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A working meeting between representatives of the World Intellectual Property Organization and the university's management was held at Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University. The discussion focused on the development of the regional IP ecosystem and the identification of new areas for joint project and analytical work. The event emphasized the university's key role as a driver of technological development and a center of excellence in intellectual asset management.

The meeting was a logical continuation of many years of fruitful cooperation, within which SPbPU successfully operates a first-level Technology and Innovation Support Center (TISC)—a leader in the all-Russian ranking of such structures.

In his opening remarks, SPbPU First Vice-Rector and Corresponding Member of the Russian Academy of Sciences Vitaly Sergeev highlighted the university's systematic approach to integrating science and IP rights: "For a modern research university, intellectual property is not just a formality, but a fundamental asset that requires professional management at all stages—from fundamental research to commercialization. Our goal is to create an environment where every scientist and developer will see IP tools not as a barrier, but as a powerful catalyst for implementing their developments in the real economy."

Pavel Spitsyn, Director of the WIPO Office in the Russian Federation, noted the strategic importance of cooperation with leading universities. He stated that regional competence centers, such as the TISC at SPbPU, are critical nodes in the global innovation infrastructure. Their work directly impacts the integration of national scientific achievements into the international intellectual property system. Spitsyn emphasized the significant potential for developing joint educational and analytical programs aimed at training personnel capable of working with IP at an advanced level.

Natalia Leontieva, Head of the SPbPU Research Projects and Programs Support Department, spoke about the Center's practical work and promising areas: "The popularization of intellectual property knowledge has now gone far beyond seminars. We are talking about building a comprehensive support system where information resources, patent law expertise, and mentoring support are combined for specific research teams. Holding over 60 events annually is not just a statistic, but a reflection of the growing demand from the scientific community for in-depth, specialized knowledge in IP."

Ismail Kadiev, Director of the Center for Intellectual Property and Technology Transfer at SPbPU, emphasized the importance of metrics and efficiency: "Our TISC's leadership in the national rankings for five years is an indicator of the sustainability of the model we've built. However, the focus is currently shifting to the quality and depth of IP portfolio development. We are committed to developing predictive analytics tools that will enable us to assess the commercial and scientific potential of IP assets at early stages, a global trend in innovation management."

A WIPO delegation visited Technopolis Polytech, a unique venue where breakthrough scientific and educational technologies are transformed into ready-made engineering solutions for industry.

During the visit, the guests also learned about the work of the university's leading scientific and educational centers. At the Polytechnic Supercomputer Center, delegates were shown how modern computing power is used to solve complex research problems, including big data modeling and analysis for projects related to the creation and management of intellectual property.

WIPO representatives also visited the SPbPU Open Education Center, where they discussed current trends in online learning and the potential for developing massive open online courses on intellectual property, which opens new horizons for educational work.

A visit to the technology park and key university centers clearly demonstrated how intellectual property rights generated in university laboratories become the foundation for the creation of new high-tech companies and teams.

The World Intellectual Property Organization is a specialized agency of the United Nations dedicated to developing a balanced and accessible international intellectual property system. The WIPO office in Russia was opened in Moscow in 2014.

SPbPU is one of Russia's leading technical universities, and has hosted a first-level Technology and Innovation Support Center (TISC) since 2015. The center provides inventors and developers with free access to patent and non-patent resources and conducts extensive educational outreach.

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The IPMEiT Sports Festival 2025, dedicated to the 10th anniversary of the Institute of Industrial Management, Economics, and Trade, concluded at Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University. It once again brought together students, faculty, staff, and alumni, creating an atmosphere of unity, energy, and athletic excitement.

The festival's key day, held at the Polytechnic Sports Complex, brought together dozens of teams and individuals. Students and graduates competed in five disciplines: football, volleyball, basketball, swimming, and table tennis.

The team winners in the following events were: "Peterhof Wolves" (captain Artem Tereshchuk) in the football tournament, "The Road to 130 kg" (captain Timofey Korolev) in volleyball, and the "AirBall Team" (captain Timur Karamzin) took home the title of best basketball players. Varvara Prikhodchenko, Artem Makarov, Alexandra Sabanova, and Saveliy Cherepanov excelled in the individual swimming and table tennis events. Many competed in several sports, demonstrating their versatility and high level of preparation.

Artem Makarov, a student majoring in Business Informatics, deserves special attention. He was one of the festival's most active participants, competing in four of the five disciplines and winning prizes in all of them.

For me, the sports festival isn't just a competition, but an opportunity to rediscover the thrill of sport, surround myself with a team, and be inspired by the Polytechnic University atmosphere. Participating in various sports, you realize how exciting it is to try something new and support others. These events bring people together and leave a mark on a student's journey—and that's what makes them truly valuable," shared Artem Makarov.

A special event of the festival was a meeting between Vladimir Shchepinin, Director of the Institute of Mechanics and Technology, and student hockey players from the "Black Bears" team, which won the Student Hockey League Super Cup in September. Among the winners were IPMEIT undergraduate and graduate students Evgeny Poltanov, Gleb Sedykh, Bogdan Olikhin, and Igor Ranyev. The discussion focused on combining sports and studies, prospects for professional growth, and the importance of support from the institute.

We are proud that our students not only successfully complete their academic programs but also bring glory to Polytechnic University in the sports arena. Their victories are the result of hard work, willpower, and passion for their work, emphasized Vladimir Shchepinin.

A meeting between students and representatives of the Zenit football club was held in the Posnikov Conference Hall of the IPMEIT academic building as part of the sports festival. Representatives of the club's departments addressed the students: Content Director Artyom Petrov, Head of the Zenit Volunteer Center and Polytechnic University graduate Tatyana Nakhalova, Head of the Temporary Personnel Training Center Natalia Ivanenko, and the center's expert Igor Pavlovich.

"For me, as someone developing in the media, the meeting with Zenit representatives was very inspiring. It was fascinating to learn how ideas are born, content is developed, and a fan communication strategy is developed. Now I want to move in this direction even more confidently," noted Alexander Zinchenko, Deputy Chairman of the IPMET Faculty for Information and Media Activities and a student majoring in Marketing in Commercial Activities.

The festival concluded with the traditional event in the large hall of the Polytechnic Sports Complex. Students, alumni, staff, and faculty competed in team games, sports quizzes, and contests of skill and erudition. Five teams from the institute's higher schools and a team of staff and alumni took part in the program, which ultimately won. The team from the Higher School of Business Engineering took second place, and the team from the Higher School of Service and Trade took third.

The IPMEIT Sports Festival is more than just a series of competitions, but an important tradition that unites our institute's extended family. Such events shape corporate culture, strengthen team spirit, and create an atmosphere of support and mutual respect. "Every year, the festival demonstrates that IPMEIT is a community of active, goal-oriented, and caring people for whom sport is a part of their lives and a source of energy for new achievements," noted Vladimir Shchepinin, Director of the Institute of Industrial Management, Economics, and Trade.

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For the second year, the Times Higher Education (THE) ranking agency, which publishes a family of international university rankings, together with the American Schmidt Science Fellows foundation, has published a ranking assessing the effectiveness of universities in interdisciplinary research – THE Interdisciplinary Science Rankings 2026 (ISR).

This year, Polytechnic University is featured in this ranking for the first time and immediately entered the top 400 universities worldwide for interdisciplinary research. Among Russian universities, SPbPU shares 10th and 11th place with Kazan Federal University. A total of 1,267 higher education institutions worldwide participated in this year's ranking, including 51 from Russia.

"Our university emphasizes interdisciplinary research as a driver of progress and the formation of the university of the future. Innovative projects such as the high-tech production of power engineering components demonstrate the synergy of competencies in digital modeling, materials science, and energy. Polytechnic University also promotes interdisciplinary approaches in education. The MetaCampus Polytechnic University virtual system creates the conditions for acquiring comprehensive skills in digital technologies, architecture, and management. These are just a few examples reflecting the university's high level of technological development and motivating teams from various fields to unite to create world-class developments," commented SPbPU Rector Andrey Rudskoy.

In today's world, scientific breakthroughs rarely occur in a narrow, isolated field. It is at the intersection of disciplines that the most daring ideas and solutions are born. Interdisciplinary research at our university is not just a trendy trend, but a fundamental principle that allows us to create synergies and open new horizons, noted Vice Rector for Human Resources Maria Vrublevskaya.

The ISR methodology is based on an analysis of 11 indicators divided into three groups corresponding to the life cycle of a research project: inputs (19% of the total weight), ongoing activities (process, 16% of the total weight), and outputs (65% of the total weight). Within these groups, indicators such as funding for interdisciplinary research, including from industry, administrative support and promotion, as well as the quantity and quality of cross-disciplinary scientific publications were assessed.

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The St. Petersburg Student Team Gathering traditionally brought together all the proactive members of the Polytechnic University headquarters. Over the weekend, participants not only attended lectures, master classes, and training sessions, but also participated in various professional competitions.

At the Media Competition, the headquarters of the student brigades of the Polytechnic University took first place, consisting of Yuriy Gaichuk (SSO "Astra"), Matvey Spirin (SSO "Iskra") and Marina Tregubova (SPO "SOzvezdie").

In the competition for the best team compositions, the Polytechnicians undoubtedly stood out.

"The best command staff of the SSServo": Commander of the SSServo "Atria" Maria Markova – 1st place; Commissar of the SSServo "Altair" Oksana Menshchikova – 1st place; Master of the SSServo "Atria" Vlada Chernyaeva – 3rd place. "The best command staff of the SOF": Commander of the SOF "Orion" Maxim Zarubin – 1st place; Commissar of the SOF "Orion" Daniil Zaitsev – 1st place; Master of the SOF "Orion" Dmitry Korobeynikov – 1st place. "The best command staff of the SOP": Commissar of the SOP "Provorny" Ulyana Shtol – 1st place; Commandant of the SOP "Provorny" Ksenia Zubenko – 1st place. "The best command staff of the SPO": Commander of the SPO "SOzvezdie" Maria Kravchenko – 1st place; Methodologist of the SPO "SOzvezdie" Ekaterina Ryabizo – 2nd place; Aleksandr Karandashev, commandant of the SPO "SOzvezdie," took second place. Damir Asanov (SAO "Arkhont") was named the best SAO commissar in the "Best Crisis Solution" category.

During the season, service teams honed their skills to perfection and demonstrated this at the SSServO Professional Skills Competition.

Maid Nomination: Ekaterina Babkina (SSServO Altair) — 2nd place. Chef Nomination: Gleb Guzov (SSServO Altair) — 2nd place. Waiter Nomination: Marina Kiseleva (SSServO Altair) — 2nd place. Bartender Nomination: Vyacheslav Kuznetsov (SSServO Altair) — 3rd place.

At the same time, student construction teams worked at the “Professional Skills SSO” competition:

"Best Foreman": Matvey Dmitriev (SSO "Iskra") – 2nd place; Dmitry Korobeynikov (SSO "Orion") – 3rd place. "Best Work Team": Team "Iskra" – 1st place; Team "Orion" – 3rd place. "Best Occupational Safety Specialist": Petr Telov (SSO "Iskra") – 1st place; Veronika Valker (SSO "Orion") – 2nd place.

Members of Peter's detachments also worked on methodological developments. The master class "Sleepy Jellyfish" from the SPO "SOzvezdie" was recognized as the best, taking first place. Among the trainings, first place went to "Museum of Motives and Incentives" from the SPO "Scarlet Sails," and third place went to "Accept Yourself. This is Where It All Begins" from the SPO "SOzvezdie."

At the end of the program, members of all units gathered for a creative competition to see the most striking performances of the evening. The SPO "SOzvezdie" won the "Group Dance" category with their rousing number "Missing the Target." The SPO "Alye Parusa" and SPO "SOzvezdie," along with the SPO "Svoboda," also won the "Mini-Group Dance" category. Their number "In Anticipation of the Holiday" evoked that special feeling of anticipation among the audience and the jury.

The guys gave it their all, showing everyone what professionals they are in their field.

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The 3rd industry conference "Oil and Gas Infrastructure on Permafrost Soils" was held in St. Petersburg. The conference focused on the study and discussion of issues related to the operation and construction of oil and gas facilities in permafrost zones.

The first conference on this topic was organized at Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University in November 2023. The organizers—SPbPU and Gazprom Neft—set the goal of uniting representatives of the scientific and industrial communities and creating a common platform for exploring new approaches to monitoring, developing, and safely operating facilities in the permafrost zone, as well as adapting them to climate change. The initial experiment proved successful, and a year later, the Polytechnic University the second conference took place "Oil and gas infrastructure on permafrost soils."

This year, the professional community meeting is being held at two venues—not only at SPbPU, but also at the Arctic and Antarctic Research Institute.

The third conference was attended by over 300 representatives of oil and gas companies, service and manufacturing enterprises, and the engineering and scientific communities, including Gazprom, Norilsk Nickel, NOVATEK, Rosneft, Surgutneftegaz, SIBUR, Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University, Lomonosov Moscow State University, the Institute of the Earth Cryosphere of the Federal Research Center "Tyumen Scientific Center," the Skolkovo Institute of Science and Technology, and others. Leading Russian scientists, climatologists, government officials, and industry representatives sought answers to the challenges associated with climate change and the development of projects in the permafrost zone. The conference presented new technologies for permafrost soil monitoring and geotechnical monitoring, as well as solutions for thermal stabilization and ensuring the reliability of facilities in the Far North.

The first day of the conference took place at the Arctic and Antarctic Research Institute. Vasily Tokarev, Head of the "Capital Construction of Oil and Gas Facilities" program at SPbPU's Scientific and Technological Complex "New Technologies and Materials," opened the event. Alexey Alkhimenko, Director of the Scientific and Technological Complex "New Technologies and Materials," delivered a welcoming address: "Today marks the opening of the third conference, which has attracted approximately 380 delegates. The number of participants grows each year. Most of them are business representatives, and this is most important; it demonstrates the relevance of the topics we discuss. In my opinion, this is no longer just a conference, but a community capable of addressing issues and working effectively in the chosen field."

Participants in the plenary discussion addressed topics such as the development of a state background monitoring system for permafrost, interaction with regions and businesses, and Gazprom Neft's strategy for technological development in the cryolithozone.

In 2024, Gazprom Neft established the Center for the Development and Operation of Permafrost Fields, which systematizes advanced approaches to the design, construction, and operation of industrial facilities in the Far North. The center's activities are focused on scientific research, comprehensive project assessments, and testing of technologies, equipment, and materials used to build infrastructure on permafrost soils.

More than 70% of promising fields in the Russian Federation are located in extreme zones with permafrost and permafrost soils, making construction difficult. Minimizing risks and increasing the reliability of field operations requires the development of new well construction and operation technologies, new approaches to the design, installation, and reliability of ground infrastructure, and the development of science-intensive products based on modern intelligent technologies.

The range of issues discussed by experts included geotechnical monitoring of oil and gas infrastructure facilities, climate change and environmental initiatives in the Arctic, engineering surveys on permafrost soils, well, pipeline, and road construction, and the development of technologies for the development and operation of facilities. The conference also focused on new approaches to education and training for the oil and gas industry.

The second day of the conference took place at Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University.

Alexander Yavarov, Associate Professor at the Higher School of Industrial, Civil, and Road Construction and Leading Researcher at the Scientific and Technological Complex "New Technologies and Materials," spoke at the "Foundations on MMG and Thermal Stabilization Technologies" section. He presented a calculation of the stability of structures under conditions of solifluction and seismic impacts.

At the "Well and Pipeline Construction at MMG" section, Nikolai Vatin, Director of the "Digital Engineering in Civil Construction" Scientific and Technological Complex, discussed the use of fractal analysis of fiberglass pipe structure to monitor the technical condition of composite in-field pipelines. Artem Davydov, a research engineer at the "New Technologies and Materials" Scientific and Technological Complex's testing laboratory, presented a paper titled "Bimetallic Pipelines for the Development of Industrial Infrastructure at Arctic Offshore Fields."

Vladimir Konyushkov, Associate Professor at the Higher School of Hydraulic and Power Engineering, spoke about the design of earth structures in complex geological and climatic conditions at the "Road Design and Construction on MMG" section.

The meeting of the working group "Design and Development of Infrastructure at MMG" was moderated by Vasily Tokarev, head of the "Capital Construction of Oil and Gas Facilities" department and research engineer at the Scientific and Technological Complex "New Technologies and Materials."

Interacting with industry at conferences like these gives us the opportunity to develop relevant topics and stay on top of trends. The Polytechnic University is constantly conducting research into improving construction in permafrost zones. Technologies are being implemented, new projects are being initiated—this is an ongoing process, and we see it as a long-term research agenda for the university," commented Alexey Alkhimenko.

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Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University has signed a cooperation agreement with the Russian Luge Federation. The university will assist athletes in upgrading their equipment.

The cooperation agreement was signed by Alexey Borovkov, Chief Designer for the Scientific and Technological Program "System Digital Engineering" at SPbPU, Director of the Advanced Engineering School "Digital Engineering" at SPbPU, and Natalia Gart, President of the Russian Luge Federation.

Taking into account the positive experience interaction with three-time world champion Roman Repilov In light of the regular tightening of the International Luge Federation's rules, Russian lugers, together with scientists and engineers from the SPbPU Advanced Engineering School "Digital Engineering," will analyze the design of sports sleds and develop innovative approaches to improving them, as well as enhancing the quality of materials, components of sports equipment, and athletes' gear.

"We are honored by the Russian Luge Federation's trust. Furthermore, we are focused on achieving the national goal of technological leadership—the superiority of our technologies and products over their foreign counterparts in key parameters. This is precisely what connects us to elite sports, where we also need to be faster, stronger, and higher, and, among other things, win with the help of the best technology and the best sports equipment," emphasized Alexey Borovkov. "Therefore, with our experience, technological capabilities, and expertise, we are ready to assist and support Russian lugers, who will be able to win competitions with the help of improved equipment. We hope that the road to international competitions will soon be open, where Russian athletes will be able to demonstrate their excellence."

As part of the collaboration, the Polytechnic University team will conduct research and development work to optimize the design parameters of the sports sled. Modifying the shape, testing the runner materials for glide under different climatic conditions, optimizing the runner cross-section, recommending materials for selection, and rapidly modifying the sleds are just a small part of the planned research.

The Luge Federation, in turn, will present its partner's innovative developments, granting Polytechnic the status of its official partner and partner of the Russian National Luge Team for 2025–2026.

"Today we signed a very important agreement," noted Natalia Gart, President of the Russian Luge Federation. "I hope this cooperation will be fruitful, as luge is a battle of technologies, a high-tech sport, and technically complex. Therefore, we need the latest developments and constantly improve our equipment manufacturing technologies to remain competitive in the global sporting arena. I am confident that Russian scientists and engineers at the Polytechnic University will rise to this challenge."

Specialists from the Advanced Engineering School "Digital Engineering" at SPbPU will collaborate with the Russian Luge Federation. They have unique experience in mathematical and supercomputer modeling and the development of digital twins of the biomechanical triad "sled-racer-ice track."

Digital engineering is a high-tech, multidisciplinary, science-intensive approach to product development based on digital twin technology. It provides lifecycle support for products, maintaining a continuous connection between the physical (real) world and the digital (virtual) space.

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Dear Polytechnicians!

Department for Coordination of Activities of Educational Organizations

To assess the level of public awareness, the Russian Ministry of Education and Science is conducting a sociological survey entitled "Public Awareness of the Advanced Engineering Schools Project and the Priority 2030 Strategic Academic Leadership Program."

The survey is being conducted on the sociological research platform of the Federal State Autonomous Institution "Sociocentre".

Anyone can take part in the survey.

Duration: November 17, 2025 – November 28, 2025

To participate in the survey you must follow the link.

Main questionnaire

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On the day of the 10th anniversary of the Harmony volunteer center, Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University hosted its annual international youth festival, dedicated to the 80th anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War. The event brought together over 500 students from the Polytechnic University and other St. Petersburg universities, as well as young people from around the world, in an atmosphere of intercultural dialogue and mutual respect.

Before the concert program, guests explored 40 booths featuring students, Polytechnic youth organizations, and volunteer and charitable organizations from St. Petersburg. Guests enjoyed vibrant master classes and a fascinating introduction to the cultures of various countries and regions of Russia.

As part of the festival, the organizers invited everyone to participate in the All-Russian charity mutual aid campaign

The concert program in the White Hall was preceded by a vibrant ethnic fashion show featuring representatives from 19 countries and four regions of the Russian Federation: the Republic of Dagestan, the Chuvash Republic, the Khanty-Mansi Autonomous Okrug – Yugra, China, Uzbekistan, Vietnam, Turkmenistan, Palestine, Korea, Indonesia, Ecuador, Tunisia, Turkey, Tajikistan, Iraq, Egypt, Syria, Iran, India, Yemen, Azerbaijan, and Pakistan.

The fashion show opened with the designer's collection "Imperial Porcelain" in the Russian style, designed by Yulia Skornyakova, a student at the St. Petersburg Polytechnic University's Humanities Institute, and a vocal performance of "Mother Earth" by international competition winners Vera Ugai (SPbSPMU) and Milana Kardashova (SPbSUVM). After a spectacular creative performance representing the Russian Federation, other participants in the ethnic fashion show followed. Spectators were treated to a diversity of cultures and national costumes: from traditional Chuvash attire from the early 20th century to the silk-and-gold embroidered Palestinian garments known as "tatriz."

The festival's grand opening began with a performance of the Russian national anthem by vocalists from the SPbPU student vocal studio "PoliVox." Welcoming remarks were addressed by Maxim Pasholikov, Vice-Rector for Information, Youth Policy, and Security; Natalya Chicherina, Director of the Humanities Institute; Ivan Esipov, First Deputy Coordinator of the St. Petersburg Regional Branch of the Liberal Democratic Party of Russia (LDPR) and a veteran of the SVO; Igor Zhukov, Director of the St. Petersburg House of Nationalities; Vladimir Garazha, Deputy Head of the Kalininsky District; and Fyodor Vladimirov, Acting First Deputy Chairman of the St. Petersburg Regional Branch of the "Movement of the First."

Friendship and brotherhood are the greatest treasures! What is volunteerism? It's selfless participation in the fate of the Motherland, helping those in need, and a demonstration that the front and home front are united, that only together can we endure and win, says Andrei Goncharov, a member of the SVO and representative of the Defenders of the Fatherland Foundation in St. Petersburg.

The concert program included performances by youth groups: the Chinese number "Soaring Dragon," a welcoming lezginka from the Republic of Dagestan, the Korean drumming number "Yongchunim Solchangu" using the traditional double-headed changgu drum, "Dance with Arrows and Berry Picking" by the Ob Ugrians' creative folklore group "Uvas Khus," the Vietnamese number "Light of the Eastern Sun," and the Turkmen national dance "Kushtdepdi," which is included in the UNESCO List of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.

The Friendship Festival at the Polytechnic University is more than just a meeting of cultures and peoples; it's an important step toward creating a shared future based on mutual understanding, respect, and solidarity. It's important to remember that events like these help preserve our cultural heritage, foster patriotism, and foster a love of Russia, including among international students, noted Igor Zhukov, Director of the St. Petersburg House of Nationalities.

The festival was attended by foreign dignitaries: Nezmadjon Mamadzhanov, Chairman of the Regional Public Organization "Center for Support and Development of Uzbek Culture," Waddah Al-Jundi, Director of the Center for Russian-Arab Cooperation in St. Petersburg, Asel Rashidova, Director of the Uzbek Cultural Center of the Herzen State Pedagogical University of Russia, Ho Minh Nhit, Representative of the Vietnamese Students' Association in St. Petersburg, Gasan Gasanov, Head of the Representative Office of the Republic of Dagestan in St. Petersburg, Valerian Gavrilov, Chairman of the Chuvash National Cultural Autonomy, and others. All were presented with commemorative gifts in honor of the significant event.

It was an incredibly rich and vibrant day! The Friendship Festival once again proved that when we are together, nothing is impossible. Special thanks to our honored guests from the diaspora and cultural centers – your support is invaluable! The SPbPU International Student Community will continue to create a space where everyone can share their culture and learn about others, says Begench Mukhammedov, head of the International Student Community of the Humanities Institute and third-year student at the School of Law and System Engineering.

The festival took on special significance in connection with the 10th anniversary of its main organizer, the Harmony volunteer project center at the Polytechnic University, which began its work in the fall of 2015.

The very first Friendship Festival took place in 2016 and has undergone three rebrandings (in 2017, 2019, and 2022), but it continues to unite young people from all over the world.

I would like to sincerely congratulate the Harmony Center and its director, Tatyana Nam, on this very important and significant event. Being a spectator at the Friendship Festival, it was a pleasure to return to that warm atmosphere and reminisce. Harmony gave me great opportunities for self-fulfillment, new acquaintances, and a cozy atmosphere that I still want to immerse myself in today. I hope and sincerely believe that the center will continue to develop and reach new heights! said Artyom Kononov, former chairman of the Institute of Economics trade union, graduate student at the Institute of Economics, Machine Learning, and Technology, and deputy head of the sales department at Arman.

The celebration concluded with a performance of the song "Polytechnicians Are Us!" by soloists from the PoliVox vocal studio, with lyrics and music written by Maria Guner, a second-year student at the Humanities Institute and head of the PoliNova songwriting club. All the festival organizers took the stage to join in singing the anniversary anthem of the Harmony Center.

The festival's organizing committee would like to express special gratitude to SPbPU Vice-Rector Maxim Pasholikov and the Director of the Humanities Institute, Natalia Chicherina.

The event was held with the support of the Youth Policy Council under the Academic Council of SPbPU, the Directorate of the Humanities Institute, and the Higher School of International Educational Programs of SPbPU.

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In November, the Russian-Tajik (Slavic) University held advanced training courses for physics and computer science teachers in Russian-language schools in the Republic of Tajikistan. The program was implemented as part of an international collaboration between Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University and RTSU in response to the growing demand for modern science education in the country's schools.

The training was conducted in a hybrid format, combining in-person and remote modules, and covered two 72-hour courses: "Using Information Technology to Support the Physics Educational Process" and "Current Approaches to Teaching Computer Science in the Context of the Digital Transformation of Education." The course speakers were leading SPbPU faculty members—Pyotr Velikorussov, Deputy Director of the Institute of Physics and Mathematics, and Yuri Melnik, Senior Lecturer at the Higher School of Engineering.

Over the course of 11 days, teachers from Dushanbe, Kulob, and other cities not only attended lectures but also actively participated in practical classes, laboratory experiments, methodological discussions, and team projects. Particular attention was paid to interactive methods, digital platforms, and artificial intelligence tools that help make physics and computer science lessons visual, motivating, and research-oriented.

"It's impossible to talk about quality education today without digital tools and project-based learning. We tried to show our colleagues how technology can help boost students' interest in the subject," noted Yuri Melnik.

As part of the computer science module, each participant developed their own mini-course: filled it with lectures and practical assignments, set up an assessment system, and tested it in a group.

"Creating our course turned out to be challenging, but incredibly interesting," shared Sadokat Azizova, a computer science teacher at Dushanbe Lyceum No. 3. "We realized how important it is to consider not only the content but also the logic of interaction with students in the digital environment."

During physics classes, teachers worked with virtual laboratories developed at the Institute of Physics and Mathematics at SPbPU, as well as with real laboratory equipment from the Physics Department at RTSU. One of the key objectives was to develop a research-based approach to teaching among teachers.

Physics isn't just about formulas; it's a way of seeing the world. It's important for teachers to be able to convey this sense of discovery to their students, emphasized Pyotr Velikorussov.

Upon completion of the program, all participants who successfully passed the final assessment received advanced training certificates in the established Russian Federation format. RTSU management highly praised the teachers' level of engagement and intends to make these courses a regular feature, gradually expanding them to other subject areas.

The project has become a shining example of how Russian university education exports can be not only strategic but also personally meaningful, directly impacting the quality of school education and inspiring teachers to new achievements.

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The autumn of 2025 was marked by the active work of Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University to attract talented applicants fromCentral Asian countriesAt two major educational exhibitions in Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan, the scientific and educational potential of our Polytechnic University was presented by Tatyana Sytnikova, Deputy Head of the International Education Department; Maria Bocharova, Director of the Center for International Recruitment and Communications; and Alexandra Matvienko, Assistant Professor at the Higher School of Mechanics and Control Processes of the Institute of Physics and Mechanics.

At the end of October, a delegation from SPbPU worked at the Rossotrudnichestvo Representative Offices in Dushanbe and Khujand. More than 30 Russian universities participated in the 13th International Exhibition and Fair "Russian Education. Tajikistan 2025," which became the central event for Tajik applicants.

University staff discussed the most promising areas—from artificial intelligence and robotics to energy and new materials. Prospective students were particularly interested in the opportunity to enroll at SPbPU and study for free through the international Olympiad "Open Doors: Russian Scholarship Project."

At the educational exhibition, universities from virtually every region of the Russian Federation offer a wide range of options for choosing a specialization. Therefore, applicants have a unique opportunity to learn all the details directly, emphasized Andrey Patrushev, head of the Rossotrudnichestvo office in Tajikistan, at the opening in Khujand.

Over 200 individual consultations were held with applicants and their parents. Polytechnic University staff provided detailed explanations of the admission requirements and stages under the Russian Government quota, as well as contract-based study opportunities. In 2025, 13 students from Tajikistan were admitted to SPbPU under the quota, almost double the number from the previous year. Seven of them were admitted to the master's program, indicating growing interest in advanced training at the Polytechnic University.

Immediately following the events in Tajikistan, SPbPU presented its programs in the Kyrgyz Republic at the large-scale exhibition "Education in Russia 2026/27," which was held as part of the 3rd Forum of School Leaders of the Kyrgyz Republic in Bishkek, Kant, and Kara-Balta. The forum served as a platform for discussing current issues in the development of school education, management practices, career guidance, spiritual and moral education, and the implementation of digital technologies.

Polytechnic University representatives held working meetings with the heads of educational institutions in Kyrgyzstan, discussing opportunities for specialized training for schoolchildren in natural sciences, organizing Olympiads, and project-based activities, which are important elements of a long-term strategy for developing a future pool of applicants.

Applicants learned about admissions details, entrance examinations, and life in St. Petersburg at the university's booth. SPbPU staff presented new joint partnership programs with Salymbekov University for the first time. Parents' interest was also sparked by the fact that Polytechnic University is the only university offering this type of education for Kyrgyz students. Applications are now being actively accepted, and work is underway to expand the list of program areas.

Direct dialogue with applicants, their parents, and teachers not only enables effective recruitment but also builds long-term educational bridges that strengthen scientific and technical cooperation between countries.

"Personal communication with potential students is crucial for us," noted Maria Bocharova. "We see tremendous motivation among young people from Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan to obtain a high-quality engineering education in Russia. Our goal is to demonstrate all the opportunities that Polytechnic University offers them—from fundamental knowledge to working with cutting-edge technological equipment and launching a career with international companies."

Applications for study at SPbPU under the Russian Government quota for Tajik and Kyrgyz applicants continues until December 15, 2025.

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