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On January 15, 1831, the Demidov Prize was established “to promote the advancement of science, literature, and industry,” which became the first regular and most honorable scientific award in Russia.

The award is named in honor of its founder, Pavel Demidov, a member of an influential Ural mining family known not only as a successful industrialist but also as a patron of Russian science.

Financing of the Prize

Pavel Demidov decided to annually contribute 20,000 rubles to the Academy of Sciences for awards to scientists "for the best works in various parts in Russia" and another 5,000 rubles "for the publication of manuscripts awarded by the Academy."

According to Demidov's will, funding for the prize continued for another 25 years after his death.

Award period and laureates

The prize was awarded until 1865, usually on the birthday of the reigning emperor.

Over 34 years, more than 900 scientific papers were reviewed in various fields of knowledge, including history, philology, geography, chemistry, physics, biology and others.

During this period, 55 full prizes (each worth 5,000 rubles) and 220 half prizes were awarded. Among the outstanding scientists awarded this prize were:

Historians Alexander Mikhailovsky-Danilevsky, Mikhail Pogodin, Dmitry Milyutin, Ivan Zabelin, and Dmitry Tolstoy. Navigators and geographers Fyodor Litke and Ivan Kruzenshtern. Philologist Alexander Vostokov. Chemist Dmitry Mendeleev. Mathematician Pafnuty Chebyshev. Physiologist Ivan Sechenov. Physician Nikolai Pirogov, who received the Demidov Prize four times for his medical monographs.

Revival of tradition

In 1993, the tradition was revived on the initiative of the Ural Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences (RAS).

Currently, the prize is paid from the Demidov Scientific Foundation and is awarded not for a specific scientific work, but for the scientist’s overall contribution to the development of science.

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The State University of Management invites 10th and 11th grade students, undergraduate students, and the general public to open lectures on history given by Professor Nikolai Omelchenko, Head of the Department of Public Administration and Political Technologies at the State University of Management, Doctor of Historical Sciences, and laureate of the Russian Federation Government Prize in Education.

The expert will examine the central issues related to national specifics and historical features of the formation of Russian statehood, and will provide a comparative analysis of the Western European and domestic paradigms of state-political development.

In addition, the reforms of Peter I, Catherine the Great, Alexander I, and Alexander II, which are important for understanding the specifics of Russian statehood, and the features of Russia's historical development at the beginning of the 20th century and during the Soviet period, will be conceptually presented.

Lecture participants will be able to delve into the most complex issues of Russian history and learn about new approaches to understanding the traditional foundations of Russian society's political culture, the national mentality and character of the Russian people, and historical alternatives to the state and political development of our country.

Studying history isn't just about knowing dates and events; it's about understanding the processes that shape our society and state. Open lectures will allow young people not only to expand their knowledge but also to develop critical thinking and learn to analyze and interpret historical events.

Meetings will be held online on Thursdays at 8:00 PM via this link. The first lecture will take place on January 29, 2026. Participation is free.

Lecture schedule

Schedule of history lectures for applicants

Date of the event	Lecture topic	Responsible lecturer
January 29, 2026 (Thursday) 20.00-21.20	Lecture 1. Russian statehood and political culture of society: common and specific features in the formation of state relations in Western countries and in Russia	Professor Omelchenko N.A.
February 6, 2026 (Friday) 20.00-21.20	Lecture 2. The evolution of state power in the history of Russia from Kievan Rus to the beginning of the 20th century	Professor Omelchenko N.A.
February 12, 2026 (Thursday) 20.00-21.20	Lecture 3. The history of Russia in faces	Professor Omelchenko N.A.
February 19, 2026 (Thursday) 20.00-21.20	Lecture 4. The Moscow state and the features of governance of traditional society (16th–17th centuries).	Professor Omelchenko N.A.
February 26, 2026 (Thursday) 20.00-21.20	Lecture 5. The Russian Empire on the Path of National Modernization. The Evolution of Russian Statehood under Peter the Great and in the Post-Petrine Period (late 17th century – first half of the 18th century).	Professor Omelchenko N.A.
March 5, 2026 (Thursday) 20.00-21.20	Lecture 6. The Russian Empire on the Path of National Modernization. The Evolution of Russian Statehood during the Reign of Catherine II.	Professor Omelchenko N.A.
March 12, 2026 (Thursday) 20.00-21.20	Lecture 7. Russia in the first half of the 19th century.	Professor Omelchenko N.A.
March 19, 2026 (Thursday) 20.00-21.20	Lecture 8. Russia in the context of reforms in the second half of the 19th century.	Professor Omelchenko N.A.
March 26, 2026 (Thursday) 20.00-21.20	Lecture 9. Russia at the beginning of the 20th century. The Revolution of 1905–1907 and the formation of Russian parliamentarism	Professor Omelchenko N.A.
April 2, 2026 (Thursday) 20.00-21.20	Lecture 10. Between Reform and Revolution. The Revolution of 1917 and the Bolsheviks' Rise to Power	Professor Omelchenko N.A.
April 9, 2026 (Thursday) 20.00-21.20	Lecture 11. Features of the formation of Soviet statehood (October 1917 – mid-1930s)	Professor Omelchenko N.A.
April 16, 2026 (Thursday) 20.00-21.20	Lecture 12. Soviet Russia in the pre-war and post-war years (second half of the 1930s – early 1990s).	Professor Omelchenko N.A., associate professor Vernichenko N.A.
April 23, 2026 (Thursday) 20.00-21.20	Final training on the material covered	Professor Omelchenko N.A.

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Students of the Higher School of Design and Architecture of the Institute of Civil Engineering at St. Petersburg Polytechnic University, Elizaveta Melekhova and Irina Pauls, presented their work at the international Design competition.

The game involves choosing answers and actions while completing tasks. The decisions you make influence not only your success in completing the tasks but also the children's relationships. The boarding school psychologist acts as a teaching character, guiding the player throughout the entire process. A journal is accessible at any time, containing sections including a handbook of traits, children's cards, tasks, inventory, and a map. Movement between locations is accomplished by clicking on the room icons on the map, accessible from the journal.

For people with disabilities or social anxiety, games provide a safe environment for communication and a way to find like-minded people.

The jury awarded The Spectrum a first-place diploma. The project's directors, Semyon Shchur and Victoria Pedenko, both professors at the Institute of Social Studies (ISS), received certificates of appreciation.

Participating in competitions allows us to evaluate the quality of students' work and present the results to the expert community for qualified evaluation, noted Semyon Shchur.

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A group of international students from Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University visited the unique Lenrezerv Museum and Exhibition Complex. The tour, organized as part of a cultural and adaptation program and events dedicated to the 80th anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War, allowed future engineers and scientists from around the world to learn about the heroic history of the city where they would study and live.

The Lenrezerv Museum is renowned for its extensive collection of authentic military equipment, vehicles, artillery pieces, and household items from the Great Patriotic War. Each exhibit is a living testimony to the era, telling the story of the resilience of Leningrad's defenders and home front workers.

The students were particularly impressed not only by the technology itself, but also by the stories behind it. Ahmad Md. Nawab, a student at the Higher School of Biotechnology and Food Technology, shared his emotions: "It was a unique experience. We were told the history of the Lenrezerv Museum, the history of the military equipment and combat vehicles used during the war. It was very interesting! For him, like many others, it was a revelation to see the courage and dedication with which people sacrificed themselves."

Liu Yihan, a student at the preparatory department of SPbPU, remarked on the incredible energy of the exhibits: "Visiting the Lenrezerv was unforgettable. I love these authentic wartime artifacts—they remind us of the people who lived, fought, and defended this land. Thanks to such material evidence, history is no longer just words in a textbook—it comes alive."

For the university, such visits are an important part of its educational and cultural work with international students. They help not only improve their knowledge of the Russian language and history, but also deepen their understanding of Russia's values, traditions, and spiritual heritage, as well as the heroism of the people who defended their country.

The Polytechnic University will continue to organize similar excursions to promote intercultural dialogue and strengthen mutual understanding among students from around the world.

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January 15th is a day filled with celebrations: Viktor Cherepov, Head of the Department of Healthcare and Sports Management at the State University of Management, Doctor of Medical Sciences, Professor, and Honored Doctor of the Russian Federation, celebrates his anniversary today.

Viktor Mikhailovich dedicated his life to healthcare: after graduating from the Karaganda State Medical Institute, he rose through the ranks from a nurse at the Karaganda City Children's Clinical Hospital No. 1 to the chief specialist of the USSR Ministry of Health for the Uzbek SSR and head of the health department of the Russian Government Office.

In 2002, Viktor Cherepov joined the State University of Management and headed the Department of Healthcare and Sports Management, passing on his experience to the younger generation and providing the country's economy with highly qualified personnel. Viktor Mikhailovich is also involved in research and has authored over 100 publications on public health and healthcare management.

We wish the esteemed professor success in achieving his goals, new opportunities for further growth, and prosperity in all areas of his life.

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On this snowy day, the State University of Management congratulates the Director of the Institute of Public Administration and Law, Head of the Department of Private Law, Doctor of Law, and Associate Professor Fyodor Myshko on his birthday.

Under your confident leadership, the Institute annually expands its capabilities and attracts new student enrollments through the use of modern teaching methods, the involvement of practicing specialists, and the development of relevant competencies.

Thank you for your dedication, fairness, courage in decision-making and commitment to continuous improvement of existing processes.

Dear Fyodor Georgievich, we wish you continued success in your professional endeavors, the achievement of all your goals, a close-knit team, and talented students. May you never encounter snowdrifts or other obstacles along the way, and may you have more reasons to rejoice.

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