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Financial news: 06.02.2026. Changes in parameters of 22 026 027 Interregional Federal Treasury in the field of liquidity management.

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Application selection date 06.02.2026. Unique application selection identifier 22 026 027. Deposit currency rubles. Fund type – Unified Treasury Account. Maximum amount of funds placed on bank deposits, monetary units 50,000,000,000. Placement period, in days 14. Date of depositing funds 06.02.2026. Date of return of funds 20.02.2026. Interest rate for placement of funds (fixed or floating) FLOATING. Minimum fixed interest rate for placement of funds, % per annum – Basic floating interest rate for placement of funds RUONmDS. Minimum spread, % per annum 0. Terms of conclusion of the bank deposit agreement (term, replenished or special) Term. The minimum amount of funds placed per application, in monetary units, is 1,000,000,000. The maximum number of applications from one credit institution is 2. Terms of offsetting mutual obligations under bank deposit agreements, repurchase agreements, and securities loan agreements (with or without offsetting mutual obligations). Without offsetting mutual obligations. Application selection form (Open with random completion, Closed, Open with extension). Open with extension. Application selection schedule (Moscow time). Application selection venue: Moscow Exchange PJSC.

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Marat Khusnullin: Participants in the SEZ plan to build another 28 apartment buildings in the LPR.

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Construction companies are increasingly deciding to implement their investment projects in Donbas and Novorossiya. In doing so, they are shaping the primary housing market in these regions and contributing to the overall development of their infrastructure. For example, in the Luhansk People's Republic, permits have been issued for the construction of 28 apartment buildings in six residential complexes. The projects will be implemented by developers participating in the free economic zone (FEZ), as announced by Deputy Prime Minister Marat Khusnullin.

"Thanks to developers' projects, a new, modern living environment is being created, and overall economic activity in the reunified regions is growing. At the same time, they can take advantage of significant benefits and preferences within the SEZ. For example, six more such companies, including representatives from the federal developer list, have received permits to build 28 high-rise buildings in the LPR. A total of 43 RNS permits have been issued in the republic to date," the Deputy Prime Minister said.

Marat Khusnullin added that the SEZ's management company is the Territorial Development Fund, which has provided 43 land plots totaling 154 hectares to investors in the LPR for sublease without a tender for the implementation of investment projects in housing construction.

"The total area of the future residential complexes 'Family Quarter,' 'Prostor,' 'Zarya,' 'Trilistnik,' 'Luzhki,' and 'Svoboda' will be 313,400 square meters. These buildings will house over 4,000 apartments. The projects not only include the construction of apartment buildings but also the creation of comprehensive infrastructure for comfortable living, including kindergartens, schools, and recreation areas," added FRT General Director Vasily Kupyzin.

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Ahead of Russian Science Day, Dmitry Chernyshenko invited business representatives, scientists, and engineers to participate in the Future Technologies Forum.

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On the eve of Russian Science Day, Dmitry Chernyshenko invited businesses, scientists, and engineers to participate in the Future Technologies Forum. "Join us," said Dmitry Chernyshenko.

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Russian Science Day at the Polytechnic University

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On February 6, Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University hosted several important events dedicated to Russian Science Day. These included the general meeting of the University Big Data Research Consortium, the "Science Day at the Polytechnic University" gala, and the "Science is Beautiful" exhibition.

The day began with a meeting of the University Consortium. It unites 84 universities and research organizations from Russia, Armenia, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, and Kyrgyzstan.

The Big Data Consortium was established in 2017 and today is one of the largest associations of educational institutions in the CIS in the field of big data and artificial intelligence. The association collaborates with IT companies working in the fields of big data, AI, digital transformation, and cybersecurity, as well as with government organizations and institutions. Consortium members, together with their partners, conduct joint research and implement projects to train next-generation personnel and develop the digital economy.

The main event of the meeting was the signing of an agreement on Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University's accession to the "University Consortium of Big Data Researchers" Association, with the goal of developing and implementing cutting-edge scientific research and development in the field of collecting, processing, and analyzing large amounts of data.

Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University's accession to the University Consortium of Big Data Researchers strengthens SPbPU's position in the field of artificial intelligence and data analysis and opens up additional opportunities for our scientists and students to engage in network projects and collaborative research, noted SPbPU Rector Andrey Rudskoy.

For Polytechnic University, joining the consortium means more joint projects with leading universities in Russia and the CIS, access to strong research teams, and a lively exchange of big data practices—from science and education to industry and urban development. Importantly, Polytechnic University is joining the consortium not only for opportunities but also with its own engineering case studies, ambitions, and AI projects. For students, postgraduates, and young scientists, this means access to schools of applied data analysis, educational programs in data-driven management, and participation in inter-university teams.

As Vyacheslav Goiko, CEO of the Big Data Consortium, noted, Polytechnic's accession to the Association will provide impetus for the development of projects based on big data and artificial intelligence for engineering training.

In our country, engineering has always been a key profession. Today, it's crucial for these specialists to be proficient in artificial intelligence and big data analytics technologies, as these tools are being actively implemented in manufacturing, energy, construction, and other sectors. Technological sovereignty and economic growth depend on engineers with digital competencies, commented Vyacheslav Goiko.

We are gathering in anticipation of February 8th. In 1724, Peter the Great signed a decree establishing the St. Petersburg Academy of Sciences. This is very symbolic for us, as our rector, Andrei Rudskoy, is the chairman of the St. Petersburg branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences. Furthermore, our university is named after Peter the Great. I congratulate everyone on the upcoming holiday. Of course, this is important to us—scientists, people who help advance science and popularize science. They are the backbone of a modern university. Certainly, one of the key development areas for Polytechnic University is artificial intelligence and machine learning methods, so we are very pleased to have been invited to join the consortium. We believe that such platforms where we can share our ideas and trusted data, which we can use to train various models, are extremely important. The more such platforms there are, the further our intellectual resources will be able to advance this national frontier," Yuri Fomin, SPbPU Vice Rector for Research, addressed the meeting participants.

Ivanovo State University, TISBI University of Management, and the Russian State Social University also joined the consortium that day.

The Technopolis Polytech Research Center's lobby is currently hosting the exhibition "Science is Beautiful," featuring posters, visualizations, and photographs by the university's research teams. The exhibition aims to demonstrate how engineering, natural science, and humanities research are shaping a new visual language for modern science.

Russian Science Day, celebrated on February 8, concludes the extensive program of SPbPU Science Week, which included more than a dozen events for students, graduate students, young researchers, and the university's partners. Key events included the 23rd School of Innovation and Quality, the city seminar "Current Issues in Tribology," the Scientific Debates of the SPbPU, GUAP, and SPbSTI (TU) Student Scientific Society, the St. Petersburg Youth School-Conference of Engineering Teachers, a lecture course and conference on road construction, and seminars on hydraulics, biomedical systems, applied machine learning, and the creative economy.

A separate section of the program was dedicated to popular science formats: a scientific stand-up comedy show "PRO Management: Unconventional Solutions for Business," open lectures on the Soviet mathematician and economist Leonid Kantorovich, one of the founders of linear programming, industrial science at LPI, and probabilistic thinking for programmers.

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The history of the first-year medical university team

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On its anniversary (RUDN University celebrated its 66th anniversary yesterday), the university is rightfully proud of every student. Particularly those who, barely crossing the threshold of their alma mater, already glorify its name. The story of the "Blind Kittens" team of first-year female medical students is a shining example of how RUDN University, from its very first days, becomes a springboard for talented students to reach new heights, fostering a unique environment of friendship, support, and scientific inquiry.

The girls came from all corners of our vast country—Urengoy, the Stavropol and Krasnoyarsk regions, the Moscow region, and the capital. Five different voices woven into one choir, five vibrant individuals united by a single goal. Their story is a modern embodiment of the very essence of RUDN University: it is here, in a space of friendship and mutual respect, that the strongest alliances and the boldest achievements are born. The university doesn't just provide them with an education—it provides them with each other, transforming geographical differences into a force for unity.

All five were admitted to state-funded programs without entrance examinations (BVI) thanks to their impressive academic achievements: victories at All-Russian Olympiads, gold medals, and research projects. For them, the phrase "RUDN University is for love!" encapsulates its own unique story. Their individual successes could have remained mere personal triumphs, but within the walls of RUDN University, they acquired a new quality—teamwork.

Achievement is their motto

Here are just some of the achievements the girls brought to university:

Tatyana Sopetik, winner of the final round of the All-Russian School Olympiad (VsOSh), winner and runner-up of the prestigious science competitions "Science Begins at School," "Start in Medicine," and "Science for Life," and winner of two gold medals. Maria Morozova, winner of the regional competition and participant in the final round of the VsOSh in chemistry, winner of the Gazprom and Lomonosov Olympiads, and a graduate of the MIPT Phystech School program. Margarita Gordeeva, winner of the all-Russian competition "To Be, Not to Seem," winner of the "Highest Standard" Olympiad in biology, and recipient of the cornflower-blue beret of the Presidential Regiment. Arina Pankova, winner of the "Highest Standard" Olympiad in biology and the All-Siberian Open Olympiad, participant in the final round of the VsOSh in technology, and winner of two gold medals. Victoria Vilisova, holder of the GTO gold badge, winner of the municipal stage of the first aid competition, and prize winner of the regional "Presidential Sports Games."

The philosophy that the alma mater nurtures

For these students, university is more than just lectures and exams.

"The university gives us two main wings for takeoff: first-class infrastructure for experimentation and mentors who don't just teach but inspire by their example," says Margarita Gordeeva. "It's a space where ideas take shape," notes Arina Pankova.

The secrets to success and motivation for first-year students who found support in RUDN University's values are as follows.

"The path to a big goal is made up of small but sure steps. Take just one today, and you'll be closer to your dream," says Victoria Vilisova.

"A fall is always followed by a leap upward, and a victory by a new, even greater peak. Remember that failures are merely a tailwind, testing the sails of your perseverance," says Tatyana Sopetik.

"When pursuing a dream, it's important not to miss out on life itself. After all, true learning isn't about lectures in a classroom, but about living each day, discovering a new lesson in it," concludes Maria Morozova.

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Akademgorodok scientists discussed promising developments in medical biotechnology.

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Today, TASS-Siberia held a press conference to kick off a series of events dedicated to Russian Science Day, supported by the Russian Ministry of Science and Higher Education in regions ranging from Vladivostok to Kaliningrad. Participants included Deputy Governor Irina Manuilova; Rector of Novosibirsk State University, Doctor of Chemical Sciences, and Corresponding Member of the Russian Academy of Sciences Dmitry Pyshny; Director of the Institute of Chemical Biology and Fundamental Medicine, Doctor of Chemical Sciences Vladimir Koval; and Director of the Research Institute of Clinical and Experimental Lymphology (branch of the Institute of Cytology and Genetics SB RAS), Doctor of Medical Sciences Maxim Korolev. The press conference focused on the development of the scientific community in the region, advances in medical biotechnology, and promising areas of collaboration between Novosibirsk State University and the research institutes of the SB RAS.

The Deputy Governor noted the particular relevance of supporting the industry in the lead-up to Russian Science Day, celebrated on February 8, and the Decade of Science and Technology.

– The regional government’s most important priority is work within the framework of medical research projects. This work is being carried out within the framework of the national projects “Bioeconomics,” “New Materials and Chemistry,” and “New Health-Saving Technologies.” It will be further developed at the educational and scientific center of the Institute of Medicine and Medical Technologies of NSU, which is a second-stage facility. modern campus of NSU, being built as part of the national project "Youth and Children," Irina Manuilova emphasized.

In 2025, 33 projects were supported for a total of 123.5 million rubles. These include 24 projects implemented since 2024 and nine new projects. The supported projects are in healthcare, agriculture, housing and utilities, telecommunications, transportation, construction, and other sectors. In the region, research in medical biotechnology, including in youth laboratories for experimental and clinical pharmacology, molecular epidemiology, and viral biodiversity, is underway. The Immune Regulation Laboratory is developing cutting-edge technologies to improve the effectiveness of bone marrow transplantation, which will improve the quality of life, extend life expectancy, and reduce treatment costs.

Dmitry Pyshny, Rector of Novosibirsk State University and Doctor of Chemical Sciences and Corresponding Member of the Russian Academy of Sciences, emphasized the interdisciplinary nature of modern science and the university's role as a platform capable of bringing together specialists from various fields to implement major projects. He emphasized the need to strengthen the Novosibirsk Scientific Center's representation in federal scientific and technological development programs, such as genetic technology. It is also important to concentrate the region's existing research capabilities, both at universities and at SB RAS institutes, in other promising areas with potential for implementation in the real economy and the potential to improve people's lives, such as immunotherapy, cell technologies (CAR-T therapy), molecular diagnostics, genome editing, and agrobiotechnology. Akademgorodok boasts all the necessary resources for this, including leading research schools in biotechnology, bioorganic chemistry, organic chemistry, biomedicine, and industrial biotechnology.

Vladimir Koval, Director of the Institute of Chemical Biology and Fundamental Medicine and Doctor of Chemical Sciences, noted that mathematicians, physicists, chemists, and biologists—people capable of solving a multitude of interdisciplinary problems—work side by side in the Novosibirsk Akademgorodok. Currently, collaboration is at the forefront, with the goal, in particular, of developing drugs based on interfering RNA for the treatment of cancer.

Maxim Korolev also spoke about the unification of efforts between universities and research centers. He emphasized that modern biotechnology science is based on the evidence of multicenter research. In the Novosibirsk Region, Maxim Korolev identified two points of collective growth: the Siberian Biomedical Research Center and Novosibirsk State University, two important meeting points that can bring any ambitious project to fruition.

Last year, the Institute of Cytology and Genetics of the Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences, as part of a consortium led by the National Research Center "Kurchatov Institute," won a project under the "High-Tech Bioeconomy" program to use CAR T-cell technologies in a hospital-based approach to treat rheumatic diseases. The project involves the Research Institute of Fundamental and Clinical Immunology, the Institute of Molecular and Cell Biology of the Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Novosibirsk State University, and several industrial partners. NSU will receive the award in 2025 as part of the program. Priority 2030 program A laboratory has opened that will provide the new technology with a very important element: the creation of viral vectors that will overcome barriers when introducing genetic material into a cell.

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Student Oleg Yatskovets is researching the properties of reinforced concrete under low-temperature conditions.

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Scholarship recipients of the Faculty of Civil Engineering at the Russian Government Scholarship Awards Ceremony: Oleg Yatskovets, Ekaterina Buryak, and Zlata Zolotykh. Dean Andrei Nikulin is on the right.

Oleg Yatskovets, a sixth-year student in the Department of Reinforced Concrete and Masonry Structures at SPbGASU, is conducting research on "Statistical Patterns of the Kinetics of Resistance of Bending Reinforced Concrete Elements under Low-Temperature Conditions." The research was supported by a 2025 grant from SPbGASU. Oleg's supervisor is Vladimir Popov, Associate Professor of the Department and Candidate of Engineering Sciences.

"Alternating freezing and thawing of concrete affects not only its strength but also its deformation properties. Current standards don't adequately address the variability of concrete's deformation properties, despite the fact that nonlinear deformation model calculations use both the strength and deformation properties of concrete. Moreover, when exposed to alternate freezing and thawing cycles, these properties are significantly degraded," Oleg noted.

The study, conducted using methods of mathematical statistics and diagrammatic calculation, allowed us to draw the following key conclusions:

The type of concrete deformation diagram has little effect on the statistical distribution of the bearing capacity of bending reinforced concrete elements under conditions of alternating temperatures; with a low percentage of reinforcement (up to and including 1%), the effect of alternate freezing cycles (EFC) has no practical effect; with a high percentage of reinforcement, taking into account the conditions of alternating temperatures leads to a significant decrease in the bearing capacity compared to the standards; in the absence of EFC for any percentage of reinforcement and under the effect of EFC for a low percentage of reinforcement (up to 1.5%), the provision is not lower than the required values. Under the effect of EFC for a high percentage of reinforcement, the provision becomes lower than required; taking into account the variability of the deformation characteristics of concrete at low percentages of reinforcement (up to 1%) under conditions of alternating temperatures has virtually no effect on the value of the bearing capacity, and at high percentages of reinforcement it leads to a decrease in the values of the bearing capacity; The provision of the maximum reinforcement coefficient μR and the parameters associated with it (ξR, ω) before the central heating is already insufficient according to regulatory documents, and after exposure to alternating temperatures it decreases to almost zero for various classes of reinforcement, which significantly increases the risk of brittle fracture and the occurrence of emergency situations.

The obtained results confirm the need for further study of the variability of the deformation characteristics of concrete and its influence on the performance of bending reinforced concrete elements under conditions of alternating freezing and thawing.

Based on the research results, two articles were published in journals included in the Higher Attestation Commission (HAC) list. Furthermore, a state registration certificate was obtained for the SIGA 61 computer program, which enables calculations of the load-bearing capacity of flexural reinforced concrete, steel fiber reinforced concrete, and composite flexural elements in normal sections using the diagrammatic method, using various types of material stress-strain diagrams.

Publication in journals listed by the Higher Attestation Commission (HAC) confirms the scientific significance of the work. The articles also received the highest expert praise, winning two first-place laureate diplomas at the 48th International Competition of the All-Russian Society of Scientific Researchers.

For outstanding achievements in his academic and research work, Oleg Yatskovets was awarded a Russian Government scholarship. Furthermore, his research was awarded a third-place diploma at the IV International Competition of Scientific, Methodological, and Creative Works "Knowledge. Innovation. Priorities."

Other current recipients of presidential and government scholarships among SPbGASU students include Ivan Beshentsev (fourth-year student in the Faculty of Automobile and Road Construction, recipient of the President of Russia scholarship); Anna Andreeva and Denis Astapov (both fourth-year students in the Faculty of Forensic Expertise and Law in Construction and Transport); Evgeny Anufriev (fifth-year student in the Faculty of Automobile and Road Construction); Ekaterina Buryak (fourth-year student in the Faculty of Civil Engineering); and Zlata Zolotykh (first-year student in the Master's program at the Faculty of Social Sciences) – recipients of the Government of the Russian Federation scholarships.

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Anti-terrorism security at the university: a training seminar was held at the Polytechnic University

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A seminar on "Counter-terrorism management in higher education institutions" was held at the Polytechnic University.

The training event was conducted in cooperation with the Directorate of the Federal Security Service of the Russian Federation for St. Petersburg and the Leningrad Region, the Main Directorate of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia for St. Petersburg and the Leningrad Region, the Main Directorate of the Federal Service of the National Guard Troops of the Russian Federation for St. Petersburg and the Leningrad Region, and in the presence of authorized representatives of the security organization "U-Piter".

Representatives from Polytechnic institutes and departments participated, including the Youth Policy Department, the administration and the United Student Council of the Student City dormitories, the Department of Operational and Economic Services, and others.

"I'm sure each of you checks your news feed every day and sees what's happening in educational institutions and schools lately," Maxim Pasholikov, Vice Rector for Information, Youth Policy, and Security, began the meeting. "The fact that children are bringing weapons, traumatic pistols, and gasoline, dousing everything around them, and setting fires is alarming. And now it's important for us to recognize our own responsibility and work with those around us so that they are also involved and understand the basics of educational security, how to react at any given moment in any given situation, who to call, who to tell, and what to pay attention to. That's why these esteemed experts took the time to come to us today to discuss what aspects of counterterrorism work need to be addressed and how to ensure counterterrorism security on the Polytechnic University campus."

Viktor Kislinskikh, a lecturer at the Audit and Security training center, comprehensively covered key aspects of countering terrorism, from the national system to specific security measures at higher education institutions. The expert focused on analyzing the operational situation in the country due to terrorist attacks, as well as a detailed analysis of the legal framework governing the anti-terrorist security of the Russian Ministry of Education and Science's facilities.

Also attending the event was Police Lieutenant Colonel Denis Isakov, Head of the Off-Department Security Department for the Kalininsky District of St. Petersburg. He emphasized the key role citizens play in ensuring public safety. He emphasized that promptly reporting suspicious persons, objects, or events to law enforcement can prevent tragedy. Denis Isakov emphasized the importance of vigilance and prompt response to any suspicious situations.

Let us remind you that the telephone number of the SPbPU Security Center is: 8 921 940 66 75.

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NSU is one of the most athletic universities in the region

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The Burevestnik student sports society summarized the past year's performance among higher education institutions in the Novosibirsk region. NSU won three categories in the "Elite Student Sports" competition.

Sergei Pavlovich Kostelov, associate professor of the Department of Physical Education, was awarded in the category "For Loyalty to Sport" – he has 54 years of experience in the physical education industry!

Our university has been a clear leader in the categories of "Best Organization of Student Sports Events" and "Best Information Support for Sports Events within a University" for the past several years.

The Physical Education Department's Sports Department and the ENOT Student Sports Club organized nearly 100 different events for students throughout the year, including at the regional level, which took place on our sports grounds with the participation of university teams.

Over the past year, 80 articles about sporting achievements have been published on the NSU website, and approximately 500 announcements, articles, and reports with results and photographs covering the entire sporting life of NSU students and staff have been posted on the Kaffa Sports and Sports Club "ENOT" pages on the VKontakte social network.

For his significant contribution to the development of physical culture and sports in the Novosibirsk region, Anton Mamekov, head of the sports department, was awarded the Certificate of Honor of the Ministry of Sports, and Sergey Timofeev, associate professor at the Faculty of Physical Culture and Sports, was awarded a Letter of Appreciation.

NSU also received another award—the Cup for third place in the overall team standings at the 48th Universiade in 22 sports. Our teams won six bronze medals, three silver medals, and one gold medal.

Congratulations to all the athletes, coaches, teachers, and leadership of the NSU Department of Physical Education on these prestigious awards! This is our collective achievement!

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Sergei Netesov: Flu cases are declining

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The 2025-2026 flu season is very similar to the season of two years ago and differs significantly from last year's in its timing. The peak incidence this season was recorded approximately two months earlier than last year's. The dominant subtype of influenza A was the H3N2 subtype, while last season's flu was the H1N1 subtype. Sergei Netesov, Doctor of Biological Sciences, Professor, Academician of the Russian Academy of Sciences, and Head of the Laboratory of Bionanotechnology, Microbiology, and Virology at the Faculty of Natural Sciences at Novosibirsk State University, commented on the situation.

— Almost all the forecasts for the current epidemic season have already come to pass. A slight increase in flu cases is expected in Siberian regions in the near future, but the peak is behind us. According to the A.A. Smorodintsev Influenza Research Institute, this peak was recorded in weeks 51-52 of last year. This was followed by a sharp decline. This trend continued until weeks 1-2 of this year, after which a resurgence was observed, but certainly not as significant as at the end of last year. The decline in cases during the New Year holidays is natural—healthcare facilities are not operating at full capacity, many patients do not have to go to work, and they do not need to provide sick leave, so only a fraction of cases are officially registered. This decline has given way to a slight resurgence, which is still ongoing in some regions, and is expected to be followed by a further decline. A resurgence in flu cases is not expected in the spring of this epidemic season. At the same time, the proportion of diseases caused by viruses other than the influenza virus is growing: adenoviruses, respiratory syncytial virus, and common coronaviruses, so it’s too early to rest on our laurels.

Looking at the incidence curve for the current epidemic season and the graph for the same period last year, we can see that they are identical, but they occur in different periods. Last year, the peak incidence occurred in weeks 10-12 of 2025. It's worth noting that the previous epidemic season was unique due to this shift in incidence. The current epidemic season has returned to the traditional timing typical of previous years.

The hospitalization curves for patients with a clinical diagnosis of influenza in the 2024-25 and 2025-26 seasons are similar. However, the peak reached in the current epidemic season is significantly higher than last year's.

The main causative agent of the disease remains the influenza A virus subtype H3N2. Vaccination, as always, is an effective preventative measure, but it's too late now. The best time to get vaccinated is September and October, when people will be protected from this virus before the peak in cases, which typically occurs in mid-November and December. I believe vaccination is absolutely essential every two to three years, and for the elderly and patients in high-risk groups—those with diabetes, organ transplant recipients, those with serious chronic diseases, and those with immunodeficiency—it should be done annually.

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