At the RUDN University Institute of Ecology, graduates and students are creating joint projects

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The RUDN University Institute of Ecology has an active Alumni Club, which is becoming a powerful platform for ongoing dialogue, mentoring, and career growth.

Its mission is not simply to maintain friendly ties, but to create a system of continuity in which alumni act as curators and mentors for current students. To this end, experienced professionals provide comprehensive support: they assist in choosing relevant research topics, advise on theses, assist in finding prestigious internships and employment, and directly offer job openings at leading specialized organizations.

Eco-professions of the future

A striking example of the effectiveness of this collaboration model was a project implemented under the supervision of Elena Viktorovna Semiletova. She is a 2002 graduate of the RUDN University Faculty of Ecology, holds a PhD in economics, is First Deputy Chair of the Council of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of the Russian Federation for the Development of the Circular Economy and the Environment, and is a member of key scientific and expert councils in the field of environmental management.

Together with Ksenia Ryabchenkova and Diana Chirkova, students of the Institute of Ecology, Elena Viktorovna developed and presented an innovative career guide for the professions of the future.

"This resource is a structured and comprehensive guide covering promising environmental professions, competency requirements, regulatory frameworks, and career paths. This guide can become an indispensable tool for applicants choosing a field of study, for students and graduates seeking a professional calling, and for professionals looking to transform their skills in the context of the green economy," notes Elena Semiletova.

Career Lab

In addition, Elena Viktorovna initiated another significant project, the "Eco-Career Laboratory," co-founded by Anastasia Mashina, a 2025 graduate of the Institute of Ecology's bachelor's degree program.

"The Lab operates as an expert communications platform in the format of a Telegram channel, where analytics on the sustainable development labor market are regularly published, industry trends and practical cases are discussed. The project brings together leading employers, job seekers, and students, creating a vibrant community for the exchange of knowledge and opportunities," explains Anastasia Mashina.

The activities of the RUDN University Institute of Ecology Alumni Club demonstrate that the integration of academic experience, student initiative, and the practical expertise of graduates creates an effective ecosystem for training highly qualified personnel prepared to address today's global environmental challenges. The Institute is proud of its graduates and welcomes new forms of collaboration that lay the foundation for future professional success.

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Absolute record: Polytechnic University and Power Machines printed the largest blank in Russia

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As part of a joint R&D project, Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University and Power Machines developed a technology and produced the largest printed part in Russia using electric arc deposition.

The steam turbine seal blank weighs over 750 kg, setting an absolute national record. The work was conducted at the Lightweight Materials and Structures Laboratory of the Institute of Mechanical Engineering, Materials, and Transport at SPbPU.

The main goal of the R&D project is to create a robotic arc-growth system and develop a technology for manufacturing blanks for the turbine production of Power Machines. The primary materials for this type of product are high-strength, low-alloy, heat-resistant steels.

The technology behind electric arc deposition from metal wire is based on the layer-by-layer transfer of molten metal. The metal is melted using the energy of an electric arc. All movements are performed by an industrial robot, which follows a specially developed program. Specialists program the movements, taking into account the influence of wire feed speed, arc power, wire metal composition, and other factors on the characteristics of the future part. To print the part, the print layer width was increased to 201 millimeters. Such a massive layer inevitably leads to significant deformations of the product relative to the 3D model. Engineers developed a special printing approach to compensate for this.

During the development of the electric arc growth technology for such workpieces, a huge amount of data was collected through a series of experiments. These experiments included the development of metal transfer modes during growth, material behavior studies, the development of growth control programs, and many other parameters. This project opens up the prospect of producing even larger parts, effectively pushing the limits of additive manufacturing capabilities for industry. Crucially, in addition to developing the growth technology itself, the Polytechnic University is manufacturing electric arc growth equipment for JSC Power Machines as part of the joint project. "Domestic science ensures technological leadership for the domestic industry," noted Oleg Panchenko, Head of the Lightweight Materials and Structures Laboratory.

The implementation of innovative manufacturing methods is a key focus of Power Machines' capacity development program. Additive manufacturing helps us implement new engineering solutions, ensure the efficiency and reliability of our generating equipment for the Russian energy sector, and reduce manufacturing lead times and costs. After launching the robotic complex and fine-tuning the technology, we are potentially considering expanding this manufacturing method to critical steam turbine cylinder blanks, said Alexander Ivanovsky, First Deputy General Director and Chief Designer of Power Machines.

It's worth noting that St. Petersburg Polytechnic University is a recognized leader in additive manufacturing in Russia. The Laboratory of Lightweight Materials and Structures has been continuously modernizing and developing electric arc deposition technology since 2015. Engineers have extensive experience in the electric arc deposition of a wide range of materials, including high-strength steels, austenitic and austenitic-martensitic stainless steels, ultra-high-strength steels, and aluminum-, copper-, nickel-, titanium-, and magnesium-based alloys. Electric arc deposition is a process related to welding and surfacing, placing high demands on specialists. Knowledge in materials science, industrial robotics, and programming are essential. All this allows us not only to fulfill orders for industrial partners but also to develop the most advanced tools and manufacturing technologies.

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A new stage of international dialogue: Tsinghua University students visited the Polytechnic University

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The Leningrad Polytechnic University hosted a delegation from one of the world's most prestigious universities, Tsinghua University (China), specifically Weixian College. Cooperation between the universities dates back to the 1950s, with the arrival of the first Chinese specialists to study in Leningrad. A landmark event was the signing in 1987 of one of the first partnership agreements between universities in the USSR and China—between the Leningrad Polytechnic Institute and Tsinghua University. Close collaboration between research teams and consistent leadership support in the implementation of numerous joint projects played a key role in the development of both universities as leading national centers of education and science.

The delegation's visit began with a tour of the SPbPU History Museum and a visit to the Polytechnic Supercomputer Center. The guests were introduced to the university's advanced computing resources and research infrastructure. The highlight of the day was a meeting with Russian students. The participants presented their universities and shared their national and cultural characteristics. The Chinese students also spoke about the Chinese education system.

Tsinghua representatives provided a detailed explanation of the philosophy of Weixian College, whose name translates as "Be First" and reflects its mission: to develop technological leaders capable of shaping the future at the intersection of various disciplines. They explained that the college is built on interdisciplinary principles: students enroll without choosing a specific major and, during their studies, can choose between areas such as integrated electronics, materials science, biomedical engineering, and instrumentation. This approach allows them to gain a deeper understanding of their scientific interests and make a more informed choice of their future major.

The meeting took the form of a lively dialogue: students inquired about admissions details, the balance between theory and practice, cultural aspects, and the prospects for joint projects.

Guests from Tsinghua University also expressed great interest in participating in summer and winter school programs and internships offered by SPbPU.

Following the visit, Olga Yemelyanova, Head of the Department of International Educational Programs and Academic Mobility, noted: "Our universities adhere to similar educational principles: a combination of fundamental theoretical training with strong practical and project-based activities, and an emphasis on developing socially responsible engineers and leaders. The "learn through research" approach and focus on interdisciplinarity demonstrated by Weixian College resonates directly with the educational initiatives and project laboratories of the Polytechnic University."

The meeting at SPbPU marked another important step in developing academic and youth ties between the two leading technical universities in Russia and China, opening up new opportunities for collaboration in innovative education and scientific research.

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Ironclad. Polytechnic University is developing a robot for extreme cold.

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The Polytech Voltage Machine engineering team from the Institute of Mechanical Engineering, Materials, and Transport at SPbPU is developing an innovative snow removal robot for use in the extreme conditions of the Far North. The project is being implemented according to specifications from an industrial partner.

Last season, the team conducted the first series of field trials at a testing ground, where the Frese robotic platform was tested with specialized attachments. The tests assessed key characteristics: the platform's maneuverability in deep snow, its resistance to icing and wind loads, the efficiency of the snowplow and auger mechanism, and the power consumption of a new, high-capacity, frost-resistant battery. This battery was also developed by one of IMMiT's divisions, the Engineering Center for Design, Certification, and Testing of Advanced Energy Sources.

The tests successfully verified the system's basic functionality, confirming the correctness of the chosen engineering solutions. However, as the developers note, this was not the end, but a powerful start for further work.

“The robot has proven its basic functionality in extreme conditions, but the battle for full autonomy continues,” he commented. Engineer of the Higher School of Transport Vsevolod Gaiduk. “These tests allowed us to identify areas for growth, and we have already implemented the necessary improvements in our new project.”

This year, the team is moving on to the next important stage: testing a fully autonomous snow removal system, designated "Object 314." University staff, students, and their supervisors are working to create a system that can independently perform clearing tasks in harsh Arctic conditions.

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The Polytechnic University conducted a professional training course, "Draftsman-Designer," for schoolchildren in the Arctic.

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Sixteen schoolchildren from the Pechenga Municipal District of the Murmansk Region completed the "Draftsman-Designer" professional training course, developed by the Center for Continuing Professional Programs at the Institute of Civil Engineering at St. Petersburg Polytechnic University in collaboration with NanoSoft, with the support of the Arctic Engineers Educational Engineering Center. The graduation ceremony took place at the Second School center in Nikel.

The "Draftsman-Designer" supplementary education program is aimed at providing in-depth training to students in grades 8–11 in engineering graphics and drafting. Classes were held online and covered the fundamentals of engineering graphics, geometric modeling, drawing formatting rules in accordance with the standards of the Unified System of Design Documentation, and basic drawing skills in nanoCAD. Students completed assignments in sketching, modeling, constructing flat patterns of geometric solids and spatial compositions, learned about the university's educational process, attended lectures, took notes, and participated in interactive activities.

The ceremony was attended by Marina Petrochenko, Director of the Civil Engineering Institute; Ksenia Strelets, Director of the Center for Continuing Professional Programs at the Institute of Civil Engineering; Elena Knyazeva, Associate Professor at the Institute of Civil Engineering and Architecture and Leading Instructor of the Course; and Liliya Talipova, Senior Lecturer at the Institute of Civil Engineering and Road Construction, Leading TIM Expert, and Program Developer.

"Today we have gathered here to congratulate the students of the Pechenga Municipal District on the successful completion of their first professional training program, the 'Draftsman-Designer' program," said Marina Petrochenko in her welcoming remarks. "Congratulations, students, and we hope to see you in the future as students at the Institute of Civil Engineering at Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University."

Elena Knyazeva emphasized the importance of collaboration between schools and universities: "The implementation of online educational courses that meet current technological challenges and promote continuity in the school-university system is a crucial task, the solution to which can only be achieved through well-established cooperation between teachers in general and higher education."

Following the official part of the event, the students were presented with educational documents confirming their qualification as "draftsman-designer."

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More than 120,000 young Muscovites visited the Russian Museum's exhibition at VDNKh.

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More than 120,000 Moscow schoolchildren and college students visited the exhibition "The Image of Moscow in Russian Art from the Collection of the State Russian Museum" at VDNKh. The exhibition was presented as part of the museum's project for the capital's birthday in collaboration with the Moscow Government, the Moscow City Council, and the Moscow City Council. Department of Culture and VDNKh. It featured over 100 works by great artists, the capital's press service reported. Department of Education and Science.

As Sergei Sobyanin noted earlier, free training was held for children excursions, adapted to their age, and educational activities. The children saw works by Apollinary Vasnetsov, Vasily Surikov, Vasily Vereshchagin, Valentin Serov, and Ilya Repin, as well as icons by Andrei Rublev, Daniil Cherny, and Simon Ushakov. In the "New Moscow" section, they could trace how the city changed after 1917, and in the "Moscow and Muscovites" section, they could meet prominent residents of the capital, including Konstantin Stanislavsky and Nikolai Zelinsky.

"This exhibition is a true journey through the history of our city. I was very interested to learn how the capital has changed over the centuries. For example, some of the paintings depict a Moscow we will never see again. They include buildings that burned down in the fire of 1812 and were never rebuilt. After visiting the exhibition, I felt proud of my hometown," shared Victoria Lykova, a student at School No. 2006.

Young Muscovites also actively visit other museums. For example, over 200,000 schoolchildren and college students visited the Victory Museum, where they learned about the heroism of the Soviet people during the Great Patriotic War. The Moscow Center for Educational Practices of the Moscow Department of Education and Science helps organize the excursions. For more details, visitwebsite.

More than just a tour: how the Victory Museum makes the history of the Great Patriotic War tangible for children

You can learn more about supplementary education in the capital in Telegram channels. Moscow Education AndMoscow education.

Supplemental education programs develop students' creative and critical thinking and develop skills that will be useful in their future careers. Supplemental education activities contribute to the "All the Best for Children" national project. Youth and ChildrenMore information about Russia's national projects and the capital's contribution can be found atspecial page.

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Firefighters, rescuers, and navigators: the capital's training and methodological center trained over 21,000 specialists in 2025.

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The Moscow Civil Defense and Emergencies Training and Methodology Center continues to actively develop. It trains a wide range of specialists and provides advanced training. These include firefighters, rescuers, Moscow 112 system operators, and navigators. By 2025, the center will have trained more than 21,000 specialists, according to the Center.Moscow's urban infrastructure complex.

The first aid program was particularly popular, with enrollment doubling compared to the previous year. The center is actively developing distance learning. They have implemented a new platform, developed 17 educational programs, and made online surveys available.

Webinars have become the main tool for interactive distance learning. They make learning rich and engaging. The integration of information and communication technologies into in-person learning is another effective tool. In just one year, 46 specialized videos were created and are being used in curricula across various fields of study. Furthermore, in collaboration withMoscow Department of Information Technology We created a dedicated digital training platform that helps you quickly master the core operating system, study regulations, and practice skills in a safe, hands-on environment.

Particular attention was paid to developing the volunteer movement. It serves as an important starting point for those planning a professional career in emergency rescue services. Compared to 2024, interest in this field has grown: the number of trainees has quadrupled, and the number of public water rescuers has increased sixfold.

In 2025, the center successfully implemented educational programs for employees of the Lieutenant General D.I. Mikhailik Civil Defense Academy of the Russian Ministry of Civil Defense, Emergencies, and Disaster Relief, as well as for deputy heads of the agency's regional departments. Significant attention was paid to youth outreach: 150 Moscow educational institutions held open lessons, reaching over 24,500 schoolchildren. A special class for cadets was also organized.

2025 was an important year for the educational and methodological center. One of the key events was participation in the "Moscow Longevity" project. Thanks to it, senior citizens were able to realize their potential, improve their health, gain new knowledge and skills, and develop their creative abilities.

The center's educational department staff actively attended forums, exhibitions, and conferences. Key events in 2025 include the XXXV International Scientific and Practical Conference "Prevention. Rescue. Assistance," the IX International Scientific and Practical Conference "Civil Defense for Peace and Security," and the XXVIII Moscow International Salon of Inventions and Innovative Technologies "Archimedes."

Rescue services are holding open lessons and excursions for Moscow schoolchildren.

Based on the 2025 results, Stanislav Peskov, senior lecturer at the State Fire Service Training Center, was recognized as the best instructor at the Moscow Civil Defense and Emergencies Training and Methodology Center. The Civil Defense Department took first place in the 2025 evaluation of training units, the Mobilization Training Department received a special letter of thanks, and the Civil Defense and Emergencies Training and Methodology Center of the Western, Troitsky, and Novomoskovsky Administrative Districts of the capital received a diploma for first place in the effectiveness evaluation.

Earlier, Sergei Sobyanin spoke about infrastructure development fire safety of the capital.

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Paying for tickets and medications: How participants in the Million Prizes program are helping cancer patients

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February 4th marks World Cancer Day. Participants of the city's loyalty program "A Million Prizes" They support the beneficiaries of specialized charitable organizations. In 2025, caring Muscovites donated over 649,000 rubles to help cancer patients, and donations over the course of the program's existence have totaled over 27 million rubles.

Thanks to the support of the Million Prizes program participants, residents across the country can receive necessary medical examinations and rehabilitation services on time. Muscovites donate city points they earn for participating in the projects to the funds. Active Citizen, City of Ideas, Our City, Electronic Houseand others. One point is equal to one ruble. The number of transfers is unlimited.

Live Foundation

Fund Live supports pediatric oncohematology departments at regional hospitals and children with malignant blood diseases. He directed donations from Muscovites to help four families of girls aged eight to 10 recovering from treatment for acute lymphoblastic leukemia.

Eva from Novosibirsk, Ksenia from Bolotnoye, and Medina and Khadija from Grozny are in remission, but they still need to travel to the capital regularly for checkups and rehabilitation. The funds raised by Muscovites were used to cover transportation costs so the girls could receive timely medical care.

Childhood Time Foundation

Fund Childhood Time assists two oncology departments of the V.F. Voyno-Yasenetsky Scientific and Practical Center for Specialized Medical Care for Children and provides targeted support to families.

Artemy was diagnosed with an aggressive tumor at seven months old. Over three years, he underwent chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and several surgeries. He is currently in remission and requires regular visits to the capital for follow-up examinations. The foundation donated funds to purchase airfare from Yekaterinburg to Moscow for three-year-old Artemy and his mother, a single mother of two.

Caring residents of the capital also supported 12-year-old Alena from Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk. She has Ewing's sarcoma. After arduous chemotherapy treatments, doctors changed the treatment protocol and prescribed an expensive targeted drug that the family could not afford. Support from participants in the "Million Prizes" program allowed Alena to receive the medication while the family completed the paperwork to receive it free of charge locally.

Leukemia Foundation

Leukemia Foundation supports adult patients diagnosed with blood cancer at various stages of treatment, from diagnosis to bone marrow transplantation. The charity channels donations from Muscovites to cover medications, genetic testing, and HLA typing to find donors.

After years of treatment and a second bone marrow transplant, Vitaly from Sevastopol needed antiviral therapy. Support from Muscovites covered the costs. Sergey from Volgograd, thanks to the support of Million Prizes participants, underwent donor compatibility testing. He underwent a successful bone marrow transplant.

How to donate points to charity

You can donate points to charity on the website "A Million Prizes"To do this, you need to log in using Mos ID, go to the section "Charity"and click the "Make a Donation" button. Then, select the desired fund from the list, click the corresponding card, enter the amount, and place your order. Points will be automatically debited from your personal account, and their cash equivalent will be transferred to the selected organization.

After this, a personal promo code confirming your donation will appear in the "Orders" section of your personal account. You can use it to track the transfer of points to the selected fund. To do this, copy the promo code and follow the link in the description to the organization's website. Then, select the appropriate donation registry, specify the verification period, and find your promo code using the search option. Registry information is updated monthly.

On the "Charity" page you can also find additional information about funds and examples of targeted assistance for beneficiaries.

City loyalty program "A Million Prizes" The program allows you to use points earned for active participation in Moscow Government electronic projects to obtain goods and services from partner organizations. Accumulated points provide access to promo codes for discounts at stores and cafes, as well as tickets to museums and parks. They can be used for charity and assistance to foundations, as well as to top up your Troika transport card or parking account. Program participants can support Moscow entrepreneurs, non-profit organizations, and public initiatives. You can choose how to use your points in special categorieson the Million Prizes website.

The project is being implemented by the State Public Institution “New Management Technologies” together with Department of Information Technology of the City of Moscow.

The creation, development and operation of e-government infrastructure, including the provision of mass socially significant services, as well as other services in electronic form, corresponds to the objectives of the national project "Data Economy and Digital Transformation of the State" and the Moscow regional project "Digital Public Administration." More information about Russia's national projects and the capital's contribution can be found at special page.

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The Kaspiyskaya station will be built with two vestibules and a building for metro employees.

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The Kaspiyskaya station complex on the Biryulevskaya metro line will include a combined building for operational personnel with a capacity of up to 870 people, according to Maxim Gaman, CEO of Mosinzhproekt JSC.

"The future Kaspiyskaya station is designed with two vestibules. The southern one will be underground. It will provide passengers with access to both sides of 6th Radial Street. The northern one will be above ground and will be located at the intersection of Projected Drives No. 6630 and 5437. Adjacent to it will be a combined operations building for 870 employees of various metro services. It will be oval-shaped, with nine floors above ground and one underground," emphasized Maxim Gaman.

The combined operations building will house administrative, service, and technical offices for the metro services necessary for line operation. A service corridor will lead from it to the adjacent station ground-level concourse.

Kaspiyskaya station of the Biryulevskaya metro line

The Kaspiyskaya station is a shallow-level station with onshore platforms. It will be built between 6th Radial Street and Proektiruyemy Proyezd No. 5437 and will be located between the future Luganskaya and Lipetskaya stations. The surrounding area will undergo comprehensive improvements.

The Biryulevskaya metro line will run through districts in the south of the capital, from the former ZIL industrial zone to Western and Eastern Biryulyovo. Its launch will improve transportation services for residents of the Danilovsky, Nagatinsky Zaton, Pechatniki, Tsaritsyno, Biryulyovo Vostochnoye, Biryulyovo Zapadnoye, and other districts.

Sergei Sobyanin spoke about the construction of the Biryulevskaya metro line.

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Moscow topped over 30 national rankings of Russian cities and regions in 2025.

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Based on the results of 2025, Moscow took first place or entered the top group in more than 30 national rankings and studies, once again confirming its high level of economic development, investment attractiveness, quality of life for city residents, and the effectiveness of urban governance. This was reported by Maria Bagreeva, Deputy Mayor of Moscow, Head of the Department of Economic Policy and City Development.

"One of the Moscow Government's top priorities is improving the quality of life for its residents. The Russian capital confidently maintains its position as the country's leader in this indicator, as evidenced by its top spots in the Agency for Strategic Initiatives' national quality of life rankings and RIA Rating ratings. Moscow's success in this area is also reflected in the Ministry of Construction, Housing, and Utilities' urban environment ratings, the RIA Rating road infrastructure development ratings, and the Financial University under the Government of the Russian Federation's quality of life index, all of which the capital also ranks among the leaders," noted Maria Bagreeva.

Moscow is the most economically stable region in Russia. The city tops the RIA Rating agency's socioeconomic status ranking of Russian regions and is among the leaders in the Expert RA regional economic health ranking. Furthermore, the capital ranks first in the labor market ranking, which assesses, among other things, employment levels, working conditions, and labor market capacity, and maintains the lowest unemployment rate in the country.

Moscow's credit rating has demonstrated the city's economic resilience.

Moscow's financial stability is confirmed by the highest credit ratings from leading Russian credit and rating agencies, such as the Analytical Credit Rating Agency and Expert RA. Furthermore, the Russian Ministry of Finance has classified the capital as a region with a high level of public financial management, further underscoring the balanced nature of its budget policy.

In 2025, Moscow was once again recognized as the region with the best investment climate in the country. For the seventh consecutive year, the city took first place in the National Investment Climate Rating and also became a leader in public-private partnership development, according to the Ministry of Economic Development of the Russian Federation. The capital also received the highest ratings for investment attractiveness from leading rating agencies, including the National Rating Agency and Expert RA.

Sustainable development remains a key priority for Moscow

The Technopolis Moscow special economic zone (SEZ) plays a significant role in these achievements. It is recognized as the most investment-attractive among technology-innovation SEZs, as well as the most sustainable SEZ in Russia in terms of ESG criteria, according to ratings by the Association of Clusters, Technology Parks, and SEZs of Russia and the Russian Ministry of Economic Development.

Moscow continues to maintain its status as the undisputed center of scientific, technological, and innovative development in the country. The city has taken first place in several national rankings assessing the scientific, technological potential and innovative activity of regions, including those of the Russian Ministry of Science and Higher Education, RIA Rating, and the National Research University Higher School of Economics. Moscow's high position in these rankings is due, in part, to the active implementation of digital and innovative solutions in city management. Moscow maintains its leadership in digital transformation: in 2025, the capital topped the Russian Ministry of Construction's "IQ Cities" urban digitalization index for the seventh consecutive year, scoring a maximum of 260 points.

Moscow tops the IQ Cities ranking for the seventh time.

In a number of areas, such as the level of development of the urban environment, economy, and technology, Moscow maintains a high standard not only on a national scale, but also among the world's largest megacities.

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