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The Saint Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering held a series of training events for first aid instructors. The classes were organized in accordance with Russian Government Resolution No. 2464 "On the Procedure for Occupational Safety Training and Assessment of Occupational Safety Requirements."

Participants and organizers shared their impressions of the course.

Oleg Tsvetkov, Associate Professor of the Department of Geodesy, Land Management, and Cadastre, PhD in Geology: "I attended your practical lesson on first aid. I admit, I was less than enthusiastic, expecting to waste my time. However, you completely dispelled my doubts. The information was beautifully structured, the priorities were well-defined, the examples were very illustrative, and the information on common mistakes and misconceptions was extremely helpful. The answers to questions were professional and comprehensive. This is exactly how training on this crucial topic should be conducted, not a monotonous poring over numerous legal documents. I express my sincere gratitude!"

Anna Novozhilova, Deputy Dean for Academic Affairs of the Faculty of Civil Engineering and Senior Lecturer in the Department of Structural Mechanics, said, "I would like to express my deepest gratitude to Natalia Viktorovna Beschaskina, Assistant Professor in the Department of Technosphere Safety, for the easy and engaging presentation of the material. We had the opportunity to apply theoretical knowledge in practice: performing chest compressions, helping a choking patient, and much more. The three-hour lesson flew by in an instant, leaving a positive impression and imparting valuable skills that can be useful in life."

Alexander Dmitriev, Assistant Professor at the Department of Technosphere Safety and Director of the Smart Labor Training Center, noted: “The organization of this training cycle is the result of coordinated work. Faculty of Continuing Education, Department of Technosphere Safety And "Smart Work" training groundOur main goal was to eliminate formalism in training. Unfortunately, mandatory programs often become protocol-based and nominal. When human life is at stake, such an approach is unacceptable. We cannot completely prevent accidents, but we must know what to do if they occur. The instructors of the Safety and Security Department gave 100%, as confirmed by the feedback from participants.

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Symposium audience

On October 20 and 21, the National (All-Russian) Symposium "Numerical Modeling in Climate Systems" was held at the Department of Heat, Gas Supply, and Ventilation at SPbGASU. The event brought together scientists, faculty, and specialists from various Russian cities, including St. Petersburg, Kazan, Moscow, Voronezh, Belgorod, Kursk, and Ukhta.

Symposium participants discussed current research in the field of numerical modeling of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and gas supply systems. Topics covered included the prospects for using numerical modeling in the design of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems, the development and verification of a numerical model for radiative-convective heat transfer in a long radiant heater, the use of user-defined flow functions (UDFs) in numerical analysis of tube deposits in convective bundles of water-tube boilers, and a post-processing algorithm for numerical modeling results for quantitatively assessing laminar flow in cleanrooms.

The symposium opened with a presentation by Arslan Ziganshin, Doctor of Engineering and Head of the Department of Information Systems and Technologies in Construction at the Kazan State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering. He presented a study of the flow in a "knee-symmetrical tee" ventilation system and proposed solutions for improving its energy efficiency.

Andrey Kolosnitsyn, CEO of MM-Technologies LLC, addressed the pressing issue of transitioning to domestic software. In his presentation, he analyzed the strengths and weaknesses of Russian programs FlowVision, Logos, and CadFlo, as well as their development prospects for science and practice.

Ural Federal University specialists presented the results of a comparison of gas dynamics and heat transfer calculations for air ducts using ANSYS CFX and SimFlow software to develop an engineering modeling method.

Kristina Kocharyantz, Research Director and Head of the Aerodynamics and Acoustics Research Laboratory at Arktos LLC, addressed a pressing issue for numerical modeling specialists. She discussed the specifics of developing and optimizing air diffuser models for numerical calculations of indoor microclimates. Many undergraduate and graduate students simplify their numerical models in areas such as air inlet areas near ventilation grilles and diffusers, which is often erroneous, as it yields incorrect air distribution calculations. The presentation presented the results of an analysis of various air diffusers with recommended boundary conditions and described options for optimizing numerical models for various cases.

Yegor Aralov, a graduate student at Southwestern State University, addressed the pressing issue of gas infrastructure safety. His presentation focused on digital technologies for monitoring the condition of low-pressure gas pipelines in extremely cold conditions, which significantly improves their reliability.

Faculty and students from Moscow State University of Civil Engineering presented joint work: Associate Professor Elena Belova and student Vyacheslav Vlasenko reviewed mathematical models of air dehumidification, while Associate Professor Sergei Tikhomirov presented the results of a numerical study of the influence of radiator geometry on the laminar-turbulent transition.

Postgraduate and master's students from the Department of Heat and Gas Supply and Ventilation at St. Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering (SPbGASU) presented the results of their research.

The scientific program concluded with a presentation by Tamara Datsyuk, Doctor of Engineering, Professor of the Department of Construction Physics, Electric Power Engineering, and Electrical Engineering at St. Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering. She summarized twenty years of experience using numerical modeling at our university.

The symposium concluded with a roundtable discussion, where participants had the opportunity to informally discuss the topics raised and identify avenues for further collaboration. The event served as an important platform for exchanging experiences between leading experts, young scientists, and industry representatives.

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Victoria Vinogradova's speech

On October 16, the "Power of the Platform" forum, one of the largest events in the field of digitalization in design and construction, took place in Moscow. As part of the comprehensive program, representatives from the architectural and construction industry, digital platforms, universities, and enterprises discussed key trends, from the implementation of domestic CAD solutions to the formation of digital competency centers and a new training model.

Our university actively participated in the forum with a delegation led by First Vice-Rector Svetlana Golovina, Vice-Rector for Research Evgeny Korolev, Vice-Rector for Continuing Education Victoria Vinogradova, and Director of the Project-Based Learning Educational Center Inna Sukhanova.

Victoria Vinogradova presented a paper entitled "Educating the Next Generation: A Digital Competency Center at the University of Architecture and Civil Engineering." In her presentation, she discussed the integration of domestic digital tools into curricula and how modern technologies are becoming part of the engineering education of the future.

SPbGASU demonstrated its strategy for creating a digital educational environment, developing digital competencies, and its readiness to interact with industry and technology platforms.

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The Saint Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering won the prestigious All-Russian competition for educational programs using the domestic nanoCAD software.

The competition committee was chaired by Russian Senator Ivan Yevstifeyev, a member of the Federation Council Committee on Economic Policy. Representatives from the Ministry of Industry and Trade, the Ministry of Digital Development, Communications and Mass Media, and the Ministry of Construction, Housing and Utilities of Russia participated in the awards ceremony.

The University demonstrated outstanding results, winning awards in two key competition categories:

In the category of building structures and architecture, the Department of Architectural and Civil Engineering at SPbGASU won; in the category of utility networks, the Department shared first place with Privolzhsky State Transport University (Samara). In this category, the Department of Heat, Gas, and Ventilation at SPbGASU and the Department of Railway Power Supply at Privolzhsky State Transport University shared first place.

Leading Russian architectural and civil engineering universities participated in the competition, organized by Nanosoft Development LLC. Winning in two categories confirms the high level of training of SPbGASU's faculty, the effectiveness of its teaching methods, and their relevance to modern design technologies.

Successful participation in the competition is a significant achievement for our university, demonstrating the quality of our educational programs and the professionalism of our teaching staff. The use of domestic software allows us to train specialists who fully meet the demands of the modern labor market.

These results will stimulate the further development of SPbGASU's educational programs and the introduction of advanced technologies into the educational process. The university will continue to refine its teaching methods using modern CAD systems.

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The first ceremony of the “Guardians of the Heritage of St. Petersburg” award, established by the newspaper “Delovoy Peterburg”, took place.

The purpose of the award is to recognize those working to preserve and restore the cultural heritage of the Northern Capital and to draw attention to the most interesting restoration projects and practices.

The Saint Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering has been awarded for training qualified personnel to preserve the architectural heritage of Saint Petersburg and other regions of the country.

At the awards ceremony, our university was represented by Acting Dean of the Faculty of Architecture Andrei Surovenkov and Head of the Department of Architectural and Urban Heritage Nadezhda Akulova.

Publication of the award in the newspaperDelovoy Peterburg, including an interview with Nadezhda Akulova.

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Working meeting at SPbGASU

On October 20, the Saint Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering hosted a delegation from Vietnam. A delegation from the Hanoi University of Architecture (HAU), led by Rector Le Quan, Doctor of Architecture, paid an official visit to the university.

First Vice-Rector Svetlana Golovina reported that SPbGASU has been collaborating with Vietnamese universities since 2008. Representatives from the Hanoi University of Architecture first visited our university in July 2017. In March 2025, during a visit by a SPbGASU delegation to the Hanoi University of Architecture, a memorandum of understanding was signed. Three students from Vietnam are studying at our university in the 2025–2026 academic year, two of whom are in the Faculty of Architecture.

During a working meeting with the leadership of SPbGASU, the parties discussed possible areas of cooperation. The idea of teaching Russian in Vietnam generated considerable interest. Vice-Rector for Academic Affairs Sergey Mikhailov informed SPbGASU that it has a preparatory department for international students. This department teaches Russian as a foreign language. Furthermore, the university has a Department of Intercultural Communication, whose faculty are fully qualified to spread the Russian language and culture to other countries.

The discussion focused on joint projects, academic mobility programs, and the participation of SPbGASU students in an international workshop in Vietnam. The best SPbGASU students participating in this event will have the opportunity to study at KhAU for a year.

After completing the official part, the delegation took a tour of the Faculty of Architecture and became acquainted with its departments, studios, and workshops.

SPbGASU is confident that the visit opens up opportunities for partnership between universities.

"There's ample scope for cooperation. We'll soon draw up a roadmap, present it to the Vietnamese side for discussion and signature, and begin implementing it in 2026," concluded Sergey Mikhailov.

Bottom row, left to right: Vice-Rector for Continuing Education Victoria Vinogradova, First Vice-Rector Svetlana Golovina, Rector of HAU Le Quan, Vice-Rector for Academic Affairs Sergey Mikhailov. Top row, left to right: Acting Dean of the Faculty of Architecture Andrey Surovenkov, Lecturer at the HAU Institute of International Education and Cooperation Ha Duy Anh, Vice-Rector for Research Evgeny Korolev, Director of the HAU Institute of International Education and Cooperation Le Chien Tan.

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Fragment of the exhibition

The SPbGASU Project-Based Learning Educational Center is hosting an exhibition of theses dedicated to the preservation and renovation of the historic Parusinka district in Ivangorod, Leningrad Oblast, in conjunction with the III International Scientific and Practical Conference "Border Symmetry."

Graduates of the Department of Architectural Environment Design and the Department of Architectural and Urban Heritage at SPbGASU presented their final qualification theses, featuring projects for the revival of the former A. L. Stieglitz manufactories and the historic Parusinka district in Ivangorod, as well as for the modern adaptation of unique industrial heritage sites on the border with Estonia—the A. L. Stieglitz manufactory, a workers' settlement, and a park. The students presented their theses to faculty members at our university—Head of the Department of Architectural Environment Design Maria Granström and Associate Professor Jan Korzhempo—as well as to specialists from Saint Petersburg State University, the Saint Petersburg Stieglitz State Academy of Art and Design, and other universities.

The discussion was moderated by Sergey Yaroshetsky, editor-in-chief of the magazine "Addresses of Petersburg" and professor at the Higher School of Printing and Media Technology at the St. Petersburg State University of Industrial Technologies and Design. Oleg Romanov, Honorary President of the Union of Architects of St. Petersburg, and Elena Stieglitz, Director of the Baron Stieglitz Heritage Foundation, participated in the discussion. Experts included film producer Dmitry Brodsky, historian Vera Amosova, director of the Rizalit company Yevgeny Varnavitsky, and journalist Anna Damaskina.

According to Sergei Yaroshetsky, "On one side of the Narva River, the Krenholm Manufactory, painstakingly preserved by its Swedish owners, is clearly visible. And on our side lies the extremely neglected site of the former manufactories of the legendary Baron A. L. Stieglitz. In an effort to restore order there as quickly as possible—restoring, reconstructing, and preserving—we are opening an exhibition of renovation projects for this remarkable historical and cultural monument."

Alexey Volkov, a graduate of the Department of Architectural and Urban Heritage at St. Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering (SPbGASU), proposed a restoration architect's concept for the renovation of the Parusinka area under the inspiring slogan "On the sails of the past – to the space of the future." "I believe that the historical framework of Parusinka and the identified environmental values provide an opportunity to unlock the tourism potential not only of the area but of all of Ivangorod," he noted.

Elizaveta Luksha, a graduate of the Department of Architectural Environmental Design, explained: "I propose establishing an educational cluster within the factory's workshops—training and production studios, conference rooms, and a student campus where art students could undertake year-round internships. The new educational center would also create unique opportunities for Ivangorod residents, engaging children and adults in creativity and project-based learning. The design of the embankment facing Estonia, which serves as the face of Russia, the creation of a walking route, the restoration of the stables, and the creation of a museum area will help revive this currently depressing area, preserve the spirit of the place, and improve the quality of the urban environment. I believe that the creation of a cultural and educational cluster on the site of the former factory will continue the legacy of Alexander Ludwigovich Stieglitz, who participated in the support and construction of educational institutions in Russia."

The exhibition will run on weekdays through October 31. Address: Fontanka River Embankment, Buildings 123–125, Project-Based Learning Educational Center, St. Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering. To visit, please register by email. dssaf@spbgasu.ru

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Vladislav Mikhalchenko

Vladislav Mikhalchenko, Head of the Strategic Development and Projects Department of the Krasnoyarsk Krai Agency for Labor and Employment, visited SPbGASU. He briefed students on the Youth Club in his region and held a working meeting with the university's leadership.

The Krasnoyarsk Krai Youth Club in St. Petersburg is a community of like-minded individuals and fellow countrymen who have come to study in the Northern Capital. Its main goal is to encourage graduates of St. Petersburg universities to return to the region. This is achieved through quizzes, business games, and other activities, meetings with successful individuals and employers, career counseling, company roadshows, and internships. Project partners include the Government of Krasnoyarsk Krai, the Government of St. Petersburg, the Yenisei Siberia Development Corporation, Norilsk Nickel, Rosneft, and others.

Vladislav Mikhalchenko reported that approximately 3,200 students from the Krasnoyarsk Krai are studying in St. Petersburg. This is a valuable resource for employers and the rapidly developing region. The club currently has 187 members. The organizers plan to increase the number of participants and identify leaders among them who will collaborate with partners and develop additional events. These leaders will be able to participate in organizing the 2026 World Youth Festival in Krasnoyarsk.

Students learned about the benefits of living and working in the Krasnoyarsk Krai and were invited to a club chat. The focus there is on careers: job openings are posted and individual coaching is provided. Vladislav Mikhalchenko recommended meeting with employers as early as possible and arranging an internship a year in advance.

At the end of the meeting, the speaker answered questions and held a quiz. The quiz winner, fourth-year construction student Dmitry Kuznetsov, intends to join the club. "I'm from Krasnoyarsk. If Krasnoyarsk Krai is competitive, why not?" he said, reflecting on his return to his homeland.

Yulia Yunakova, a second-year construction student, is also from Krasnoyarsk. She was interested in internships. "I'd be happy to try my hand at this profession in my hometown," she said.

During a working meeting with Vice-Rector for Youth Policy Marina Malyutina, Vice-Rector for Continuing Education Victoria Vinogradova, and the heads of departments involved in student professional development, Vladislav Mikhalchenko discussed the concept and work plan of the St. Petersburg Youth Club. The parties outlined further steps for developing cooperation that will help future young professionals fully realize their career potential.

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From October 10th to 12th, the 2nd Chinese-Russian Summer School on Construction was held in Guangzhou, China. The school focused on the design and construction of buildings and structures for harsh climates.

This event is becoming a tradition: in September 2024, the first congress under the Russia-China Cooperation Agreement was held in Vladivostok. Construction industry experts from China and Russia, as well as representatives from the construction industry and academia, met to strengthen ties and exchange experiences.

This year, thanks to the efforts of the National Association of Builders of Russia and the Chinese Society of Civil Engineering, it was possible to assemble an impressive delegation consisting of leaders and scientists from leading construction universities in both countries, as well as representatives of China's largest construction companies.

SPbGASU was represented by Alexander Samodolov, Deputy Dean for Educational Work of the Faculty of Environmental Engineering and Urban Management.

The school included a conference on the design and construction of buildings and structures for harsh climates. Visits to major construction sites and universities in Guangzhou were also organized.

Alexander Samodolov presented a report on SPbGASU's work in the school's area of expertise and promising development areas. At a roundtable discussion held at Sun Yat-sen University, Alexander Pavlovich discussed our university, its student body, faculty, and programs of study, noting in particular that the university is the oldest civil engineering university in the country with a rich tradition.

"Participating in the China-Russia Summer School on Construction was an honor for me. Leading scientists from Russian and Chinese construction universities demonstrated their scientific achievements in urban development, tunnel construction, and underground engineering, which has a positive impact on the development of the construction industry and the strengthening of friendly relations between China and Russia. For our country, the Arctic development project is a key, and perhaps the most important, challenge, and our Chinese colleagues, in their presentations and discussions, expressed their interest in jointly implementing this project," said Alexander Samodolov.

The next Chinese-Russian School of Construction will be held in Russia next year.

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On October 14, the 9th All-Russian Economic Dictation took place on the theme "A Strong Economy – A Prosperous Russia!" The educational event was traditionally organized by the Free Economic Society, with the support of the Russian Historical Society, the Yuri Luzhkov Foundation, and the administrations of the constituent entities of the Russian Federation.

Traditionally, the dictation brought together participants from all regions of Russia, as well as from a number of foreign countries: Belarus, Argentina, Kazakhstan, Turkey, Syria, China, and others. According to TASS, 1,422 venues were set up to host the event this year.

The Saint Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering also served as a regional venue for the All-Russian Economic Dictation. Over two hundred students from the Faculty of Economics and Management (FEM) tested their knowledge of economic theory, modern government support programs for citizens and entrepreneurs, the global economy, and international relations. In addition, a number of questions focused on historical facts, as well as literary and film excerpts related to economics.

Nikolai Churikov, a second-year student at the Faculty of Economics and Management (FEM), shared his success in answering questions covered in the courses "Economic Theory" and "Organizational Economics" after participating in the dictation. Isa Magerramov, a postgraduate student at the Department of Construction and Housing and Utilities Economics, also shared his impressions of the event: "This initiative is an important tool for improving citizens' financial literacy; it fosters interest in economics, which is especially relevant in a rapidly changing world." Ekaterina Ogurtsova, a third-year student at the FEM, received a winner's diploma after completing the economic dictation, scoring 96 points out of a possible 100.

Yuri Tsvetkov, Deputy Dean for Research at the Faculty of Economics and Management and Associate Professor of the Department of Construction Economics and Housing and Utilities, noted the results of the educational event: "The All-Russian Economic Dictation highlights the importance of the economist's profession, enhances knowledge of various economic categories and laws, and draws young people's attention to key events taking place in the economic and social spheres of our country."

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