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From February 28 to March 15, the annual classic volleyball tournament for student teams took place in St. Petersburg gyms. The competition, which has now become a well-established tradition, attracted a record number of participants and provided fans with numerous exciting moments. The tournament was traditionally held in three stages: qualifying rounds, the main stage, and the final.

In 2026, 45 teams from various departments, headquarters, and universities across the city applied. In total, over 360 people participated in the games. The numbers speak for themselves: interest in the tournament is growing year after year.

Following the intense competition, the teams from the Polytechnic University confidently took the first two places.

1st place went to the long-standing tournament champion, the student construction team "Molot." The team once again demonstrated their high level of skill, defeating strong opponents. 2nd place went to the student agricultural team "Astra," which put on a great performance and finished just slightly behind the leaders.

Particular mention was made of those players whose skill was demonstrated throughout the tournament.

Best setter: Valeria Pushkareva from the Astra Sports Club; Best hitter: Leonid Myasoedov from the Molot Sports Club; Best server: Nikita Zelenov from the Astra Sports Club.

The atmosphere at the games was incredible: fans actively supported their teams with posters and chants. After the matches, participants shared experiences, discussed tactics, and simply had a good time among like-minded people. The tournament once again proved that student teams aren't just about hard work, but also about a vibrant, action-packed sports life.

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The first stream of an online educational course has been completed at the Civil Engineering Institute of Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University. Architectural designIt is being implemented on the national Open Education platform. The course was developed by Alexandra Zatsepin, a senior lecturer at the Institute of Civil Engineering and a member of the Union of Architects, with the support of the SPbPU Open Education Center and major developers—PJSC Samolet Group of Companies and Brusnika LLC. Over 300 students completed the program in the first cohort. The next cohort is scheduled to begin on March 30, 2026.

The main objective of the course is to explore modern trends in multi-apartment building design. Students learn to develop space-planning solutions that take into account urban planning constraints, ergonomic principles, safety, and accessibility.

The program includes four modules: "Building Placement on a Site," "Space Planning Solutions for Multi-Story Residential Buildings," "Enclosing Structures," and "Preparing Design Documentation in Accordance with Resolution No. 87." The theoretical portion consists of video lectures, longreads, interviews with partner company experts, test assignments, and a final certification test. The practical portion involves completing assignments and working on a multi-apartment building project.

The course utilized materials from partner companies. Samolet Group provided information on methods for creating courtyard areas, designing modern playgrounds and sports fields, landscaping, and creating utility infrastructure. The company also provided a database of standard section plans, sample layouts for apartments and individual spaces, such as bathrooms and kitchen areas, and sample design briefs. Brusnika provided albums of actual projects, solutions for underground parking and first-floor layouts, and access to photographs of completed projects.

The course is unique in that it includes exclusive interviews with representatives of partner companies. This allows students to gain insight into real-world design practices, explore current solutions, and examine case studies from leading construction industry experts. In an interview, Ekaterina Blagodar, chief architect of Samolet Group projects, discusses apartment layout trends, housing classifications, the impact of insolation and utilities on design, and the use of standard solutions in floor plan development. Konstantin Ustinov, chief engineer of Samolet Group projects, discusses the distribution of parking spaces between above-ground and underground parking, compliance with landscaping regulations, the design stages of underground parking entrances, and waste collection. Darya Batalova, head of the architecture department at Brusnika, shares her experience designing ground floors and underground parking garages in two interviews.

At Brusnika, we're happy to share our accumulated knowledge. In a project with the Civil Engineering Institute, we served as experts and helped supplement the theoretical portion of the course with practical examples. "In fields like urban planning or architecture, this is essential, as pure theory is significantly disconnected from what graduates encounter in the workplace," noted Daria Batalova, head of the architecture department at Brusnika.

Such partnerships are certainly the future. St. Petersburg Polytechnic University provides effective teaching methods and a structured theoretical framework, while industry experts provide practical experience and expertise. I sincerely thank my colleagues for their participation in creating the course: with their help, it was both useful and relevant! I am confident our collaboration will continue—we are already discussing practice-oriented topics for final theses for students at the Institute of Civil Engineering, emphasized the course's author, Senior Lecturer at the Institute of Civil Engineering, Alexandra Zatsepina.

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A national referendum on the adoption of a new constitution was held in Kazakhstan. International observers from the CIS Interparliamentary Assembly monitored the referendum at the invitation of Kazakhstan's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yermek Kosherbayev. Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed hope that the constitutional reforms in Kazakhstan will contribute to the further strengthening of the alliance and comprehensive strategic partnership between the two countries.

Russia and Kazakhstan have long had strong ties, including in education and science. Andrey Rudskoy, Rector of the Polytechnic University, is an Honorary Professor of Al-Farabi Kazakh National University. This is the university's highest award, given for outstanding contributions to the development of international scientific and educational cooperation.

"St. Petersburg and Almaty, Russia and Kazakhstan, are united by strong ties of friendship and professional cooperation," Andrei Ivanovich noted. "And for me, Kazakhstan is a small Soviet homeland, as I was born in the village of Tsabelevka in the Fyodorovsky District of the Kostanay Region of the Kazakh SSR."

Andrey Rudskoy specifically noted that model lawmaking is fundamental to the work of the CIS IPA Expert Council on Science and Education, enabling the implementation of international norms and principles at the national level that promote the development of all Commonwealth states. The council's experts are prominent scholars and specialists. During the formation of the CIS International Observer Mission, legal scholar and Doctor of Sciences Dmitry Mokhorov (deputy of the representative municipal body and director of the Higher School of Law and European Studies) was recommended by the academic community, at the request of the Rector of SPbPU.

During their work, international observers from the IPA CIS held working meetings with parliamentary senators and Majilis deputies, the heads of the Constitutional and Supreme Courts, the chairperson of the Central Election Commission and the head of the referendum commission of the Republic of Kazakhstan, representatives of government agencies, and public associations. On election day, they visited 24 polling stations with Kyrgyz parliament deputies Temirlan Aitiev and Zhanybek Amatov. "I would like to note the active participation of Kazakhstani citizens in the referendum, the well-organized work of the election commissions, and strict adherence to national legislation and international standards regarding the free expression of the will of citizens," said Dmitry Mokhorov.

The CIS International Observer Mission monitored the constitutional referendum both in Kazakhstan and at polling stations abroad in nine countries. The observers assessed the facilities created for people with limited mobility, visual impairments, and hearing impairments, including an audio recording of the constitution in Kazakh and Russian, documents in Braille, and volunteer assistance.

Secretary General of the CIS IPA Council Dmitry Kobitsky thanked the Central Election Commission of Kazakhstan and noted the high level of transparency of the referendum.

“We thank you for your attentive attention to the work of the observers at this important event for your country,” he emphasized.

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On March 18, the grand opening of the branded space of the Setl Group holding and the ISI directorate took place at the Civil Engineering Institute of Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University.

The event was attended by SPbPU Rector Andrey Rudskoy, Setl Group Board Member Ilya Eremenko, Setl City (Setl Group) Executive Director Igor Vlashchenko, and SPbPU Institute of Civil Engineering Director Marina Petrochenko.

The event was opened by SPbPU Rector Andrey Rudskoy, who congratulated the students and staff of the institute on the creation of a modern space for study and communication.

For the university's leadership, events aimed at developing infrastructure and improving the quality of the educational environment for students are of great importance. Initiatives implemented with the participation of industrial partners and SPbPU alumni, who continue to support their university and contribute to its development, are particularly significant. Such interaction strengthens intergenerational ties and promotes the training of highly qualified specialists, noted Andrey Rudskoy.

Igor Vlaschenko, Executive Director of Setl City (Setl Group), and Ilya Eremenko, a member of the Setl Group Board of Directors, also delivered welcoming remarks. They noted the high level of training of Polytechnic students and expressed interest in a long-term partnership with the university.

The ceremony culminated in a ceremonial ribbon-cutting, led by Andrey Rudskoy, Igor Vlaschenko, Ilya Eremenko, and Marina Petrochenko. Afterward, the guests were introduced to the new area's functionality. This branded space is equipped for students to comfortably work and relax.

Students from the Civil Engineering Institute expressed their gratitude to the organizers: "We are very pleased and grateful for the new opportunities offered by the institute's updated infrastructure. The comfortable environment allows us to focus on our studies and professional development."

Students presented representatives of the Setl Group holding with commemorative sweatshirts from the Civil Engineering Institute.

The opening of this space is a logical continuation of the active educational collaboration between the SPbPU Institute of Civil Engineering and the Setl Group holding company. Previously, the institute launched joint educational intensives for third- and fourth-year undergraduate students majoring in Construction.

Throughout the semester, the holding's experts, together with ISI faculty, teach classes on "Project Management Fundamentals" and "Organization of Planning and Management in Construction." Students explore the key stages of construction project implementation and master the specialized SetlSoft ICONA software suite, used by Setl Group for project management. The first cohort of the intensive educational program concluded on March 18, 2026. Participants who successfully completed the program received certificates of completion. For the second cohort, the final stage of training will be a business simulation, in which students will work in teams to solve practical problems simulating real-life engineering work.

The event also included the opening of the Institute of Civil Engineering's administration office. The modernized space has become a focal point for students, providing convenient access to administrative services and fostering an atmosphere of openness between the institute's leadership and students.

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The leaders of Russia and Vietnam have declared 2026 the Year of Bilateral Cooperation in Science and Education. A delegation from St. Petersburg Polytechnic University actively participated in educational events in Vietnam, including a large-scale "Applicant's Day" and the first Rossotrudnichestvo exhibition of the year, "Russian Universities – The Best Choice."

SPbPU was represented by Maria Bocharova, Director of the Center for International Recruitment and Communications of the Office of International Education (CIRC), and Daria Balitskaya, Senior Lecturer at the Higher School of International Educational Programs.

The first major event was the "Higher Education Admissions and Career Guidance Day 2026," organized by the Teiche newspaper and the Vietnamese Ministry of Education and Human Resources. The event was held at the Hanoi University of Technology (HUST), the country's leading technical university.

Applicant's Day is the largest event for Vietnamese schoolchildren applying to universities this year, both in Vietnam and abroad. It's the 24th year it's been organized by the Teiche newspaper and the Vietnamese Ministry of Education and Human Resources. The two main events take place in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City on March 8, bringing together approximately 20,000 participants—students and parents. This is the second time Russian universities have participated with a single stand, presenting not only their programs but also Russian education in general. "This greatly helps reach all applicants: they are brought in groups by bus at designated times so they can calmly consult and ask questions," noted Mai Nguyen Tuyen Hoa, First Secretary for Education at the Vietnamese Embassy.

SPbPU was represented at the national stand "Education of the Russian Federation." University representatives held hundreds of individual consultations for applicants interested in engineering and natural sciences. Vietnamese youth were particularly interested in the opportunities to participate in real-world research projects and modern laboratories at the Polytechnic University while still studying.

The next event of the program was the opening ceremony of the "Russian Universities – The Best Choice" exhibition at the Russian House in Hanoi. Vladimir Murashkin, Head of the Rossotrudnichestvo Representative Office in Vietnam, welcomed the guests and participants of the exhibition: "Leading universities of the Russian Federation have come to us today to talk about all the advantages of Russian higher education. Every year, the Russian government allocates 1,000 free places for Vietnamese citizens under a quota. Any schoolchild or student can test their skills by registering with the Education in Russia system and subsequently enroll in a Russian university for free. A Russian education is not just about studying, but also about career advancement."

Leading Russian universities presented their programs to hundreds of Vietnamese schoolchildren, students, and their parents. SPbPU's programs generated considerable interest among the technically minded youth. Applicants were attracted by the opportunity to participate in real-world engineering and scientific projects in the university's modern laboratories during their studies. During individual consultations, Polytechnic University representatives provided detailed information on admission requirements under the Rossotrudnichestvo quota, campus living conditions, and graduates' career prospects.

SPbPU representatives also joined a working meeting with Russian language teachers and parents of applicants at the Russian Centre of Science and Culture. The event provided an opportunity to discuss practical issues, including the level of language proficiency required for admission, pre-university preparation programs, and student adaptation during their studies in Russia.

On the first day of the exhibition, a delegation from SPbPU visited Ha Noi Metropolitan University. The university's Vice-Rector, Doctor of Sciences Nguyen Van Tuan, called the visit of their Russian colleagues an important step in developing academic cooperation. Polytechnic University representatives presented the university's educational programs and research capabilities, laying the foundation for future joint projects and academic exchanges.

That same day, the delegation visited Tung Thien School, where a presentation was held for students. The students were actively interested in choosing engineering majors and the admission requirements at SPbPU.

The visit continued in Haiphong. Following a meeting at Red Star University, the delegation visited two specialized schools for gifted children: Nguyen Chai School and Tran Phu School. Students at these schools are dedicated to studying Russian, participating in academic competitions, and considering Russian universities as a priority for higher education. SPbPU representatives spoke to the students about engineering and IT programs, research opportunities, and career prospects. The students' enthusiastic response and numerous questions confirmed that interest in Russian engineering education in Vietnam is steadily growing.

A separate and important mission for SPbPU representatives was their participation on the jury of the 19th Vietnamese School Olympiad in Russian and the 23rd Student Olympiad. Daria Balitskaya, a senior lecturer at the SPbPU Higher School of International Educational Programs, has been a jury member representing the Polytechnic University for several years. Vladimir Murashkin, head of the Russian House, noted that the presence of experts in Russian as a foreign language from leading Russian universities elevates the selection process to a whole new level.

The business program culminated in a visit to the Ministry of Education and Human Resources of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam. The meeting was opened by Nguyen Thi Thanh Minh, Deputy Director of the International Cooperation Department. She emphasized the Ministry's support for initiatives in the area of bilateral Russian-Vietnamese educational cooperation.

Vladimir Murashkin, Director of the Russian House in Hanoi, noted: "We have traditionally collaborated with Vietnam in the field of education for many years. This year, our pilot program reached a new level: over three thousand students registered and expressed their desire to study in Russia. We see that this is no longer just a choice of higher education, but a conscious choice of specialization—engineering, graduate programs, and science."

The Vietnamese identified priority areas for personnel training, highlighting artificial intelligence and digital technologies for industrial and economic development. Polytechnic University representatives confirmed that the university possesses all the necessary competencies to train specialists in this field.

The trip to Vietnam confirmed the enormous interest in Russian engineering education here. Thousands of schoolchildren at the "Applicant's Day," lively discussions with colleagues from ministries and leading universities in Vietnam, and serving on the jury of the Russian Language Olympiad—all of these are important steps in building long-term ties. The schoolchildren deserve special mention. They are specifically studying Russian; many started from scratch and demonstrated a high proficiency within a year. In specialized schools in Hanoi and Haiphong, we saw how carefully the traditions of Russian language learning are preserved. We were convinced that Vietnamese students are motivated, talented, and truly want to study in Russia," Maria Bocharova, Director of the Center for Modernization and Cultural Studies, concluded.

The participation of St. Petersburg Polytechnic University in the 2026 exhibition events in Vietnam not only attracted applicants but also strengthened partnerships with the country's leading educational institutions.

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From March 5 to 12, the Polytechnic University hosted the Gazprom Neft IT Tournament, bringing together students interested in modern IT trends and careers in the industry. From 106 applications, the company's experts selected the top 22 participants to advance to the finals. Five of them won in the following categories: "IT and Business Economics," "Enterprise IT Infrastructure," "Cybersecurity in the Oil and Gas Industry," "Telecommunication Systems," and "IT Service Support Management."

The tournament consisted of three stages. In the final, the best participants defended their solutions to company executives and experts and also had the opportunity to learn more about Gazprom Neft's corporate master's programs and career opportunities for young professionals.

"First of all, I'd like to thank the university where we established this research and education center five years ago. Petrovsky Polytechnic University is one of the country's best universities in terms of technology, educational processes, and expert potential. The programs in which you worked on these cases offer the opportunity to earn up to 60 additional points when applying to your master's programs. I wish you success, development, and new achievements," said Leonid Potapov, Head of IT Education at Gazprom Neft.

"We are honored that the in-person case defense is taking place here. The cases you solved represent real challenges, and they are faced by our IT and business units. It is proactive and passionate individuals like you who drive the transformation of the industry. I wish you outstanding presentations and a fair competition—the experience you gain here will stay with you for a long time," commented Irina Rudskaya, Director of the Gazprom Neft IT and Business Intelligence Center.

The winners of the tournament were Timofey Aganin, Gleb Shilonosov, Elena Mishanina, Vladimir Chaban and Alexander Luzin.

The tournament gave students the opportunity to try their hand at solving real-world company problems, receive feedback from experts, and learn about modern IT trends in the oil and gas industry. For many participants, this was an important step toward a future career in information technology.

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The prestigious AJP Northwest Russia international jiu-jitsu tournament took place in St. Petersburg. Our girls from the Black Bears – Polytech sports club not only performed well, but also took the entire podium in their division!

1st place – Vasilina Slinkina 2nd place – Margarita Baidakova 3rd place – Maria Novoselova

The 2026 International Jiu-Jitsu Championship in St. Petersburg is being held under the auspices of the Abu Dhabi Jiu Jitsu Pro International Wrestling League. This year, organizers recorded approximately 700 athlete registrations, double the number from the first tournaments. Athletes from Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Armenia, and Spain participated in the competition.

Following the competition, athletes received ranking points. These points will be taken into account when qualifying for the World Jiu-Jitsu Championship, which will be held this year in Abu Dhabi.

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Today marks the 140th anniversary of the birth of Alexei Nikolaevich Asafov, the designer of the first Soviet submarines. He was a 1911 graduate of the St. Petersburg Polytechnic Institute and a talented engineer who made a significant contribution to the development of shipbuilding in the USSR.

Alexey Asafov was born on March 18, 1886, in Kronstadt, the son of a steamship factory worker. His childhood among ships shaped his dream of becoming a marine engineer. To this end, he enrolled in the St. Petersburg Polytechnic Institute, which provided fundamental engineering training.

After graduating from the Polytechnic Institute in 1911, Asafov began his career at the Admiralty Shipyard, where he participated in the construction of the battleship Gangut. There, fate introduced him to the distinguished shipbuilder Ivan Grigoryevich Bubnov. In 1912, Alexey Nikolaevich transferred to the Baltic Shipyard in the submarine department, and then went to Revel (Tallinn), where he spent five years building Bars-class submarines—the best submarines in the Russian Navy at the time.

After the revolution, the engineer returned to Petrograd. Amid devastation and famine, he took charge of submarine repairs at the Admiralty and Baltic Shipyards. Thanks to his efforts, the submarines Panther, Okun, Minoga, and others were returned to service.

In the 1920s, Asafov became the head of Sevzapvoenprom, and then the chief engineer of the Sestroretsk arms factory.

In 1928, Alexey Asafov was arrested in the Industrial Party case. But his engineering talent proved in demand even in prison. He was assigned to the Special Technical Bureau (OTB) of the OGPU, organized on the premises of the Baltic Shipyard.

It was here, as a prisoner, that he proposed the revolutionary idea of a high-speed squadron submarine for joint operations with surface ships. The project was approved at a meeting of the Revolutionary Military Council of the USSR, where the engineer, who had not yet been released, was admitted. In 1931, construction began on three submarines of Series IV, the Pravda class, named after the newspaper of the same name. The series was considered less than successful, but it became an important experimental testing ground and the prototype for the famous K-class.

Released in 1932, Asafov was appointed chief engineer of OKTB-2 and began work on his main project. His task was to create a small submarine capable of being transported by rail to strengthen the Pacific Fleet.

Thus, the VI series—the M-type (or "Baby") submarines—was born. These were the world's first submarines with a welded hull, which increased strength and reduced weight. The boats were easily transported in sections and assembled on site.

However, during testing of the lead boat, due to unprepared production, according to shipbuilders, the "Malyutka" was built with a riveted hull. This resulted in unsatisfactory results. Asafov was arrested again on charges of sabotage.

Alexei Nikolaevich Asafov did not complete the work he had begun. He died on February 21, 1933, of a severe illness while returning from Germany. He is buried at the Novodevichy Cemetery in Leningrad.

After his death, the engineer's previously rejected proposals were implemented, and the M-type boats went into mass production. A total of 30 boats were built to his design, and subsequent modifications (Series XII) became even more widespread. These "Malutkas" served faithfully during the Great Patriotic War.

It was only on September 24, 1990, that Alexey Nikolaevich Asafov was posthumously rehabilitated. Today, we remember him as one of the founders of Soviet submarine construction, whose engineering genius and tragic fate are inextricably linked with the history of the country and our university.

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The opening ceremony of the joint international project marathon "Reconstruction of Industrial Facilities Using V.G. Shukhov's Spatial Structures" was held at the Institute of Civil Engineering of Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University. It was organized by the Institute of Civil Engineering and the Xi'an University of Architecture and Technology. It will run from March 13 to June 22, 2026.

The Project Marathon is an interdisciplinary educational event that brings together students and experts from across the globe to collaborate on a challenging project. Students, as part of international teams, will develop a concept for the renovation of an industrial site in Xi'an, including architectural and structural solutions for historically valuable industrial sites using designs by the distinguished Russian engineer Vladimir Shukhov.

Vladimir Grigorievich Shukhov was the first in the world to calculate and create suspended and arched latticed spatial roofs, pioneering a new direction in construction. The buildings constructed according to his designs in the late 19th and early 20th centuries remain relevant today, retaining an aesthetically perfect and contemporary appearance. Vladimir Shukhov constructed buildings of this new type in Moscow, St. Petersburg, Sevastopol, Vyksa, Maykop, Kronstadt, and elsewhere.

The Russian side was represented by Dmitry Arsenyev, Vice-Rector for International Affairs at SPbPU; Marina Petrochenko, Director of the Institute of Civil Engineering; Margarita Perkova, Director of the Higher School of Design and Architecture; Mikhail Romanov, Responsible for International Affairs at the Institute of Scientific Research; Elena Ladik and Alena Sheremet, Associate Professors at the Higher School of Design and Architecture; Alexandra Zatsepina, Senior Lecturer at the Higher School of Industrial, Civil, and Road Construction; Natalia Braila, Associate Professor at the Higher School of Hydraulic and Power Engineering; and students from the Institute of Civil Engineering.

The Xi'an University of Architecture and Technology was represented by Li Yueyan, Director of the Belt and Road Initiative Joint Laboratory; Dang Yutian, Vice Dean of the Faculty of Architecture; Zhao Jingzhu, Vice Dean of the Faculty of International Education; Chen Jing, Director of the Academic Committee and Chief Master Class Instructor; Wu Guanyu, Deputy Director of the Faculty of Architecture; and Li Tao and Chen Yalan, Master Class Instructors.

Dmitry Arsenyev, Marina Petrochenko, and Li Yueyan delivered welcoming remarks. The key stages of the project's implementation were presented. The first introductory lecture, "Shukhov's Projects: Towers and Roofs," was dedicated to the architect's creative path and professional legacy, and was given by Elena Ladik, Associate Professor at the Higher School of Design and Architecture.

The marathon is held in a hybrid format, including online lectures and seminars led by faculty from both universities. A total of 40 students from Russia and China and six faculty mentors are participating in the project.

A key stage of the marathon will be a field trip to the design site in Xi'an, scheduled for April 9–15, 2026, and organized with the support of the Xi'an University of Architecture and Technology. This will allow students to get to know each other better, gather the necessary data for their work, and gain valuable experience from their Chinese colleagues.

Polytechnic has been successfully using this format for a long time andhas been organizing student project marathons since 2018 In collaboration with international universities, students from different countries are brought together in intercultural teams to solve real-world engineering problems. This format allows them not only to apply their knowledge in practice but also to learn how to work in an international professional environment.

The marathon's results will be summarized at final presentations, which will be held remotely. Participants will present their projects and receive feedback from experts from both countries.

The marathon participants face a challenging and at the same time highly ambitious task. This is a unique opportunity to demonstrate engineering courage, following the example of Vladimir Shukhov, and to test their ability to work in an international team. I am confident that for students from Russia and China, this marathon will not only be an important educational experience, but also a true youth laboratory for engineering ideas, another step toward creating new engineering solutions that will combine the traditions of outstanding past masters with the technologies of the future and will be beneficial for our two leading engineering universities—the Polytechnic University and the Xi'an University of Architecture and Technology," noted Dmitry Arsenyev.

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The opening of the "Eutektika" exhibition, featuring contemporary metal, sound, and media artists, took place at the Catherine Public Assembly building. The project explores themes of self-knowledge and inner transformation.

Graduates of the Institute of Mechanical Engineering, Materials, and Transport of St. Petersburg Polytechnic University (SPbPU) majoring in "Technology of Artistic Materials Processing" played a key role in organizing and hosting the exhibition:

Alena Ivanova (class of 2024) is the project's art director; Polina Reshetnikova (class of 2025) is the curator; Anna Mokhnatkina (class of 2025) is the graphic designer.

The artists include graduates and students of the IMMiT program "Technology of Artistic Processing of Materials":

Varvara Levina (class of 2023); Alisa Glekler (3rd year student of HSE University of Physical and Technical Medicine); Polina Reshetnikova (class of 2025); Anastasia Maksimova (3rd year student of HSE University of Physical and Technical Medicine); Sofia Samsonova (2nd year student of HSE University of Physical and Technical Medicine).

The exhibition's title refers to the physics term "eutectic" (from the Greek εὔτηκτος, meaning easily melting), which refers to a mixture of metals that contains both solid and liquid parts and melts at a minimal temperature. In the exhibition, metal is presented not simply as a material, but as a living medium of change. Heating, stress, deformation, and the acquisition of a new structure become a metaphor for human experience.

Physical work with metal requires the same patience and strength as the complex process of finding one's own truth, the organizers note.

The exhibition is located at 88-90 Griboyedov Canal Embankment. It will be open until March 28, Wednesday through Friday from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM and Saturdays from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Age limit: 12.

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