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Inventing ways to protect the environment, identifying the habitats of rare fish species, and creating a test to detect viruses in the body—these were the problems Moscow schoolchildren tackled at international competitions in 2025. They found the best answers to the questions and received 22 gold medals, five silver, and one bronze. Mos.ru reports on the competition preparation process, what motivates the athletes to win gold and silver, and where the winners can further develop their skills.

From Moscow to the whole world

In 2025, 28 Moscow high school students participated in eight official international Olympiads. These competitions are held annually in different countries and cover core school subjects, primarily the natural sciences: geography, biology, physics, and chemistry. Winners gain admission to the country's best universities without entrance exams.

To join the Russian national team, you must first win or become a prize winner at the final stage of the All-Russian School Olympiad (VsOSh) in the current academic year.

"As a rule, students in the ninth, 10th, or 11th grades are eligible to participate in the All-Russian Olympiad. However, there are exceptions, such as when a talented seventh- or eighth-grader competes alongside older students and wins. Teenagers face significant preparation. During the school year, they must regularly attend approximately eight classes per week, and it's also important to participate in training camps: these are the days when older students are excused from school for seven or more days to work exclusively on problem solving in their subject, such as chemistry, under the guidance of experienced coaches who have also won Olympiads in the past. However, the most important thing is for children to prepare independently in their free time; this is 80 percent of their success," explains Alexander Belov, head coach of the Moscow chemistry team.

Those who place first in the All-Russian Olympiad of Schoolchildren then undergo several stages of additional selection to join the Russian team. They must complete challenging tests and solve practical cases at the level of an international Olympiad.

According to our interviewee, the most challenging chemistry competitions are the International and Mendeleev Olympiads. "Schoolchildren are given problems with so-called insufficient conditions, 'guessing games.' This is a comprehensive knowledge test. Those who truly love chemistry, are able to withstand high competition, and are ambitious are the ones who succeed in overcoming all the stages," notes Alexander Belov.

Microorganisms and the human genome

11th grade student Physics and Mathematics Lyceum "Second School" named after V.F. Ovchinnikov In December, Anna Mikhailova won gold at the International Junior Science Olympiad, which took place at the Sirius Federal Territory in Sochi. Prior to that, she won prizes at the All-Russian Olympiad of Schoolchildren in physics and astronomy. She is now 15 years old.

"I've been studying at the lyceum since seventh grade. Around that time, I became fascinated with physics: I became intrigued by how the world works. Gradually, I realized that biology is also an intriguing subject, as it answers the question of how our actions affect the body. My relationship with chemistry, however, was complicated—while preparing for competitions, I had to devote all my energy to solving problems in this subject," she says.

The International Junior Science Olympiad consisted of three rounds. Two were theoretical: participants had to complete a test, choosing the correct answer from four options, and explain a single process—for example, blood flow in the human body—from the perspectives of physics, biology, and chemistry. The third, practical, involved teamwork.

"Specifically, we were asked to examine tiny organisms under a microscope, the names of which we didn't know. By examining how they produce oxygen and how much chlorophyll (green pigment) they contain, we could determine where these creatures live. The study revealed that the microorganisms were deep-sea microorganisms, as they produced almost no oxygen. The task itself seemed simple to me, but we barely had enough time—just three and a half hours," recalls Anna Mikhailova.

A mos.ru interviewee admits that she spends her entire weekend preparing for tournaments, so she barely has time for her hobby—figure skating. But winning the Olympics is more important, and it's not just about winning gold: she plans to enroll in university, pursue advanced physics studies, and study the human genome to develop cures for rare genetic diseases.

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Draw a map by hand and protect forests

Seventeen-year-old Kristian Rymarchuk has already graduated from School No. 179 and is a first-year student at the Moscow State Institute of International Relations, majoring in energy policy. In 2025, he won a gold medal at the Open International Geography Olympiad, which took place in Moscow this summer.

"For me, studying geography broadens my knowledge of the world. My hobby is traveling. I've visited Serbia, Thailand, Cambodia, and Singapore with my parents. Participating in Olympiads also gives me the opportunity to travel to a new country. For example, in 11th grade, I found myself in Yogyakarta, Indonesia, for the Olgenas International Geography Olympiad," our interviewee shares.

The most challenging part of preparing for the Open International Geography Olympiad, he says, was drawing maps by hand: it was a task included in one of the rounds. "I wanted to learn to draw neatly and beautifully to impress the judges," smiles Christian Rymarchuk. He also had to learn to type quickly in English: the computer test was in that language, and each task was limited to 20 minutes.

"I remember a practical assignment—analyzing satellite images showing deforestation in Paraguay and Brazil. The challenge was to solve the problem. I proposed turning part of the green space into a protected area, as the region was experiencing uncontrolled deforestation. I drew a map of the area where humans should not interfere. I was also tasked with developing an abandoned site that had hosted the Dubai Expo several years ago. It could be used as a museum cluster or a park," says the young man.

Easy tests and your own school

Another talented young man interviewed by mos.ru correspondents was Zakhar Degterenko. A graduate of School No. 57, he won silver at the International Biology Olympiad held in the Philippines. In the 2024/2025 academic year, he also won a diploma at the All-Russian Olympiad of Schoolchildren in biology and chemistry, and reached the finals of the same competition in physics. He previously won a prize at the All-Russian Olympiad of Schoolchildren in economics. Zakhar Degterenko, now 18, is studying at two universities: the Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology and the Central University.

Zakhar Degterenko admits: the workload is serious, but he manages to keep up because he partially mastered the program while preparing for the Olympics.

"I became fascinated with biology in early childhood, when I read books about dinosaurs. Physics has a special beauty and logic, and I started studying chemistry in depth in seventh grade because I felt like I was falling behind. Now I realize that the principles of these sciences are too clear and simple," he notes.

Preparations for international competitions went smoothly.

"The tasks for the International Biology Olympiad in the Philippines weren't difficult. I had to write answers to 60 paper pages of theoretical questions in three hours. I'm glad I didn't have to do it on a computer; my eyes would get tired. The practical test took place in several rooms. In one, dedicated to molecular biology, I prepared a PCR test to detect viruses in the human body; in another, I worked on a microbiology assignment, identifying the contents of test tubes; in a third, on ecology and statistics, I identified the species of fish and drew graphs of its natural cycle. I finished in half an hour," says Zakhar Degterenko.

Mos.ru's interviewee hasn't yet decided what profession to choose, but for now he's teaching: a year ago, he opened his own online chemistry and biology school for students from all over Russia who want to prepare for Olympiads.

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On the website of the capital's program Made in Moscow Voting has concluded for international industry events that Moscow exporters would like to participate in next year. Entrepreneurs could choose from 229 international exhibitions or submit their own.

The list included events for representatives of 11 industries, such as IT companies, creative businesses, equipment manufacturers, electronics, food products, and construction materials.

"The most popular destinations for promotion were the United Arab Emirates, China, India, and Kazakhstan. Brands also showed interest in African countries. Based on the survey results, a business events plan for 2026 will be compiled," she said.

Natalia Sergunina, Deputy Mayor of Moscow.

The city will cover the rental of the venue, the construction and design of the Made in Moscow collective stand, the organization of meetings with potential partners, translation costs, and other expenses.

"At the direction of the Moscow Mayor, we continue to actively develop international cooperation. The city provides a full range of support to Moscow's export-oriented companies—from conducting analytical research on promising sales markets to organizing participation in international business missions and exhibitions. All this allows companies to more quickly enter new markets and conclude international contracts," noted the Deputy Mayor of Moscow for Transport and Industry.

Maxim Liksutov.

The first delegation, supported by the Moscow Export Center, is already preparing to attend the Gulfood international food exhibition in the United Arab Emirates in January. Moscow brands will be represented there for the fourth time. Over the previous three exhibitions, Moscow companies signed 36 export contracts worth over two billion rubles.

Moscow entrepreneurs, with the support of the city, are expanding their presence in the Chinese market.

Additionally, an industrial sector event, "Innoprom. Saudi Arabia," is planned for the beginning of the year. The trip is being organized by the Mosprom Center for Export, Industry, and Investment Support.

You can find a suitable event and apply for participation on a single platform Made in Moscow.

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In the run-up to New Year and Christmas, Moscow residents can purchase special gifts on the social marketplace "Moscow – a Kind City." The new winter collection features over 150 items handmade by artisans with disabilities. Anastasia Rakova, Deputy Mayor of Moscow for Social Development.

"New Year is a time for caring, kindness, and gifts for family, friends, and colleagues. For four years now, thanks to the social marketplace 'Moscow – Kind City,' residents have been able to support Muscovites with disabilities or those facing difficult life situations, while also delighting their loved ones. The online platform offers a catalog of over 1,700 exclusive items, regularly updated with seasonal and themed items. In anticipation of the New Year holidays, we launched a special section featuring gifts created by artisans with disabilities in inclusive workshops run by non-profit organizations (NPOs). The collection includes over 150 items—you'll find knitted hats and scarves, Christmas tree decorations, shaped candles, cotton arrangements, and fragrant tangerine soap. All proceeds go toward salaries for the artisans and the development of charitable initiatives," said Anastasia Rakova.

For example, the Guild of Masters has prepared festive soap sets in the shape of tangerines and soap compositions featuring a snowman and Santa Claus for the New Year. The Life Path Foundation has created a series of bright ceramic pendants that are perfect for decorating the Christmas tree. In addition, this section features animal-shaped lanterns made by the Mosaic of Happiness charity foundation, and cotton figurines of children in winter attire from the Family Traditions craft center. You can choose items from the New Year's collection atwebsite.

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Social marketplace

Today, the online platform offers unique products crafted by over 1,500 dedicated artisans. They are constantly mastering new skills and techniques, including under the guidance of experienced mentors.

Over the four years of its operation, the project has demonstrated strong momentum. Since 2021, the number of its partners has increased sevenfold: from just seven non-profit organizations at the start, to 50 today. Over 60,000 products have been created, and total sales have reached almost 100 million rubles.

Products made by residents with disabilities were showcased at large-scale city, charity, and corporate festivals and fairs. Businesses are regular customers of the marketplace, regularly placing corporate orders for gift items. The platform offers a unique opportunity for both entrepreneurs and residents to participate in charitable giving and contribute to the development of inclusion in the city.

Russia's first state-owned social marketplace for online stores, "Moscow – a Good City," was created in 2021 by the nonprofit organization. This unique platform gives people with disabilities or in difficult life situations the opportunity to express themselves through creativity, feel valued, make new friends, develop social skills, work, and earn money. The project is being implemented with the support of Department of Labor and Social Protection of the Population of the City of Moscow.

As Sergei Sobyanin noted indevelopment strategy for the Moscow social security system until 2030The synergy between city services and NGOs allows us to provide support to the maximum number of residents in need.

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Specialists Moscow City Services Complex Road repairs on Musa Jalil Street in the south of the capital have been completed. Over 65,000 square meters of asphalt pavement on the roadway and sidewalks have been repaired along the entire two-kilometer stretch.

The work was carried out in several stages. First, specialists from the State Budgetary Institution "Avtomobilnye Dorogi" (Motor Roads) removed the old pavement using a milling machine, then repaired the inspection manholes and storm drain grates, replaced the curbs, repaired the pavement, and laid asphalt concrete on the roadway. In the final stage, they applied over 1,500 square meters of road markings.

The last time the road surface was replaced was in 2021. The road surface's warranty period had expired, and ruts had formed, potentially impacting road safety. The work was carried out at night, with partial traffic restrictions.

Musa Jalil Street is located in the Zyablikovo district and runs from Besedinskoye Highway to Orekhovy Boulevard. It is named after the renowned Tatar poet and Hero of the Soviet Union, Musa Jalil. At the very beginning of the street, near the Gorodnya River valley, a monument to the poet stands. There are approximately 15 streets in Russia named after him.

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The Moscow Transport Advanced Development Center held the final defense of projects for the third cohort of graduates from the "MTA: Management in the Transport Industry" program. Participants included senior and mid-level executives from organizations in the transport sector.

The "MTA. Transport Management" program is in its third year of training specialists who develop the capital's infrastructure. This year, representatives from the regions also joined the training, learning about Moscow's experience and best industry practices.

"Over the past 13 years, Moscow's transport system has undergone a rapid evolution—transforming from a fragmented and overburdened system into a global leader in scale of modernization. Today, we not only see results but are also ready to share our accumulated expertise with colleagues in the regions. This experience forms the basis of the HR Services Department's program, which aims to build teams of change leaders. These specialists will be able to adapt the capital's best practices to the specific needs of their regions," said the Deputy Mayor of Moscow for Transport and Industry.

Maxim Liksutov.

Innovative solutions for the industry

The program was developed by the Department of Human Resources Services of the Moscow Government in cooperation with the capital's Department of Transport and Road Infrastructure DevelopmentIts goal is to develop a unified management culture, train highly qualified transport managers capable of developing and implementing innovative solutions for the industry, ensuring its sustainable development, and improving the quality of transport services in Moscow and the Russian regions.

Over the course of 11 months, the executives studied industry trends, technologies, and customer service standards, mastering the latest management, budgeting, and change management tools. At their defense, they presented project initiatives they developed in teams during the training. Some of these initiatives are already being implemented in Moscow's transport system, making life even more comfortable for city residents.

In the final round, the projects were evaluated by leading industry experts from the capital's transportation sector and senior Moscow government officials. They discussed with the authors the optimal tools and steps for implementation, as well as the potential for scaling the identified solutions nationwide.

"Since the program's launch in 2023, we've been training strategic decision-makers in transportation organizations. The 'MTA: Management in the Transport Industry' program is a space for openly discussing challenges and finding practical solutions that will help make transportation infrastructure even more convenient and modern for millions of residents of the capital and the country's regions," noted Polina Loginova, Head of the Moscow Government's HR Services Department.

New approaches in the regions

This year, the participants included senior and mid-level executives from organizations in the city, as well as from Novosibirsk, Tolyatti, Murmansk, Nizhny Novgorod, and Voronezh. They exchanged experiences and management tools with their Moscow colleagues, including during reference visits to Moscow transport organizations, discussed important technological and organizational issues, and prepared innovative projects for defense.

The participation of leaders from other regions allows us to develop a unified, systemic approach to managing transportation organizations at all levels. This will facilitate the implementation of innovations that will make transportation more accessible to residents.

A graduate of the program, Alexander Vostrikov, Head of the Department of Road Management and Transport of the Togliatti City District Administration, emphasized that the training is a unique opportunity to exchange experiences with colleagues from Moscow's transport system, a leader in road infrastructure improvements. He added that the regions face challenges related to upgrading infrastructure, services, and management approaches. Dialogue with experts and colleagues offers numerous opportunities to address these challenges and make transportation even more convenient, modern, and customer-centric.

After the finals, the executives join the alumni club and continue their development among colleagues and like-minded individuals. Some of them become mentors and project sponsors for participants in another program, "Mini-MTA. Supporting Change in the Transport Industry." This program aims to update and prepare for the implementation of existing projects and develop management teams.

Together, the "MTA. Transport Industry Management" program, "Mini-MTA. Supporting Change in the Transport Industry," and the alumni club form the MTA program ecosystem. It recently won the all-Russian "Smart Pyramid-2025" award for "Best Corporate Training Program."

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The first half of the third season of the project "Unique Documents. A New Generation's View" has ended. Main Archives of Moscow and the capital Department of Education and ScienceThe third season covered four key areas of research that are conducted throughout the academic year: Arctic exploration, the history of astronomy, and the development of aeronautics and aircraft engineering.

"The 'Unique Documents: A New Generation' project is a full-fledged research workshop and career guidance platform where schoolchildren and college students gain invaluable experience working with primary sources. Under the guidance of Glavarkhiv specialists, young people learn to analyze authentic materials, often handwritten, taking into account the specifics of document management in past centuries, compare facts from various sources to reconstruct a complete picture, and compile detailed biographical notes. This work culminates in an individual project, which the students defend before a panel of Glavarkhiv experts. This year, documents from test pilots Georgy Baidukov and Anatoly Lyapidevsky, as well as astronomers Aristarkh Belopolsky and Fyodor Bredikhin, have already been recognized as unique. Starting in February, young people will be working with materials from aircraft designers and aeronauts," said the head of the Moscow Glavarkhiv.

Yaroslav Onopenko.

The competitive selection process began at the beginning of the academic year. As in previous seasons, to gain access to authentic archival files, young researchers had to write an essay. The topic was related to a subject of interest—a polar explorer, pilot, astronomer, or designer—or to a specific invention whose documentation is located in the archive. The Glavarkhiv Expert Council conducts a rigorous selection process, and only the authors of the best essays are admitted to the reading rooms for the in-person stage.

In the first semester of the 2025/2026 academic year, a stream dedicated to Arctic exploration was successfully completed. This choice was no coincidence: 2026 has been declared the Year of the Arctic, adding relevance to the study of authentic materials about the explorers of the North. Schoolchildren and college students worked with valuable data related to Arctic expeditions and polar pilots. The research resulted in the recognition of documents related to the lives and exploits of test pilots Georgy Baidukov and Anatoly Lyapidevsky as unique. Recommendations prepared by the schoolchildren and students formed the basis for the decision by Glavarkhiv experts to grant these archival files unique status.

Schoolchildren and college students helped Glavarkhiv specialists recognize documents about Arctic heroes as unique.

Immediately following the successful completion of the first round, the second round of the third season, dedicated to the history of astronomy, began in late November. This topic is particularly relevant ahead of the anniversary of the first human spaceflight, which will be celebrated in 2026. Due to the high interest, the application deadline for the competitive selection was extended by three weeks. As a result, the finalists began working with authentic archival files containing information on the development of Russian astronomy.

They obtained documents of historical value, including reports by Russian scientists on the discovery of new comets, plans for rebuilding university observatories, archival materials on the preparation of an expedition to Feodosia to observe a solar eclipse, as well as personal materials and scientific works by eminent astronomers. In the second batch, documents by astronomers Aristarkh Belopolsky and Fyodor Bredikhin were recognized as unique.

Moscow schoolchildren and students will help specialists from the Main Archives recognize astronomers' documents as unique.

The completion of the first semester of the third season of the "Unique Documents: A New Generation's View" project demonstrates the continued interest of young people in the history of their country and city. The project will continue throughout the 2025/2026 academic year. In the second semester, which begins after the winter break, streams dedicated to aeronautics and aircraft engineering are planned.

The official announcement of the third season's results and the awards ceremony for all finalists who have advanced to the in-person round are scheduled for May 2026. The main result of the young researchers' work is the addition of documents to the State Register of Unique Documents of the Moscow Archival Fund. All materials awarded this prestigious status will be made available to a wider audience on the official website. Glavarkhiva.

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Two Andean condors, a male and a female, have settled in the old territory of the Moscow Zoo, which is under the jurisdiction of the capital Department of CultureThese are the largest living birds of prey and are native to the Andes mountain range of South America.

Visitors can observe condors in the "Rock of Prey" exhibit aviary, which features an artificial mountain with numerous grottoes and balconies. The adjacent aviary is home to golden eagles, imperial eagles, and steppe eagles.

The female was the first to move into the exhibit, and a little later, the male joined her. Their enclosure includes a house, log stumps, perches, and nesting niches for future offspring. A pool with running water was also provided for the birds. The South American birds' diet includes beef, rats, and quail.

"The birds are currently undergoing a period of adaptation to each other, and both condors are very cautious. They interact with each other during feeding times. The rest of the time, the female prefers to stay in a niche at the top of a cliff or a tree. The male, meanwhile, spends most of his time below, exploring the enclosure. He can be easily identified by the large, dark red crest on his head," said Svetlana Akulova, General Director of the Moscow Zoo.

The Andean condor is the largest living bird of prey. Its body length ranges from 117 to 135 centimeters, and its wingspan ranges from 274 to 310 centimeters. Males weigh 11–15 kilograms, while females weigh 7.5–11 kilograms. Their plumage is black, except for a white fluffy ruff around the neck and wide white stripes on the wings, which are more common in males.

This species is listed as "near threatened" on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. It is also considered a long-lived bird. The lifespan of this species in the wild is approximately 50 years, and in zoos, up to 70 years.

Andean condors live in separate pairs their entire lives, preferring to remain well apart. During the breeding season, the male performs a courtship dance: he inflates and stretches his neck, puffs out his chest, and hisses. After this, he spreads his wings and freezes in front of the female, emitting loud sounds. During this process, the male's scalp changes color from pale pink to bright yellow.

Moscow Zoo

The Moscow Zoo is considered one of the leading and most respected zoological institutions not only in Russia but also internationally. Its 161-year history serves as a testament to its commitment to science, education, and conservation. During this time, the zoo has evolved from a zoo displaying exotic animals to a major research, conservation, and educational center.

In 2025, the Moscow Zoo set a world record for the number of animal species represented. It is home to over 1,250 species, including rare, endangered, and exotic ones from all corners of the planet. This record is the result of decades of work by zoologists, veterinarians, keepers, and everyone who cares for the animals every day.

The Moscow Zoo consists of an urban area, a bird rehabilitation and adaptation center in Sokolniki, a center for the reproduction of rare animal species in the Moscow region, and a zoo in the estate of Father Frost in Veliky Ustyug.

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The capital is creating conditions for the development of high-tech companies capable of replacing foreign solutions and entering the market with competitive products. The "Academy of Innovators" program helps teams move from idea to finished product, finding partners and customers. The "Moscow Innovator" competition supports scientists and inventors whose developments can form the basis for new industries and technologies.

"We're seeing steady growth in import-substituting solutions through our support programs. Finalists of the Moscow Innovator competition and leading startups from the Academy of Innovators are creating competitive domestic alternatives. The teams are working in strategically important areas, such as industry, new materials, and housing and utilities. Such projects not only address the needs of the Moscow market but also build a long-term technological reserve for the country," she said.

Kristina Kostroma, head of the capital's Department of Entrepreneurship and Innovative Development.

One striking example is the company Karbontex, which launched the first mass production of a 3D-fabric-based composite material in Russia. This new technology allows the creation of ultra-strong parts without manual layering, replacing imported counterparts. Winning the "Moscow Innovator" competition helped the team acquire equipment, open a production facility, and expand into the aerospace, oil and gas, mechanical engineering, and medical industries.

Another participant, Rusgrafen, is developing graphene-based materials for industrial and electronic applications. The team has created a thermal paste for cooling computer processors and gaming consoles. The product is already being sold on marketplaces, research and development is underway, and sales have doubled.

In the agricultural sector, the Minicor project helps replace imported feed additives. This innovative bioproduct is a 100% Russian development, including its raw materials, technologies, and probiotic. It reduces antibiotic consumption and improves the efficiency of livestock farming. The team is preparing to launch the product on the market following successful trials.

The startup Polisens is developing domestic production of components for flexible solar panels, sensors, and other organic electronics. The idea arose as a response to the shortage of imported materials and months-long delivery delays, which hindered the commercialization of Russian developments. The company creates materials from scratch, from formula development to pilot production. Initially focused on semiconductors, the project expanded its product range to include finished electronic components. Polisens is currently developing its own product line, developing small-scale production, protecting its intellectual property, and strengthening its team to accelerate the development of flexible and thin-layer electronics technologies in Russia. In 2025, the project won the Innovator of Moscow award in the "Reality Changing" category.

Another striking example is the Labadvance project, winner of the Moscow Innovator competition in the Innovation Leaders category. The team develops microengineered devices that significantly accelerate complex chemical and biological experiments. Their technologies help extract oil more efficiently, reducing costs and ensuring a stable energy supply. In the pharmaceutical and biotechnology fields, Labadvance's laboratories accelerate the development of new drugs and materials and create portable diagnostic devices. The project has attracted investment from leading venture capital funds, and the team is negotiating partnerships with partners in the Middle East to expand into the international market.

The startup Mikrofluidika is also focused on developing import-substituting materials for the oil and gas, pharmaceutical, and chemical industries. The company creates technologies for the production of various substances, including a universal solvent used in microelectronics, batteries, and petrochemicals. In 2025, the project became a finalist in the "Moscow Innovator" competition and entered the top 15 in the fifth cohort of the "Innovators Academy."

During the acceleration program, the team signed a contract with one of Russia's largest petrochemical companies, received approval for funding rounds totaling 34 million rubles, and received orders from the V.G. Khlopin Radium Institute of the Rosatom State Corporation. The startup also won a grant of five million rubles and created Russia's first facility for producing a valuable chemical component—a substance that converts liquid resin into durable plastic used in the manufacture of boat hulls, swimming pools, fishing rods, and auto parts. The facility's capacity is 40 tons per year. These developments will reduce Russian companies' dependence on imports, lower costs, and improve production safety.

City programs go beyond supporting individual developments—they form a fully-fledged ecosystem where startups gain opportunities to scale, find customers, and enter the market. The projects are overseen by the Autonomous Nonprofit Organization "Human Capital Development," which is subordinate to the Moscow City Council. Department of Entrepreneurship and Innovative Development.

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The Social Treasury is helping more than five million city residents receive payments and benefits. Sergei Sobyanin announced this on his channel in MAX messenger.

"The country's first single center for providing social support measures has been operating for almost two years. A single center handles the entire application process—from submitting applications on the mos.ru portal to assigning preferential statuses, issuing certificates, and disbursing payments," the Moscow Mayor wrote.

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The Moscow Social Treasury was established almost two years ago as the country's first single center for providing support programs. Its establishment significantly simplified the process of applying for social support programs for city residents. Over 100 types of payments, compensation, and benefits—almost 100 percent of socially significant services—have been converted to electronic form. They are now available to Muscovites 24/7 with a single click. The institution's specialists process approximately 10,000 requests daily.

A key element of the Social Treasury's work has become a unified information system, enabling the efficient and efficient processing of city residents' applications without the hassle of paperwork (previously, information had to be verified from five disparate systems). Confirmation of payment assignment or benefit status is sent to the applicant's personal account on the mos.ru portal within minutes of the decision, and status notifications are sent immediately after the application is processed.

As a result, the processing time for applications has been reduced from eight to six business days, and the time it takes to credit funds to accounts has been reduced from five to two business days. Furthermore, the complete elimination of paper personal files has resulted in significant resource savings.

The most popular service provided by the Social Treasury in 2025 was the provision of city support measures for families with children. Specifically, over 400,000 children from large families and children with special needs received annual compensation for the purchase of school uniforms without requiring an application. One-time compensation for the birth of a child was paid to over 80,000 families. Large family status was granted to 11,000 families for the first time, and it was extended for 10,000 families. Over 30,000 Muscovites received a one-time payment upon registering for pregnancy before the 20th week.

The Mayor of Moscow has instructed the continued improvement of the social assistance system for Muscovites, with a particular focus on simplifying the procedure and reducing the timeframe for receiving assistance, as well as improving the targeted nature of the support measures provided.

Subsidies and benefits for housing and communal services

A key part of the capital's social support system is the provision of subsidies and benefits for housing and communal services (HCS), which are received by approximately 2.5 million city residents.

As of July 1, 2025, the City Center for Housing Subsidies was absorbed into the Social Treasury, and its functions were fully integrated into the institution's unified operating model. One of the priorities was the implementation of artificial intelligence in the subsidy allocation process.

The system analyzes documents during the application process, automatically identifying errors and missing information. As a result, Muscovites receive notification of their application status and recommendations for document corrections within an hour. This system will gradually be expanded to other social services, significantly reducing the processing time for city residents' applications.

Feedback services

Residents have access to the "Without Leaving Home" service, which allows them to receive a remote consultation from a Social Treasury specialist in an average of 15 minutes. It is available daily from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM via the unified contact center at 7 495 870-44-44. A callback function is also available for convenience. Contact center operators receive over 3,000 calls daily.

On the mos.ru portal, you can chat with a specialist via videoconference. Since the beginning of 2025, more than 3,000 video consultations have been held.

For hearing-impaired residents, the "Speak with Your Hands" service is available daily from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM by calling 7 926 870-44-44. You can send a request via Telegram (@GovoriRukami_chat), email (GovoriRukami@mos.ru), or on VKontakte.

In 2025, the contact center's work received high praise from the jury of the annual professional excellence competition "CCGuru Awards | Crystal Headset" – it won the "Best New Contact Center" category, as well as being a winner in the "Most Effective Strategic Transformation Program" and "Public Services" categories.

Furthermore, the capital's Social Treasury won the "Company | Person of the Year" award in the "Social Project" category. The expert jury highly praised the "Without Leaving Home" service.

Extending Moscow's experience to other regions

The Moscow model for providing social support to citizens is recognized as unique nationwide. The work of the Moscow Social Treasury is becoming a benchmark for other regions of the Russian Federation.

"The Social Treasury is unique in Russia. We share best practices in digitalization, processing applications, and staff training with other regions," the Moscow Mayor added.

Source: Sergei Sobyanin's channel in MAX messenger 

In 2025, representatives from 73 constituent entities of the Russian Federation—from the Kaliningrad Region to the Chukotka Autonomous Okrug—visited the institution to exchange experiences.

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