In December, NSU held its first physics Olympiad for schoolchildren, "Your Path to Real Science," in African countries and China.

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In the first half of December, NSU held its first Physics Olympiad for schoolchildren "Your Path to Real Science" Abroad. In Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger, graduating students participated in the Olympiad in French, in Guinea in English, and in China in Chinese. A total of 100 schoolchildren from African countries and China participated in the Olympiad. The Center for Public Diplomacy co-organized the Olympiad in Africa, and partners of Novosibirsk State University co-organized the Olympiad in China.

NSU and the Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences have been holding the physics olympiad "Your Path to Real Science" for school students since 2019. However, it has a long-standing tradition, dating back to the 1970s and 1980s, and is based on the format of the entrance examinations for the NSU Physics Department. The olympiad is designed for students in grades 8–11 and aims to develop their intuition for physics by solving both standard physics problems and unique assessment and demonstration problems. "Your Path to Real Science" is included in the list of the Russian Council of School Olympiads (RSOSH) and has been assigned Level 2. Winning and placing in the olympiad provide significant advantages when applying to NSU and other leading Russian universities, including the opportunity to enroll without entrance examinations.

The Olympiad consists of two stages: the first, qualifying round, takes place in December in two formats—in-person and online. The winners of the first round participate in the final round, which is held in March in person at several locations, including Novosibirsk State University. The first qualifying round took place in African countries and China.

"When developing the tasks for the qualifying round, we deliberately avoided adapting or simplifying the options for international participants. All students, regardless of their country of residence, completed the same tasks. This allows us to obtain an objective picture and compare their level of preparation, as the Olympiad aims to reveal physical intuition and innovative thinking. The work is currently being reviewed and will be completed in January. The participants with the best results will win prizes in the qualifying round and will be eligible to participate in the final round of the Olympiad, which will take place in March," said Artur Pogosov, Chairman of the Olympiad's Methodological Committee, Doctor of Physics and Mathematics, and Head of the Department of General Physics. Faculty of Physics of NSU.

Foreign winners and runners-up of the final round will be granted preferential treatment upon admission to NSU, such as additional points based on individual achievements or other benefits established by the admission rules for foreign citizens.

"Participation in the Olympiad not only allows international students to showcase their achievements and share experiences with their peers, but also provides a unique opportunity to continue their education at Novosibirsk State University. Talented young people can receive valuable advice from faculty and leading scientists, which undoubtedly contributes to their professional growth. Furthermore, participation in such competitions helps develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills, which are an integral part of studying physics," noted Evgeny Sagaydak, Head of the Education Export Department.

The event aims to identify and support gifted schoolchildren and develop their interest in the sciences and engineering. Participants are offered challenging tasks that test their knowledge and abilities not only in physics but also in related fields. The success of the Olympiad confirmed the students' interest in science and the importance of international cooperation in education.

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Vitaly Savelyev presented awards to representatives of the transport industry.

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Deputy Prime Minister Vitaly Savelyev presented state and departmental awards in the field of transport. These included the Order of Honor, the Order of Merit for the Fatherland, 1st and 2nd class, the honorary title of "Honored Worker of Transport of the Russian Federation," and others.

Addressing the award recipients, the Deputy Prime Minister emphasized the importance of the work of transport industry workers and thanked them for their productive work.

"Through your conscientious work, you ensure stability and safety in the industry, ensure passenger comfort, and do everything possible to ensure a reliable supply of goods for our citizens," noted Vitaly Savelyev.

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Financial news: On December 23, 2025, the Territorial Development Fund will hold a deposit auction.

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Parameters;

The date of the deposit auction is 23.12.2025. The placement currency is RUB. The maximum amount of funds placed (in the placement currency) is 11,552,000,000. Placement period, days 28. The date of depositing funds is 23.12.2025. The date of return of funds is 20.01.2026. The minimum placement interest rate, % per annum is 16. Terms of the conclusion, urgent or special (Urgent). The minimum amount of funds placed for one application (in the placement currency) is 11,552,000,000. The maximum number of applications from one Participant, pcs. 1. Auction form, open or closed (Open).

The basis of the Agreement is the General Agreement. Schedule (Moscow time). Preliminary bids from 10:30 to 10:40. Competitive bids from 10:40 to 10:45. The cutoff percentage may be set or the auction declared void by 10:55. Additional terms and conditions apply.

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Tatyana Golikova chaired the final meeting of the Government Council on issues of guardianship in the social sphere.

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Deputy Prime Minister Tatyana Golikova chaired the final meeting of the Government Council on Guardianship in the Social Sphere for 2025. The agenda included the council's work this year and plans for 2026. The event was held at the Zurab Tsereteli Gallery of the Russian Academy of Arts. The meeting was attended by council members and experts, as well as representatives from the Ministry of Labor, the Ministry of Health, the Ministry of Culture, and the Ministry of Education.

Ahead of the meeting, Tatyana Golikova visited the "Defenders of the Fatherland" exhibition, organized by the Russian Academy of Arts and the M.B. Grekov Studio of War Artists. The exhibition featured paintings, drawings, and sculptures from the studio's collections, artist collections, and private collections. The theme of the exhibition was portraits of people from different eras who participated in the defense of the Motherland.

"The year 2025 is drawing to a close. President Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin has declared this year the Year of Defenders of the Fatherland and the 80th anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War. This honors the heroism of those who fought for our Motherland at various points in history. This very idea—connecting generations across years and eras, the image of the defender of the Fatherland from Ancient Rus' to today's heroes—participants in special military operations—is at the core of the project organized by the Grekov Studio of Military Artists and the Russian Academy of Arts. Artists are on the front lines alongside our young men. Thanks to them, we preserve the memory of historical events, soldiers and officers, priests, doctors and teachers, volunteers, ordinary citizens—everyone who helped and continues to help bring victory closer," noted Tatyana Golikova.

She added that among the council's members and experts, there are those who have been actively involved in this work from the very first day. The Deputy Prime Minister thanked Tatyana Samarskaya, head of Grekov's studio, and Vasily Tsereteli, president of the Russian Academy of Arts, for the idea and organization of the project, and Tatyana Kochemasova, vice president of the Russian Academy of Arts, for the tour.

Tatyana Golikova emphasized that, in the current climate, a large number of government decisions are focused on supporting participants in the special military operation: "Returning these young men to civilian life, restoring their health, obtaining an education, employing them, and reintegrating them into society is an absolute priority for our work, something President Vladimir Putin discussed in detail last week during his direct line. In November, the government approved a strategy for developing the rehabilitation industry. We will develop the production and maintenance of rehabilitation products, improve training for the industry, advance research and development, and expand international cooperation."

Summing up the year, Tatyana Golikova highlighted some significant achievements of the Government and the Council. Fifteen events (seven meetings, six roundtables) were held, and the results of the 3rd Asadov All-Russian Literary Competition for Visually Impaired Authors and the 1st "School Without Offense" competition were announced.

The first block of work is demography, support for families with children.

The Government has approved a Strategy for the implementation of family and demographic policies and support for large families.

Since this year, at the direction of the President, the principle of family centricity has been taken into account in all national projects.

"A simplified procedure for providing the unified benefit has been implemented. Nearly 5 million families, 9.6 million children, and more than 140,000 pregnant women have already seen the positive impact," said Tatyana Golikova. "Regional programs to increase the birth rate continue to be implemented. In 41 regions with low TFRs, more than 200,000 families have already benefited from the new support measures from the government-approved 'demographic menu.'" The pilot project 'Reproductive Health,' initiated by the council, contributed to the development of the menu.

"It's too early to talk about a reversal in birth rates—it's a slow process. But in November of this year, compared to the same period last year, 26 regions saw an increase in births. The leaders were Magadan Oblast, Sevastopol, the Yamalo-Nenets Autonomous Okrug, Mordovia, and the Leningrad and Kaliningrad Oblasts," the Deputy Prime Minister noted.

The next important area of work is the health of citizens.

In December, a Presidential decree approved the Healthcare Development Strategy. Among other provisions, it focuses on strengthening reproductive health, combating risk factors for non-communicable diseases, especially among young people, and the need to increase the proportion of citizens leading a healthy lifestyle.

Particular attention is being paid to disease prevention and detection. As of November 1, nearly 77 million citizens had undergone medical checkups.

Last year, the government introduced reproductive health screening. Nearly 13 million men and women have completed it. Of the women treated, 12,000 have become pregnant.

At the council's request, monitoring of the organization and implementation of preventive examinations and screenings for university and college students was launched in July of this year. More than 2.2 million students have been informed, 53% of whom have undergone medical examinations.

"At our meetings, we discussed the issue of excess body weight. At the council's request, a set of measures to combat obesity in children and adolescents has been developed and is being implemented. By March 2026, a set of measures to combat obesity in adults will be completed. I would like to emphasize that this comprehensive plan should be consistent with the comprehensive plan developed for children and adolescents," the Deputy Prime Minister emphasized.

Another area of work is the quality of life of senior citizens and citizens with special health needs.

A government decision has enabled the provision of Russian Sign Language interpretation services using an electronic certificate; technical readiness has been ensured, and the issuance of a certificate confirming disability in electronic form, effective March 1, 2026, is now available on the government services portal.

At the request of the council, a comprehensive interdepartmental plan for the life of people with mental and behavioral disabilities has been updated.

With the participation of council members, the work of inpatient social service organizations for citizens with mental disorders is changing.

This year, with the participation of council members, a Strategy for Action for Senior Citizens until 2030 and an implementation plan were developed and approved by the Government in April.

"As part of the national project 'Family,' over 400 new social centers for senior citizens have been opened, primarily in small and medium-sized towns, hosting over 40,000 events. Cultural infrastructure is being updated. This year, 110 museums and 20 regional and municipal theaters received new equipment, nearly 250 municipal libraries were refurbished according to the standard model, 14 museums and seven cultural and leisure facilities were modernized, six philharmonic societies were renovated, and over 280 regional cultural organizations were provided with musical instruments and equipment," said Tatyana Golikova.

In conclusion, Tatyana Golikova noted that the council's proposed solutions support the work of the Government, ministries, and regions and form the basis for strategic documents and legislative decisions. She thanked everyone for their work in 2025.

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Financial news: On December 23, 2025, the Federal Treasury will hold a deposit auction of 22,025,446.

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Application selection parameters;

The application selection date is December 23, 2025. Unique application selection identifier is 22,025,446. Deposit currency is rubles. Fund type is a Single Treasury Account. The maximum amount of funds placed in bank deposits, in monetary units, is 40,000,000,000. Placement period, in days, is 364. Funds deposit date is December 23, 2025.

The return date is December 22, 2026. The interest rate for placing funds (fixed or floating) is FLOATING. The minimum fixed interest rate for placing funds, in % per annum is the basic floating interest rate for placing funds RUONmDS. The minimum spread, in % per annum is 0. Terms and conditions of the bank deposit agreement (term, replenishable, or special). Replenishable. The minimum amount of funds placed for one application, in monetary units, is 20,000,000,000. The maximum number of applications from one credit institution is 2. Application selection form (Open with random completion, Closed, Open with extension). Open with extension. Application selection schedule (Moscow time). Venue for the application selection. Moscow Exchange. Applications will be accepted from 10:00 to 10:20. Applications in preliminary mode will be submitted from 10:00 to 10:05. Bids in competition mode from 10:15 to 10:20. Random bidding end period (sec.): 0 Bid step: 0.1 Time step (sec.): 60.

The extension period ends at 10:30:00. The consolidated register of applications is generated from 10:30 to 11:00. The cutoff interest rate is set and/or the selection of applications is declared invalid from 10:30 to 11:10. An offer to enter into a bank deposit agreement is sent to credit institutions from 11:10 to 11:30. Acceptance of an offer to enter into a bank deposit agreement is received from credit institutions from 11:10 to 11:30. Deposit transfer time In accordance with the requirements of paragraphs 63 and 64 of the Order of the Federal Treasury dated April 27, 2023, No. 10n

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Financial news: On December 23, 2025, the Federal Treasury will hold a deposit auction of 22,025,445.

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Application selection parameters;

Application selection date is 23.12.2025. Unique application selection identifier is 22,025,445. Deposit currency is rubles. Type of funds is the Unified Treasury Account. The maximum amount of funds placed on bank deposits, in monetary units is 498,000,000,000. Placement period, in days is 2. Date of depositing funds is 23.12.2025. Date of return of funds is 25.12.2025. Interest rate for placing funds (fixed or floating) is FIXED. Minimum fixed interest rate for placing funds, % per annum is 15.28. Basic floating interest rate for placing funds is Minimum spread, % per annum is Terms and conditions of concluding a bank deposit agreement (term, replenishable or special) is Term. The minimum amount of funds placed for one application, in monetary units, is 1,000,000,000. The maximum number of applications from one credit institution, pcs. 2. Application selection form (Open with random completion, Closed, Open with extension). Open with random completion. Application selection schedule (Moscow time). Venue for application selection: Moscow Exchange. Applications will be accepted from 10:00 to 10:10. Applications in preliminary mode from 10:00 to 10:05. Applications in competition mode from 10:05 to 10:10. Random trading end period (sec.): 120 Bid increment:

Time step (sec.):

Extension period end time:

Formation of a consolidated register of applications from 10:30 to 11:00. Setting the cutoff interest rate and (or) recognizing the selection of applications as unsuccessful from 10:30 to 11:10. Sending an offer to credit institutions to conclude a bank deposit agreement from 11:10 to 11:30. Receipt of acceptance of the offer to conclude a bank deposit agreement from credit institutions from 11:10 to 11:30. The time of deposit transfer in accordance with the requirements of paragraphs 63 and 64 of the Order of the Federal Treasury dated April 27, 2023 No. 10n

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Financial news: On the placement of additional issue No. 1 of exchange-traded bonds series 006P-04P of Gazprombank (JSC) on December 23, 2025.

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We inform you that in accordance with Part I. General Part of the Rules for Conducting Trading on the Stock Market, Deposit Market, and Credit Market of PJSC Moscow Exchange MICEX-RTS and Part II. Stock Market Section of the Rules for Conducting Trading on the Stock Market, Deposit Market, and Credit Market of PJSC Moscow Exchange MICEX-RTS, approved by the decision of the Supervisory Board of PJSC Moscow Exchange on August 1, 2025 (Minutes No. 4), the following form, time, term, and procedure for the placement of series 006P-04P Gazprombank (JSC) exchange-traded bonds (Additional Issue No. 1) have been established:

Name of the Issuer Gazprombank (Joint Stock Company)
Name of the security Exchange-traded discount non-convertible non-documentary bonds series 006P-04P (Additional issue No. 1)
Identification/registration number of the issue 4B02-04-00354-B-006P dated 12/18/2025
Placement start date December 23, 2025
Trading start date December 23, 2025
Information about the placement (Trading mode, placement form) The "Placement: Addressed Orders" trading mode involves concluding transactions based on addressed orders at a fixed price (yield). (Settlement: Ruble)
Trade code RU000A10DMP5
ISIN code RU000A10DMP5
Placement price The placement price of Exchange Bonds is set at 530.00 (Five hundred thirty rubles 00 kopecks) per one Exchange Bond, which corresponds to 53% (Fifty-three) percent of the par value of the Exchange Bond.
Settlement code Z0
Underwriter Gazprombank (Joint Stock Company) (Bidder Identifier: MC0009800000, short name of the organization in the Bidding System: GPB (JSC)
Trading time on the placement start date of December 23, 2025. Trading hours: bid collection period: 10:00–13:00; bid execution period: 14:00–16:30.

After the satisfaction period ends:

Application collection and processing period: 16:45 – 18:30.

However, the submission of applications for concluding transactions is not permitted from 17:29 until information is received from the NCO NCC (JSC) about the completion of processing the report on the consolidated order of the DEPO.

Trading time for placement during the period other than the start date of placement and up to and including December 29, 2025

Time for collecting applications and concluding transactions: 10:00 – 18:30.

However, the submission of applications for concluding transactions is not permitted from 17:29 until information is received from the NCO NCC (JSC) about the completion of processing the report on the consolidated order of the DEPO.

The time of the auction for the placement is December 30, 2025.

Time for collecting applications and concluding transactions: 10:00 – 16:00.

On the basis of the issue documents, when placing securities, it is not permitted to submit applications and execute transactions on behalf of Trading Participants, as well as on behalf of Clients of Trading Participants, if such persons are associated with a foreign state included in the List of foreign states and territories committing unfriendly acts against the Russian Federation, Russian legal entities and individuals, approved by Order of the Government of the Russian Federation dated 05.03.2022 No. 430-r (as amended on the date of filing the application), or are under the control of the said persons, with the exception of controlled foreign companies in accordance with Decree of the President of the Russian Federation dated 05.03.2022 No. 95 “On the temporary procedure for fulfilling obligations to certain foreign creditors”.

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A RUDN University student created an interactive culinary map of Vietnam.

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Fourth-year student at the RUDN University Graduate School of Management, Le Thi Huong Ly (Tourism major), developed and registered an interactive gastronomic map of Vietnam with Rospatent. The digital guide allows for a deeper dive into the country's culture, planning delicious itineraries, and supporting local businesses.

The project, created under the guidance of academic supervisor Olga Zeveke, is more than just a website. It is a research project that combines modern IT technologies with the preservation of cultural heritage.

What can the card do?

An interactive map is a comprehensive digital product that solves several traveler's problems at once:

Information. The map displays traditional dishes, drinks, and local products (delicacies) from different regions of Vietnam. Navigation. Users can find places to try local food, from street vendors to restaurants. Cultural immersion. Each spot is provided not just with a description, but also with cultural context—the history of the dish, its ingredients, and photographs.

This approach is fully consistent with the global trend of considering cuisine a key element of cultural identity and a powerful tourism resource. Vietnam's culinary heritage is rich and diverse.

Relevance of the project

The RUDN University student's development is interesting not only from a tourism perspective but also from an economic one. The map could become a tool for supporting local businesses, as it directly assists producers and restaurants by providing them with a digital "shopfront" to attract tourists.

"The project also fulfills an important mission of preserving and digitally recording unique recipes and traditions, which is especially valuable in the era of globalization," noted Le Thi Huong Ly.

Furthermore, the map is in line with the development of culinary tourism. The project fits perfectly into Vietnam's strategy for developing as a tourist destination, where experiencing authentic cuisine is the primary motivation for travel. The development of culinary tourism has been officially recognized as one of the country's priorities.

Technology and the Future

The project is designed as a website, making it accessible from any device. Its interactivity is a key advantage. Users can select regions, explore detailed information about dishes, filter establishments by type, and plan their own personal gastronomic itinerary.

The project's overall goal is to create a unified platform uniting culinary specialties (gastronomic attractions) from around the world. This is a striking example of how academic knowledge, applied research, and the personal initiative of a RUDN student can lead to the creation of a real, sought-after product at the intersection of education, culture, and modern technology.

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The government approved the Concept for the Scientific and Technological Development of the Russian Transport Complex through 2035.

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Order No. 3871-r of December 19, 2025

By 2035, Russia must establish at least nine scientific and technological competence centers, as well as up to 50 laboratories, aimed at developing new types of transportation equipment, as well as new materials and technologies for transport construction. This is one of the objectives of the Concept for the Scientific and Technological Development of the Russian Transport Complex through 2035. Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin signed the order approving this strategic planning document.

The new centers' areas of focus include the development of high-speed rail, autonomous (unmanned) vehicles, electric vehicles and charging infrastructure, hydrogen-fueled transport, as well as the development of the Trans-Arctic Transport Corridor and transport logistics technologies.

A research institute for transport will coordinate scientific research and experimental development for the transport sector, including through new competence centers. It will be established within the Russian University of Transport.

The new competence centers and laboratories are expected to increase applied scientific research, which in turn will lead to the launch of new start-ups in the transportation sector.

The same goal is pursued by the creation of youth technology entrepreneurship centers (business incubators) at industry universities and the launch of a grant program for student startup developers.

Comment

From Mikhail Mishustin's opening remarks at the operational meeting with deputy prime ministers, December 22, 2025

Commenting on the adopted documentmeeting with deputy prime ministers on December 22Mikhail Mishustin noted that one of the main goals is to transition to a centralized model for managing industry-specific scientific research, so that scientists can focus on solving the most complex technological problems.

"This will accelerate the development of promising markets, facilitate the development of competitive services based on innovative engineering principles, and ensure an improvement in the quality of life for our citizens," the Prime Minister emphasized.

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Dmitry Patrushev and Kostroma Region Governor Sergei Sitnikov discussed the development of the region's agro-industrial complex and its environmental protection.

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Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Patrushev held a working meeting with Kostroma Region Governor Sergei Sitnikov. The main topics discussed were the development of the region's agro-industrial complex and environmental protection.

In 2025, the federal budget allocated to support the Kostroma Region's agro-industrial complex more than doubled, reaching approximately 450 million rubles. Systematic state support for the industry allows the region to steadily increase agricultural production. Furthermore, measures to bring agricultural land into production are aimed at this goal, which was also discussed at the meeting. Dmitry Patrushev noted the importance of providing farmers with the necessary material and technical resources and emphasized the need for timely delivery of state support funds to final recipients.

Sergey Sitnikov reported positive growth in vegetable and potato growing, as well as poultry farming. Furthermore, the Kostroma Region is a traditional cheese center in Russia. Seven large cheese factories operate in the region, producing over 60 types of cheese. Over the past 10 years, production volumes of this product, both nationally and in the Kostroma Region, have increased exponentially.

The Deputy Prime Minister and the regional governor also discussed environmental issues and waste management. As part of the national project "Environmental Well-Being," the Kostroma Region is participating in two federal projects—"Circular Economy" and "Forest Preservation." Plans are currently being developed to build new waste management facilities for the regional capital and the surrounding areas, where the majority of the region's population resides. Furthermore, by 2030, the region plans to acquire forest firefighting and forestry equipment, expand the area under reforestation, and establish and develop forest seed production facilities.

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