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Speech by Dmitry Ivanov within the framework of LXXIX International Scientific and Practical Conference "Architecture – Construction – Transport – Economics" The Faculty of Forensic Expertise and Law in Construction and Transport at St. Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering (SPbGASU) held a session of the section "Forensic Expertise and Law in Construction and Transport: Current Status, Problems, and Development Prospects." Representatives from various educational institutions discussed the development of legal sciences and forensic activities in the current context.

Of particular interest was the report by Dmitry Ivanov, Dean of the Faculty of Forensic Expertise and Law in Construction and Transport at St. Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering (SPbGASU), PhD in Law, on the specifics of the regulatory and technical framework for forensic examinations of brickwork at cultural heritage sites, as this is a pressing issue for both forensic and urban planning.

Elena Delegeoz, PhD in History and Associate Professor of the Department of Constitutional and Administrative Law at the St. Petersburg State University of Economics, presented a paper on "International Legal Cooperation of States in the Sphere of Transport under Sanctions."

Emma Sharapova, PhD in History and Associate Professor of the Department of Legal Regulation of Urban Development and Transport at St. Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering, presented a presentation entitled "On the Conclusion of Contracts with Counter-Investment Obligations by Construction Companies." She touched on the legal issues involved in raising funds for construction financing.

Conference moderator Dmitry Kasatkin, senior lecturer in the Department of Legal Regulation of Urban Development and Transport at St. Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering, summarized the meeting and wished all participants continued scientific collaboration.

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The SPbGASU team at the awards ceremony

On November 20, the "Roads of the Future" professional excellence competition in lean manufacturing concluded. The "Podorozhnik" team from the Automobile and Road Construction Faculty of St. Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering took first place.

The competition was organized by the St. Petersburg State Autonomous Institution "Human Resources Center" with the support of the St. Petersburg Committee on Labor and Employment and aimed to develop skills in organizing the production process. The tasks were designed so that participants would gain practical experience in applying lean manufacturing tools and understand how these tools impact operational and economic performance.

Eight teams from seven educational institutions participated in the competition. The winning team was a combined team of students from our university's Faculty of Automobile and Highway Engineering, majoring in "Highways" and "Transport Process Technology." The team included Angelina Ananenko, Diana Kalinina, Alina Karnaukhova, Violetta Kokurnikova, Sofia Prokudina, Ksenia Tatarinova, Irina Shishkina, and Maria Shlyakhova. The team's mentor and curator was Maria Klekovkina, PhD in Engineering and Associate Professor of the Department of Transport Systems and Road and Bridge Construction.

The students demonstrated in-depth knowledge of organizing various stages of the production cycle, as well as skills in analyzing and evaluating the effectiveness of process optimization. All competition participants received not only diplomas and valuable gifts from the event's partners, but also internship offers with potential for future employment. Congratulations to the winners!

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During the competition

From November 18th to 21st, Russian Robotics Week took place in St. Petersburg, including the international Robotics Skills competition. Students from the Automobile and Road Construction Faculty of St. Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering demonstrated a high level of professional training and won prizes in two categories.

First-year master's students Daniil Parfeni, Mark Druzhinin, Ornella Tskhovrebova, and Eva Boglaeva took second place in the "Digital Manufacturing" category. The team's preparation was supervised by Roman Litvin, PhD, Associate Professor of the Department of Ground Transport and Technological Machines. A total of 10 teams competed in this category.

First-year student Amir Shakhbanov took third place in the Additive Technologies category. During the competition, participants had to model a gearbox housing based on the specified dimensions of a digital model, create a functional workstation object consisting of three or more interconnected parts with fastening mechanisms, and design and manufacture gripping fingers for a robotic arm capable of holding cylindrical objects. The winner was trained by Alena Kolomeets, senior lecturer in the Department of Ground Transport and Technological Machines.

"Our students' victories confirm the effectiveness of the university's educational programs in digital technology and additive manufacturing," Roman Litvin said. "And the Robotics Skills competition provided the students with the opportunity to apply their acquired knowledge in practice, demonstrate their professional skills, and, most importantly, establish contacts with leading experts in the field of robotics."

SPbGASU congratulates the winners and thanks the teachers for preparing the teams!

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Opening of the holiday (from left to right): Andrey Nikulin, Valeria Melnik, Anna Tsarenko, Sergey Bovteev, Marina Malyutina. November 16 was Designer's Day in Russia.

At SPbGASU, events dedicated to celebrating those who transform ideas into drawings and dreams into real objects continued for an entire week, and they began with an exciting "project" quest for students!

Marina Malyutina, Vice-Rector for Youth Policy at SPbGASU; Andrey Nikulin, Dean of the Faculty of Civil Engineering; Sergey Bovteyev, Deputy Dean of the Faculty for Career Guidance; Anna Tsarenko, Deputy Dean of the Faculty for Educational Work; and Valeria Melnik, Chair of the Faculty Student Council, addressed the students with welcoming remarks and congratulations on their professional holiday. All speakers noted the importance of project-based work for the development of the construction industry.

The graduate departments and student council of the Faculty of Civil Engineering organized and conducted a "project" quest: 12 student teams (80 people) completed a route through thematic stations, where they solved practical logic problems related to design.

The winners received their well-deserved awards!

"Today, my classmates and I attended a vibrant and engaging quest dedicated to a professional holiday – Designer's Day. There were some very engaging stations where we solved problems, solved riddles, and logically searched for answers. A huge thank you to the organizers! We were able to learn something new, brighten up our everyday lives, and most importantly, we were able to get to know the department where we graduate. I'm very impressed with this format! I look forward to more events from the Faculty of Civil Engineering," shared first-year student Arseniy Vakulenko.

The balustrade also featured information stands from design organizations and companies, where students could learn about modern technologies: try on VR glasses, learn about laser scanners, and interact with employer representatives.

The "Designer's Week" program continued with thematic meetings, a discussion club session, and concluded on November 20 with a lecture from TechProektStroy on the topic of "Application of Information Modeling and Artificial Intelligence Technologies in Development."

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The exhibition "Cuba's Historical Heritage Through the Eyes of Modern Students and Professionals" has concluded at the Saint Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering. It attracted students, faculty, and university guests for several weeks.

The project, created with the support of the Committee for State Control, Use, and Protection of Historical and Cultural Monuments of St. Petersburg, has become an important step in the development of cultural and educational cooperation between Russia and Cuba.

Yanet Hernandez Perez, Governor of the Province of Havana, Cuba, who visited SPbGASU during an official visit to St. Petersburg, paid special attention to the exhibition. She noted the high quality of the works presented by the students and faculty, emphasizing that the exhibition not only conveys the spirit and flavor of Havana but also reflects a deep understanding of Cuban culture and architectural heritage. "It seems as if this was created by people born in Havana. The students wonderfully conveyed the warmth and beauty of Cuba. I hope that this exhibition and our exchange of experiences will mark the beginning of what will become a major road of cooperation between Russia and Cuba. The doors of our universities are open to you," the Governor said.

At the initiative of Yanet Hernández Pérez and with the support of St. Petersburg Governor Alexander Beglov, the exhibits were sent to Havana, where they will be displayed at a reception hosted by the St. Petersburg Government on November 22. The Governor of Havana Province promised that the Republic of Cuba will also select a university to represent St. Petersburg through the eyes of Cuban students.

The parties also planned to collaborate on the organization and implementation of restoration and preservation work on historical heritage. Specifically, representatives of Cuban educational institutions are expected to attend the traditional national (all-Russian) scientific and practical conference with international participation, "Reconstruction and Restoration of Architectural Heritage," which will be held at St. Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering in March 2026.

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On November 20, 2025, the opening of the LXXIX International Scientific and Practical Conference "Architecture. Construction. Transport. Economics" took place at the Saint Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering.

Participants will discuss the development of architecture, construction, transport systems, urban planning, cultural heritage preservation, the use of modern materials and technologies, and the digital transformation of the industry.

Opening the conference, Evgeny Korolev, Vice Rector for Research at SPbGASU, welcomed the participants and noted the event's importance for the development of the professional and scientific community. He emphasized that industry specialists require no further proof of the importance of architecture, construction, and transportation for the country's development.

Evgeny Korolev noted that the scientific event once again brought together a broad professional community—over 700 participants from 38 Russian regions and friendly countries—and emphasized the role of the 17 scientific sections where research results will be presented. He paid special attention to the implementation of artificial intelligence in industry-specific research, noting its relevance in light of recent government initiatives in this area.

The Vice-Rector thanked his partners—the Russian Engineering Academy and the Russian Academy of Architecture and Construction Sciences—and his information partners—the leading scientific and technical publications Industrial and Civil Construction and the Construction Materials magazine, which is celebrating its 70th anniversary.

Dmitry Shvidkovsky, President of the Russian Academy of Architecture and Construction Sciences, congratulated the university on the opening of the conference and emphasized the long-standing and fruitful ties between architectural schools in St. Petersburg, Moscow, and other regions.

In his address, he noted that such conferences are of fundamental importance for the development of science and the professional environment, since it is scientific dialogue that shapes the direction of industry development.

Alexey Mikhailov, Chairman of the Committee for State Control, Use, and Protection of Historical and Cultural Monuments of St. Petersburg, thanked SPbGASU for training specialists needed in the field of cultural heritage preservation.

He discussed in detail the state task of restoring over a thousand cultural heritage sites and noted the challenges in implementing this program. Alexey Mikhailov pointed to the acute shortage of restoration engineers and specialists skilled in historical technologies, as well as the importance of a thorough engineering and infrastructural analysis of the sites. He expressed confidence that the conference will address pressing issues in the field of cultural heritage preservation.

Valery Uskov, Deputy Chairman of the St. Petersburg Construction Committee, emphasized the importance of the conference as a platform for bringing together professionals and noted the city administration's interest in its results.

"St. Petersburg is a city with a unique architectural heritage and ambitious development plans. That's why the ideas and research presented at the conference are crucial for shaping future urban policy," said Valery Uskov, noting the construction industry's leading position in the city's economy and wishing the participants fruitful discussions.

Elena Kramskova, Deputy Chair of the St. Petersburg Committee for Urban Development and Architecture, congratulated the participants and reminded them that the city approved a new general plan last year and is currently working on land use and development regulations. "In this regard, the Committee highly values the scientific ideas and proposals generated by the professional community," said Elena Kramskova, noting the importance of training new specialists. "The decisions made during the conference are directly relevant to the city's sustainable development."

The conference also received greetings and congratulations from the following individuals:

• President of the Russian Engineering Academy Boris Gusev, • Chairman of the Housing Committee of St. Petersburg Denis Udod, • President of the Union of Construction Companies "Soyuzpetrostroy" Yuri Grudin, • Member of the Council of NOPRIZ Alexander Vikhrov, • General Director of the "Mamoshin Architectural Workshop", Honored Architect of Russia Mikhail Mamoshin.

Following the welcoming addresses, participants were presented with scientific reports on modern approaches to urban development, the implementation of digital technologies, innovations in the construction industry, strategic territorial development, and improving the quality of the living environment.

Following the plenary session, the conference program continued with visits to thematic exhibitions dedicated to the university's history and research areas. Participants viewed the exhibition "Architecture and Construction Craftsmanship: Scientific Publications and Creative Projects of the 17th–19th Centuries from the Collection of the Institute of Civil Engineers" at the SPbGASU Scientific and Technical Library, as well as the exhibition "History of SPbGASU" at the university's Historical and Information Center.

The conference will continue on November 21.

Plenary session

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Speech by Evgeny Nesterov

On November 11, Oleg Chernetchenko, Director of Design at the Laboratory of Intelligent Engineering Systems (LIES), and Evgeny Nesterov, Head of the Information Modeling Department at the same company, gave a lecture to second- and fourth-year students of the Faculty of Civil Engineering at St. Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering (SPbGASU). LIES experts have been creating smart buildings and spaces for living and business for 18 years, and in their free time, they conduct workshops. podcast about design.

The speakers provided detailed insights into career paths in BIM and design.

Evgeny Nesterov shared his professional story and discussed a difficult career choice: whether to take a risk and join a startup or accept a job offer from a stable company. This experience served as an opportunity to discuss strategies suitable for young professionals at the start and what's important to consider when making your first serious decisions.

Oleg Chernetchenko offered practical advice, including personal experience, on how to successfully navigate interviews: how to prepare, what's important to highlight when sharing your experience, and what skills are particularly valuable in future BIM specialists and designers.

Lively stories, new ideas, and honest conversations about the profession made the meeting especially valuable: such lectures help students look to the future with more confidence and understand how to chart their own development path.

If you missed this lecture but would like to attend the next ones, stay tuned for announcements on the SPbGASU website and social media – LIIS promises to return with new, exciting presentations.

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Olga Pastukh presents a certificate to a graduate student participating in the conference.

On November 15–16, Zhengzhou University (ZZU, China), in collaboration with the Henan Provincial Cultural Heritage Committee, held an international conference, "Transportation Heritage Preservation and Sustainable Urban Development." The conference brought together environmentalists, cultural heritage conservationists, sustainable development experts, and academics.

Olga Pastukh, Deputy Dean for Research of the Faculty of Civil Engineering at SPbGASU, Associate Professor of the Department of Architectural and Civil Engineering, and PhD in Architecture, presented a report at the conference entitled "Architectural Aspects of the Development of Transport Routes and Rail Links between Russia and China in the Late 19th – Mid 20th Centuries." "Preservation of the historical and cultural heritage of railway strongholds according to the basic principles of reconstruction of historical territories between Russia and China is an important part of preserving history and the basis for the further development of cultural communication and international cooperation. The basic principles include the comprehensive reconstruction of individual fragments of the urban environment, including individual architectural objects, taking into account modern urban-ecological norms and rules; preservation and enhancement of the positive qualities of the existing architectural and spatial environment, neutralization or elimination of dissonant development elements; continuity in urban planning and architectural design; streamlining work in the field of identifying architectural monuments; an individual approach to each cultural heritage site; competent engineering and design support for objects; "Development of reconstruction projects on a competitive basis; development and consideration of regional urban planning norms and regulations," she noted.

Presenting reports on the situation in their countries, the plenary session participants emphasized the need for international cooperation in preserving cultural heritage, sites, and settlements formed along transportation routes, including the Silk Road and the Trans-Siberian Railway, which connected European Russia with the Far East and China. Furthermore, the speakers noted the undeniable importance of restoring intercultural interaction to preserve the national authenticity of heritage sites and conducting joint research in this area.

Presentations at the thematic sections included international specialists, as well as master's and doctoral students conducting research, archaeological, and project work in relevant areas under academic supervision. Following the section sessions, the students received certificates of honor from the conference's international guests.

At the closing ceremony, held at the Institute of Architecture at Zhengzhou University, Professor Emeritus, UNESCO Fellow in Cultural Studies, and Director of the Asian Association of Cultural Heritage Management (AAHM) spoke. He thanked all participants for their active discussion of the cultural heritage issues of transport cities and ways to further develop them, taking into account modern environmental standards and economic aspects within the framework of sustainable territorial development.

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On November 15, SPbGASU hosted an Open Day for the Faculty of Civil Engineering, the Faculty of Environmental Engineering and Urban Management, the Faculty of Economics and Management, and the Faculty of Full-Time Education.

The Open Day began with a summary of the 2025 admissions campaign, as well as presentations of the faculties and current educational programs. Guests were addressed by Olga Tatarinova, Deputy Secretary of the Admissions Committee; Andrei Nikulin, Dean of the Faculty of Civil Engineering; Olga Nesterova, Deputy Secretary for Admissions at the Faculty of Civil Engineering; Olesya Samodolova, Deputy Secretary for Admissions at the Faculty of Environmental Engineering and Urban Management; Galina Tokunova, Dean of the Faculty of Economics and Management; and Sergei Shirshkov, Dean of the Faculty of Continuous Education.

Vladimir Sharmanov, PhD in Engineering and Head of the Product and Methodology Department of the Innovation Directorate, a representative of SPbGASU's industry partner, Etalon Group, also addressed the university guests. He discussed areas of collaboration between the company and the university, as well as internship and employment opportunities.

The departments held presentations of their educational programs.

Applicants had the opportunity to meet with Admissions Committee Secretary Ilya Gladushevsky, his deputy Elvira Tkachenko, and other Admissions Committee staff. For applicants planning to apply for targeted, special, and separate quotas, a presentation on the admissions process for quota spots was held in the Admissions Committee conference room.

To introduce the scientific potential of SPbGASU, Alexey Khegay, Head of the Department of Reinforced Concrete and Masonry Structures, held a popular science lecture, "Reinforced Concrete Structures," in the Academic Council Hall.

In addition, the guests were given tours of the interdepartmental laboratory of the Faculty of Civil Engineering.

We hope the open day helped students decide on their future studies, and we look forward to welcoming them as first-year students at SPbGASU!

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Sergey Mikhailov, Svetlana Golovina, Evgeny Korolev, and Dmitry Ulrikh at the Henan Urban Planning University Museum

In early November, a delegation from the St. Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering made an official visit to the People's Republic of China. The purpose of the trip was to develop international cooperation, strengthen partnerships, and expand joint research and educational projects with the country's largest universities.

The delegation was led by Svetlana Golovina, First Vice Rector of SPbGASU. The delegation included Sergey Mikhailov, Vice Rector for Academic Affairs; Evgeny Korolev, Vice Rector for Research; Dmitry Ulrikh, Dean of the Faculty of Environmental Engineering and Urban Management; Natalya Golovina, Director of the Center for Education Quality Monitoring; and Shuainat Akhmadulaeva, Head of the International Affairs Department.

The first stop of the visit was Anhui University of Science and Technology, one of the leading scientific and educational centers in Anhui Province, which includes more than 40 state-level research institutes and laboratories.

SPbGASU was greeted by Deputy Secretary of the Party Committee Yu Yugang, Vice-Rector Zhao Ying, and Professor Feng Shouzhong. During the meeting, the parties signed a memorandum of cooperation, which provides for:

academic exchange of students and faculty; holding joint scientific events; preparing publications and implementing research projects.

The next stage of the trip was a visit to Zhengzhou University, one of the largest universities in China, part of the national Double First-Class program.

The SPbGASU delegation was met by Vice-Rector Wang Haijie, representatives of the International Department, and faculty. The parties signed an expanded cooperation agreement, which includes:

Academic mobility programs; joint educational initiatives; exchange of teachers and researchers; participation in international scientific projects; creation of joint research centers and laboratories.

The Chinese side emphasized the high potential of SPbGASU as a partner in the field of engineering and architectural education.

The final stop of the visit was Henan University of Architecture and Civil Engineering (HSU), with whom SPbGASU has been developing cooperation since 2017. Since 2022, SPbGASU faculty have been participating in the undergraduate program in Water Supply and Sanitation, and several university specialists have been appointed visiting professors at HSU.

The delegation was met by Rector Chen Guixiang, Vice Rector Sun Yuzhou, and representatives of the university's international services. The following topics were discussed at the meeting:

launching a joint 4.0 double degree program; establishing international educational institutions; developing scientific laboratories; holding conferences, summer schools, and research seminars.

A special event was the participation of a delegation from SPbGASU in the graduation ceremony of the outgoing academic mobility program. SPbGASU students who studied at KSU from October 20 to November 14, 2025, successfully completed the program and received certificates.

The official visit of the SPbGASU delegation to China marked a significant step in the development of the university's international cooperation. The signing of memoranda and agreements opened up new opportunities in academic mobility, joint educational programs, including dual degree programs, research projects, participation in international grants, and the establishment of research centers.

The Chinese partners expressed interest in expanding cooperation and praised SPbGASU's scientific and educational potential. The results of the visit form the basis for long-term cooperation and strengthen SPbGASU's position in the international academic community.

A report on the SPbGASU delegation's visit is available on the KSU website.

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