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Yuri Trutnev: With the participation of DOM.RF, more than 150 rental apartments have been occupied in Khabarovsk and Anadyr.

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Another 153 apartments have been occupied in the Far East under the program Affordable rental housing in the Far Eastern Federal District and the Arctic Zone of the Russian Federation, operated by DOM.RF. A total of 3,188 apartments in nine regions have already been delivered to tenants, according to Deputy Prime Minister and Presidential Plenipotentiary Envoy to the Far Eastern Federal District Yuri Trutnev.

In Anadyr (Chukotka Autonomous Okrug), 40 families received keys to their apartments in the presence of regional governor Vladislav Kuznetsov. They were provided with rental housing in a building that is part of the Yagodny-2 residential complex. In Khabarovsk, 113 apartments in the Severny Park residential complex have been occupied. The categories of tenants have been determined by regional authorities. They include doctors, teachers, young professionals under 35, employees of defense industry enterprises, and representatives of other in-demand professions.

"We are fulfilling the goal set by the head of state to provide young professionals and in-demand workers with housing at subsidized rent. Tenants pay about a quarter of the market price, with the state subsidizing the remaining costs. This program helps those already living and working in the Far East and attracts additional specialists, thereby contributing to the economic development of the macroregion and improving people's lives," said Yuri Trutnev.

A rental house in Khabarovsk was built on a plot of land transferred to the developer following one of the first DOM.RF auctions for the right to conclude a comprehensive territorial development agreement (CTDA), took place by the end of 2021. In total, more than 600,000 square meters of housing are planned to be built on a territory with a total area of 66.9 hectares.

"Our goal when implementing large-scale projects in the Far East is to offer comprehensive solutions that not only provide people with square meters but also create a comfortable urban environment in new microdistricts. DOM.RF offers a wide range of market-relevant and government-supported tools for this purpose. The Khabarovsk project is a prime example of this approach, as it utilizes project financing from DOM.RF, along with land transfer for construction, and an infrastructure bond mechanism, which made it possible to build the TM-35 heating main, which will eventually provide heat to 30,000 families in three microdistricts under construction," noted Denis Filippov, Deputy General Director of DOM.RF.

Thanks to subsidies from the federal and regional budgets, a family in Khabarovsk will pay approximately 4,600 rubles per month for an apartment of approximately 20 square meters, and 19,500 rubles for an apartment of approximately 83 square meters. This is the third rental building in the region built under the program. A total of 2,388 new apartments will be rented out under the program in the region.

"Constructing affordable rental housing isn't just about adding square footage; it's an investment in the region's future. This approach not only provides housing for the region's needed specialists but also creates a sustainable environment for attracting talent and boosting the economy. Last year, more than 320 families in Khabarovsk Krai improved their housing conditions thanks to the program: 84 of them received keys to apartments in Komsomolsk-on-Amur and 240 in Khabarovsk. DOM.RF is a reliable partner in implementing this goal," said Khabarovsk Krai Governor Dmitry Demeshin.

The monthly rent for a 36.5 square meter apartment in Anadyr will be 12,100 rubles thanks to subsidies from the federal and regional budgets, while for a 59.4 square meter apartment, it will be 19,900 rubles. This is the second rental building in Chukotka to be completed under the program. The first, along with 42 families, will be completed in Vladivostok in December 2023. received 40 families received keys to apartments in the Yagodny residential complex. A total of 366 rental apartments will be handed over to residents in the district.

"Rental homes are a key solution for those who want to work and live in Chukotka. This program allows professionals not only to come here, but to stay here, raise their children, and build a future. In partnership with DOM.RF, we create comfortable conditions and ensure an influx of new professionals for the region," emphasized Vladislav Kuznetsov.

DOM.RF operates a program to build affordable rental housing in the Far Eastern Federal District and the Arctic. The Russian government has allocated 87 billion rubles for this purpose. The construction of approximately 11,400 rental apartments in all 11 regions of the Far Eastern Federal District has already been financed. started Construction of the first building in the Murmansk region. Thanks to special financing conditions and subsidies from federal and regional budgets, the monthly rental rate is approximately one-quarter of the market average.

Since 2016, DOM.RF has been operating in several residential rental categories: commercial, corporate, discounted rentals for certain categories of citizens, and student rentals. The company's portfolio currently includes 87 projects in 20 regions of Russia. In total, it has financed the construction of over 22,500 apartments and suites with modern finishes, furniture, and appliances, covering a total area of 1.1 million square meters. The total investment volume is approximately 140 billion rubles.

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Financial news: On February 16, 2026, a new basis for calculating the zero-coupon yield curve for government bonds will come into effect.

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From February 16, 2026, a new composition of the calculation base for the zero-coupon yield curve of government bonds (federal loan bonds) will come into effect.

The calculation basis for the zero-coupon yield curve for government bonds, effective from 16.02.2026

No. Name State registration number
1 OFZ 26245 SU26245RMFS9
2 OFZ 26219 SU26219RMFS4
3 OFZ 26226 SU26226RMFS9
4 OFZ 26207 SU26207RMFS9
5 OFZ 26232 SU26232RMFS7
6 OFZ 26212 SU26212RMFS9
7 OFZ 26242 SU26242RMFS6
8 OFZ 26228 SU26228RMFS5
9 OFZ 26218 SU26218RMFS6
10 OFZ 26241 SU26241RMFS8
11 OFZ 26221 SU26221RMFS0
12 OFZ 26244 SU26244RMFS2
13 OFZ 26225 SU26225RMFS1
14 OFZ 26233 SU26233RMFS5
15 OFZ 26240 SU26240RMFS0
16 OFZ 26243 SU26243RMFS4
17 OFZ 26230 SU26230RMFS1
18 OFZ 26238 SU26238RMFS4
19 OFZ 26239 SU26239RMFS2
20 OFZ 26247 SU26247RMFS5
21 OFZ 26236 SU26236RMFS8
22 OFZ 26237 SU26237RMFS6
23 OFZ 26248 SU26248RMFS3
24 OFZ 26235 SU26235RMFS0
25 OFZ 26224 SU26224RMFS4
26 OFZ 26246 SU26246RMFS7
27 OFZ 26249 SU26249RMFS1
28 OFZ 26250 SU26250RMFS9
29 OFZ 26252 SU26252RMFS5
30 OFZ 26251 SU26251RMFS7
31 OFZ 26253 SU26253RMFS3
32 OFZ 26254 SU26254RMFS1

Detailed information on the zero-coupon yield curve for government bonds (federal loan bonds) is available on the exchange's website. http://moex.com/a3642

Contact information for media: 7 (495) 363-3232PR@moex.com

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Denis Manturov chaired a meeting of the organizing committee to prepare for Space Week 2026.

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Denis Manturov chaired a meeting of the organizing committee to prepare for Space Week 2026.

First Deputy Prime Minister Denis Manturov chaired the first meeting of the organizing committee for Space Week 2026. The event took place at the National Space Center named after the world's first female cosmonaut, Vera Tereshkova.

Earlier, President Vladimir Putin signed a decree establishing Space Week as an annual event in Russia from April 6 to 12. In 2026, Space Week will also be part of the commemorative events commemorating the 65th anniversary of the first human spaceflight. Denis Manturov has been appointed chairman of the organizing committee.

"Overall, Space Week should help enhance the prestige of work in the industry. Government agencies, regions, businesses, the scientific, cultural, and educational communities, as well as the media, must be united around this goal. I ask all members of the organizing committee to do everything possible in their respective areas to ensure that Space Week becomes a truly large-scale nationwide event," the First Deputy Prime Minister said.

The key events of the upcoming Space Week include the Russian Space Forum. The First Deputy Prime Minister emphasized the need to ensure a high-quality, substantive forum program and a high-level of participation.

In addition to the Space Forum, the Week will feature an educational marathon organized by the "Knowledge" society, a series of thematic sessions and hackathons at Roscosmos' flagship universities, a number of theatrical productions and museum exhibitions across the country, the broadcast of documentary, feature, and popular science content about space on federal television, a youth concert, and a gala event at the State Kremlin Palace.

"Space is not only a source of national pride but also a key resource for Russia's development, technological, and economic leadership. Developing our own launch capabilities, satellite constellations, production, and digital platforms ensures the independence of our critical infrastructure and shapes a new near-Earth space economy. At the same time, space is a universal language of cooperation. Through joint projects, technology exchange, and open dialogue, we strengthen Russia's position as a responsible partner, using space diplomacy as a tool of soft power and a constructive international agenda," noted Anton Kobyakov, Advisor to the President of Russia and Executive Secretary of the Organizing Committee of Space Week 2026.

"Our mission is to showcase modern space, the space that surrounds us every day: from communications and navigation on our phones to the artificial intelligence that already assists astronauts in orbit. This is all space: familiar, yet innovative and dynamically developing. The Week's communications objective can be summed up briefly: space to the max. Our goal is for more than 100 million people to learn about Russian Space Week and its events from a variety of sources," said Dmitry Bakanov, head of Roscosmos.

The event was also attended by Energy Minister Sergei Tsivilev (via video link) and Commander-in-Chief of the Space Forces and Deputy Commander-in-Chief of the Aerospace Forces Alexander Golovko.

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Dmitry Patrushev: It is necessary to accelerate the creation of waste management infrastructure in the Volga Federal District.

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Dmitry Patrushev held a meeting on developing a closed-loop economy and improving waste management in the Volga Federal District.

During his working visit to the Nizhny Novgorod Region, Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Patrushev held a meeting on developing a circular economy and improving waste management in the Volga Federal District. Representatives of the Federal Assembly, the leadership of the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment, the Russian Environmental Operator, and regions of the federal district participated in the event.

"The Volga Federal District generates approximately 20% of the country's total municipal solid waste annually, amounting to over 8 million tons. Since 2019, 75 municipal solid waste management facilities have been commissioned here. Their combined processing capacity is approximately 3 million tons, and their disposal capacity is over 800,000 tons per year," said Dmitry Patrushev.

The Deputy Prime Minister announced that to achieve the industry's goals—100% sorting and reducing the landfill share to 50%—an additional 69 waste management facilities must be built in the Volga Federal District by 2030. Dmitry Patrushev emphasized the importance of accelerating the creation of the required infrastructure.

Another topic of the meeting was the development of a circular economy. According to the decree of the President of Russia, a quarter of waste should be recycled by 2030.

"In total, the Volga Federal District generates over 100 million tons of waste of all types annually. In addition to municipal solid waste, this includes waste from industry, construction, medicine, agriculture, and forestry. However, existing capacity for its disposal is still insufficient. Therefore, each region in the district must find its own growth opportunity in this area," noted Dmitry Patrushev.

The Deputy Prime Minister also emphasized the importance of ensuring a balance in processing capacity, taking into account interregional deficits and surpluses across various areas. Furthermore, it is necessary not only to build new facilities but also to efficiently utilize existing ones. This must be taken into account when building appropriate supply chains. The Ministry of Natural Resources and the Russian Ecological Operator will assist the constituent entities of the Russian Federation in this effort.

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Marat Khusnullin signed programs for the development of key settlements and the modernization of public utilities infrastructure in the DPR.

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Marat Khusnullin and DPR Head Denis Pushilin signed documents on the development of key settlements and the restoration and modernization of public utilities.

February 13, 2026

Marat Khusnullin and DPR Head Denis Pushilin signed documents on the development of key settlements and the restoration and modernization of public utilities.

February 13, 2026

Marat Khusnullin visited the Raduga kindergarten in Mariupol.

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Marat Khusnullin visited the Raduga kindergarten in Mariupol.

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Marat Khusnullin visited the Raduga kindergarten in Mariupol.

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Marat Khusnullin visited the Raduga kindergarten in Mariupol.

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Marat Khunullin visited the new building of the 28th fire and rescue unit of the Ministry of Emergency Situations in the Ordzhonikidze district of Mariupol.

February 13, 2026

Marat Khunullin visited the new building of the 28th fire and rescue unit of the Ministry of Emergency Situations in the Ordzhonikidze district of Mariupol.

February 13, 2026

Marat Khunullin visited the new building of the 28th fire and rescue unit of the Ministry of Emergency Situations in the Ordzhonikidze district of Mariupol.

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Marat Khusnullin and DPR Head Denis Pushilin signed documents on the development of key settlements and the restoration and modernization of public utilities.

Deputy Prime Minister Marat Khusnullin made a working visit to the Donetsk People's Republic. As part of the visit, he inspected renovated facilities and held meetings.

"I watched the children perform songs and dances at the Raduga kindergarten in Mariupol. I noted the key words in one of the poems: this isn't just a building for young children, but a cozy home, and they're celebrating their housewarming in it. These statements are fully consistent with our objectives under the national project 'Infrastructure for Life.' Over 130 children attend the kindergarten, and under the supervision of the 'Single Customer,' conditions for their comprehensive development have been created. The gymnasium even has a chessboard floor, and there are plans to collaborate with a chess club in the future," the Deputy Prime Minister said.

He also visited the new building of the 28th Fire and Rescue Unit of the Ministry of Emergency Situations in the Ordzhonikidze District of Mariupol. It is equipped with specialized equipment and everything necessary for 24/7 service and rapid response.

During a meeting on the socioeconomic development of the DPR, participants discussed regional budget execution, plans for the restoration and development of distribution networks, and water supply issues. Marat Khusnullin and the head of the republic, Denis Pushilin, then signed documents on the development of key settlements and measures to restore and modernize public infrastructure facilities in the DPR. The Russian Ministry of Construction and the Territorial Development Fund, a public company, participated in their development.

"The first document is a practical action plan: what will be done across the region over the next five years in 34 key settlements where the majority of the DPR population lives. As a result of this work, quality of life should improve by at least 30%. The second is plans to bring utility networks up to standard. There are 2,000 headworks, filtration, and pumping stations in the republic—77% of which require modernization. The length of heating, water supply, and wastewater networks is over 22,000 km, of which 57% require replacement. Of course, the most important issue is water supply. The program outlines the priority work we need to do to reduce losses and the new water pipelines we need to build to provide residents with water," noted Marat Khusnullin.

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The rector of the State University of Management took part in the first meeting of the State Council Commission on Personnel in 2026.

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On February 13, Vladimir Stroyev, Rector of the State University of Management, took part in an extended meeting of the State Council of the Russian Federation Commission on Personnel.

At the opening of the meeting, the commission's chairman, Kaluga Region Governor and GUU alumnus Vladislav Shapsha, outlined the commission's key areas of systematic work, which encompasses the entire labor market development cycle: forecasting personnel needs, restructuring the mid-level vocational education system, migration policy, and graduate employment and career development.

"The issues discussed at the commission meetings were comprehensive. We covered the entire cycle – from forecasting and personnel training to their employment and adaptation," said Vladislav Shapsha.

Deputy Minister of Labor and Social Protection of the Russian Federation Dmitry Platygin reported that all key indicators of the national project set for 2025 have been met, and the preliminary target for reducing the labor shortage has been exceeded, reaching 101.7%.

One of the key areas of work for 2026 will be increasing the prestige of blue-collar jobs and promoting secondary vocational education, said Vladimir Solodov, Chairman of the "Working People" working group and Governor of Kamchatka Krai.

Vladimir Region Governor Alexander Avdeev, Chairman of the "Active Measures to Promote Employment" working group, noted that the commission, together with the Ministry of Digital Development, Communications, and Mass Media and the Federal Service for Labor and Employment, is exploring the possibility of integrating the "Work Russia" platform with leading commercial HR platforms to automate job postings and simplify the process of receiving government support.

As a reminder, Vladimir Stroyev is a member of the State Council of the Russian Federation's Human Resources Committee and regularly attends its meetings. We previously reported on the issues discussed at the 2025 meetings: January, February, June, and December, as well as at the final meeting.

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February 13 is the birthday of Ivan Krylov, the most widely read author of the 19th century.

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257 years ago, on February 13, Ivan Krylov was born—the famous fabulist whose lines we remember from childhood. They contain simple, everyday wisdom familiar to everyone, which is why, even two centuries ago, everyone read his works, regardless of class or age. They remain relevant today:

"How many times have we told the world that flattery is vile and harmful; but it's all to no avail, and a flatterer will always find a place in the heart."

Childhood and the "first steps" of a career

Ivan Andreevich was born in Moscow, the son of an officer. His father possessed a large home library, so from childhood his son was immersed in books and self-educated: he studied arithmetic, foreign languages (English, Italian, German), and read extensively. The boy received no formal education, as he was already working as an assistant clerk at the age of 11 – his father died early, leaving his mother to help support the family. It was she who taught the future writer to read and write, and a tutor who taught him French.

At age 13, the young man moved to St. Petersburg, where he lived in the home of a family friend, the civil servant Fyodor Lvov. The move had a profound impact on his work: Krylov gained access to the capital's literary circle. On the advice of the fabulist Ivan Dmitriev, he translated Jean de Lefautin, a work that received praise from connoisseurs and became the starting point for his fable writing.

At age 15, he spent his free time from his duties in the chamber at the theater, meeting actors and working on his own works. In the late 1780s, Krylov wrote the daring plays "The Americans" and "The Pranksters." And in 1786, his opera "The Writer in the Hallway" was staged. After his initial success, Ivan Andreevich decided to leave his post and devote himself entirely to literature and theater. In 1789, the writer began publishing the humorous magazine "Mail of Spirits," in which he exposed government officials for bribery and lawbreaking.

Dissatisfaction with the authorities and a pause in creativity

Krylov found his niche in writing fables. They were distinguished by their realism and truthfulness, superb language, and memorable style. From 1789 to 1793, his works were actively published in the capital's journals: "Morning Hours," "Mail of Spirits," "Spectator," and "St. Petersburg Mercury." However, in 1793, "Mercury" was closed, placing him under secret police surveillance. The authorities were dissatisfied with his work and exiled him from St. Petersburg, banishing him from the governor's cities. Ivan Andreevich abandoned writing for many years. In 1797, he met Prince Golitsyn, who offered Krylov a position as a children's tutor and secretary.

"Tackle what you are good at if you want to have a successful end to your endeavors."

It wasn't until 1805 that the writer returned to fables, beginning to translate and write them. Within four years, his work had become immensely popular and, ultimately, brought him great fame. From 1810, the writer worked at the Imperial Public Library, and in 1811, he became a member of the Russian Academy and a member of the Literary Society of Lovers of Russian Literature. During this time, his most famous works were written: "The Crow and the Fox," "The Elephant and the Pug," "The Dragonfly and the Ant," "The Quartet," "The Monkey and the Glasses," "The Swan, the Crayfish, and the Pike," "The Quartet," and many others. During his lifetime, Krylov wrote over 230 fables.

Krylov's acclaim was universal. He was read, quoted, and parsed into catchphrases: "The crow cawed with all its might," "Sing, my dear, don't be ashamed!," "The swan rushes into the clouds, the crayfish retreats, and the pike pulls into the water," "And you, friends, no matter how you sit, are still no good at being musicians," "Without a fight, you become a big bully."

Awards and achievements

Thanks to Ivan Krylov, the fable became so popular in the country and reflected the events unfolding there, like a chronicle. Nikolai Gogol characterized Krylov and his work thus: "Krylov chose the fable form, disdained by everyone as something old, unfit for use, and almost a child's toy—and in this fable he managed to become a national poet."

The writer received not only public recognition and admiration but also state awards and a pension. From 1816, he held the position of librarian at the Imperial Public Library. For his creative achievements, he was awarded the Gold Medal of the Russian Academy, the Order of St. Stanislav, 2nd class, the Order of St. Anna, 2nd class, and the Order of St. Vladimir, 4th class.

Krylov's 50th Anniversary

In 1838, St. Petersburg celebrated the famous fabulist's birthday with great pomp. Firstly, it was the first time in Russian and European culture that a living writer was honored solely for his literary achievements. Secondly, over three hundred people were invited to the celebration in the hall of the St. Petersburg Assembly of the Nobility: ministers, members of the State Council, literary figures, and the young Grand Dukes Mikhail and Nikolai with their tutors. The anniversary was prepared by a group of St. Petersburg writers; a script was even written. It included a gala dinner, a performance of the anniversary cantata by the bass Osip Petrov, the decoration of the hall with a bust of Krylov, the awarding of the writer, a showering of flowers, and the crowning of the celebrant with a laurel wreath.

By the Supreme Command, a commemorative medal with a portrait of the fabulist was minted for this date, and two Krylov scholarships were established for poor high school students.

In 1845, Vissarion Belinsky wrote in an article dedicated to the memory of the writer: “…Krylov received a true, unprecedented reward for his literary merits… St. Petersburg writers, with their highest permission, gave Krylov a dinner, in which many dignitaries and famous people participated.”

Retirement and move to Vasilievsky Island

In 1841, Krylov retired from his career with a lifelong pension and moved to Vasilievsky Island. The reason for this decision was unknown: some believed the writer had become addicted to gambling, others believed he was hiding from society due to literary failures.

His daily routine included reading periodicals, smoking cigars, and receiving visitors, with whom he conducted conversations without leaving his chair due to ill health. He was still feeling well on November 20, 1844, but on the 21st, he asked to be put to bed and passed away.

The writer's final wish was to send out an invitation to his own funeral in the form of a special funeral edition of his fables. Ivan Andreevich's funeral service took place in St. Isaac's Cathedral. It couldn't accommodate all those wishing to say their farewells, so crowds filled Nevsky Prospect. The hearse proceeded to the Alexander Nevsky Lavra, where the writer was buried. In 1855, a magnificent monument to Krylov, designed by sculptor Pyotr Klodt, was erected in the Summer Garden.

Ivan Krylov's works have become firmly entrenched in folklore, translated into over 50 foreign languages, and are a symbol of the national spirit and realism. Surpassing Pushkin and Karamzin, the fabulist became the most widely read writer of the 19th century and a "renewer" of the Russian literary language.

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RUDN University scientists have developed a document for quality control of an entire class of drugs

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Imagine needing to measure the size of a dust particle, which is a thousand times thinner than a human hair. What's more, the dust particle doesn't stay still, but moves chaotically through the liquid. This is precisely the challenge pharmacists face every day, monitoring the quality of modern medications. And now—for the first time in Russia—they will have a single, legally approved measurement method.

The Russian Ministry of Health has approved a draft general pharmacopoeial monograph developed by the Department of Pharmaceutical and Toxicological Chemistry at the RUDN University Institute of Medicine. The document establishes a state quality control standard for an entire class of drugs—colloidal solutions, emulsions, nanoparticles, and even vaccines.

Team: Who Created the Quality Standard?

Anton Vladimirovich Syroeshkin is a Doctor of Biological Sciences, Professor, and Head of Department. Tatyana Vadimovna Pletneva is a Doctor of Chemical Sciences and Professor. Olga Valeryevna Levitskaya is a Candidate of Chemical Sciences and Associate Professor. Elena Valeryevna Uspenskaya is a Doctor of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Professor.

What is a "colloid" and why can't it be seen?

When we buy drops, sprays, or injection solutions at the pharmacy, we think the liquid in the ampoule is completely transparent and homogeneous. But this is not entirely true. Many modern medications are colloidal systems. Simply put, tiny solid particles or oil droplets float in the liquid, so small that they are invisible to the naked eye.

Examples from life:

Protargol (nasal drops) is a colloidal silver solution; Polyglucin and Hemodesis, which are used to treat blood loss, are also colloids; even some new-generation vaccines are based on virus-like particles smaller than 150 nanometers.

The problem is that particles up to 400 nanometers in size are invisible to optical microscopes—they're smaller than the wavelength of light. Inspecting their quality is like checking the straightness of a seam while wearing very thick mittens.

Laser magic: how to "catch" the invisible man?

The method standardized by RUDN scientists is called dynamic light scattering (DLS).

A colloidal solution is illuminated by a laser, and a special sensor records how the brightness of the scattered light changes over time. The particles in the liquid are in constant thermal motion. Large particles "tremble" slowly, while small ones vibrate rapidly. By analyzing this "tremble," a computer calculates the precise size.

Particle size in a drug is a factor in safety and effectiveness

"Particles that are too large can clog capillaries or not be absorbed. Uneven size means the active substance dose will fluctuate from ampoule to ampoule. And in vaccines based on virus-like particles, size critically affects how the immune system 'sees' the enemy," says Elena Uspenskaya.

RUDN University sets the standard. The DLS principle itself has been used in science and industry since the 1990s. However, it was only included in the EU list of mandatory drug control methods in 2023–2024. Russia is not copying Western regulations, but is developing its own, more in-depth and precise ones. The European version describes the method in a fairly general way. The RUDN University version contains a comprehensive section on theory and mathematical models, eliminating any misunderstandings. It outlines sample preparation requirements, down to how to filter the solvent and at what temperature to measure. Furthermore, the article is tailored to the national regulatory framework and uses terminology familiar to Russian pharmacists.

"The development of a general pharmacopoeial monograph transforms the DLS method from a convenient analytical tool into a mandatory element of regulated control. The general pharmacopoeial monograph introduces universal criteria: what polydispersity index is considered acceptable, what Z-average value should be recorded in the drug passport. This will reduce the variability of methods and associated errors in determining particle sizes in solutions for medical use. It will also facilitate the comparability of results both at the drug registration stage and during the publication of scientific results in the form of uniform terminology, test parameters, and experimental quality criteria," says Elena Uspenskaya.

Regarding the impact on the educational process, changes to the course content of "Physical and Colloid Chemistry" are possible after the article's approval. However, as Elena Valeryevna notes, the courses "Methods of Pharmacopoeial Analysis" and "Quality Control of Medicines" at the RUDN University Institute of Medicine already include modules on dynamic light scattering.

The draft general pharmacopoeial monograph is currently undergoing scientific and technical editing at the Institute of Pharmacopoeia and Standardization. It is expected that in the first quarter of 2026, an order from the Ministry of Health will approve this monograph as part of the State Pharmacopoeia of the Russian Federation.

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Maria Balakan: "Mistakes and failures are an important part of achieving a goal."

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Today's featured guest is Maria Balakan, a Russian billiards champion and student at the Higher School of Law and Forensic Science at the Polytechnic Institute of Humanities.

Maria is a goal-oriented and versatile athlete who won the Russian adult championship at just 16 years old. She successfully combines intensive training with her studies at the Polytechnic University and is learning Chinese, practicing in the country, which she has already visited nine times in the past year and a half.

Read about the path to her sport—the role of family and passion, why billiards is compared to chess in motion, and the dreams of a seven-time Russian champion.interview on the website of the newspaper "Polytechnic".

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The winners of the 5th International Competition "ArchConcept" were awarded at St. Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering.

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Awarding of the winners

The results of the 5th International Architectural Open Creative Competition "ArchConcept" were announced and the awards ceremony was held at the Saint Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering. This year's competition was held under the theme "The Modern City. Traditions and Innovations."

Oleg Romanov, Chairman of the Competition Organizing Committee, Honored Architect of Russia, Honorary President and Advisor to the President of the Union of Architects of St. Petersburg, Corresponding Member of the Russian Academy of Architecture and Construction Sciences, PhD in Architecture, and Professor of the Department of Architectural Design at St. Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering, addressed the participants and guests with a welcoming address. He noted the high quality of the submitted works and emphasized the importance of conceptual thinking in contemporary architecture:

"The number of awardees today speaks to the seriousness of the competition. The work of our colleagues—both Russian and international—was distinguished by its innovativeness and interesting conceptual solutions. Participating in competitions is one of the most important components of an architect's professional career."

The competition jury chair, Vladimir Linov, Honored Architect of Russia, Professor of the International Academy of Architecture, and Associate Professor at St. Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering (SPbGASU), emphasized the scale of the work accomplished and noted that the jury had to evaluate a significant number of projects, including those submitted in Chinese. He expressed hope for further strengthening of the conceptual component of the competition proposals.

Andrey Surovenkov, Deputy Chairman of the Competition Organizing Committee and Acting Dean of the Faculty of Architecture at St. Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering, recalled that the competition began as a university-based event and, over the course of several years, has grown to an international level:

"The competition intensifies every year, and the number of interesting concepts grows. We congratulate the winners and thank all participants for their courage to test their skills in a professional environment."

Doctor of Architecture, Professor Yulia Yankovskaya, Head of the Department of Urban Planning at St. Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering, noted that in today's environment, it is especially important to preserve the creative spirit of the profession and support the conceptual direction of architectural activity.

Competition curator Daria Boytsova presented statistics: over 500 applications were received for the 2025–2026 competition season, and including supervisors, the total number of participants approached 1,000. Representatives from higher education institutions in Russia, China, Belarus, Kazakhstan, and the Pridnestrovian Moldavian Republic participated in the project.

Competition winners

The winners of the 5th International Competition "ArchConcept" were representatives of Russian and foreign higher education institutions.

Nomination "Architecture"

Professional architects

Hoxha Fionalda, Elena Kuznetsova – project "Development of the city of Tirana. Educational complex in the area of "Artificial Lake Tirana"" (Moscow State Academic Art Institute named after V.I. Surikov).

Conceptual proposal

Nadezhda Zanina – “Educational and Training Complex in Moscow” (Ural State University of Architecture and Arts named after N.S. Alferov (USAHU)).

Diploma project

Anna Kalugina – “Museum complex in Yekaterinburg” (Ural State Art University).

Course project

Alexandra Borisova – “Museum of the Sea in Novorossiysk” (Ural State Art University).

Nomination "Urban Planning"

Conceptual proposal

Madina Abdrakhmanova, Arina Korelskaya, Vladimir Ponomarev (SPbGASU).

Diploma project

Pavel Panshin – “Adaptive coastal settlement ‘Hydropolis’” (Patrice Lumumba Peoples’ Friendship University of Russia).

Course project

Bogdan Lobanov, Daria Manakova (SPbGASU).

Nomination "Design of the Architectural Environment"

Professional architects

Anna Rodina, Ksenia Raskurina, Ksenia Yakovleva (SPbGASU).

Conceptual proposal

Li Qiuhao, Zhu Hanlin, Huo Minqi, Li Rui (Heibei University of Architecture and Civil Engineering, People's Republic of China).

Course project

Taisiya Kiryanova (SPbGASU).

Nomination "Restoration and Reconstruction of Architectural Heritage"

Professional architects

Anastasia Urdasheva (SPbGASU).

Conceptual proposals

Tatyana Gavrilyuk (SPbGASU).

Diploma thesis

Maria Ulybina (Tambov State Technical University).

Coursework

Jin Hanyu, Li Yutong, He Xuanwei (Shenyang University of Architecture and Civil Engineering, People's Republic of China).

Students of general education institutions and students of secondary vocational education institutions

The jury paid special attention to the young participants: students from general education institutions and students from secondary vocational educational institutions demonstrated their skills on par with professionals, demonstrating bold ideas, creative thinking, and a high level of project preparation.

Nomination "Architecture. Students of general education institutions"

First-degree diploma – Yulia Startseva, supervisor Olga Gromkovskaya: “The concept of the modern city of Eventum on Mars” (Voronezh, Lyceum No. 7).

Second degree diploma – Evgeny Panteleev, “Concept of an exhibition center” (St. Petersburg, school No. 175).

Nomination "Architecture. Students of secondary vocational education institutions"

First-degree diploma – Ilya Lebret, supervisor Elena Strelnikova: “Chalet-style cottage” (Krasnodar College of Architecture and Civil Engineering).

Second-degree diploma – Anastasia Tsyplakova, director Elena Strelnikova: “Educational school for 725 students in the city of Krasnodar” (Krasnodar Architectural and Civil Engineering College).

Third-degree diploma – Pavel Sedegov, supervisor Irina Ablizina: “Project for a 100-bed hotel” (Perm Construction College).

These projects demonstrated that even school and college students can create professionally thought-out architectural concepts, and their participation became an important component of the international competition.

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