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Ukraine: Hundreds of thousands of civilians may be forced to flee their homes again

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February 16, 2026 Peace and security

Almost four years after the Russian Federation's full-scale invasion, the situation for Ukrainian civilians continues to deteriorate. Approximately 325,000 Ukrainians who have already returned to their homes may flee their homes again in the coming months, with more than a third of them considering leaving the country. UN agencies warned on Monday.

"The situation has noticeably worsened," said Danielle Bell, head of the UN Human Rights Monitoring Mission (HRMMU). "Every year, more and more people are killed and injured. Millions have electricity for only a few hours a day. Hundreds of thousands suffer without heat during freezing temperatures. Serious violations of international humanitarian law continue, and the Russian authorities demonstratively ignore international law in the territories of Ukraine they occupy."

The death toll is rising

According to the Mission, the number of civilian casualties in 2025 was 31 percent higher than in 2024, and 70 percent higher than in 2023. Since February 2022, more than 15,000 people have been confirmed killed and over 41,000 injured. The overwhelming majority of casualties were recorded in territories under Ukrainian control.

Each of these figures represents someone's life, destroyed families, and psychological trauma for the population, the UN emphasizes.

Strikes on energy facilities

Since October last year attacks intensified Russian armed forces attacked Ukraine's energy system. The destruction led to prolonged outages of electricity, heating, and water supplies. In January, when temperatures dropped below minus 20 degrees Celsius, district heating facilities were hit, leaving thousands of multi-story buildings without heat.

Human rights violations

The mission also reports serious violations of international humanitarian law that remain unpunished. These include torture and ill-treatment of Ukrainian prisoners of war and civilian detainees by Russian forces and authorities, sexual violence, and executions. In late 2025, there was a surge in reports of executions of captured Ukrainian servicemen.

At the same time, the HRMMU documented cases of torture and ill-treatment of prisoners of war during the early stages of their detention by Ukrainian authorities. According to the Mission, the scope of investigations remains limited.

In the occupied territories, Russian authorities are reportedly implementing their own laws and administrative systems, forcing residents to obtain Russian citizenship, and restricting freedom of expression.

The mission calls for increased efforts to bring those responsible to justice.

"The Russian Federation's full-scale invasion of Ukraine four years ago resulted in a horrific litany of violations of both international human rights and humanitarian law," Bell emphasized. "Yet, to date, we have seen virtually no efforts to prevent such violations or hold those responsible accountable." Victims, she said, must have access to justice, reparation, and the truth.

Risks of re-displacement

Amid ongoing attacks and severe winter conditions The risks of further displacement are also growing. According to new data from the International Organization for Migration (IOM), approximately 325,000 Ukrainians who have already returned to their homelands may leave their homes again in the coming months, with more than a third of them considering leaving the country.

“After four years of war, families will not have enough resilience alone to survive another winter "With power outages and bitter cold," said IOM Director General Amy Pope. "Safe housing, reliable energy, and basic services are not luxuries, but the foundation of security, survival, and human dignity."

As of January 2026, 3.7 million people were internally displaced. More than 4.4 million people who fled their homes since February 2022 have returned, including over one million who arrived from abroad. However, not all who crossed the border were able to return home—372,000 people remain internally displaced.

Amid temperatures reaching -20 degrees Celsius and ongoing power outages across the country, many Ukrainians are once again forced to consider relocation. In frontline areas, people report shortages of generators and repair materials, and psychological stress remains high.

Since 2022, the International Organization for Migration has provided direct or indirect assistance to 6.9 million people within the country, as well as to millions in 11 neighboring countries. The IOM emphasizes that without timely support during the winter, power outages could further push families to move and undermine recovery efforts.

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"His work is more like icon painting": 195 years since the birth of Nikolai Leskov

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Nikolai Leskov was born on February 16, 1831, in the village of Gorokhovo in the Oryol district. His mother belonged to a noble family, and his father, a member of the clergy, broke with her and joined the Oryol Criminal Chamber, where he received hereditary nobility. According to contemporaries, he gained a reputation as a perceptive investigator, capable of solving complex cases.

Early years and finding one's calling

The writer spent his childhood in Oryol. His grandmother had a profound influence on him, instilling moral values and compassion. After his father retired, the family moved to the village of Panino. There, the future writer first encountered the local people—an experience that later formed the basis for his novella "Yudol," about a terrible famine and crimes committed for the sake of survival.

Leskov's studies at the gymnasium, which he entered at age 10, were unsuccessful: due to neglect and a dislike of cramming, after five years he had only completed two grades. In 1847, he began serving in the Oryol Chamber of the Criminal Court, then transferred to Kyiv. In Kyiv, he became an auditor at the university, developed a passion for icon painting, participated in a student society, and interacted with pilgrims and Old Believers.

After leaving the military in 1857, Nikolai began working for his relatives' company, Schott & Wilkens. His business trips often took him around the country, introducing him to new places, languages, cultures, and traditions.

"I know the Russian people to their very core, and I don't take any credit for it. I didn't learn about the people from conversations with St. Petersburg cabbies, but I grew up among the people…" the writer would later share.

During this period of his life, Leskov took up the pen for the first time.

The beginning of a writing career and criticism

Leskov's literary career began with "Essays on the Distilling Industry," published in Otechestvennye Zapiski in 1861. In 1862, he became a regular contributor to the newspaper Severnaya Pchela (Northern Bee). However, his articles accusing the government of inaction during the St. Petersburg fires angered Alexander II, and the editors sent Nicholas on an extended business trip to Europe.

In 1863, Leskov returned to Russia, and soon wrote "The Life of a Woman" and "Nowhere to Go," both published in the journal "Biblioteka." The latter work provoked a sharp critical reaction, and the novel sealed the writer's place in the creative community for many years to come, as he was accused of holding anti-democratic, "reactionary" views.

A significant milestone in his writing was the novel "At Daggers Drawn." In it, the author condemned nihilism and nascent revolutionary movements. According to Maxim Gorky, "…after the evil novel, Leskov's literary work immediately becomes a vibrant painting, or rather, an icon painting—he begins to create for Russia an iconostasis of its saints and righteous."

The Tale of the Cross-Eyed Lefty from Tula and the Steel Flea

One of Leskov's most famous works is "Lefty." This tale, a skaz (a folktale), is unique due to its writing style, which beautifully captures the richness and color of Russian folk speech. Opinions on the work have been wildly varied: some praise the interesting plot, the author's style, and the moral, while others believe the characters lack emotion.

Leskov himself wrote: "Several others agreed that in my stories it is truly difficult to distinguish between good and evil, and that at times it's even impossible to discern who is harming the cause and who is helping it. This was attributed to a certain innate treachery in my nature."

Interesting facts about "Lefty"

Lefty is a collective image of talent, patience, and the tragic Russian fate. Leskov himself admitted: "Where 'Lefty' stands, one should read 'Russian people.'" Nikolai got the idea while vacationing in Sestroretsk, from Colonel Bolonin, an employee of the arms factory. There, he first heard the story of the English steel flea, which Russian craftsmen were able not only to copy but also to shoe. Leo Tolstoy did not understand Lefty. He found the language strange, and the "tricky words" unpopular. The first edition of Lefty was unsuccessful. The opening title with the angels and the engraving of the grasshopper at the end had no relation to the content, and therefore seemed out of place. Leskov wrote down the words for the tale, overheard from ordinary people, in a "little book." Some vocabulary was rewritten by the printer, who considered the author illiterate.

Although this work didn't enjoy great recognition during Nikolai Semyonovich's lifetime, it later became an enduring classic. It's not just a tale about a Russian craftsman, but a true chronicle, combining a rich, complex history and characters.

Besides "Lefty," the "pearls" of his work were the story about a merchant's wife, whose criminal passion leads to the tragedy "Lady Macbeth of the Mtsensk District" (1864) and the wandering novel "The Enchanted Wanderer" (1873) – the story of a runaway serf who experienced wanderings, captivity, war, but retained faith and readiness for self-sacrifice.

Leskov's works are memorable for their unique style and vibrant, expressive characters. The author created a unified literary and stylistic framework—the tale—and the image of a Russian man who lives by his conscience, modestly yet masterfully performing his work. His closeness to the people, their everyday life, and their customs continues to make his work so relevant today.

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The transition to a unified system of higher education was discussed at the III Non-State Education Forum.

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On February 16, Vladimir Stroyev, Rector of the State University of Management, took part in the III Forum of Non-State Education.

The main topics of discussion were new digital technologies, increasing interaction with employers, and improving the quality of the educational process.

The program began with a plenary session, "On Strategic Directions for the Development of Private Education," featuring presentations by Minister of Science and Higher Education Valery Falkov, Chairman of the Liberal Democratic Party of Russia Leonid Slutsky, Chairperson of the Association of Non-State Education Lyubov Dukhanina, President of the Synergy Corporation Vadim Lobov, Deputy Head of Rosobrnadzor Svetlana Kochetova, and First Vice President of Opora Rossii Eduard Omarov.

Lyubov Dukhanina read a letter of welcome on behalf of Andrei Fursenko, Assistant to the President of the Russian Federation.

In his speech, Valery Falkov noted that higher education is facing unprecedented challenges: unemployment is at a record low, but at the same time, there is a shortage of qualified personnel in many areas. This indicates the need to change approaches, including to university admissions and updating educational programs.

The Minister of Education and Science also announced a transition to a unified system of higher education, which will replace the current division between bachelor's and specialist's degrees, with the length of study dependent on the complexity of the profession and employer demands. The minister also focused on reforming the master's program, proposing to divide it into three types: research, professional, and managerial. Admission will be based on specialized exams rather than general education subjects.

Lyubov Dukhanina, Chair of the Association of Non-State Education, also noted the relevance of the trend toward high-quality education and unique skills. She noted that employers today are looking for highly specialized professionals capable of multitasking, as well as managers who can assemble a team of such specialists and lead them to achieve their plans. The speaker emphasized that people are willing to pay for a quality education from an early age, as evidenced by the increased demand for private kindergartens and schools with engaging, relevant educational programs, which creates new challenges for the education system itself and its transformation.

Eduard Omarov shared his opinion that the most in-demand talent in the country today is entrepreneurs, who make a significant contribution to the national economy. They, in turn, need competent managers and senior executives who will focus on developing specific areas: marketing, production, human resources, and so on.

Following the plenary session, a meeting of the Expert Council on Education and Youth Policy under Deputy Chairman of the State Duma of the Russian Federation Boris Chernyshov was held.

Olga Petrova, Deputy Minister of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation, joined the meeting via videoconference. She spoke about the development of the Economic Youth Entrepreneurial University, support for student startups and educational programs aimed at creating them, technological entrepreneurship, and social initiatives.

The meeting participants discussed the development of regional education systems, entrepreneurship in universities, and international cooperation in higher education, as well as education within the framework of the Strategy for the Development of Education in Russia until 2036.

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Diplomats from China and Russia praised the results of bilateral cooperation.

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Moscow, February 16 /Xinhua/ — Russian and Chinese diplomats praised the results of cooperation between the two countries. Chinese Ambassador to Russia Zhang Hanhui and Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Andrei Rudenko spoke at the opening ceremony of the "Spring Festival 2026" New Year's Fair at Huaming Park, China, on Monday.

The Spring Festival (Chinese Spring Festival, the traditional Chinese New Year according to the lunar calendar), which falls on February 17 this year, is increasingly celebrated around the world. "Today, New Year's events are held in nearly 200 countries and regions, and the joy of the holiday is shared by a fifth of the world's population," noted Zhang Hanhui.

According to him, 2025 marked a significant milestone in China-Russia relations. The two leaders jointly participated in commemorative events commemorating the 80th anniversaries of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression, the Great Patriotic War, and the end of World War II. "This event once again underscored both countries' enormous contribution to the defeat of Nazism and militarism, as well as our shared resolve to uphold historical truth and defend the post-war world order," the Chinese diplomat emphasized.

Among the significant events of the past year, he cited the successful completion of the China-Russia Cross-Cultural Years and the introduction of a visa-free regime, which gave a powerful impetus to contacts in all areas.

The year 2026 marks several significant anniversaries: the 30th anniversary of the establishment of the Chinese-Russian strategic partnership, the 25th anniversary of the signing of the Treaty of Good-Neighborliness, Friendship, and Cooperation, and the launch of the cross-years of education. "Thanks to the strategic leadership of our heads of state, political trust and mutually beneficial cooperation will only grow stronger," Zhang Hanhui expressed confidence.

A. Rudenko, in turn, stated that trade turnover between Russia and China last year once again significantly exceeded the $200 billion mark. "Our countries remain key trading partners. Russia is the leading supplier of oil and gas to China. We are actively cooperating in the peaceful use of nuclear energy. We are promoting high-tech projects, including space exploration. Humanitarian exchanges are growing," he noted.

A. Rudenko noted the close strategic coordination between Moscow and Beijing on the global stage. China's presidency of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, culminating in the summit in Tianjin, was productive. China's chairmanship of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation has begun. "We have no doubt in the success of our Chinese friends and are ready to provide them with every assistance," the Russian Deputy Foreign Minister promised.

“In contemporary global affairs, the foreign policy tandem of Moscow and Beijing is a key stabilizing factor in the world, contributing to the consolidation of the Global South in the formation of a more equitable international multipolar world order,” A. Rudenko emphasized. –0–

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Kyrgyzstan's GDP grew by 9 percent in January 2026.

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Bishkek, February 16 (Xinhua) — Kyrgyzstan's gross domestic product (GDP) in January, according to preliminary estimates, amounted to 125.7 billion soms (approximately $1.44 billion), up 9 percent year-on-year, the country's National Statistical Committee reported on Monday.

The share of the service sector in GDP was 52.3 percent, commodity production industries – 30.7 percent, and taxes on products – 17 percent.

The volume of foreign and mutual trade in goods in January-December 2025 amounted to $15.8 billion, which is 10.2 percent less than year-on-year. –0–

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Territorial issues will be discussed at the Geneva talks, according to the Russian President's press secretary.

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Moscow, February 16 (Xinhua) – All key issues, including territorial ones, will be discussed at the Ukraine talks in Geneva, Russian Presidential Press Secretary Dmitry Peskov announced on Monday.

“This time, we intend to discuss a broader range of issues, including, in fact, the main questions that concern both territories and everything else—which, in fact, are connected with the demands that we have,” noted D. Peskov.

A Kremlin spokesman announced that the Russian delegation at the Geneva talks will be expanded. "This time, in addition to [Presidential Aide Vladimir] Medinsky, there will be Deputy Foreign Minister Mikhail Galuzin and other officials," he said.

D. Peskov also noted that meetings will be held in Geneva within the framework of the working group on economic issues, which includes the special representative of the Russian president, Kirill Dmitriev.

Earlier, the Russian president's press secretary announced that the next round of talks on Ukraine would also take place in a trilateral Russian-American-Ukrainian format on February 17-18 in Geneva. The Russian delegation will be headed by Vladimir Medinsky.

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Iran's Foreign Minister and the IAEA Director General held a meeting in Geneva.

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TEHRAN, Feb. 16 (Xinhua) — Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi met with International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Director General Rafael Grossi on Monday to discuss technical issues related to Iran's nuclear program.

According to a statement released by the Iranian Foreign Ministry, the meeting took place at A. Araghchi's residence in Geneva, Switzerland, ahead of indirect nuclear talks between Iran and the United States, which are scheduled for February 17 in that city.

During the meeting, the parties exchanged views on several technical issues related to cooperation between Iran and the IAEA within the framework of Tehran's safeguards obligations and in light of the law suspending bilateral cooperation adopted by the Iranian parliament last June. Iran also outlined its position on technical aspects related to indirect negotiations with the United States regarding the nuclear program.

Following the meeting, R. Grossi wrote on the social network X that the parties had held “an in-depth technical discussion” in preparation for “important” negotiations scheduled for February 17. –0–

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Cooperation between the IAEA and international financial institutions in the nuclear field: from diplomacy to practical action

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Cooperation between the IAEA and international financial institutions in the nuclear field: from diplomacy to practical action

The IAEA, together with the World Bank Group, other international financial institutions and multilateral development banks, has entered a new stage of cooperation.

February 15, 2026

Jeffrey Donovan, IAEA Department of Nuclear Energy

IAEA Director General Rafael Mariano Grossi met with representatives of the World Bank Group, the Asian Development Bank, the EBRD, the OPEC Fund, and other banks during their official visit to IAEA Headquarters in Vienna, Austria, 15 January 2026. Photo: D. Calma/IAEA

The IAEA, together with the World Bank Group, other international financial institutions (IFIs) and multilateral development banks (MDBs), has entered a new phase of engagement, moving from diplomatic agreements to practical project implementation as the Agency expands its support for their efforts to use nuclear energy for development.

Following the signing of a landmark partnership agreement on nuclear energy cooperation between the IAEA and the World Bank Group (WBG) last June, a workshop was held earlier this month at the IAEA Headquarters in Vienna to discuss next steps, including expanding cooperation with other international financial institutions and multilateral development banks, clarifying roles, aligning technical and regulatory requirements, and implementing concrete measures to assist countries in developing nuclear energy, taking into account IAEA nuclear safety, security, and non-proliferation standards.

Expanding cooperation

The seminar brought together leading experts from not only the World Bank Group but also other major financial institutions, including the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), the Asian Development Bank (ADB), and the OPEC Fund for International Development. Participants discussed issues such as radioactive waste management, emergency preparedness and response, and the development of the institutional framework necessary for investors to support large-scale nuclear infrastructure projects.

"Building on the agreements recently reached with international financial institutions, we view their practical implementation as a priority," said IAEA Director General Rafael Mariano Grossi. "It is crucial for us that leading experts from these organizations have gathered here at the IAEA today to outline ways to expand our cooperation and support countries in various areas of nuclear energy and non-energy technology applications—from health and food security to water resource management and environmental protection."

Last June, in Paris, Director-General Grossi and World Bank Group President Ajay Banga signed a memorandum of understanding to deepen cooperation in three areas: building a nuclear energy knowledge base within the WBG, supporting the long-term operation of existing nuclear power plants, and advancing small modular reactor (SMR) technology. This agreement marked the Group's first formal resumption of nuclear energy activities in decades and served as a signal for other international financial institutions to follow suit.

Additional agreements

Since then, the IAEA has entered into cooperation agreements with other MDBs, including the Asian Development Bank and the OPEC Fund, demonstrating a more coordinated approach among international organizations to assessing the potential role of nuclear energy in generating clean and reliable electricity. This is particularly relevant for countries seeking sustainable economic growth while reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

"The World Bank Group is rethinking its approach and renewing its engagement in nuclear energy, thereby expanding countries' ability to meet their energy needs," said Lauren Culver, Senior Energy Specialist at the WBG. "This workshop provided an important opportunity to deepen our collaboration with the IAEA and strengthen our capacity to finance nuclear projects that comply with IAEA standards on nuclear safety, security, regulatory frameworks, and non-proliferation safeguards."

The seminar focused on legal aspects, namely how funding to support institutional and policy reforms can facilitate the adoption of international treaties and the incorporation of nuclear safety, security and safeguards obligations into national legislation.

Other sessions examined the role of development banks in financing technical work during the preparatory phase, which often precedes major investment decisions. These activities include developing feasibility studies for SMRs, planning for radioactive waste disposal, and developing infrastructure during the initial stages. Issues related to the front-end of the fuel cycle were also discussed, including conducting comprehensive assessment missions for the uranium production cycle, as well as the role of research reactors as a key element in building nuclear capability.

Environmental and social standards

During the discussions, special attention was also paid to compliance with environmental and social standards. "Environmental and social standards are not a formality, but the foundation of responsible investment. We were particularly pleased to collaborate with the IAEA and other financial institutions that are committed to their proper application, particularly in the area of nuclear energy safety," emphasized Gerardo Parco, Acting Director for Sustainable Development and Climate Change at the OPEC Fund for International Development.

“This workshop demonstrated how the EBRD can leverage the IAEA’s expertise and experience to support countries in developing nuclear energy in a safe and sustainable manner, while ensuring investor confidence,” said Debbie Cousins, Director of Operations in the Environment and Sustainability Department at the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development. “Building on the IAEA’s more than 30 years of experience in 170 member states, we can develop a robust approach to ESG risk management that benefits operators and regulators, host countries, and investors alike. The EBRD looks forward to further strengthening this partnership as a model for responsible support of nuclear energy by multilateral development banks.”

The seminar marked a transition to a more coordinated collaboration. During the discussions, interest was also expressed in holding similar events at the regional level, as developing countries are seeing growing demand for nuclear technology.

"The seminar provided a unique opportunity to gain a detailed understanding of nuclear safety, waste management, emergency response, and related areas," noted Ki Young Nam, Lead Energy Economist at the Asian Development Bank. "Given its relevance and practical significance, holding a similar seminar for the Asian Development Bank would be highly beneficial for further strengthening nuclear energy programs in the Asia-Pacific region."

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Congratulations to the leading and young scientists of the university!

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RUDN University held a gala ceremony to present its annual Science and Innovation Award. Four university scientists were awarded the prize: Dmitry Kucher, Olga Lomakina, Konstantin Gomonov, and Vyacheslav Begishev.

The award dates back to 2006. Initially, it was called the Academic Council Prize for Active Research, and in 2009, it acquired the status of a university prize in science and innovation. In 2024, the competition terms were updated: for the first time, two categories were introduced: "Leading Scientists" and "Young Scientists" (previously, young researchers received a separate grant). Each category will award one winner in the "Natural and Technical Sciences" category and one winner in the "Social Sciences and Humanities" category.

The prize is awarded by secret ballot for a set of scientific results:

For outstanding achievements of a theoretical or applied nature; for the results of research that have made a significant contribution to the development of the natural, technical, social and humanitarian sciences; for the development of new equipment and progressive technologies that ensure innovative development of the economy and social sphere.

The laureates are authors of high-level publications, textbooks and monographs, leaders in attracting external funding, creating and commercializing the results of intellectual activity (RIA), and executors of grants from major scientific foundations.

Let's take a closer look at this year's winners.

Category "Leading Scientists"

Natural and technical sciences

Dmitry Evgenievich Kucher is a candidate of technical sciences and associate professor at the Department of Rational Nature Management at the Institute of Ecology.

Regalia: Corresponding Member of the Russian Ecological Academy and the Russian Academy of Quality; Member of the Russian Geographical Society; Honored Builder of the Moscow Region.

Positions: Director of the Scientific Center for Research, Integrated Design, and Development of Urban and Agricultural Sectors; Senior Researcher at the Institute of Ecology; Deputy Head of the Greenhouse Gas Verification and Validation Authority.

Research area: environmental safety, risk management, geoecology.

Achievements: Author of over 200 publications, two patents, and three databases. Leader in the commercialization of RIAs at RUDN University in 2023. Winner of the "Best Lecturer at RUDN University" competition (3rd place) in 2025. Regular moderator of the RUDN University conference on sustainable development goals (section on sustainable urban development). Over the past five years, under Dmitry Evgenievich's leadership, more than 30 R&D projects have been completed, raising approximately 33 million rubles, and RIAs worth over 3 million rubles have been commercialized.

Scientific development:

Dmitry Evgenievich developed a risk-oriented organizational management system that includes a full cycle of risk identification, classification, quantitative assessment, and ranking, followed by the implementation of mitigation measures and effectiveness monitoring.

The scientist substantiated the concept of "acceptable risk" as key to risk management and the implementation of the precautionary principle. He proposed his own typology of human attitudes toward risk (11 types) and, for the first time, combined "pure" risks (life, health, ecology) and speculative risks (finance, management, personnel, quality) into a single model.

The approach is applicable to developing regulations and metrics, training personnel, determining funding priorities, and making engineering and organizational decisions. The key benefit is improving the actual safety of crowded facilities and the sustainability of management decisions.

Social Sciences and Humanities

Olga Valentinovna Lomakina is a Doctor of Philological Sciences and Professor of the Department of Foreign Languages at the Faculty of Philology.

Research area: phraseology, paremiology, linguistic axiology.

Achievements: Author of over 270 scientific publications, a recognized leader in the field of linguistics, guest editor of Scopus journals, recipient of honorary certificates from the Rector of RUDN University and a letter of gratitude from the Ministry of Education of the Russian Federation. Since 2015, Olga Valentinovna has led an international paremiological seminar, bringing together researchers from various countries.

Scientific development:

Olga Lomakina, as part of a research group, presented paremiology as a distinct branch of linguistics studying minor genres of folklore. Her fundamental contribution is embodied in a trilogy of works: "Paremiology in Discourse," "Paremiology Without Borders," and "Paremiology at the Crossroads of Languages and Cultures." The scholar proposed a theory of axioparemiology based on a description of the value constants and value variables of supra-word units in natural languages. Her research papers are devoted to the multi-paradigmatic study of stable units in different languages, exploring how the value system of an entire people is reflected in proverbs and sayings.

The uniqueness of this approach lies in its multifaceted nature: the paremiological space of language is presented as an expanded text, allowing for a deeper understanding of a specific linguistic culture. This is not simply a study of the text, but a deciphering of the cultural code through the unity and diversity of the value orientations of a multiethnic society.

Category "Young Scientists"

Natural and technical sciences

Vyacheslav Olegovich Begishev is a Doctor of Technical Sciences and Associate Professor at the Department of Probability Theory and Cybersecurity at the Institute of Computer Science and Telecommunications (Faculty of Physics, Mathematics and Natural Sciences).

Research area: 5G/5G/6G wireless communication networks.

Achievements: Manager and executor of grants from the Russian Science Foundation, author of over 30 articles in leading international journals, including TOP-1% and TOP-5% (Scopus) publications over the past 5 years. Member of dissertation councils at RUDN University and MIPT, regular reviewer of prestigious first- and second-quartile scientific journals, author of two books, three textbooks on 5G/6G communication networks, and six research papers.

Scientific development:

Vyacheslav Begishev has developed a technology that ensures stable, high-speed wireless communication even when the user is moving or holding the device. For the end user, this means stable and uninterrupted data transmission, reduced power consumption, and the ability to use new services (VR/AR, cloud computing, telemedicine) on future mobile networks.

The technology enables early detection of potential radio channel blockage (for example, by a person or moving objects) and automatic switching to an alternative beam or base station before the connection is lost. The probability of connection loss is reduced from 30% to 5%.

The scientist developed algorithms for proactive blocking detection, intelligent beamforming control, and machine-learning-based user application identification methods. The proposed solutions were implemented and experimentally validated on a prototype 6G communication channel with an operating frequency of up to 156 GHz and a data transfer rate of up to 12 Gbps.

The development's uniqueness lies in its integrated approach, which combines mathematical modeling, methods of queuing theory, stochastic geometry, and machine learning with experimental verification on a real 6G system prototype.

Social Sciences and Humanities

Konstantin Gennadievich Gomonov is a candidate of economic sciences and associate professor at the Department of Economic and Mathematical Modeling at the Faculty of Economics.

Research area: sustainable development, circular economy, energy efficient technologies.

Achievements: Leader and implementer of six research projects, including a grant from the Russian Science Foundation and a grant from the President of the Russian Federation. Author of over 40 scientific papers, including publications in first- and second-quartile journals, as well as a monograph.

Scientific developments:

Konstantin Gomonov has created a comprehensive set of tools for assessing and forecasting the development of the circular economy and hydrogen energy:

A hierarchical system of 22 comprehensive indicators for assessing the circular economy. Allows you to objectively measure and compare the level of development of the circular economy in different countries and regions, identify lagging areas and priorities for government policy.
Software tools in Python with integration of EXIOBASE and Eurostat databases. Automates complex circular transformation efficiency calculations, ensures reproducible results, and accelerates change monitoring.
Dynamic clustering of countries using machine learning to identify typological groups according to the level of development of the circular economy and tracking their evolution. Allows countries to define their position and adopt best practices.
Hybrid model for assessing the environmental and economic efficiency of hydrogen technologies (DEA + LCA + VSD). Provides a multi-criteria assessment of hydrogen production process chains taking into account environmental, economic and social aspects.
Methodology for predicting the dynamics of green hydrogen cost reduction based on learning curves. Helps determine when to achieve cost competitiveness with traditional energy sources.
A model for assessing the potential for price competitiveness of green hydrogen in the domestic market of the Russian Federation. Identifies key competitive factors for targeted industry support.
A system of integral indicators for evaluating hydrogen projects with a software product. Provides a standardized assessment based on six groups of criteria, taking into account positive externalities.
Taxonomy of tools for stimulating the production of low-carbon hydrogen in the EAEU countries with a selection algorithm. Systematizes state support measures and offers a methodology for selecting effective instruments, taking into account the specifics of the EAEU.

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