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In 2026, the International Institute for Monitoring Democracy Development of the CIS Interparliamentary Assembly (IIMDD IPA CIS) celebrated its 20th anniversary. The IMDD was established to exchange information, summarize best practices in the development of democracy and parliamentarism, and respect for citizens' electoral rights. It has four branches (Baku, Bishkek, Yerevan, and Chisinau).

Andrey Rudskoy, Rector of the Polytechnic University, congratulated Dmitry Kobitsky, Secretary-General and Head of the Secretariat of the Council of the Interparliamentary Assembly of the Member Nations of the Commonwealth of Independent States, on the institute's anniversary. Andrey Ivanovich noted that the IIMRD's current activities represent a significant contribution to the development of parliamentary traditions and the strengthening of the rule of law in the Commonwealth states. In the year of its 20th anniversary, the institute is rightfully the pride of the Interparliamentary Assembly and a symbol of its commitment to deepening integration and mutual trust. The Rector of SPbPU emphasized that, as Chairman of the Expert Council on Science and Education at the IPA CIS, he sees how, thanks to the institute's immediate director, Professor Ivan Mushket, the IIMRD has not only strengthened its position but also significantly expanded its horizons. The director of the institute has managed to unite a highly professional community around him, whose daily work serves to improve legislation, implement democratic standards, and foster a legal culture among citizens.

In honor of the IIMRD's anniversary, the International Scientific and Practical Conference "Forming Trust in the Institution of Elections and Referendums: The Role of International Observation" was held at the Tauride Palace.

The event brought together parliamentarians, leaders and representatives of international organizations, government bodies and election administration agencies, public organizations, as well as scholars and experts from both CIS member states and other regions of the world.

Valentina Matvienko, Chairperson of the IPA CIS Council and Chairperson of the Federation Council of the Federal Assembly of the Russian Federation, sent a greeting to the participants.

Welcoming remarks were also delivered by the Chairman of the CIS Economic Court, German Nurbaev; the Secretary General of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, Nurlan Yermekbaev; the Executive Secretary of the CSTO Parliamentary Assembly and Head of the CSTO PA Secretariat, Sergei Pospelov; the Chairman of the Constitutional Court of the Republic of Belarus, Sergei Sivets; and the Chairman of the Constitutional Court of the Russian Federation, Valery Zorkin.

CIS Secretary-General Sergey Lebedev noted the IPA CIS's effective participation in monitoring elections and referendums, which enables analysis and objective assessment of the development of the electoral sphere in the Commonwealth.

The event was moderated by Ivan Mushket.

One of the key events was Dmitry Kobitsky's presentation on "International Election and Referendum Observation in a Multipolar World: Objectivity and Trust." International observation should not be an instrument of surveillance or pressure, but a platform for equal professional dialogue, based on voluntariness, reciprocity, and respect for sovereignty. These principles are enshrined in key CIS documents: the 2002 Convention and the 2008 IPA CIS Declaration, which set standards for impartial and constructive monitoring. Over 32 years, the CIS Interparliamentary Assembly has participated in the observation of 167 election campaigns, and the International Institute for Monitoring Democracy Development, established in 2006, provides methodological, analytical, and scientific support for these missions. This accumulated experience allows us not only to improve observation within the Commonwealth but also to participate in monitoring beyond its borders.

Representatives of the Polytechnic University are traditionally included among the expert observers from the CIS IPA.

A roundtable discussion entitled "Artificial Intelligence and Its Application in the Electoral Process: A Comprehensive Approach and Legislative Regulation" was held at the International Scientific and Practical Conference, chaired by Dmitry Mokhorov, Director of the Higher School of Law and Forensic Science at SPbPU. The discussion attracted the attention of specialists in electoral law and the electoral process in the Commonwealth of Independent States. The panel featured over 20 presentations on current issues related to the use of artificial intelligence in the electoral process and its legal regulation. Participants placed particular emphasis on countering election influence in all its forms, including through the use of modern technologies and artificial intelligence.

Faculty and students from Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University took part in the conference.

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A new team has joined the Polytechnic sports family: drone racing. It currently has 14 members, and recruitment is ongoing.

Experts believe drone racing is the sport of the future, combining speed, reflexes, and strategy. The Polytechnic University has the necessary foundation for its development.

Equipment:

Nazgul Evoque F5X V2 quadcopters; BetaFPV Meteor75 Pro quadcopters; RadioMaster Boxer ELRS control equipment; SkyZone FPV goggles and helmets; necessary accessories and consumables.

Trails:

for drones of classes 200/330; for drones of class 65/75.

Training takes place on Tuesdays and Thursdays starting at 7:00 PM. There's also a dedicated pilot area. Currently, the students are practicing on simulators and flying small drones on a small track at the Berloga Phygital Center (Grazhdansky, 30).

Athletes participate in competitions at various levels, including all-Russian tournaments.

To qualify for the national team, please fill out the form. follow this link.

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A master class on ebru with artist Aigul Okutan was held at the Higher School of International Relations of the Polytechnic Institute of Humanities.

The master class was a continuation of Aygül Okutan's exhibition "Turkey through the Eyes of a Russian Artist," which opened at the end of January at the Cultural and Exhibition Center of the Higher School of Technology and Energy of the St. Petersburg State University of Industrial Technologies and Design with the support of the Consulate General of Turkey in St. Petersburg.

Aygül Okutan spoke about the history, philosophy, and symbolic significance of ebru—the ancient art of painting on water, which originated in the East and particularly flourished in the Ottoman Empire. The artist then demonstrated the basic techniques for creating works and gave the workshop participants the opportunity to try their hand at this unique art form.

Sergey Pogodin, Academic Director of the Higher School of International Relations (HSIR), presented Aygül Okutan with a letter of gratitude for her contribution to the development of cultural dialogue and the popularization of Turkish artistic heritage in the university's educational environment.

At the end of the event, participants were treated to traditional Turkish tea and Turkish delight, which made the atmosphere even more welcoming.

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Polytechnic University graduate Nikolai Petrov was born and raised in the village of Nizhnie Tatmyshi in the Kanashsky District of the Chuvash Republic. Since 2018, he has been actively involved in volunteer work, rising from an event volunteer to an event organizer. In 2023, after graduating from Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University with a degree in Transport Process Technology, he volunteered for the Northeastern Military District.

Interview with Nikolai read in the special project “Persona”.

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The International Services of Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University, together with Viktor Gorelykh, Director of the Russian House in Mumbai, monitored the Indian market to determine the interest of companies and investors in innovative technologies developed at SPbPU. The analysis identified Thetabeta Analgorithms Pvt Ltd, an Indian company engaged in the commercialization of innovative technologies.

At the request of Thetabeta Analgorithms' management, an online meeting was held with a team from the Polytechnic University who have developed a technology for using microalgae to solve various environmental problems and produce diverse products. The meeting was attended by project leader Professor Natalia Politaeva, four graduate students, Vladimir Khizhnyak, Head of the International Cooperation Office, and Sergey Antonov, Head of the Department of International Scientific and Foreign Economic Relations. Colleagues from India expressed particular interest in using microalgae for carbon dioxide absorption and biodiesel production.

Natalia Politaeva provided a detailed explanation of the technology's capabilities and presented the results of testing it on a semi-industrial setup—a 100-liter photobioreactor—using real gases from the Severov Thermal Power Plant. Indian specialists asked numerous questions, and SPbPU graduate students actively participated in the discussion. The cost of implementing the innovation was of particular interest. To reduce the cost of the technology, they proposed cultivating microalgae in wastewater and injecting gases from industrial facilities. Practical testing of this approach has already shown positive results.

"Implementing the technology in Russia presents certain challenges," noted Natalia Politaeva. "In particular, the cool climate makes practical application of the technology on an industrial scale quite expensive. In India, thanks to the warm climate, the cost will be significantly lower."

In addition to the technology and its commercial potential, the meeting participants discussed the economic and organizational aspects of entering the Indian market.

India, with its huge population and serious environmental challenges, is extremely interested in green technologies. Our Indian partners understand this well and see great potential for applying our developments, emphasized Vladimir Khizhnyak.

Representatives of the Indian company confirmed their high interest in developing cooperation.

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Denis Usanov, Deputy Chairman of the St. Petersburg Transport Committee, delivered a lecture at the Institute of Industrial Management, Economics, and Trade. He discussed key trends and prospects for the development of the city's public transportation system. The event marked a significant milestone in the university's practice-oriented collaboration with government agencies.

The lecture, organized by residents of the Public Administration Laboratory (PAL) student association, was held in the format of an open dialogue. Denis Usanov spoke in detail about the modernization of the metropolis's transportation system, including rolling stock upgrades, the implementation of digital passenger flow management services, route network improvements, and the development of electric transport. The speaker paid special attention to the integration of new residential areas into the city's unified transportation infrastructure.

The presentation was followed by a discussion in which students asked questions about fare policy, passenger service quality, and employment prospects for young professionals in the transport industry. The audience's keen interest confirmed the relevance of such meetings, which allow future managers to directly interact with public sector practitioners.

St. Petersburg is currently one of Russia's leaders in digitalization and the implementation of innovative transportation technologies. Our strategic goal is to create a "smart city" where the traditions of classic St. Petersburg are harmoniously combined with future solutions. Collaboration with universities is particularly important in this process: it is here that the competencies and ideas that will shape the development of the city's transportation system are developed," Denis Usanov emphasized.

The university's collaboration with the relevant committee has been systematically developing for several years. Students complete internships in departments, participate in applied research, and prepare analytical projects and final theses on transport policy. Faculty from the Graduate School of Public Administration also serve on the committee's public council, participating in expert evaluations of initiatives and discussions of strategic decisions in the industry. These types of interactions develop students' practical understanding of public administration mechanisms and contribute to the development of specialists focused on solving real-world urban challenges.

"It's crucial for us that future managers understand the decision-making mechanisms in urban management," says Vladislav Protasovitsky, a fourth-year student majoring in State and Municipal Administration and secretary of the Public Administration Laboratory. "Denis Sergeyevich's lecture isn't just an overview of trends; it's a dialogue about the challenges facing the city's transportation system. I'm confident that such meetings motivate students to choose complex but interesting topics for their research and to further their careers by focusing on the development of their home city."

Such meetings are particularly valuable because they provide an opportunity to directly interact with government officials and ask questions about management practices. After the lecture, it became much clearer how decisions are made in the city's transportation system and what competencies are truly in demand in this area, noted Ekaterina Guryanova, a second-year Management student.

"It's especially important for IPMEIT that our students have the opportunity to directly interact with representatives of relevant government agencies and industry experts. Such meetings foster a practical understanding of the profession, help relate theoretical knowledge to existing management tasks, and strengthen the university's partnership with the professional community," said Maxim Ivanov, IPMEIT Deputy Director for Promising Projects and Youth Policy and mentor at the LPU.

Finally, the organizers announced the launch of a new thematic track within the student association, dedicated entirely to the transport development of St. Petersburg. The program includes a practical case study presented by the relevant committee, field trips to industry sites, and a series of expert meetings. This initiative aims to further strengthen the partnership between the university and government bodies, as well as to develop students' competencies in demand in the modern public administration system.

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250 voices, seven choirs, and one breath—the best choral groups from universities in the Northwestern and Central regions of Russia, as well as youth ensembles, met on the stage of the White Hall on February 23.

The concert of this unique combined choir of 250 people is a rare and powerful musical event, unparalleled in the history of Russian competitions and festivals.

"What one choir can't sing, seven can! And conducting such a huge ensemble is an incomparable pleasure," says Alexandra Makarova, artistic director of the SPbPU Chamber Choir. "The Interregional Choral Assembly 'United as a Choir' was created to realize such exciting creative ideas. It launched in Petrozavodsk in 2024, Moscow hosted the assembly in 2025, and this year, St. Petersburg and the Polytechnic University welcomed the guests."

Participants in this large-scale musical project included the Perpetuum Mobile student choir of Bauman Moscow State Technical University, the CARPE DIEM Chamber Choir of the National Research Nuclear University MEPhI, the Academic Choir of Petrozavodsk State University, the Academic Choir of the St. Petersburg Electrotechnical University "LETI", the Harmony Youth Chapel named after I.V. Roganova, the Lira Choir of the Nevsky PMC, and the Chamber Choir of the Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University.

On February 21, representatives of all seven choirs gathered for an informal meeting in the Polytechnic Tower to socialize and strengthen their creative ties. The following day, they rehearsed extensively to ensure the White Hall would vibrate on February 23. Two hundred and fifty people on stage is an impressive sight in itself, and two hundred and fifty voices create a grandiose sound: from a barely audible pianissimo to a solemn forte. The vibrant force of choral art was revealed by a program of works by St. Petersburg composers Mily Balakirev, Dmitry Smirnov, and Yuri Falik.

"This is a rare musical event, and we were able to participate in it. We, students from different universities, were so happy to be on the same stage!" shared Sergei Nelyub, a member of the Perpetuum Mobile choir at Bauman Moscow State Technical University.

This inspiring event was a great gift for the 127th anniversary of the founding of Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University.

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Vasily Vasilyevich Leontief (1905–1999) – economist, creator of the theory of inter-industry analysis, lecturer at the Leningrad Polytechnic Institute named after M. I. Kalinin. Laureate of the Nobel Prize in Economics "for his development of the input-output method and its application to important economic problems" in 1973.

Vasily Leontiev was born in August 1905, the son of an economics professor in Munich, and grew up in Petrograd. In 1921, he entered the Faculty of Social Sciences at Petrograd University, graduating as an external student in 1923.

After completing his studies, he began working as a lecturer in the Department of Economic Geography at the M. I. Kalinin Leningrad Polytechnic Institute. In 1925, he went abroad for medical treatment, where he continued his research. He remained a lecturer at the Polytechnic Institute until September 1926.

The personal file of V. V. Leontiev, a teacher at the M. I. Kalinin Leningrad Polytechnic Institute, is kept in the Central State Archives of St. Petersburg, Collection R-3121. Inventory 12. File 384.

In 1931, the scientist settled in the United States, where he conducted economic research and taught at Harvard and New York Universities. He was the founder and director of the American Institute of Economic Analysis and a consultant to the United Nations.

Wassily Leontief made extensive use of mathematical methods and soon developed new principles of mathematical analysis of the economy, making him a renowned scholar. In 1954, he was elected president of the Econometric Society, and in 1970, president of the American Economic Association. In 1973, he was awarded the Nobel Prize in Economics for his research, which he conducted while still in the Soviet Union.

In 1988, the scientist was invited to the USSR as an expert to consult on perestroika. That same year, he was elected a foreign member of the USSR Academy of Sciences.

A number of economic phenomena are named after Vasily Vasilyevich, such as the Leontief model and Leontief's paradox. Because of these discoveries, the scientist became known as the "apostle of planning."

Vasily Leontiev is an honorary doctor of the Universities of Brussels, Paris, and Leningrad, an officer of the Legion of Honor (France, 1968), and was awarded the Order of the Rising Sun (Japan, 1984) and the Order of Arts and Literature (France, 1985). He was also a laureate of the Bernard Harms Prize (1970).

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Engineers from the Higher School of Automation and Robotics at the Institute of Mechanical Engineering, Materials, and Transport at St. Petersburg Polytechnic University have developed a robotic system for in-line inspection of existing main pipelines before gas flow. The development is supported by the federal program "Priority 2030."

The Russian Federation's gas transmission system—the largest in the world—includes over 180,000 kilometers of trunk pipelines, over 700 compressor stations, and an extensive network of regional pipelines. To manage the technical condition and integrity of pipeline assets, as well as to ensure the operational safety of the entire network, a system of periodic in-line inspection using robotic technologies is currently being implemented.

The problem is that previously, after the construction of a new pipeline, diagnostics were performed after gas had been supplied. If defects were detected in the pipeline, this could lead to the failure of expensive equipment at compressor stations and other facilities. Therefore, developing a technology that would allow for rapid initial diagnostics of pipelines during construction is highly sought after and relevant today, including for economic reasons, explains Oleg Shmakov, Associate Professor at the Higher School of Automation and Robotics at IMMIT SPbPU.

To address this challenge, specialists at St. Petersburg Polytechnic University developed a unique autonomous in-line robotic diagnostic system (IRDS), a robotic platform. The robot can travel up to 60 km at tilt angles of up to 30 degrees within a 1,400 mm diameter pipeline. Furthermore, since the IDS's most important function is to provide a diagnostic system capable of autonomously detecting pipe defects, the Polytechnic University researchers are also developing algorithms for automatically detecting defects using data from the IDS sensors.

Another key feature of the SPbPU engineers' development is its energy efficiency. The diagnostic complex is designed to operate at temperatures as low as -40 degrees Celsius, requiring careful attention to all energy consumers within the system. The complex's high energy efficiency is ensured by an energy recovery system.

The first prototype of the robot, developed with the participation of the St. Petersburg Polytechnic University, is already undergoing pilot testing. Work is also underway to analyze the data received from the sensors so that all operational feedback can be incorporated into the next version of the VRDK.

Today, our main goal is to increase the speed of processing diagnostic data. We are currently collecting statistics and plan to use artificial intelligence technologies to process them. We are also identifying the specifics of VRDK operation in real pipelines at subzero temperatures. "More broadly, we are working to create a safe future where our homes will always be warm and cozy. Robots will perform all the complex work in extreme conditions, and we will help them with this," says Oleg Shmakov.

According to Polytechnic researchers, the implementation of a new VRDK capable of conducting diagnostics in autonomous mode will be possible as early as 2027.

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The Russian-Arabic Language and Culture Club has opened at the Polytechnic Institute of Humanities. Arabic is the official language in 24 countries: Egypt, Iraq, Bahrain, Syria, Algeria, the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Tunisia, and others. This new student initiative aims to foster intercultural dialogue, strengthen humanitarian ties, and expand the university's international cooperation.

The club was initiated by students Alexey Mochalov (Humanities Institute, Higher School of International Relations) and Youssef Bassem Hassan Abdelsamiyeh (Institute of Industrial Management, Economics, and Trade). The club will be led by Irina Kolesnik, a Middle Eastern culture teacher and responsible for international students at the Humanities Institute, and Abu Haidar Fawzi Hanna, an Arabic language teacher at the Higher School of International Relations at the Humanities Institute.

The opening ceremony brought together Russian and international students from SPbPU studying Arabic, interested in the history and culture of the Arab world, and international cooperation.

The program included a presentation of the club's concept and activities, plans for organizing language meetings, thematic lectures, discussion platforms, cultural evenings, and educational events focused on developing communicative and intercultural skills. Special attention will be paid to creating conditions for regular language practice and expanding students' academic contacts.

Assistant Vice-Rector for International Affairs Pavel Nedelko noted that this event is a particular joy for him, as many years ago he himself participated in and organized the "A Thousand and One Nights" event with Arab students.

The cultural and creative component of the program was an important element. At an exhibition dedicated to the traditions and cultural heritage of Russia and Arab countries, guests learned about their cultures, histories, and everyday life, and sampled national delicacies.

The musical accompaniment was provided by professional performer and renowned musician Argishti, who performed compositions on traditional Eastern instruments—the Arabic oud and the Armenian duduk. Incidentally, the musician's parents are both Polytechnic University graduates (his father is an Arab from Algeria, and his mother is Russian).

The cultural portion of the event continued with a performance by Iraqi artist Mustafa Akram and poetry readings in Russian and Arabic. A themed photo zone was also organized for guests.

The event's status was underscored by the presence of distinguished guests: Waddah Al-Jundi, Director of the Center for Russian-Arab Cooperation in St. Petersburg, and Selim Samir Ali Hassan, Press Secretary; Adam Ahmed Abdillah Ishaq, President of the African Unity NGO; and Irina Artemyeva, Representative of the House of Nationalities. Their participation underscores the initiative's significance for developing intercultural ties in St. Petersburg and strengthening partnerships between educational and public organizations.

The project was supported by the Directorate of the Humanitarian Institute and the Volunteer Projects Center "Harmony" (Dobro.Center SPbPU).

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