A Method for Calculating the Parameters of Hydropneumatic Shock Absorbers in Transport and Technological Machines." The dissertation defense took place on May 27 before Dissertation Council 24.2.380.05, established at our university.

By Order 1195/nk of the Ministry of Education and Science of the Russian Federation dated December 12, the degree of Candidate of Technical Sciences was awarded to Yuri Nikolaevich Zgoda, a Category II specialist at the Digital Competencies Educational Center. His dissertation topic was "Research and Development of High-Performance Algorithms for Calculating Thin-Walled Shell Structures." The dissertation defense took place on September 24 before Dissertation Council 24.2.387.06 at the Saint Petersburg Electrotechnical University "LETI."

Successfully defended dissertations

Yaroslav Vladimirovich Vasiliev, Associate Professor in the Department of Ground Transport and Technological Machines, successfully defended his dissertation for the degree of Doctor of Engineering Sciences this year. His dissertation topic was "Scientific Foundations for Ensuring the Effectiveness of Road Transport Expertise and Expert Prevention of Accidents Involving Pedestrians." The defense took place on October 28th before Dissertation Council 24.2.380.05, established at our university.

Defended dissertations for the degree of Candidate of Technical Sciences:

Alexander Sergeevich Dmitriev, director of the “Smart Work” testing ground, assistant of the department of technosphere safety (dissertation topic “Development of a methodology for managing changes in large geographically distributed economic systems (using the example of investment and construction complexes)”, defense took place on November 26 in the dissertation council 24.2.361.02 on the basis of the Volga State Technological University);
Alena Andreevna Vedernikova, and. O. Head of the Department of Information and Mathematical Modeling Technologies (the topic of the dissertation is “Development of a method for calculating pipe-concrete structural elements at the limit and beyond stages of work”, the defense took place on December 2 at the dissertation council 24.2.380.01 at our university);
Alina Vitalievna Kvashuk, senior lecturer of the Department of Geotechnics (theme of the dissertation is “The influence of pollution of sandy soils with petroleum products on the condition of the foundations of structures”, the defense took place on December 9 in the dissertation council 24.2.380.04 on the basis of our university);
Ivan Borisovich Bashmakov, senior lecturer at the Department of Geotechnics (dissertation topic – “The influence of weak water-saturated silty-clayey soils on pit fencing taking into account excess pore pressures”, the defense took place on December 9 in the dissertation council 24.2.380.04 on the basis of our university);
Victoria Igorevna Tkachenko, assistant at the department of technology of building materials and metrology (the topic of the dissertation is “Modifier of cement composites based on nanocellulose”, the defense took place on December 15 at the dissertation council 24.2.380.04 at our university);
Sergey Aleksandrovich Cherevko, senior lecturer at the Department of Technology of Building Materials and Metrology (the topic of the dissertation is “Modifier of building mixtures based on airborne lime”, the defense took place on December 15 at the dissertation council 24.2.380.04 at our university);
Elizaveta Rostislavovna Magdina, assistant at the department of forensic examinations (theme of the dissertation is “Method for assessing the trafficability of wheeled transport-technological vehicles”, the defense took place on December 18 in the dissertation council 24.2.380.05 on the basis of our university).

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Victoria Vinogradova, Vladislav Ruzavin and Alexandra Ivanova

On December 19, the Saint Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering, Murino Secondary School No. 8 (Murino, Vsevolozhsk District, Leningrad Region), and the MAVIS Investment and Construction Group signed a trilateral cooperation agreement.

The main goal of this collaboration is to create a model for a continuous educational cycle between school, university, and enterprise, enabling schoolchildren to develop research skills and engineering thinking, receive early career guidance, and see the practical application of their knowledge. The signing ceremony, held at Murinskaya School No. 8, was attended by Victoria Vinogradova, Vice-Rector for Continuing Education at SPbGASU, Alexandra Ivanova, Principal of School No. 8, and Vladislav Ruzavin, Deputy Administrative Director of the ISG "MAVIS."

In her welcoming remarks, Alexandra Ivanova noted: "We are extremely interested in collaborating with SPbGASU. Today, we are preparing future university applicants, and tomorrow, you will be preparing future employees for our main partner company and other companies in the construction industry. The agreement signed today will serve as a starting point for the joint development of new ideas for creating a unified scientific and educational information environment, partnerships in education and science, and the development and implementation of effective forms of cooperation."

Victoria Vinogradova emphasized the importance of the concept of continuous education and the university's collaboration with industry partners in career guidance. "Today marks the launch of a project in which the school, university, and employer are uniting to train successful and in-demand specialists in the construction industry," she said.

"MAVIS has been successfully collaborating with SPbGASU for several years. Currently, a number of employees are studying at the university part-time, and students have the opportunity to complete internships at our facilities," said Vladislav Ruzavin.

After the agreement was signed, representatives of the admissions committee and faculties of SPbGASU addressed the school's teachers, students, and their parents.

Ilya Gladushevsky, the Admissions Committee's responsible secretary, spoke about the university as a whole and the career guidance activities it hosts: "SPbGASU begins working with prospective students as early as their school years. For us, it's not just Unified State Exam results that matter, but a conscious interest in the construction industry. We recognize and support students who want to develop in this field, and we are ready to encourage their aspirations: the best of them will receive additional points for individual achievements upon admission."

Dmitry Ulrikh, Dean of the Faculty of Environmental Engineering and Urban Management, noted: "The faculty works closely with schools in St. Petersburg and the Leningrad Region, developing career guidance programs, including long-term ones, where students can come to the university, immerse themselves in the educational environment, and work on a project with faculty."

Speaking about the training programs offered by the SPbGASU Faculty of Civil Engineering, Associate Professor Sergei Lanko of the Geotechnical Department emphasized: "Artificial intelligence won't build a building. Every blogger, doctor, and IT professional needs a building built by an engineer."

Denis Nizhegorodtsev, Director of the Digital Competency Educational Center, discussed the implementation of the "Digital Construction Classes" project, outlining its key features: "This is an educational program that provides practical knowledge; it focuses on modern technologies at the intersection of IT, construction, and 3D modeling; and it offers the opportunity to gain a first profession—we have already seen graduates of our project find work as draftsmen immediately after graduating from school."

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Victoria Vinogradova and Andrey Belyaev

On December 22, the Project-Based Learning Educational Center at SPbGASU hosted the first defense of projects created by student teams as part of the "Project-Based Activity" elective. Over the course of two days, students presented the results of their teamwork, which was based on real-world requests from the university's partner organizations.

During the fall semester, students from various fields of study were involved in project activities. A total of 52 project proposals were submitted by partners, 19 of which are currently in the active implementation phase.

The submitted works were evaluated by an expert committee, which included representatives of relevant organizations and SPbGASU: Victoria Vinogradova, Vice-Rector for Continuing Education at SPbGASU, Andrey Belyaev (OOO NIP Aquaeffect), Elena Dubko (OOO European Center of Forensic Experts), Mikhail Kabanov (OOO Glavstroy SPb), Vyacheslav Pavlov (OOO LenOblAIZHK), Nikolay Popchenkov (SPb State Public Institution City Center for Advertising Placement and Holiday Decoration), and Tatyana Fedorova (OOO Stroykraft).

The experts noted the high level of project development, the practical focus of the solutions, and the students' well-coordinated teamwork, emphasizing the importance of integrating the educational process with real-world industry challenges.

Victoria Vinogradova, Vice Rector for Continuing Education at SPbGASU, welcomed the participants and guests of the event. In her address, she emphasized that the Project-Based Learning Educational Center opened only in May of this year, but by December, the university had already achieved its first significant results. The project-based learning format allows students not only to master theoretical knowledge but also to apply it in practice, interacting with real clients, working in teams, and developing professional responsibility.

The event also included a ceremony signing cooperation agreements. An agreement was signed between SPbGASU and the St. Petersburg State Center for R&D and Education, signed by Victoria Vinogradova and Nikolai Popchenkov, Deputy Director of the Center. A cooperation agreement was also signed with Aquaeffect Research and Design Institute LLC, signed by Andrei Belyaev, General Director.

The projects submitted for defense covered a wide range of current issues in the fields of construction, engineering, digital technologies, water treatment, design, and urban development.

Project areas include optimizing the construction timeline for a multi-apartment residential building (this topic was developed by two teams), organizing management accounting in a construction company, and creating a digital information model of the entrance area—the first-floor hallway—of SPbGASU.

A number of projects were devoted to issues of architectural design and urban decoration, including the development of festive design for the spaces of city canals (on and above the water), as well as a concept for the New Year's decoration of Nevsky Prospect.

The engineering and technical block included projects for the construction of foundations and reinforced concrete structures, research into water quality indicators depending on the volume of contaminants, forecasting the efficiency of clarification filters for swimming pools using the AE-1 oligodynamic solution synthesis unit, and the development of a method for introducing chemicals into pool water treatment systems.

Particular attention was paid to digital and expert solutions: the study of video footage as objects of forensic automotive examination, the development of an automated system for pre-trip inspection of the technical condition of buses using video analytics, and an assessment of the financial attractiveness of adapting the Apraksin Dvor site for modern use.

Following the defense, the scores awarded by the experts will be taken into account when evaluating students in the "Project Activity" course. The submitted projects will be further developed in the spring semester and will form the basis of team diploma projects, while some of the results are planned to be used in individual final theses.

The organizers noted that project activities at SPbGASU will continue to actively develop, expanding collaboration with partners and creating additional opportunities for students to grow professionally and realize their potential in practical applications.

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In December, students from the Faculty of Environmental and Urban Engineering (FEUE&UGH) attended career guidance excursions. The goal of these excursions was to broaden their professional horizons and introduce them to the practical aspects of their future careers.

The first trip was to the Skolkovo Innovation Center. Participants toured the technology park's laboratories, attended lectures by residents, and attended startup project presentations. The students were particularly interested in a lecture on technological entrepreneurship and startup development, which explored modern approaches to the commercialization of innovative solutions.

"I was very lucky to be invited to Skolkovo. We learned about the center's history, the university, and production in a wide range of fields—from video game development to satellite design. We were there for only one day, but even in that time we learned a lot," said fourth-year student Grigory Vorozhtsov.

Then, first-, second-, and fourth-year students went on trips to the St. Petersburg Planetarium and the Main (Pulkovo) Astronomical Observatory of the Russian Academy of Sciences.

At the planetarium, students explored a collection of geological exhibits and learned how much the minerals on display would weigh on other planets in the solar system. They then embarked on a virtual journey through the night sky, where they learned about the formation of planets and stars and how the starry sky changes throughout the day.

At the Pulkovo Observatory, the students visited the Astronomical Museum, where they learned about the history of the scientific institution and saw unique instruments and devices from the 19th and 20th centuries, a collection of astronomical clocks, and telescope optics. Of particular interest were the Pulkovo Meridian, which previously served as the reference point for all geographic maps of Russia, and the initial zero point of the country's triangulation.

Tour participants examined a 62-kilogram fragment of the Sikhote-Alin meteorite and peered through the eyepiece of a real telescope. The guide's account of the work of astronomers, past and present, provided a fresh perspective on the role of fundamental science and its importance for modern research.

The final excursion for first- and second-year students majoring in Construction (Water Supply and Sanitation) was "The Underground World of St. Petersburg." An interactive installation in the Water Museum allowed participants to trace the entire journey of water—from the water intakes at the bottom of the Neva River, through filtration stations and city highways, to residential buildings. Participants took a virtual walk along the bottom of sewer collectors, visited Bely Island and the Central Wastewater Treatment Plant, and watched a film about the current state of St. Petersburg's water supply and wastewater treatment systems.

"The tour allowed us to see life in the metropolis from the inside and get a feel for the workings of its infrastructure. This is very helpful for understanding the importance of training water supply and sanitation specialists. The tours have become an important part of SPbGASU's career guidance program, allowing students to gain practical experience with modern technologies, scientific research, and engineering infrastructure, as well as to see how the knowledge they acquire at the university can be applied in real-world applications," noted Yulia Romanova, Senior Lecturer in the Department of Water Management and Ecology.

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Victoria Vinogradova and Sergey Petrov

On December 23, the Saint Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering and the Educational and Methodological Center of the Housing Committee of the Government of Saint Petersburg signed a cooperation agreement.

The signing ceremony was attended by Victoria Vinogradova, Vice-Rector for Continuing Education at SPbGASU, and Sergei Petrov, Acting Director of the Educational and Methodological Center of the Housing Committee.

The Educational and Methodological Center of the Housing Committee of St. Petersburg provides additional professional education in the field of housing and communal services and logistical support for advanced training for those managing apartment buildings.

The agreement provides for cooperation in the fields of education and science, the implementation of joint educational projects, and the training of specialists in demand in the housing and utilities sector.

The parties plan to jointly conduct additional educational programs in the field of housing and communal services, organize educational and industrial training, as well as internships for SPbGASU students at the Educational and Methodological Center, and exchange professional expertise.

The agreement marks another step in developing cooperation, the goal of which is to establish a well-functioning system for training and professional development of personnel for the housing and utilities sector.

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International students from the St. Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering were among the best students from the CIS studying in the Northern Capital.

The traditional awards ceremony, organized by the St. Petersburg Committee for External Relations, took place at Smolny. Letters of gratitude and awards were presented to international students and activists by the committee's chairman, Yevgeny Grigoryev.

Among the recipients are representatives of SPbGASU who demonstrated high activity in educational and social activities in 2025: Edgar Barseghyan, Irina Peretokin, Andrey Kornyushin, and Mekhrubon Madaminov.

Mekhrubon Madaminov, head of the "Kuppiya" study club at the SPbGASU Council of Foreign Students, shared his impressions of the event: "Before the ceremony, participants were given a tour of Smolny, which allowed them to gain a deeper understanding of the building's history and its role in the city's life. The event took place in a warm and positive atmosphere, leaving behind vivid impressions and a sense of pride in being part of the city's public life."

"The participation of SPbGASU students in such events confirms the university's significant contribution to the development of international cooperation," noted Shuainat Akhmadulaeva, Head of the SPbGASU International Affairs Department.

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The Saint Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering has been included in the Russian version of the pilot BRICS University Rankings 2025, taking a position in the 125–151 group among Russian universities included in the ranking.

The BRICS University Rankings is compiled by the Association of Ranking Authors (ASR) and includes 750 leading universities from BRICS member countries and several invited countries. It is based on the international "Three University Missions" model, which evaluates research, educational activities, and impact on societal development.

SPbGASU's inclusion in the BRICS ranking is an important international recognition of the university's academic excellence and research activities, reflecting the team's efforts to strengthen the university's position in the global educational arena. It also marks a new stage for the further development of international cooperation, the exchange of experience with partners from BRICS countries, and increased brand awareness of SPbGASU abroad.

Detailed information on the results and key indicators is published on official website of the rating agency.

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Lecture by Nikita Rykov

SPbGASU hosted a series of expert lectures from specialists from Joint Stock Company "Business Solutions and Technologies" (JSC DRT) on combating fraud and identifying schemes during audits.

Students from the Faculty of Economics and Management (FEM) had the unique opportunity to learn about modern approaches to detecting and preventing economic crimes from practicing experts at a leading consulting and auditing firm. They were also briefed on employment opportunities within the organization.

The series of events opened with a seminar for fourth-year students majoring in Economics and Management, dedicated to combating fraud. It was led by Lidiya Afanasyeva, Manager of the Audit Services Department, and Alisa Abakumova, Recruitment Specialist at JSC DRT. The seminar explored real-life fraudulent schemes in detail, demonstrated the infamous "fraud triangle" using the high-profile bankruptcy of Barings Bank, and discussed current examples from Russian and international practice.

At a meeting for third-year students, Senior Manager Ekaterina Dugina, Audit Services Department Manager Nikita Rykov, and HR Business Partner Alina Ishberdina delivered a dynamic, interactive lecture on identifying fraudulent activities and assessing fraud risks. They concluded with a quiz, allowing the students to immediately apply their newly acquired knowledge.

During the third session for third-year Management students, Ekaterina Dugina and Elizaveta Novikova, Senior Recruitment Specialist at JSC DRT, focused on financial analytics. They delivered an introductory lecture on tools for identifying fraudulent schemes through the analysis of key financial statement indicators, a core professional skill for modern financiers and auditors.

JSC DRT is a leader in audit, management, financial, tax, and legal consulting. The meetings provided a valuable complement to the university curriculum, connecting theoretical knowledge with real-world business requirements. Students highly appreciated the practical focus of the seminars, the relevance of the examples, and the willingness of the expert practitioners to share their experience.

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Ksenia Pereskokova (left), Valeria Povreznyuk (right) and target students of JSC CONCERN TITAN-2

A meeting between representatives of JSC CONCERN TITAN-2 and students studying under a targeted training agreement was held at the Saint Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering.

The upcoming New Year holidays prompted Ksenia Pereskokova and Valeria Povreznyuk, specialists from the External Personnel Reserve Project Development Group at JSC CONCERN TITAN-2, to visit the university.

Ksenia and Valeria congratulated the students on the upcoming New Year, presented gifts, and chatted with their target students in an informal setting.

Targeted training Allows students to study on a budget, complete internships at a relevant company, and be confident in the direction and prospects of their professional development after graduation.

"For the company, targeted training is an opportunity to meet students, see them in action, and develop specialists tailored to their tasks and projects. This format helps build a team of motivated young professionals who already understand the specifics of the work and the corporate culture," noted Ksenia Pereskokova.

To date, 20 SPbGASU students have signed targeted training agreements with JSC CONCERN TITAN-2. Students participate in the company's internships and corporate activities, gaining insight into their future professions while still studying.

"These meetings support lively communication between students, the university, and employers," emphasized Ekaterina Abolina, director of our university's Center for Student Entrepreneurship and Careers.

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Olga Svetlova, Alexandra Masyonene, Alena Vedernikova and Elena Maznyak

A delegation from the St. Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering participated in the 11th Annual International BIM Forum "WINTER'25," which became a key professional platform for discussing the development of information modeling (BIM) technologies and training specialists for the digital transformation of the construction industry.

The SPbGASU delegation included faculty from the Department of Information and Mathematical Modeling Technologies: Acting Head of the Department Alena Vedernikova, senior lecturers Alexandra Masyonene and Elena Maznyak, and Olga Svetlova, a leading specialist at the university's Project-Based Learning Educational Center.

As part of the forum's business program, Alena Vedernikova and Olga Svetlova presented a report entitled "TIM Projects: The Secret Ingredients of Personnel Training." In their presentation, the speakers discussed the improvement of curricula for training TIM specialists, as well as extracurricular project activities aimed at developing in-demand competencies in digital design and interdisciplinary collaboration.

The presentation focused on the collaboration of students from various fields through project work, the implementation of complex TIM thesis projects, and the university's successful collaboration with industrial partners. New opportunities for expanding partnerships with accredited IT companies interested in training specialists for the industry were also presented.

According to Olga Svetlova, the topic presented generated keen interest among forum participants and the professional community in SPbGASU's educational initiatives and the university's practice-oriented approach to training personnel in the field of TIM.

Participation in the ZIMA'25 BIM forum confirmed SPbGASU's active position in developing modern educational programs and strengthening interaction with the professional community in the field of digital construction.

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