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In the assembly hall of the State University of Management, cultures and hearts met, united by memories and respect passed down from generation to generation. In the year of the 80th anniversary of the Great Victory, one understands especially deeply the importance of gratitude to our defenders and unity in the face of new challenges.

Olga Petrova, Deputy Minister of Higher Education and Science of Russia, greeted those gathered and said she was pleased to be present at such a grand celebration dedicated to our unity. She remarked, "All of you, each of you, are heroes of your nation. We are many, we are diverse, but this is precisely the strength of our unity, for we are united by the same spiritual and moral values and an understanding of the significance of historical memory. The understanding that the cultural code, the identity ingrained in each of us and passed down from generation to generation, is precisely the connecting thread, the foundation of our sustainable development."

Our honored guest wished the students to always remember the greatness of our homeland, to be proud of it, and to understand that Russia's future depends on each of us. Olga Petrova's final words were drowned out by a standing ovation: "Believe in yourselves, dream, always be an active citizen, and help us solve the important challenges facing the Russian state. And may we succeed!"

The hall also warmly welcomed Biysultan Khamzaev, a deputy of the VIII State Duma from the United Russia party, who first greeted his fellow Dagestani citizens with the traditional "Salam aleikum!", which elicited thunderous applause.

Biysultan Sultanbievich emphasized: “It’s clear that anything cultural is a good thing. And in general, what unites us all is wonderful. We walked through the foyer and saw how the children had prepared for the festival: the food, the costumes, the flags. It’s wonderful that we want to showcase the best we have, our greatest strengths. But most of all, I like your festival slogan: ‘Hero of His People.’ You’ve emphasized what truly unites us all. Next year has been designated by the President of Russia as the Year of Unity. And it’s important not just to talk about this, but to demonstrate it with concrete examples. You have a long life ahead of you; you’ve chosen to lead. I wish you the best of luck in completing your studies at this university and finding your way in life, becoming the very people who will have every opportunity to build and develop the state. Because the future of Russia depends on you; you will lead, demonstrate strong character, and, among other things, tirelessly support the ‘age-old union of fraternal peoples,’ as the wise words of our anthem say.”

The deputy explained that he represented his beloved Dagestan in parliament, invited everyone to visit, and added that his republic is as unique and multinational as the rest of Russia—each of its peoples has its own distinct character, but we are all united by respect for traditions, a caring attitude toward family, and a boundless love for our homeland. Biysultan Khamzayev called for a round of applause for those who defend our values during the special military operation, which the young men gladly did.

It's worth noting that our university prepared a tasting of national cuisines for the celebration of our fellow countrymen—the foyer was filled with delightful, spicy aromas. During the concert, short but powerful video stories about those who performed heroic deeds in the name of the Fatherland were shown on the screen: the names of heroes of the Soviet Military District, the Great Patriotic War, freedom fighters, doctors, scientists, poets, and writers were featured. University performers delighted the audience with rousing folk dances, songs, and theatrical sketches featuring elements of sbandieratori—a traditional Italian flag-juggling technique that originated on battlefields in the 15th century as a heraldic accompaniment to troops.

The atmosphere was incredible: the audience sang along with their fellow countrymen, the kids chanted the names of their countries, and even danced in the aisles. As one of our employees, who was celebrating her anniversary that very day and was present at the festival, said: "It was the best birthday of my life!"

So, hurray to you, GSU! We're back on top!

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Do you know what all students around the world—from Prague to Tokyo, from Moscow to Rio de Janeiro—have in common? A stubborn desire for freedom and an incredible ability to make friends across borders and language barriers. This is the spirit that permeates International Students' Day, celebrated on November 17.

The Birth of Student Solidarity Day

The history of this day began with a genuine student uprising. In the fall of 1939, in Nazi-occupied Prague, students and faculty from Charles University took to the streets to celebrate the birthday of their country, Czechoslovakia. The authorities responded brutally: medical student Jan Opletal was riddled with bullets. His funeral turned into a massive protest, after which the Nazis closed all Czech universities, executed nine students on the spot, and sent more than 1,200 others to the Sachsenhausen concentration camp.

It was these tragic events that led to the creation of International Students' Day. In 1941, representatives of the university community from around the world gathered in London to honor the memory of the fallen Czech students and establish November 17 as a symbol of youth solidarity worldwide. Thus, the day of mourning became a day of unity and hope. Since 1946, following a decision by the World Students' Congress, this day has been celebrated in over 100 countries, hosting a wide range of events—from ceremonies to festivals, from academic debates to charity events. Students prove that youth and friendship transcend any borders!

Russia: 4 million talents

Today, Russia boasts a vast student community—over four million! The government supports them through scholarships, grants, internship programs, and academic exchanges. Our students don't just study—they create startups, win international competitions, and contribute to science and the volunteer movement.

This day is special for the State University of Management. SUM students continue the best traditions of our university community, which has existed—just think about it—since the late 19th century: they help each other in their studies, create joint projects, and organize events. And they prove that student years are a time of true friendship and bold achievements.

We are proud that our walls are nurturing future leaders capable of changing the world for the better. International Students' Day is a celebration for those who believe in combining study and friendship, serious research projects and joyful student traditions. It is students, with their vibrant energy, bright minds, and incredible ability to unite for the sake of peace, who are creating a future with greater justice, knowledge, and mutual understanding.

Happy holiday to all students—former, present, and future! Happy holiday, my dear alma mater! And, as they said and sang in the days of the first medieval universities, gaudeamus igitur, juvenes dum sumus—let's have fun while we're young!

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Engineers from Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University are developing an improved mixing grid for a small modular nuclear reactor (SMR), designed for additive manufacturing. This development is unique worldwide. Using SMRs with optimized mixing grids will make it possible to provide lower-cost electricity to the most remote and inaccessible areas of Russia in the future. This work is being supported by the federal program "Priority 2030."

The economic efficiency of using nuclear power plants with small modular reactors lies in their long operating cycles, meaning that a single fuel load allows them to operate for several years without refueling. This makes them more cost-effective than traditional combined heat and power plants and fuel oil-fired stations, including by reducing the cost of fuel delivery.

Small modular nuclear reactors are based on the most common type of reactor in the nuclear power industry today, the pressurized water reactor (VVER). Their operating principle involves heating pressurized water through contact with honeycomb-structured fuel assemblies. A key component of such an assembly is the mixing grid, which is designed to enhance coolant mixing and reduce uneven thermal flow characteristics. On the other hand, bubbles form on the surface of the fuel elements (which make up the assembly), which can lead to boiling zones and overheating. Therefore, the second objective of upgrading the mixing grid, in addition to enhancing heat transfer, is to eliminate these boiling zones.

The uniqueness of the SPbPU team's development lies in the fact that they are the first in the world to design a new product directly for production using 3D printing. Traditional manufacturing technologies based on the processing of solid metal sheets have exhausted their potential for further efficiency gains. Additive manufacturing, on the other hand, allows for the creation of parts with complex internal geometries, the optimization of which significantly improves the hydrodynamic and heat-removal properties of the grid. Ultimately, the use of modernized mixing grids will reduce the cost of generated electricity by 5%.

The development of small modular nuclear reactors is a long-term project, actively supported by the state through its programs. Achieving technological leadership is impossible if we only address current challenges. Furthermore, Russia is currently implementing the national project "New Nuclear and Energy Technologies," which, among other things, aims to ensure sovereignty in the nuclear sector and develop small modular reactors, notes Nikolai Efimov-Soini, Deputy Director of the Computer Engineering Center at the Advanced Engineering School "Digital Engineering" at SPbPU.

SPbPU engineers are designing a mixing grid using the CML-Bench® digital platform for developing and applying digital twins. This platform is unparalleled in Russia in terms of the volume of digital and design solutions it offers (over 375,000), including for the nuclear industry. Using advanced digital twin technology not only reduces the cost of product development and production but also significantly reduces the number of required full-scale tests by conducting a large number of digital tests on specialized rigs and testing grounds.

The project is scheduled to last three years. Currently, the scientists are developing a digital design methodology that will determine all necessary parameters (including physical ones), their mutual influence, and the final result, as well as an improved design of the mixing grid itself with improved target function performance.

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Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University participated in the Metal-Expo 2025 international industrial exhibition, presenting the latest solutions in laser, additive, and materials technologies. The university's exhibit attracted significant interest from the professional community and became a significant event for the Institute of Mechanical Engineering, Materials, and Transport.

Anatoly Popovich, Director of the Institute of Metallurgy and Metallurgy at St. Petersburg Polytechnic University, Chief Designer, and Head of the Key Scientific and Technological Area "New Materials, Technologies, and Production," participated in the roundtable discussion "Metallurgy Today and Tomorrow. Challenges of the Modern Age," organized by Rosatom's Mechanical Engineering Division.

Anatoly Anatolyevich focused on SPbPU's leadership in engineering education in Russia. Currently, the Polytechnic University's educational model includes a multi-tiered training model with the ability to choose an educational pathway tailored to the needs of a specific employer. At the same time, the industrial partner is actively involved in the educational process at all stages, including developing requirements (professional competencies) for graduates during the curriculum design stage, participating in the admissions campaign (promoting applicants, implementing targeted recruitment, organizing seamless pathways in collaboration with affiliated colleges), organizing practical training at the enterprise, and conducting joint R&D.

A representative example is the corporate track created as part of the pilot five-year bachelor's degree program in the 22.03.01 "Metallurgy" program. This program includes both theoretical training with opportunities for networking and additional skills development at Cherepovets State University, as well as a six-month internship with the opportunity to gain a vocational qualification.

The Polytechnic's stand featured projects from three of the institute's research divisions: the Laser and Additive Technologies Research Laboratory, the Lightweight Materials and Structures Laboratory, and the Mechanical Engineering Technologies and Materials Research and Education Center.

Specialists from the LiAT Research Laboratory demonstrated industrial prototypes created using laser cladding, hybrid laser-arc welding, and direct laser deposition. The solutions presented included refurbished gas turbine engine components, power and aviation parts, and complex geometry samples manufactured using additive manufacturing methods.

Researchers from the Lightweight Materials and Structures Laboratory demonstrated a wheel rim printed using WAAM technology for the Magnetic Hydrodynamics Research and Production Center. It boasts increased strength and reduced weight. Forum participants also noticed a gas turbine impeller manufactured using WAAM technology for Gazprom PJSC as part of the Priority 2030 federal program. Creating the impeller using electric arc melting reduces production costs and allows for rapid configuration changes.

The Scientific and Educational Center "Mechanical Engineering Technologies and Materials" presented samples grown using selective laser melting (SLM). The developments showcased at IMMiT demonstrate its high potential for developing engineering solutions for power engineering, aviation, metallurgy, and industrial robotics.

The awards ceremony for the winners of the Young Scientists competition took place at the exhibition. This program gives talented specialists the opportunity to establish themselves, showcase fresh ideas, and introduce innovative technologies to metallurgy. Eight students and postgraduates from IMMiT were named laureates: E. O. Frolova, M. V. Larin, D. V. Kurushkin, S. A. Kuzin, L. S. Zhukova, K. A. Egorova, E. V. Volokitina, and A. A. Ananyev.

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