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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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From March 1, 2025, an additional support measure was introduced for older residents of St. Petersburg – Electronic certificate "Silver Age"It allows you to visit museums and exhibitions at the city's expense.

Using the certificate gives senior citizens the opportunity to lead an active social life.

We invite you to watch a video about the certificate's capabilities.

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Antonina Yudina, professor at the Department of Construction Technology at St. Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering, received patent No. 2852076, "Method for activating mixing water for a construction mixture."

The invention involves pre-treating water with an electric field from electrodes in a sealed container and then mixing it with dosed concrete mix components. The soluble electrode stack is made of aluminum plates, insulated from each other by a dielectric and connected to a power source. One electrode is connected to the positive pole (anode), the other to the negative pole (cathode). The electric field strength is 20–30 V/cm, and the water treatment lasts five to seven minutes.

The technical result is a reduction in energy consumption due to a shorter concrete curing time from casting to formwork removal, and an increase in formwork turnover due to a shorter isothermal heating time without excess cement consumption. Furthermore, the strength, frost resistance, and homogeneity of the concrete are increased.

When cement is mixed with water pre-treated with an electric field, a reaction occurs between calcium hydroxide and aluminum hydroxide. This reaction results in the formation of calcium hydroaluminates and activation of the mixture. These aggregates (calcium hydroaluminates) serve as ready-made crystallization centers. These centers facilitate the rapid crystallization of new formations that precipitate from supersaturated solutions during the interaction of the binder with water. This process accelerates the hardening of binders.

The results were confirmed by laboratory tests. A 21% increase in strength was observed after seven days of curing. Cement consumption per cubic meter of concrete mix was reduced by 10, 15, and 20%, while water consumption remained constant, but the water-cement ratio increased.

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