Students and staff of the State University of Management participated in the International Symposium "Creating the Future"

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On October 7-8, the 2nd International Symposium "Creating the Future" was held at the National Center "Russia." This large-scale event brought together representatives from 85 countries and all regions of the Russian Federation.

Over the course of two days, representatives of the expert community discussed the fundamental changes the world may face in the foreseeable future.

The State University of Management's delegation participating in the symposium included Artem Merenkov, Associate Professor of the Department of Transport Complex Management; Dmitry Rogov, Assistant Professor of the Department and Director of the SUMU Business Incubator; and students majoring in Logistics and Supply Chain Management: Ksenia Kudryavtseva, winner of the 2025 National Far Eastern Logistics Olympiad, and Ekaterina Glyzina, recipient of a first-place diploma at the youth conference at the Moscow Academic Economic Forum (MAEF-2025).

Maxim Oreshkin, Deputy Chief of Staff of the Presidential Executive Office, opened the II International Symposium "Creating the Future." In his welcoming remarks, he emphasized the priority of the youth program on the forum's agenda: "It's important for young men and women to see opportunities for development and to realize their potential—in science and creativity, in sports and entrepreneurship, and through volunteer projects. Then, their wildest dreams will surely come true."

The event featured 50 different events, divided into three areas: "Society," "Technology," and "Global Cooperation." Participants discussed demographic issues, urbanization, artificial intelligence, and the shared future of Russia and the Global South in megaprojects. In an open lecture format, everyone was welcome to listen to expert discussions and participate directly.

The key session, attended by representatives from the State University of Management, was a lecture by the Russian Science Foundation (RSF) titled "Strategic Forecasting: From Signals to Decisions," dedicated to the systematic process of preparing the country for future challenges. Participants agreed that this task is particularly pressing today in the science and technology sector, which requires a transition to proactive, systemic goal-setting and resource focusing on solving key problems. Participants learned about the modern methodology of scenario forecasting, which allows for transforming uncertainty from a threat into a resource for effective decision-making in the new reality.

It is important to note that today, GUU is implementing four research projects commissioned by the Russian Science Foundation:

"A Study of Mechanisms for Improving Foreign Economic Relations of the Russian Agro-Industrial Complex"; "Multipolar Strategic Management of a Firm in the Context of Structural Transformation, Digitalization, and Intellectualization of the Economy"; "Socioeconomic and Political-Administrative Transformation of Modern Southern Russia. 'New' and 'Old' Regions: A Comparative Historical Analysis and Development Prospects"; "Heavyweight Polyfunctional Construction Composites of Different Structures for Earthquake-Resistant Construction Based on Man-Made Raw Materials."

Delegates of the first management seminar also participated in a roundtable discussion titled "How Will Future Generations Change the Labor Market?", where leading experts discussed the development of a "visual portrait of the person of the future"—a new type of professional who will shape the labor market of tomorrow. Participants learned how the younger generation's values and perceptions of work are changing, which competencies will become defining in the near future, and how technologies, including artificial intelligence, will impact the labor market and the boundaries between industries, regions, and professions.

Additionally, during the symposium, SUM representatives were able to visit the interactive exhibition "Made in Russia," where they were introduced to innovative developments and technological solutions created by scientists and engineers from across the country.

The international symposium "Creating the Future" was organized at the request of Russian President Vladimir Putin under the auspices of the Decade of Science and Technology, with the support of the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Russian Ministry of Science and Higher Education, and the Russian Ministry of Culture. A key event of the symposium was the decision to integrate it into the global Open Dialogue ecosystem, as announced by Deputy Chief of Staff of the Presidential Executive Office Maxim Oreshkin.

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Novosibirsk State University has launched a lecture course, "University of the Silver Age," for pensioners in the Sovietsky District.

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The lecture course "University of the Silver Age" began at Novosibirsk State University on October 8th. The participants were pensioners from the Sovetsky District of Novosibirsk. This course on financial literacy was organized by Faculty of Economics (EF) of NSU In collaboration with the administration of the Sovetsky District of Novosibirsk, with the support of State Duma Deputy Alexander Aksenenko, the event is being conducted by specialists from Alfa-Bank and Sber. It is part of the mandatory "Service Learning" course, which is being implemented in various formats at all universities across the country and aims to develop civic responsibility, leadership skills, and patriotism, along with professional competencies, through the implementation of socially oriented projects. Students are assigned tasks by social partners, who also oversee student activities throughout the semester. The "Silver Age University" course events in the fall semester are being organized by a project team of second-year students from the NSU Faculty of Economics: Ulyana Molodtseva, Daria Denisova, Darima Bayartueva, and Daria Zyazeva.

The first event of the course was a lecture by Alfa-Bank representative Tatyana Shamanaeva, titled "Money in Action: Generating Income from Savings and Deposits." The expert discussed investment types, and the audience learned about the main instruments for capital growth, namely, savings accounts, deposits, and securities. Investment strategies were also discussed, with the bank representative explaining how to choose the appropriate action plan based on goals and investment timeframes. She also explained when it's appropriate to invest your savings and, together with the audience, explored key points for an effective start and risk minimization. This lecture was aimed not only at helping students understand the basics of investing, but also at their practical application for generating a stable income and managing their finances wisely.

Tatyana Shamanaeva explained that investing can be a way for seniors to supplement their pensions. However, only available funds should be invested, as investments always carry some risk. The most common investment instruments are stocks and bonds. For those who are less willing to take risks, federal loan bonds, which offer yields around the Central Bank of the Russian Federation's key rate, as well as corporate bonds from reliable companies and municipal bonds, may be preferable. However, it's important to avoid high-yield bonds (20% or more above the Central Bank of the Russian Federation's key rate), as they are often risky. Also, avoid investing all your funds in a single bond or a single issuer (an organization or other entity that issues and markets financial assets such as stocks, bonds, banknotes, or bank cards to raise funds).

The expert also explained how pensioners can use various banking products, earn interest on deposits, cashback on prescription medications, and certain purchase categories.

The next lecture, "Financial Health," will take place on October 15th. Sberbank representative Anna Voronova will lead the lecture. She will offer advice on maintaining financial stability, managing financial obligations, and rationally building capital and creating financial plans. The expert will also discuss expenses, savings, insurance, investments, and pensions, and introduce the audience to the four components of financial health. She will present simple and effective methods for maintaining a balance between income and expenses, provide recommendations for managing debt and payments, and provide a detailed analysis of the key factors that shape a person's financial health. She will also share strategies for a secure future, helping to rationally build capital and create financial plans.

The third event will be hosted by the project team organizing the "University of the Silver Age" course. It will be a fascinating journey through time, "At the Crossroads of Generations: From Soviet Classics to 21st-Century Flicks." In the first part, attendees will enjoy a quiz about famous Soviet films, complete with riddles and a challenge to guess the melodies played against familiar soundtracks. The second part will feature a discussion about how the values, language, and habits of generations have changed—from boomers to zoomers. The meeting will conclude with an interactive quiz about slang from different eras: attendees will be asked to guess which modern words have become equivalents of Soviet expressions.

"This is the second year we've been offering the lecture course, 'Silver Age University,' for pensioners in the Sovetsky District as part of the 'Service-Learning' course. This spring, we successfully held a series of lectures on financial and computer literacy, 'Cybersecurity Fundamentals for the Senior Generation.' The project was a success and received a positive response from the audience, so we decided to continue the series. The lectures held at NSU are also open to students and faculty, and I think they will be useful for everyone. Last year, we focused on cybersecurity and financial innovation, and this year we've focused on investing and financial well-being. The first lecture has already received numerous positive reviews from attendees. They noted the relevance of the topic, the accessible presentation of the information, and its practical benefits," said Elena Obukhova, PhD in Economics and Associate Professor in the Department of Management at NSU's Faculty of Economics.

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"Future Workforce" – a talent development program

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The "Personnel of the Future" talent development program has launched at the Polytechnic University. This is a pilot HR policy project supported by the Priority 2030 program. The project is being implemented under the leadership of Maria Vrublevskaya, SPbPU Vice-Rector for HR Policy.

The opening ceremony was attended by Polytechnic employees appointed by the heads of various structural divisions to undergo an intensive educational and motivational program.

Maria Vrublevskaya presented a report on the new concept of personnel policy.

In June, we formulated the mission of our HR policy: the emergence of new stars at Polytechnic University: chief designers, world-renowned scientists, recognized experts, and future leaders in education, business, and government. The emergence of new stars requires specific conditions: systematic talent management, a favorable development environment, and a high level of managerial maturity. The "Future Workforce" program will form the foundation of our talent development system, giving you the opportunity to better understand yourself, acquire relevant competencies, and rethink your role and contribution to the university's activities and reputation, noted Maria Vrublevskaya.

Over the course of two months, Polytechnic students will complete intensive courses on management competencies and a series of workshops on communication skills. They will also attend lectures on the implementation of AI in educational and business processes, as well as on strategic planning. They will also improve their IT skills and complete two stress management training sessions. A key part of the program for each participant will be the development and presentation of a project for the development of their department or the university as a whole. This will allow Polytechnic students to put into practice many of the skills acquired during the educational program.

Tatyana Morina, an expert in the Strategic Planning and Development Department at SPbPU and the program's author, commented on its intensity: "The program was intellectually intense. Given the high workload of the Polytechnic students, completing the program will require motivation, significant effort, and some compromises. Therefore, the main principle of our work with participants is systematic organizational support and an individual approach to each student. In the initial survey, 80% of respondents cited an interest in development and the relevance of the program as their motivation. This is encouraging. Maintaining such a high level of engagement is our primary goal."

External experts have been brought in to deliver intensive courses, workshops, training sessions, and lectures, as well as to profile digital and soft competencies. Polytechnic experts will lead a number of events, and SPbPU Rector Andrey Rudskoy will speak at the program's final event.

Project defenses will take place in mid-December, and the program's finalists will begin the new year with the opportunity to implement their projects and contribute to the university's development, building reputational capital and the conditions for the emergence of new Polytechnic stars.

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A RUDN professor and associate professor presented papers at an international symposium in India.

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Anatoly and Andrey Skalny, father and son, and a professor and associate professor in the Department of Medical Elementology at the RUDN University Medical Institute, presented papers at the 20th International Symposium on Metal Ions, held in Mumbai. The event, which focused on the latest advances in dentistry and radiology, environmental protection, and public health, brought together 240 delegates from around the world.

Leading physicians, researchers, and students discussed topics such as artificial intelligence in healthcare, metal ion interactions in oncology, nanotechnology, and environmental carcinogens, including tobacco research. Practical workshops were also held on the treatment of temporomandibular joint (TMJ) and orofacial pain, implant surgical guides using CBCT, and 3D printing in dentistry.

We spoke with Andrey Anatolyevich Skalny, who presented a paper on the role of microelements in the cardiovascular system, and learned from him the importance of his research and what it's like to be not only a speaker but also a section chair.

Why is the relationship between micronutrients and cardiovascular reactivity such a relevant topic for research?

Micronutrients play a vital role in the functioning of the cardiovascular system, from blood supply to the exchange of tissue and blood between cells. Selenium deficiency is a prime example. The more severe the deficiency, the greater the risk of myocardial infarction.

Why were hair and urine chosen for analysis? What are the advantages of this combined approach over blood testing alone? Is magnesium a kind of marker of general "physical ill-being"?

Hair and urine both perform an excretory function, removing waste or excess substances from the body. They partially complement each other, as urine reflects a short-term period of a few days, while hair provides information on elemental metabolism over a period of about six months. To assess changes in elemental metabolism as a whole, blood testing may be recommended in addition to urine and hair testing. Thus, all three different biosubstrates complement each other. Magnesium, like other macronutrients (potassium, sodium, sulfur, chlorine, calcium, and phosphorus), can be a marker of physical distress.

How can these results be used in clinical practice today? Do they allow for the development of new methods for diagnosing cardiovascular disease risks?

Blood and urine tests for macro- and microelements are clinical tests, while hair or nail analysis is a screening test. Together, they complement each other and provide more detailed information about the body's elemental metabolism. While blood and urine tests provide insight into a person's current and recent health status, hair and nail analysis provides an assessment of the risk of various conditions and diagnoses, and helps better understand chronic diseases. Of course, using diagnostics to measure elemental levels in the body allows for a better assessment of potential cardiovascular risks and prevention through timely prevention and the elimination of elemental deficiencies.

How does participation in such multidisciplinary conferences (dentistry, radiology, public health, AI) contribute to the development of science at RUDN?

A multidisciplinary approach to solving any health problem is the primary vector of scientific and medical development today. This applies equally to the development of science at RUDN University. It is at the intersection of different specialties that modern scientific discoveries are made.

Establishing interdisciplinary connections is one of the symposium's goals. Do you see potential for specific joint research in the field of medical elementology with your Indian colleagues?

Yes, there is certainly potential for development and collaboration. And we very much hope for mutual understanding and comprehensive cooperation in the field of medical elementology with our Indian colleagues.

The "Metal Ions" symposium has a rich history. What does it mean for you personally and for RUDN to receive an invitation of this caliber—not just to speak, but to be a guest of honor, chair the session, and be among the key figures at the opening ceremony?

My colleagues and I certainly consider this conference a must-attend scientific event for our discipline of medical elementology. We've been participating online for several years now. And I'm incredibly pleased that this time I was able to not only speak but also be a specially invited guest and chair one of the sections. My colleague from India and I listened to the presentations and asked questions about the topics. Everything took place in a friendly atmosphere. Regarding my presentation, the organizers and participants noted its relevance and showed interest both during and afterward, approaching me to thank me and asking questions about school nutrition and the role of elements in maintaining schoolchildren's health.

At the symposium, you represented two generations of RUDN University scientists. How do you view this "family" representation of Russian science on the international stage?

My opinion on this matter is partly subjective, but I think we complement each other. Many scientists are pleased and pleased to see direct inheritance in this scientific field. I enjoy developing my field and being responsible for the youth development vector. The organizing committee for the conference in India allocated us participation in various sections, and the presentations were distributed according to the topics.

What was the most interesting part of this trip for you personally? What impressions and discoveries were you hoping for from the conference and from interacting with your Indian colleagues?

Since this was my first visit to India, I was looking forward to the scientific events and activities, and the opportunity to interact with members of the scientific community with similar and related research interests. It was certainly unusual to be in a country I'd never visited before. It was a new culture, a different ethnic group, and a different outlook on life. I really hoped the trip would be fruitful and engaging from all perspectives. We planned to discuss agreements on jointly developing our field of medical elementology.

We asked Anatoly Viktorovich a few questions about the topic of his speech and his collaboration with his Indian colleagues.

What paper did you present at the symposium, and what was its essence? What reaction did you receive from your colleagues?

My report was devoted to a new area of medical elementology we are developing: ionomic profiling of diagnostic biosubstrates—blood, urine, hair, and others. This approach allows us to assess the body's elemental status, taking into account interelemental relationships. The resulting data is subjected to specialized mathematical processing, which allows us to identify the decisive rules and advance toward the early detection of pathologies and the assessment of complex biochemical processes.

What was the most interesting presentation you heard at a symposium that wasn't directly related to your topic?

Personally, I really enjoyed the presentations by analytical chemists from the research center, dedicated to the development and study of the effectiveness of remediation of contaminated sites. India is one of the world leaders in this field, and we, particularly environmentalists, have much to learn from them. Many presentations were devoted to nanobiology, and their results are of interest to representatives of our scientific school, including my students from the Federal Research Center for Biological Systems and Agricultural Technologies of the Russian Academy of Sciences in Orenburg.

Were you able to reach an agreement on cooperation with your Indian colleagues?

Our Indian colleagues have expressed interest in developing our scientific collaboration, including through joint grants. We previously collaborated successfully with Thapar University in Punjab, and now hope to collaborate with the University of Mumbai. We have also reached agreements with representatives of several departments and the university clinic to begin work on establishing a Department of Medical Elementology, mirroring our department at RUDN University. Furthermore, the idea has emerged to hold one of the future "Metal Ions" symposia in Russia, at our university.

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An Innovative Model for Training Engineers: A Project by Polytechnic University and Severstal

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The Institute of Mechanical Engineering, Materials, and Transport of the Polytechnic University, together with PAO Severstal, developed an innovative multi-track model for training research engineers in metallurgy and materials science. The results of the study were published inscientific article in the journal "Black Metals".

The new educational model includes practice-oriented training using VR simulators, the creation of specialized "Engineering Classes," and the organization of industrial internships at the company's facilities. Particular attention is paid to career guidance for schoolchildren and students at various levels.

"The developed model enables us to train specialists capable of solving real-world production problems," notes Pavel Kovalev, Deputy Director for Education at IMMiT. "Close collaboration with our industrial partner ensures high-quality training and the demand for graduates."

As part of our collaboration with Severstal, we are implementing an end-to-end system for engaging students in project-based activities, which facilitates the development of digital competencies and practical skills in future specialists.

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A GUU student performed at the Mid-Autumn Festival in China.

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Diana Nesterova, a student at the State University of Management, performed a creative number on Chinese television during a program dedicated to the Mid-Autumn Festival.

The Mid-Autumn Festival, also known as the Moon Festival, is associated with the legend of the moon goddess Chang'e and the family gathering to give thanks for the harvest. It is also celebrated in Japan, Korea, and Vietnam. The 15th day of the eighth lunar month is traditionally celebrated by exchanging gifts, releasing paper lanterns on rivers, and eating mooncakes. The Mid-Autumn Festival is one of the most popular in China, second only to the Chinese New Year in terms of scale. The festival commemorating it is called "Golden Week," and this year it ran from October 1st to 8th, which were public holidays.

Diana Nesterova, a fourth-year undergraduate student at the State University of Management, currently studying in the International Manufacturing Business program jointly with Ningbo University, was invited to represent Russian students on Chinese television in a program dedicated to this major holiday. The Chinese students sang the song "Moscow Nights," and Polina added her choreography.

"I know the Mid-Autumn Festival is very important to the Chinese people. I'm very glad that Russia and China are good friends. I think it's crucial for Russia to learn and understand the meaning of this holiday, as it's such a huge part of Chinese culture. It was a wonderful idea to combine Russian and Chinese cultures in one performance at such a large festival," Diana Nesterov said in an interview with Chinese journalists.

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Polytechnic University's Successes at SPIGF-2025: New Partnerships and Achievements

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We continue reporting on Polytechnic University's participation in the St. Petersburg International Gas Forum. The second day proved to be very eventful: SPbPU Rector Andrey Rudskoy held several business meetings and signed new cooperation agreements, while the strategic lecture series continued, attracting even more attendees.

Polytechnic University Rector Andrey Rudskoy signed several cooperation agreements on joint projects and developments, as well as training personnel to meet the needs of industrial partners at SPIGF-2025.

A strategic partnership agreement was signed with AIROS-SYSTEM LLC. The company develops and manufactures metal structures for fastening utility systems on oil and gas platforms in the Arctic.

The collaboration aims to ensure high-quality professional training for Polytechnic University graduates and to create a talent pool of young professionals with relevant competencies in high-tech manufacturing. The company is keen to train personnel in the "Unique Buildings and Structures" program at the Civil Engineering Institute.

It is planned to jointly conduct scientific, educational, research, development and other work in priority and promising areas of development of science, technology and engineering.

Polytechnic University, ENTE LLC, and DST-Ural LLC have signed a trilateral agreement to establish a Robotics and Mechatronics Research Center at the Institute of Mechanical Engineering, Materials, and Transport at SPbPU. The center will conduct research and development to address the partners' applied needs, develop new competitive technologies and products, commercialize them, and train highly qualified personnel in robotics and mechatronics.

An agreement was signed between the Polytechnic University and its industrial partner, Gazprom Mezhregiongaz Engineering, at the "Gas for Russia" stand. The document was signed by SPbPU Rector Andrey Rudskoy and Gazprom Mezhregiongaz Engineering CEO Pavel Ostroushko, in the presence of Gazprom Mezhregiongaz CEO Sergey Gustov.

The partners agreed to long-term, mutually beneficial cooperation in science and education. Plans include developing and promoting continuing professional education programs for company employees, conducting expert evaluations of educational programs, organizing internships for Polytechnic students at the company's production facilities, and holding themed competitions among talented students and faculty.

Our goal is twofold. The first is to produce world-class specialists, the engineering "special forces" of the gas industry. The second is to conduct research specifically in this area," noted Andrey Rudskoy.

In addition, SPbPU Rector Andrei Rudskoy took part in a business meeting with Sergey Kogogin, General Director of PAO KAMAZ, Rustam Minnikhanov, Rais of the Republic of Tatarstan, and Alexey Miller, Chairman of the Management Board of PAO Gazprom.

A working meeting was also held with Sergey Aksenin, General Director of the INKOMSYSTEM Scientific and Engineering Center, where we discussed the possibility of implementing joint projects within the framework of our collaboration. Earlier, a new educational laboratory was opened at the Polytechnic University with the support of the Research Center.

Representatives of the International Shukhov Foundation and the Russian Creative Union of Cultural Workers donated to the university a unique two-volume gift edition, "The Genius of Lightweight Construction," dedicated to the life and work of engineer, architect, and scientist Vladimir Shukhov.

A meeting was also held with Sergei Korotkov, General Designer of the United Aircraft Corporation, to discuss potential partnerships in training personnel for the aircraft industry.

The Polytechnic University's strategic lecture program also continued its work at the forum. Polytechnic students delivered eight presentations to forum participants in various formats: lectures, master classes, open dialogues and discussions, and an opportunity to share experiences with the audience.

Vasily Semenovsky, Associate Professor at the Higher School of Power Engineering, shared his experience developing and using virtual simulators for Gazprom. Yuri Aristovich, an expert at the Digital Engineering of Primary Equipment for Chemical-Engineering Systems Research and Education Center, gave a lecture on "Digital Engineering in the Oil and Gas Industry." Anton Sotov, Leading Researcher at the Materials Design and Additive Manufacturing Laboratory, presented a discussion on "Additive Manufacturing of Polymer Composite Materials."

Professor Alexey Fadeev of the Higher School of Industrial Management delivered an open lecture entitled "Characteristics of Hydrocarbon Exploration, Production, and Processing in the Arctic and the Far East."

Olga Novikova, Associate Professor at the Higher School of Nuclear and Thermal Energy and the Higher School of Engineering and Economics, discussed the specifics of engineering and economics education at SPbPU. Olga Kalinina, Director of the Higher School of Industrial Management, shared her experience creating and implementing a master's program in "Human Resource Management and Organizational Development" with industrial partner Gazprom Gazifikatsiya LLC, commissioned by the ANO "Russia – Land of Opportunities."

Elvira Tuktamysheva, Head of the SPbPU Employment Support Sector, and Yulia Chizhevskaya, Head of the SPbPU Student Internship Organization Sector, held a master class on "How an Employer Can Integrate into the Educational Environment and Find the Best Specialists." For the younger audience, Daniil Guryev, Marketing Specialist at Gazpromneft-SM, and Anna Timofeeva, Associate Professor at the Graduate School of Industrial Management, presented a master class on "Scientific Track: A Strategy for Launching a Career in the Fuel and Energy Sector Through Research and Case Studies."

The Polytechnic University's successful performance at the gas forum was also confirmed by the announcement of the results of the "Course for Success" educational program competition, organized by Gazprom Mezhregiongaz Engineering. Faculty and students from the Polytechnic University were among the winners and runners-up. The excellent results of the Polytechnic University students not only earned them prizes but also highlighted the high level of faculty training in developing educational programs aimed at implementing the concept of practice-oriented education and strengthening ties between the university community and the oil and gas industry.

It's also worth noting that the Polytechnic's stand featured exhibits from the SPbPU History Museum. One of the first buildings on the grounds of the St. Petersburg Polytechnic Institute was the gas plant. It was a one-story brick building, set apart from the other buildings of the institute.

The exhibits included gas burners designed by N. Teklu and R. Bunsen, as well as the Auer gas burner, which was used as an alternative to incandescent lamps in the late 19th century. Manufacturers came from a wide range of countries, including Russia, Germany, and France.

The Polytechnic Institute's gas plant produced lighting gas, which was distributed among the laboratories. Experiments using gas burners were largely made possible thanks to this resource.

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Polytechnic University and CUJAE: an international project on digital modeling of cultural heritage sites in Russia and Cuba

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The Polytechnic Institute of Civil Engineering held the grand opening of the international educational project "Digital Modeling of Cultural Heritage Sites in Russia and Cuba." Representatives of the Committee for State Control, Use, and Protection of Historical and Cultural Monuments of St. Petersburg, the Union of Restorers of St. Petersburg, the Technological University of Havana (CUJAE), and the National Council for Cultural Heritage of Cuba participated in the event. The project will run for one academic semester, until December 15, 2025.

The project is a follow-up to agreements reached between the universities during the St. Petersburg Days in Havana and Santiago de Cuba in 2024. The project is being implemented with the support of the Union of Restorers of St. Petersburg, the Committee for State Control, Use, and Protection of Historical and Cultural Monuments of St. Petersburg, and the National Council for Cultural Heritage of the Republic of Cuba.

The Russian side was represented at the event by Alexey Mikhailov, Chairman and First Deputy Chairman of the Committee for State Control, Use, and Protection of Historical and Cultural Monuments of St. Petersburg, and Ekaterina Kozyreva; Alexandra Komissarova, Deputy Director General of the Union of Restorers of St. Petersburg; Marina Petrochenko, Director of the Institute of Contemporary Art; Mikhail Romanov, Responsible for International Activities of the Institute of Contemporary Art; Ksenia Strelets, Director of the Center for Additional Professional Programs at the Institute of Contemporary Art; Yegor Melekhin and Anna Korotkova, curators of the Russian student team and ISI faculty; Ekaterina Belyaevskaya, Head of the Department of International Interuniversity Cooperation at SPbPU; Taisiya Kletskina, Specialist of the Department of International Interuniversity Cooperation at SPbPU; and Leoandris Martinez Serrano, PhD student at the Graduate School of Cyber-Physical Systems Management.

The friendship between Russia and Cuba is not only a long history of mutual support and respect, but also an example of fruitful cooperation in science, technology, and culture. Today's project is further proof of how innovative approaches and modern technologies help strengthen our ties and preserve our priceless cultural heritage for future generations. By combining our efforts in technology and innovation, we are building bridges between our peoples, strengthening mutual understanding and cooperation," noted Marina Petrochenko, Director of the Civil Engineering Institute.

The main goal of the project is to develop long-term educational, scientific, and technical cooperation between SPbPU and CUJAE. Particular attention is paid to developing students' professional competencies in project management and the application of building information modeling (BIM) technologies for the digitalization, preservation, and restoration of cultural heritage sites.

During the project, students from Russia and Cuba are expected to collaborate in parallel, studying the principles of digital tools used in architectural research and developing design solutions aimed at preserving cultural heritage sites. This is essential and fundamental knowledge for modern restoration architects, and by honing it, specialists will achieve a high level of professionalism and mastery. I wish the project participants success in mastering new tools and achieving excellence in the use of familiar technologies, as well as maintaining a focus on developing the management systems that will be essential for the continued existence of the monument, noted Alexandra Komissarova, Deputy General Director of the Union of Restorers of St. Petersburg.

During the project, students will complete a comprehensive educational program: training seminars and courses on the history of Russian and Cuban architecture, digital modeling of architectural structures, the study of construction regulations and standards, and the use of specialized software and equipment. Participants will master a full range of skills, from archival data analysis and laser scanning to information modeling and the use of augmented and virtual reality technologies.

Each student team will work with cultural heritage sites from their own country. Russian students from the Civil Engineering Institute will explore the Kholomki estate of Prince Andrei Grigorievich Gagarin and the Church of the Ascension of the Lord in the village of Belskoye Ustye. Cuban students will focus on studying the headquarters of the Physics Faculty and the headquarters of the Mathematics and Computer Science Faculty of the University of Havana.

The Republic of Cuba was represented by the Ministry of Culture Nilsson Acosta Reyes, Director of the International Relations Office of CUJAE Luis Alberto Rueda Guzmán, Vice President of the National Council for Cultural Heritage of Cuba and Dean of the Faculty of Architecture of CUJAE Ruslan Muñoz Hernández, Dean of the Faculty of Civil Engineering of CUJAE Ingrid Fernández Lorquenzo, General Director of RESTAURA Enterprise Tatiana Fernández de los Santos, Director of Technical and Production Works of RESTAURA Enterprise Lojania Cruz Hernández, Vice Dean for Research, Postgraduate Programs and International Relations of the Faculty of Architecture of CUJAE, Coordinator of the Cuban Team Karen Sanabria Ortega, External Director of GeoCuba Business Group Sergio E. Ricardo Desdin, Project Coordinator, Representative of GEODESA José Carlos Núñez, Head of the Applied Mathematics and Geomatics Department Emilio Escartín Sauleda, Vice Dean for the Master's Program at the Faculty of Civil Engineering, Dania Olga Abruy Hernandez, lecturer and consultants in ground surveying and 3D modeling Carlos Guerra Astorga and David Ernesto Chico Rodriguez.

Nilson Acosta Reyes, Vice President of the National Council for Cultural Heritage at the Cuban Ministry of Culture, noted: "The implementation of this technology for regulating and monitoring the condition of cultural sites, particularly historic buildings, will significantly improve the accuracy of collected data, streamline inspection and management decision-making processes, and develop effective measures to protect monuments from the effects of natural disasters, emergencies, and armed conflicts."

Also during the meeting, project curator Yegor Melekhin, assistant professor at the Higher School of Industrial, Civil, and Road Construction, presented a detailed presentation of the project, outlining the scope of the work, the implementation timeline, and the key objectives of the participants.

Luis Alberto Rueda Guzmán, Director of CUJAE's International Relations Office, emphasized: "Our collaboration, which began last November, already includes two promising areas: research in mechanics and renewable energy, as well as the preparation of scientific publications. The participation of Cuban students from CUJAE at the SPbPU Winter University is particularly valuable; it represents a new step in the collaboration between our universities."

Upon completion, each team will submit a set of materials, including a digital information model of the site, a project presentation, and an informational booklet describing the key elements and objects of protection. The project's implementation will significantly contribute to the development of international cooperation in the field of cultural heritage preservation using modern digital technologies.

Our partnership with the Technological University of Havana is more than just academic collaboration; it's a strategic alliance where Russian engineering traditions meet the innovative approaches of our Cuban colleagues. Together, we are creating new standards for international cooperation in the digital preservation of cultural heritage. This project clearly demonstrates how higher education is becoming a driver not only of technological progress but also of strengthening intercultural dialogue," noted Dmitry Arsenyev, SPbPU Vice-Rector for International Affairs.

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An international conference on food security through digital solutions in the agro-industrial complex was held at the State University of Management.

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On October 8, 2025, the State University of Management hosted the 1st International Scientific and Practical Conference "Ensuring the Country's Food Security through the Creation of Software and Hardware Complexes and Intelligent Platform Digital Solutions in the Agro-Industrial Complex."

The conference focuses on a major research project, "Ensuring the Country's Food Security through the Creation of Software and Hardware Complexes and Intelligent Platform Digital Solutions in the Sphere of Developing Full-Life-Cycle Agro-Industrial Technologies," implemented with the financial support of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation (Agreement No. 075-15-2024-542).

The conference focused on ensuring food security through the implementation of digital and robotic technologies in the agricultural sector. Held in a hybrid format, the event brought together over 200 participants, including project partners, industrial partners, relevant international partners, international scientific and educational organizations, Russian and international scientists, IT solution developers, and representatives of government agencies and agribusiness. A collection of abstracts from the conference presentations will be published online and in print.

The conference began with a plenary session, opened and moderated by GUU Vice-Rector Maria Karelina:

"We are honored to host this landmark event, which I am confident will become the starting point for many interesting and important initiatives. Such a representative lineup of conference participants is the best proof that the topic of food security and digital transformation of the agricultural sector is highly relevant."

Otari Didmanidze, Academician of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Professor, Doctor of Engineering Sciences, and head of a major research project at SUM in the field of agriculture, welcomed the audience. He expressed his delight that the conference was organized at SUM and briefly outlined the importance of the research project he leads at our university. He noted that seven of the 11 scientists working on its implementation are young professionals.

"The project's main idea is to establish a closed and completely independent agricultural production cycle. A platform-based approach to implementation and a strong, capable team of young scientists led by SUMU Rector Vladimir Stroyev will enable us to achieve all our goals on time," said Otari Didmanidze.

Professor Zakhid Godzhaev, Corresponding Member of the Russian Academy of Sciences and Doctor of Engineering Sciences, identified production criteria that "cry out loud and force us to implement artificial intelligence." These include high energy and material costs per unit of output, low productivity, and low yield per unit of area. The professor pointed out that to improve these indicators, it is necessary to upgrade the equipment fleet, convert it to automated electric drives, develop adaptive control systems, expand monitoring of planting areas, and introduce state standards for the application of AI in agriculture.

Andrey Ronzhin, Director of the St. Petersburg Federal Research Center of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Professor of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Doctor of Engineering Sciences, and Professor of the Russian Academy of Sciences, presented the developments of his research center, including agricultural drones for use on land, in the air, and in water. Specifically, his St. Petersburg colleagues have successfully adapted AI to combat the Colorado potato beetle. The expert also highlighted the challenge of certifying cutting-edge agricultural technologies.

Maxim Chekusov, Director of the Omsk Agricultural Research Center, PhD in engineering, Associate Professor, and Honorary Worker of the Agro-Industrial Complex of the Russian Federation, expressed his delight at collaborating with the State University of Management, as he is a graduate of the latter. He described the activities of the Omsk Agricultural Research Center, which has become the largest landowner among scientific organizations, manages 1,100 head of dairy cattle, and is involved in the breeding of 14 crops. Maxim Chekusov acknowledged that it is extremely difficult to attract young people to tractor work today, so unmanned technologies seem the only alternative for agricultural development.

Professor Alexander Makarov, Vice-Rector for Research and Strategic Development Programs at Udmurt State University and Doctor of Economics, described the joint work with SMU on a major project in the agricultural sector as challenging but productive. It yielded interesting and significant scientific results. For Udmurt State University, the prospect of creating a subsector for agricultural waste recycling is particularly important.

Irina Bukharina, a Doctor of Biological Sciences and Professor at Udmurt State University, noted the particular relevance of collaboration with the State University of Management in light of the country's ongoing implementation of the federal circular economy project. The professor discussed Udmurt State University's work in this area, specifically on the use of insects in the recycling of agricultural waste.

After the plenary session, the following sections of the conference took place: – State policy and economic mechanisms for ensuring food security; – Digital intelligent platform solutions and big data in the agro-industrial complex; – Software and hardware systems and robotic technologies in the agro-industrial complex; – Personnel for the modern agro-industrial complex.

Professor Magomed Magomedov of the State University of Management delivered the opening keynote address. Particular attention was paid to the current state and prospects for improving food security in Russia. The presentation generated lively interest and discussion among the participants.

In his presentation, Professor Yassin Al-Husban of Al-Isra University in Aman discussed an integrated aquaponics system for sustainable feed production in Jordan. He warmly welcomed the participants, thanked the State University of Agriculture for the opportunity to speak at the conference, and expressed hope for joint international projects.

Nikita Kukharenko, a leading accreditation expert at the Belarusian State Accreditation Center, spoke about current trends in standardization and certification in the agricultural sector in the context of market globalization and digital transformation. His colleague from Belarus emphasized the need to ensure the food sovereignty of EAEU countries by increasing the competitiveness of agricultural products in the global market.

Roman Klyuev, a leading researcher at the N.V. Melnikov Institute for Integrated Mineral Resource Development of the Russian Academy of Sciences, presented a report on the pressing issue of energy supply for autonomous industrial facilities, including in agricultural production. The expert's proposals will be useful for projects being implemented by our university.

Vladimir Makarov and Sergey Zhukov, colleagues from the Nizhny Novgorod State Technical University and the Nizhny Novgorod State University of Engineering and Economics, shared their achievements in the design of chassis for autonomous ground-based mobile agricultural complexes.

Sergey Korchagin, Nikita Andrianov, Elena Dogadina, Natalia Bespalova, and Rima Gorokhova from the Financial University presented their findings in the fields of machine learning, computer vision, and robotics in the modern agricultural sector.

Our colleagues from the Federal Scientific Agroengineering Center VIM, Andrey Kovalev, Alexey Kutyrev, Mikhail Chaplygin, and Kirill Dmitriev, presented preliminary results of a major joint research project with the State University of Management (GUU) on the development of modules for managing carbon-neutral agriculture, waste management, and modern digital technologies in agricultural production.

The State University of Management thanks all participants of the 1st International Scientific and Practical Conference "Ensuring Food Security for the Country Based on the Development of Software and Hardware Complexes and Intelligent Platform-Based Digital Solutions in the Agricultural Sector" who responded to our invitation and found the opportunity to share their knowledge and experience.

Productive work at the plenary session and sections, lively and constructive dialogue, new business contacts, and, of course, brilliant ideas and results will undoubtedly have a positive impact on the effectiveness of our university's scientific and educational activities.

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An NSU student took part in the Postgres Professional conference.

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PGConf is the largest annual conference held by Postgres Professional, a Russian developer of database management systems (DBMS) and other data products. Developers and administrators present their developments and best practices for using the system. One of the topics of discussion is the object-relational database management system PostgreSQL. This year, Anton Chumak, a fourth-year student, participated in the conference. Faculty of Information Technology, NSU.

"At the conference, I talked about my patch for PostgreSQL, which adds composite parameters to the configuration system. A patch is a set of changes made to the codebase. I wrote some code that I'm adding to the existing code, and this code changes the program's behavior. Since PostgreSQL is an open system developed by a global, international community of developers, I can't simply add my code as if it were a personal project; I have to take it through multiple stages of community approval. So, I created the patch and contributed it to the community," said Anton Chumak.

At the conference, Anton presented a paper titled "How to Easily Configure Parameters of Complex Types." Prior to this, he spent six months working on a project within the PGLab database management systems lab, which opened this year at the NSU Faculty of Information Technology in collaboration with Postgres Professional. The results of his work became the topic of his thesis.

"My thesis is about implementing composite data types into the PostgreSQL configuration system. The result of my work is a patch that I'm contributing to the vanilla version. Vanilla is the open-source community version of PostgreSQL. But I also plan to implement these changes in Post Group's commercial product," Anton explained.

The conference was attended by over 1,400 participants and 36 speakers—all of them high-level specialists, database administrators, architects, developers, testers, and IT managers.

"Conferences like these feature people with cutting-edge ideas, and hearing about their work is invaluable. I was particularly interested in Anton Doroshkevich's presentation, Project Manager at InfoSoft, on information security and how to properly protect data. I generally enjoy the topic of PostgreSQL compilers and optimizers, and it was interesting to learn something new from the presentations by Postgres specialists," Anton shared.

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