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Faithful to the origins

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The Scarlet Sails Cultural Center invites you to a concert of sacred music. The Aleshkinskie Matushki choir (directed by Afanasia Klimova) and the Lanterns vocal ensemble (artistic director Yulia Krivyakina) will perform traditional Russian chants and sacred compositions.

At the same time, an exhibition of works by craftswoman Valentina Shumilina, “Magic Needle,” will be held.

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Representatives of SPbGASU became laureates of the Grishmanov Prize

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2025 Prize Laureates

Representatives of the Saint Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering have been awarded the I. A. Grishmanov Prize, a prestigious industry award given to specialists for significant contributions to the development of science, technology, and professional education in the building materials and construction industries. The prize is awarded by the Russian Engineering Academy and is named after Ivan Aleksandrovich Grishmanov, a graduate of the Leningrad Civil Engineering Institute (now SPbGASU) and the USSR Minister of the Building Materials Industry from 1965 to 1979.

The 2025 award winners included Irina Aubakirova, Associate Professor of the Department of Construction Materials Technology and Metrology at SPbGASU; Anna Grishina, Associate Professor of the Department of Construction Materials Technology and Metrology at SPbGASU; and Andrei Egorov, Professor of the Department of Construction Production Technology at SPbGASU.

Irina Utarbaevna Aubakirova, PhD, is a renowned specialist in the production and quality management of building materials. Her primary research focuses on developing methods for nanostructural modification of building composites and improving quality control systems for construction products.

Irina Aubakirova

She participated in the development of technologies for the use of nanoadditives in concrete mixtures, ranging from microadditives of carbon fulleroid particles to nanofibrillar nanocellulose. Nanomodified concrete mixtures created using these technologies have been introduced into industrial production and used in the construction of major facilities, including the port terminal in Ust-Luga, Leningrad Oblast, the Ring Road and Western High-Speed Diameter of St. Petersburg, and energy infrastructure and transport facilities in St. Petersburg and the Leningrad Oblast.

Irina Utarbaevna also participated in the development of national standards for dry cement-based building mixes. For 35 years, she has successfully combined her research and teaching with her work as Deputy Head of the Testing Center at St. Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering, providing consulting and methodological support to companies in the construction industry.

The author of more than 120 scientific and educational works, and the head of the master's degree program in Standardization and Metrology, Irina Utarbaevna makes a significant contribution to the development of construction science and the training of industry specialists.

Anna Nikolaevna Grishina, a PhD candidate in engineering, conducts research in the field of synthesis and structure control of silicate building materials. Since 2005, her research has focused on the creation of nano- and micro-sized modifiers for mineral binders. Anna Grishina proposed a mechanism for synthesizing a nanomodifier containing two types of nanoparticles, which was confirmed by experimental studies. The developed materials enable effective structure control of building composites and enhance their performance characteristics.

Anna Grishina

The use of the developed nanomodifiers has increased the strength of lightweight concrete with glass spheres and created asphalt concrete with increased rutting resistance. Radiation-protective and fungicidal building materials have been developed using these nanomodifiers. The finishing solutions have been used, in particular, in equipping X-ray rooms in medical facilities.

Anna Nikolaevna is the director and executor of several research projects, including grants from the President of the Russian Federation and research supported by the Russian Academy of Architecture and Construction Sciences. Her research has resulted in the publication of over 120 scientific papers, including articles in leading Russian and international scientific journals, a monograph, patents for inventions, and textbooks.

Andrey Nikolaevich Egorov is a Doctor of Economics, a Candidate of Engineering Sciences, and a professor. He specializes in construction technology and organization, construction industry economics, the development of Russia's Arctic territories, smart cities, and green building. He is an advisor to the Russian Academy of Architecture and Construction Sciences, an expert in the international QS ranking of leading universities worldwide, and the author of research papers on the organizational and technological reliability of construction operations, the sustainable operation of precast concrete plants, and the theory of large-scale emergency construction during emergency response.

The award is presented to Andrey Egorov (left) by Boris Gusev, President of the Russian Academy of Engineering, Doctor of Engineering, and Corresponding Member of the Russian Academy of Sciences.

His research interests include the development of construction technologies using 3D construction printers, the use of nanotechnology in construction, and promising developments related to the construction of lunar stations.

The scientist also devotes considerable attention to economics and urban development: developing mechanisms to ensure affordable housing, renovating urban development in the second half of the 20th century, and developing concepts for smart and environmentally sustainable cities.

Andrey Nikolaevich is the author of more than 130 scientific and educational publications.

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RUDN University environmental students took part in a winter expedition to the Urals

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During winter break, students from the RUDN University Institute of Ecology embarked on a research expedition across the Perm Krai. Over three days, the students trekked 15 kilometers along the snowy trails of Kamenny Gorod and Usvinsky Pillars, conducted a winter animal census, and experienced 18th-century history at a concert in an ancient mansion.

With a map in hand

The trip to the Perm Krai combined fieldwork with immersion in the region's culture. The students not only explored the Ural landscapes but also worked as researchers. Their first day in Perm was spent as a geographic quest: map in hand, the students explored the city, navigated its surroundings, and learned about its unofficial symbols. They saw the "Perm Salty Ears" sculpture and the local guardian, the Brown Bear.

The main part of the expedition took place in the northern part of the region. The main attractions were the Stone City and the Usvinsky Pillars, giants of Perm. Having reached the peaks, the group explored the crevices between the boulders and the bizarrely shaped rocks.

Throughout the entire route, the students conducted a winter survey of the area: they measured the height and structure of the snow cover for future comparative observations and recorded how the vegetation was coping with the cold. Of particular interest was the winter animal census, which involved tracking animals: the students managed to document the tracks of some residents of the Kama region.

"We saw tracks of hares, minks, field mice, and even moose! Do you know what they look like? I saw them for the first time. These three days flew by so quickly that we didn't even have time to look back. They were full of impressions, beauty, and frost! We hope to return to the Perm region again!" — Daniil Chugaev, first-year student majoring in Ecology and Nature Management.

Hot tea against frost

The students highlighted several aspects of research work in winter conditions. They said the most challenging aspect of the expedition was keeping their hands and feet warm in the freezing temperatures. To avoid this, the group moved at a brisk pace and frequently drank hot tea from thermoses. There was a fair amount of snow, but with a long stride, it didn't hinder their movement, the future ecologists shared.

The students also noted a sense of oneness with nature: the hike participants experienced a sense of belonging, realizing they were literally walking in the same places where moose had walked before. Regarding their research, the students said their snow measurements allowed them to understand how "dirty" the winter periods were.

For example, gray streaks were visible on the snowdrifts on the roofs of houses in Usva. This could indicate either periods of thaw or pollutant emissions. Such observations help determine the environmental burden in the region. The maximum snow depth recorded by students in the mountains was approximately 90 cm.

"At the top of Stone City, snow completely covered the low trees and shrubs, providing them with warm shelter from the wind and cold. And that's a good thing. Even if a plant isn't completely covered, keeping the roots and lower part of the trunk warm helps the trees survive the frosts," says Daniil Chugaev.

The expedition allowed the children to experience a small winter adventure and practice useful skills that could be useful in their future careers.

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Gull

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The Mossovet Theatre invites you to the play "The Seagull" based on the play by Anton Chekhov.

Director Andrei Konchalovsky offers a new edition of the classic text.

The roles are performed by Yulia Vysotskaya, Arseny Vasiliev, Denis Zainullin, Viktor Gordeev, Vladimir Goryushin, Daria Balabanova, Glafira Lebedeva, Alexander Bobrovsky, Sergey Zotov, Larisa Kuznetsova, Elena Yashnova, Evgenia Lyakh, Daria Taran, Alexey Grishin, Evgeny Ratkov, Vladimir Maisinger, Vlad Bokovin, Vladimir Prokoshin, Alexander Popelo, Dmitry Savkin, Alexey Bafaev and Lili Boglashvili.

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"Blagovest" for children

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The Marina Tsvetaeva House-Museum invites you to the program "Blagovest for Children." Choirs from the I.S. Bach Children's Arts School, "Pervotsvet" and "Romantika" (led by choirmaster and teacher Olga Tellina), will perform famous works by Russian and international composers.

The host is composer Anton Viskov. Accompanist is Maria Kolesnikova. The concert lasts 1 hour and 15 minutes.

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Scapin's Tricks

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The Theatre on Trubnaya invites you to the play "The Tricks of Scapin".

Two feuding families, a love drama, and death at the end. Isn't this William Shakespeare? No! It's Jean-Baptiste Moliere. Special effects like Transformers, fights like John Wick, a twisted plot like a Nolan film, a tragedy like Titanic, and, finally, Ryan Gosling in the lead role. None of this will happen under any circumstances. Masks, farce, utterly ruined common sense, and laughter until you choke. That's why audiences go to this show.

Directed by Rodion Vyushkin. Starring Nikita Melnikov, Daniil Dodeltsev, Stepan Romanenkov, Matvey Baryshev, Matvey Donchenko, Ivan Brilkov, Varvara Gruver, Anna Farnieva, and Ivan Krivitsky.

Students from VGIK take part in the performance.

Duration: one hour 30 minutes without intermission.

Photo: Theatre on Trubnaya

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"Images of St. Petersburg: From Line to Form": a solo exhibition by student Anna Leonovich at St. Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering

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Anna Leonovich

On March 6, the exhibition "Images of St. Petersburg: From Line to Form" opened in the exhibition hall of the Faculty of Architecture at the St. Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering. The exhibition was designed by Anna Leonovich, a first-year Master's student in the Faculty of Architecture.

The exhibition brought together graphic works, architectural projects, and digital collages dedicated to St. Petersburg. The works showcase a variety of techniques and artistic approaches, from architectural graphics to experimental compositions.

Opening the exhibition, Vice-Rector for Academic Affairs Sergey Mikhailov noted that such events are an important part of the university's creative life and help unlock students' potential.

Sergey Vladimirovich emphasized that the university serves as a space for the development of talent, and that students' solo exhibitions are an important stage in their professional development. He noted that this is Anna Leonovich's second solo exhibition at the university: the first took place in February 2024.

Andrey Surovenkov, Dean of the Faculty of Architecture and Head of the Department of Architectural Design, noted not only the high creative level of the works on display but also the artist's significant organizational efforts in preparing the exhibition. He noted that the exhibition showcases Anna's broad range of interests and skills, from architectural design to graphic art. "The works are distinguished by the multifaceted nature of the artist's artistic language and its connection to architectural thinking. They combine observations of the urban environment, graphic expressiveness, and experimental artistic solutions," he noted.

Last October, Anna Leonovich joined the Union of Architects of Russia. At the exhibition opening, she received a welcome letter and a membership card.

The exhibition will be open in the exhibition hall of the Faculty of Architecture until March 19.

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Cicada Holding and RUDN University signed a cooperation agreement

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Leading systems integrator in the field of information security, JSC Cicada, and RUDN University have entered into a strategic partnership agreement.

The document envisages joint efforts to implement a practice-oriented approach to IT student training, prepare in-demand specialists for the industry, and implement initiatives under the new Russian Government resolution on business co-financing of educational programs. The strategic goals of the collaboration also include developing a system of continuing education based on the Institute for Advanced Training and Retraining in Information Security and Cybersecurity.

Preparing a new generation of personnel

"The role of IT companies today extends beyond government support—we are obligated to actively shape the future of the industry through the development of education. The Infotactica Group of Companies is the flagship of our expertise at Cicada Holding. As a developer of information security tools and an integrator of information security services, it has unique experience, which we intend to leverage in our collaboration with the university. Our goal is to create a sustainable model of collaboration: from the joint development of educational programs to mentorship from our experts. I am confident that the synthesis of academic knowledge and applied skills possessed by Infotactica employees will enable us to train a new generation of professionals prepared for the challenges of the modern IT industry. This is not just a partnership, but a strategic contribution to the human resource security of our country," said Alexander Kolosov, CEO of Cicada Holding.

The agreement complies with updated legislation. According to a Russian government decree, large accredited IT companies enjoying tax incentives are required to annually allocate at least 3% of their savings to the development of specialized education. Formal partnerships with higher and secondary specialized educational institutions are mandatory for maintaining state accreditation and benefiting from tax incentives.

Opportunities for students

"Continuing education in today's environment is a crucial element of the educational ecosystem, enabling us to quickly respond to the demands of high-tech industries and ensure the continuous improvement of professional competencies. Our partnership with the Infotactica Group of Companies opens up new opportunities for creating flexible educational pathways in information technology by expanding the range of practice-oriented programs and integrating the expertise of current industry professionals. We view this collaboration as an important step toward accelerating the adaptability of young professionals in the rapidly changing industry," said Elizaveta Telegina, Vice-Rector for Continuing Education at RUDN University.

The parties plan to expand the educational program with applied modules in IT fields, taking into account current business needs. Leading experts from the holding company will teach courses in cybersecurity, systems integration, and software development. RUDN University students will be offered internships and placements with the opportunity for future employment within the holding company. Furthermore, on the day of the signing of the cooperation agreement, the Infotactics Group of Companies held its first career lecture for students of the Faculty of Artificial Intelligence.

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Work has begun in the capital to replace elevators as part of a major overhaul program.

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Specialists urban economy complex Work has begun on replacing elevators in residential buildings as part of the 2026 regional capital repairs program. This was announced by the Deputy Mayor of Moscow for Housing, Utilities, and Public Works Petr Biryukov.

"A large-scale elevator upgrade program was developed and approved at the direction of the Moscow Mayor. During its implementation, more than 52,300 new elevators were installed in apartment buildings. This year, we will replace a total of over 5,500 elevators, with the program having begun in all administrative districts," noted Pyotr Biryukov.

Compliance with elevator operating life is under special control, as this is high-risk equipment that requires regular technical inspections and timely replacement.

Since 2018, elevators in buildings operated by the regional operator have been replaced strictly in the year their 25-year service life expires, with no additional extensions. Specialists dismantle the old equipment and install new elevators. If a building has several elevators, they are replaced one at a time to ensure residents experience minimal inconvenience. The work utilizes domestically produced equipment that fully complies with modern safety and comfort requirements.

The regional program for capital repairs of the housing stock being implemented in the capital is in line with the goals and objectives of the national project Infrastructure for LifeMore information about Russia's national projects and the capital's contribution can be found atspecial page.

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Experts from the State University of Management presented awards to the winners of large-scale tourism competitions.

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On March 7, faculty from the State University of Management took part in the awards ceremony for the winners of two large-scale competitions: the International Competition "Tourism Code of My Country, City, Town, or District – PRO-Tourism" and the All-Russian Competition "The Power of Traditions." Both competitions have become key events in the development of tourism, hospitality, and the preservation of Russia's cultural heritage.

The awards ceremony took place at the Ladya exhibition and fair in Gostiny Dvor in Moscow and brought together talented young people, experienced experts, and distinguished guests.

The winners were presented with awards by distinguished guests and jury members, including Svetlana Grishaeva, Chair of the Competition Expert Council and Associate Professor of the Department of Management in International Business and Tourism Industry at the State University of Management, and Sergey Kochnev and Irina Milkina, Associate Professors of the Department of Public and Municipal Administration at the State University of Management.

The international competition "Tourism Code of My Country, City, Town, or District – PRO-Tourism," co-organized by the State University of Management, set a record for participation this year: over a thousand applications from 86 Russian regions were submitted for the fifth anniversary season. The in-person round, held in Moscow, attracted 450 contestants and academic supervisors from 74 regions of the Russian Federation. The youngest participant, Alisa Kozminykh from Perm Krai, is only seven years old, while the smallest settlement was represented by Ksenia Bugai from the village of Muksut in Irkutsk Oblast, home to fewer than 100 people.

The All-Russian competition "The Power of Traditions," aimed at promoting folk arts and crafts and integrating them into the modern urban environment, received 860 applications from 2,500 participants from 79 regions of the Russian Federation. The competition was organized by the "My Fatherland" Center for Socio-Economic Initiatives with the support of the Russian Ministry of Construction.

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