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Dmitry Chernyshenko's address to the participants of the sixth season of the popular science competition "Science. Territory of Heroes"

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The final of the sixth season of the popular science competition "Science. Territory of Heroes" took place on the Bauman Moscow State Technical University campus. Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Chernyshenko addressed the participants during the final event.

"I'm pleased that every year more and more schoolchildren and students participate in the competition—a total of approximately 117,000 people participated. The prestige of scientific professions is growing in Russia. I'm sure many of you want to dedicate your lives to science. The competition is just the beginning of a long journey. Thanks to the national project 'Youth and Children,' launched by our President Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin, today vast opportunities are open to you. Advanced engineering schools and youth laboratories are operating, the 'Priority 2030' program is in effect, exciting events are taking place as part of the Decade of Science and Technology, and much more. At the President's direction, a constellation of world-class campuses is being created across the country. Competition winners will receive additional points when applying to prestigious universities. They will also have the opportunity to complete internships at the country's leading research centers and receive grants from competition partners," noted Dmitry Chernyshenko.

The sixth season of the competition was one of the largest yet, with over 27,000 participants. This season, the competition was held in several thematic areas: "Energy and Numbers" (physics and mathematics), "Biochemistry of Discoveries" (chemistry and biology), and "Science in Life" (general education).

"The 'Science: Territory of Heroes' competition is an effective mechanism for engaging young people early in university research. Russian universities don't just accept talented applicants; they create a modern research environment for them: youth labs, participation in cutting-edge projects, and interaction with industrial partners. It's important to us that every participant in the competition sees the university as a space of opportunity—a place where ideas are transformed into tangible scientific results," said Minister of Education and Science Valery Falkov.

The winners in the Energy and Numbers category were:

1. Arseniy Kudryavtsev, Gelendzhik

2. Daria Saperova, Protvino

3. Mikhail Petrukhin, Karpinsk

Places in the "Biochemistry of Discoveries" direction were distributed as follows:

1. Alla Lykova, Lipetsk

2. Maxim Grishkov, Voskhod village

3. Pavel Morozov, Tambov

Following the finals in the "Science in Life" category, the participants took the following places:

1. Evgeny Bogdashov, Zavolzhye

2. Maxim Zapara, Krasnoznamensk

3. Ekaterina Ivanova, Novoaltaysk

The competition winners will receive internships at the country's largest research centers. All finalists will also receive additional points for admission to MISiS University, the Patrice Lumumba Peoples' Friendship University of Russia, Tomsk Polytechnic University, and Bauman Moscow State Technical University. The competition's partners—Beeline, PhosAgro, and Rosatom—awarded cash grants to the winners and runners-up for research projects. The finalists also received diplomas, gift certificates for equipment, and other prizes from the competition partners.

The competition is supported by Russia's national projects and is part of the "Science to Win" initiative of the Decade of Science and Technology. The platform geroi.nauka.rf features articles about the scientific achievements and discoveries of Russian scientists, as well as video tours of scientific organizations. The project is designed for schoolchildren and students and aims to foster interest in the natural sciences, popularize scientific knowledge, and support young talent.

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Alexander Novak held a meeting on increasing labor productivity.

Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak held a meeting on increasing labor productivity with the participation of Minister of Economic Development Maxim Reshetnikov, representatives of the Ministry of Energy, the Ministry of Transport, the Ministry of Education and Science, and the Ministry of Education.

During the meeting, the agencies presented their industry programs aimed at optimizing technological processes, implementing modern management tools and digital technologies, developing human resources, and freeing up production capacity.

The Deputy Prime Minister ordered the approval of industry-specific programs to improve labor productivity in various areas, and also noted the importance of a more detailed approach to statistics using specific parameters reflecting productivity growth in each area.

"According to the instructions of the President of Russia, the federal project to improve labor productivity should cover 40% of medium and large enterprises in the core non-resource sectors of the economy, as well as all state and municipal social sector organizations. However, it is also worth paying attention to broader performance indicators across various sectors of the economy to improve its effectiveness, which should be expressed in specific physical and financial indicators," Alexander Novak emphasized.

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Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Patrushev attended a meeting of the Coordinating Committee for the Support of Environmental and Nature Conservation Projects. The meeting was chaired by First Deputy Chief of Staff of the Presidential Executive Office Sergei Kiriyenko and took place at the 13th All-Russian Nature Festival "Primordial Russia."

The meeting summarized the results of the 2026 Presidential Fund for Nature competition and identified 157 winning projects. Among them were the "Save the Kashtakovsky Route" project at Krasnoyarsk Stolby National Park, projects to conserve endangered cetaceans in the Russian Far East, and the restoration of the Transbaikal Pallas's cat population, among others. Supported initiatives will be able to launch on March 1.

"The activities of the Presidential Fund for Ecological and Nature Conservation Projects truly provide significant support to the industry. Federal funds allocated for grants amount to one billion rubles annually. However, the number of environmental projects needs to be scaled up. To this end, we are working to increase the extra-budgetary component. I would like to point out that businesses are eagerly responding to proposals for cooperation and voluntarily allocating funds to support projects. These funds began flowing into the fund in December 2025. Joint efforts between the state and society to implement environmental initiatives allow us to enhance their impact and thereby contribute to ensuring Russia's environmental well-being. Therefore, we will continue to support them, maintaining the principle of transparent, objective, and fair project evaluation," said Dmitry Patrushev.

Last September, the grantees of the first competition began implementing their projects, and in December, they met with the Deputy Prime Minister to discuss the interim results of their work. Dmitry Patrushev announced that such events will continue. They provide an opportunity to identify areas for further growth and enhance the effectiveness of their collaboration.

A total of 939 environmental initiatives from 81 regions were submitted for selection this year. Project ideas were presented by nature reserves and national parks, non-profit organizations working in environmental protection, as well as individual environmental teams and concerned citizens.

The Presidential Fund for Ecological and Nature Conservation Projects was registered on March 3, 2025. It was created in accordance with a decree of the President of Russia. The main grant areas include the protection of rare and endangered animal species and their habitats, biodiversity research and monitoring, information and educational projects to protect wild animals, unique and relict ecosystems, and Red Data Book plant species. The total grant fund annually receives 1 billion rubles from the federal budget.

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The 6th Congress of Young Scientists will be held from November 25–27, 2026, at the Sirius Federal Park. It is the key annual event of the Decade of Science and Technology in Russia, declared by President Vladimir Putin in 2022. The Congress serves as the largest platform for dialogue between advanced and fundamental science, government, and the real economy, and sets the key vectors for scientific and technological development. One of its key objectives remains the involvement of talented young people, young researchers, and entrepreneurs in the scientific and technological field.

"At a meeting with participants of the 5th Congress of Young Scientists, President Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin called this event one of the most authoritative and significant held in our country. Since last year, it has been part of the national project 'Youth and Children.' Indeed, the congress plays a vital role in the scientific life of Russia and even countries around the world, where priorities for scientific and technological development and support measures are discussed. Scientists exchange ideas and find like-minded people. Universities, research organizations, and businesses present cutting-edge developments. Interest in the event grows every year: over the past five years, the number of congress participants has tripled, and the number of countries participating has quadrupled," said Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Chernyshenko.

The Deputy Prime Minister expressed confidence that the 2026 Congress of Young Scientists will once again be held at a high level and will provide additional impetus to the development of domestic research and development.

"Modern science increasingly determines a country's ability to respond to global challenges and ensure sustainable development. Today, we face an ambitious task: not just to maintain the current momentum, but to ensure qualitative growth in scientific achievements. Supporting young scientists and creating the conditions for realizing their scientific potential remain key priorities of state science policy. The Congress of Young Scientists fully reflects this agenda and creates an environment in which scientific ideas are put into practice," noted Anton Kobyakov, Advisor to the President of Russia and Head of the Interagency Working Group for the Preparation and Holding of the Congress of Young Scientists and Associated Events.

Following the fifth anniversary Congress of Young Scientists, Russian President Vladimir Putin noted that the platform facilitates the free exchange of opinions and the development of scientific ties.

In 2025, the Congress brought together more than 8,000 participants from 89 regions of the Russian Federation and 100 foreign countries, demonstrating record international engagement.

The Congress of Young Scientists' scientific and technological agenda successfully combines a variety of formats: from discussions and lectures to scientific battles, master classes, film screenings, and intellectual games, creating a space for expert dialogue among researchers, engineers, technology entrepreneurs, and executives of state corporations and major technology companies.

In 2026, the Congress of Young Scientists will continue to showcase cutting-edge scientific achievements and innovative technologies, including new developments in the space industry, exchange experiences between young researchers, engineers, and technology entrepreneurs, and discuss current challenges and prospects for the development of science and technology in Russia and globally.

The Congress of Young Scientists is organized by the Roscongress Foundation, with the support of the Government, the Ministry of Education and Science, and the Coordinating Council for Youth Affairs in Science and Education of the Presidential Council for Science and Education. The operator of the Decade of Science and Technology is the National Priorities NGO.

For more information, see the official website VI Congress of Young Scientists.

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Construction of the approximately 66-kilometer-long northern bypass around Omsk began in October 2025 with the symbolic driving of the first pile for the future bridge across the Irtysh River. The first phase of construction of the new road is currently underway, announced Deputy Prime Minister Marat Khusnullin.

Construction of a temporary bridge across the Irtysh River on the northern bypass of Omsk is nearing completion.

"The Northern Bypass of Omsk will become part of the 'Russia' transport route from St. Petersburg to Vladivostok and a vital strategic asset not only for the Omsk Region but for the entire country. Work has now commenced on the first stage of construction—a 16-kilometer section—and is being carried out simultaneously at two interchanges. Construction of a temporary bridge across the Irtysh River is also nearing completion, from which the main structure will be constructed. The bypass will include bridges across the Irtysh and Om Rivers, 1,277 and 176 meters long, respectively, 19 overpasses, five interchanges, and rest areas. Around 500 people are currently working on the project, and approximately 140 pieces of equipment are in use," said Marat Khusnullin.

The Deputy Prime Minister added that the new four-lane highway will reduce transit travel between Tyumen and Novosibirsk by more than 20 km and will facilitate investment and construction activity in the region, including industrial and residential construction in the agglomeration. The road will become a key route for residents of the special economic zone, logistics zones, and new residential areas of Omsk.

The second phase of construction will include a bridge across the Om River and a roughly 50-kilometer section of highway from the interchange on the N-335 Omsk-Krasnoyarka road to the interchange on the R-254 "Irtysh" federal highway. The first section, including the bridge across the Irtysh, is scheduled to open to traffic in 2028, with full completion scheduled for 2030.

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Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak held a casual meeting with heads of constituent entities of the Russian Federation, as well as heads and representatives of regional and federal government bodies, as part of the first International Congress of Public Administration.

The Deputy Prime Minister answered questions about macroeconomic stabilization and structural shifts in the economy, workforce development, labor productivity, achieving technological sovereignty, and the formation of a new growth model. The prospects for developing the country's fuel and energy sector, electric power infrastructure, and the creation of new generating capacity were also discussed.

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The government is launching the next stage of public administration development – the "Reporting Guillotine" project. It aims to establish uniform rules for requesting data from regions and reduce their excessive administrative burden. Deputy Prime Minister and Chief of Staff of the Government of Russia Dmitry Grigorenko announced this at the first International Congress of Public Administration.

At the congress, the Deputy Prime Minister participated in the plenary session "Public Administration in the 21st Century: Between Speed and Meaning." He noted that the work of the government apparatus has been significantly optimized over the past five years. Currently, the share of electronic document management within the Government Office exceeds 90%, and the average document approval time has been reduced from four days to 1.4 days. The issuance of regulatory acts takes 15 minutes instead of 12 hours, and the time it takes to receive documents for review is now approximately 40 minutes instead of 10 days.

In 2025, a large-scale document flow optimization was also carried out at the Government Office. Its key objective was to reduce redundant documents and procedures. Specifically, the number of documents required for preparing the Government's legislative action plan was reduced by an average of seven times, and for preparing protocol events, by a quarter. Manual data entry during event planning and reporting was halved.

The changes affected not only procedures but also the very organization of civil servants' work. The Government Office has established a digital assignment process. Information on deadlines and assignees is fed into an information and analytical dashboard, allowing for real-time visibility into the status of current tasks.

A separate area of focus is training civil servants in using artificial intelligence tools. The technology is used for preparing protocols and brief reference materials, as well as spell checking.

"Digitalization is, first and foremost, a tool for improving the efficiency of public administration. It is not an end in itself: its value is determined by specific results—shorter timeframes, reduced administrative burden, increased transparency, and improved service quality. For us, digital transformation means practical solutions that save citizens and businesses time and make processes clear and convenient. At the same time, people—both as service recipients and as civil servants—always remain at the center of these changes. Therefore, our key task is to build processes in which technology removes unnecessary barriers, automates routine operations, and enables effective management decisions," said Dmitry Grigorenko.

The plenary session was also attended by First Deputy Chief of Staff of the Presidential Executive Office of Russia Sergei Kiriyenko, Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin, First Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic Daniyar Amangeldiev, and Rector of the Presidential Academy Alexei Komissarov.

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The Russian Ministry of Education's Center for International Cooperation has opened a new recruitment window for the "Russian Teacher Abroad" humanitarian project. This year, the program, already proven successful in dozens of countries, will expand the participation of subject teachers. Plans call for 791 teachers to participate. The actual number of participants is expected to be higher.

On Diplomatic Worker's Day, Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Chernyshenko commented on the launch of a new recruitment program for the "Russian Teacher Abroad" project.

"As President Vladimir Putin noted today, efforts to popularize the Russian language and Russia's scientific and cultural achievements remain highly important. The 'Russian Teacher Abroad' project helps address these challenges, promoting not only the Russian language but also our spiritual and moral values. Over the past nine years, more than 1,500 teachers have participated, and the number of participating countries has expanded to 32. These include China, the UAE, India, Serbia, Turkey, Egypt, and others. Thank you to all project participants for their responsible and important work, and to the candidates for a successful selection!" the Deputy Prime Minister said.

Since 2017, the Russian Ministry of Education's Center for International Cooperation has been implementing the "Russian Teacher Abroad" humanitarian project, aimed at promoting the Russian language and advanced educational practices in dozens of countries worldwide. Russian teachers have a unique opportunity to try their hand at a new role – teaching their subject to bilingual children, becoming ambassadors of Russian education and culture, and the voice of Russia abroad.

Every year, the Center for Migration Studies recruits teachers who possess the necessary skills and qualifications to work in neighboring and distant countries. Becoming part of this large teaching family is a significant professional challenge and a chance to discover new facets of teaching talent.

"The 'Russian Teacher Abroad' project is an intergovernmental program that is generating great interest among our international partners. Schools from all over the world are requesting our teachers. Currently, 240 educational organizations are participating in the project, and this number is growing. Teachers are actively participating and becoming conduits for our country's knowledge and cultural values abroad," commented Minister of Education Sergey Kravtsov.

Participation in the project includes full methodological and organizational support from the CMS, including travel to the work site, accommodation compensation, and assistance during the adaptation period. For more information on which areas are most in demand in which countries, as well as the working conditions and compensation levels, visit the official website of the CMS project of the Russian Ministry of Education ((https://cic-edu.ru/).

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Construction and installation work is nearing completion at the Institute of Medicine and Psychology's educational and research center, which is being built on the grounds of Novosibirsk State University. Deputy Prime Minister Marat Khusnullin announced this.

"Following the President's instructions, we are systematically creating a network of modern, world-class campuses across the country. This is a driver of educational and urban development. One example is Novosibirsk State University, where the company "Unified Customer" is currently implementing the second phase of construction on a new campus. The modern buildings being built on the university's campus not only meet high architectural and design standards but also create comfortable conditions for students and faculty. Construction work is currently nearing completion on the building housing the Institute of Medicine and Psychology's Educational and Research Center. The building is 85% complete," said Marat Khusnullin.

The new building will accommodate approximately 700 students. It will house laboratories and training facilities for specialists in chemistry, biology, medicine, psychology, physiology, and other subjects. The building will also house the largest simulation center in Siberia for future medical professionals to practice their skills in minimally invasive surgery and clinical training.

"Interior finishing is currently underway at the 12,500-square-meter facility, with work already 60% complete. Installation of internal utility systems is nearing completion. Roofing and façade work has already been completed. Landscaping of the surrounding area is also 76% complete. Construction of the building is scheduled for completion in the second quarter of 2026," noted Karen Oganesyan, General Director of Unified Customer.

The second phase of campus construction includes the construction of three buildings with a total area of over 40,000 square meters. One of these buildings, a classroom building with an area of approximately 16,000 square meters, is already operational. Students began classes in the new building on September 1, 2025. It features four classrooms, one of which seats 400 students, a research library, a student project center, coworking spaces, and a conference hall. A research center is also being built as part of the second phase. All buildings will be able to accommodate up to 3,000 students.

Five more campuses are currently being built by specialists from the Unified Customer Development Company in Orel, Yekaterinburg, Kaliningrad, Smolensk, and Moscow.

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At the direction of President Vladimir Putin, construction of large-scale cultural and educational complexes is underway in four Russian cities. These complexes will include modern theater stages, concert halls, exhibition spaces, and music and dance schools. Deputy Prime Minister Marat Khusnullin announced that a branch of the Bolshoi Theater will be built on Oktyabrsky Island in Kaliningrad.

In Kaliningrad, the Bolshoi Theatre branch has been completed with large-scale stained glass windows.

"The cultural clusters being created in Kaliningrad, Kemerovo, Sevastopol, and Vladivostok can rightfully be considered the largest cultural infrastructure project in the country. They will not only become centers for artistic development and open up new opportunities for creative youth, but will also stimulate regional development, become focal points for urban life, and contribute to the growth of tourism. As part of such a cluster, a branch of the world-famous Bolshoi Theatre, which will celebrate its 250th anniversary in 2026, is being built in Kaliningrad. The 36,000-square-meter building boasts a unique architectural appearance, meets the high standards of modern theater venues, and is being constructed in collaboration with the Bolshoi Theatre's management. Construction workers have now glazed two giant translucent structures, which will serve as the branch's architectural focal points, and have begun interior finishing work," said Marat Khusnullin.

The largest stained-glass window resembles a glass sail. Its total area is approximately 1,700 square meters, comparable to the area of four professional basketball courts. The structure is assembled from 242 double-glazed windows, providing maximum energy efficiency, enhanced safety, and light transmission. The total weight of the stained-glass window exceeds 170 tons. Simultaneously, work has been completed on the installation and finishing of a second stained-glass window, with a total area of 620 square meters, which offers a view of the Pregolya River.

Stained glass windows will flood the theater's interior with natural light, which is especially important for the central public area—the main hall. Panoramic glazing will create a sense of unity between the interior and the surrounding landscape of Oktyabrsky Island.

The sheer scale of the glazing places the Kaliningrad branch of the Bolshoi Theatre among the most daring architectural projects. In Russia, the Mariinsky Theatre's second stage in St. Petersburg (Mariinsky II) is a comparable example, with its main façade featuring a large expanse of glass.

The cultural cluster in Kaliningrad is being built by the STG company on behalf of the National Cultural Heritage Foundation.

"The addition of stained glass is a landmark event in the construction of the Bolshoi Theatre branch. The glass structures are 'woven' into the unique shape of the building, echoing the movements of a ballet dancer. The building is increasingly taking on its final, finished appearance. The builders are making every effort to ensure the high-quality and timely completion of the project. After all, this facility is an investment in the cultural future of the region; here, every viewer will be able to immerse themselves in the world of art and experience its grandeur," noted Dmitry Rzhannikov, General Director of STG-Zapad.

The Kaliningrad cultural cluster previously included branch buildings for the Tretyakov Gallery, the Russian State Institute of Performing Arts – Baltic Higher School of Music and Theatre Art, the Moscow State Academy of Choreography, and the Central Music School – Academy of Performing Arts. Additionally, a comprehensive school with a swimming pool, two boarding schools for students, a student dormitory, and five apartment buildings for teachers and artists were built.

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