Developing the Drugs of the Future: A Strategic Partnership between Polytechnic University and ARTSELLENS

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A signing ceremony for a memorandum of strategic partnership with the Russian biotechnology company ARTSELLENS was held at St. Petersburg Polytechnic University. Ilya Bardin-Denisov, CEO of ARTSELLENS LLC, and Yuri Fomin, Vice-Rector for Research at SPbPU, attended the ceremony.

The primary goal of the partnership is the joint development of an advanced technological platform for the creation of RNA-based therapeutics. This platform will enable the rapid development of highly effective drugs against a wide range of socially significant diseases.

The collaboration between the industrial partner and the research center will enable the use of the Polytechnic University's existing facilities not only for development but also for preclinical animal studies, while pilot production will be established at the Technopolis Moscow site. ARTSELLENS will be responsible for bringing the developed drugs to the clinical trial stage, their registration, and subsequent market launch in Russia and the EAEU.

Ilya Bardin-Denisov, CEO of ARTSELLENS, noted: "The signing of this memorandum marks an important step in expanding our portfolio through the use of innovative RNA-based technologies. Synergy with one of the country's leading research centers will enable us to utilize the full scientific and technical potential of this leading research center to develop effective, safe, and, importantly, affordable medications. The use of digital approaches will significantly reduce the time and costs of expensive development stages and preclinical trials, eliminating obviously unsuccessful options. We are investing not just in research, but in the creation of next-generation products."

Ceremony participants agreed that collaboration between business and science facilitates the solution of complex scientific and technological problems, and accelerates the development and availability of innovative medicines for Russian patients.

For our university, this partnership is an opportunity to apply our powerful scientific and technical expertise in biotechnology to address practical national healthcare challenges. The joint project with ARTSELLENS aims to create a fully-fledged national platform that will open up new opportunities for quickly responding to the challenges posed by the emergence of new diseases, added Yuri Fomin, Vice-Rector for Research at SPbPU.

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Stage IV of the "Robot Battle" is coming soon: join the broadcast!

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On November 1, the 4th stage of the international championship "Battle of Robots" will take place at the Yekaterinburg-EXPO International Exhibition Center.

Twenty-eight teams from Belarus, India, China, and Russia, including representatives from leading universities in our country, will take to the arena in the final qualifying round. Sixteen teams will compete in the "Robot Battle" event in the 110 kg weight category, and 12 will compete in the "Mini-Robot Battle" event in the 1.5 kg weight category.

The competition program is divided into daytime and evening sections. The daytime session includes the opening ceremony and the first bouts, while the second session includes the continuation of the competition and the finals. Each section will begin with a prologue show.

You can watch the "Robot Battle" live. The broadcast of the previous stages has already been viewed by over 14 million people.

Previous stages of the championship took place in the Perm, Moscow, and Leningrad regions. Eighty-four teams from across the globe participated, of which only 24 will meet in the final to compete for the 2025 championship title. By order of the Russian government, the championship will be held annually starting in 2023. The Ministry of Digital Development, Communications, and Mass Media of the Russian Federation is coordinating the preparation and implementation of the championship.

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We'd like to take to the skies: the GUU team is mastering the field of unmanned aerial systems.

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From September 30 to October 29, young scientists from our university are taking a course on unmanned systems, where they are learning not only how to operate drones but also how to design the technologies of tomorrow.

The continuing professional education program brought together colleagues from the Engineering Project Management Center, the Scientific Research Coordination Office, faculty, and graduate students of the State University of Management. Young employees are mastering three specialties: unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) operator, unmanned aerial system (UAS) operation specialist, and UAV monitoring specialist.

The first stage of the training was theory. Alexander Makrushen, Deputy Head of Engineering Projects at MEO LLC, introduced the audience to legislation and key documents in the field of UAS, the design features of flying drones, their aerodynamics, and classification. A separate section was devoted to the history of unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) technology development in Russia and around the world—from the first experiments to modern industrial solutions.

Practical training takes place at the Moscow State Pedagogical University's Institute of Digital Education. Under the guidance of instructor Konstantin Ivankin, participants master UAV piloting skills, from training in flight simulators to actual flights on a specially equipped indoor platform.

Course participants learn how to submit UAV registration applications and flight operations, create pre-flight and post-flight inspection checklists, and configure and calibrate equipment. They also explore the design and electronics of drones using a working quadcopter as an example. Furthermore, the course incorporates elements of machine learning and artificial intelligence, as well as software development for navigation systems, motion control, automatic UAV landing, and target acquisition and retention.

It's worth noting that the State University of Management is actively developing research in this area. These include a major research project in the agricultural sector, the ABRIS project within the framework of the RosGeoTech Scientific and Educational School, and a youth laboratory for digital and intelligent technologies.

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Star Forum at Sirius: Polytechnic University Recognizes Young Astronomers' Talents

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The Sirius Federal Territory in Sochi has become a magnet for young astronomers from around the world. The 4th Open International Astronomy Olympiad was held there, bringing together schoolchildren from more than 15 countries.

Hussein Ali Krayani, a senior lecturer in the Department of Higher Mathematics at the Institute of Mathematics and Management and a teacher of supplementary education at the Higher School of International Education at St. Petersburg Polytechnic University, participated in the event. This is his third time serving on the international jury of the Olympiad.

Hussein Ali Krayani graded the work of the participants, who competed in four rounds: theoretical, practical, observation, and blitz. All assignments were completed in English.

In addition to his intense work on the jury, the Polytechnic University senior lecturer actively participated in the rich cultural program. One of the most memorable moments was the tree-planting ceremony in the Sochi Olympic Park, where Hussein Ali Krayani, on behalf of the entire judging panel, planted a tree, leaving a symbolic mark on the history of the Olympics.

Being a member of the jury of such a large-scale Olympiad is not only a great responsibility but also a unique opportunity to contribute to the development of the international scientific community. Seeing the sparkle in the eyes of talented students from all over the world is the best reward," shared Hussein Ali Krayani.

The participation of Polytechnic University faculty as experts in such world-class events underscores the university's high status and its contribution to identifying and supporting young talent in science and education.

Dmitry Arsenyev, SPbPU Vice-Rector for International Affairs, noted the importance of this format of participation: "Such events are not only a test of knowledge but also a crucial tool for building international scientific and educational dialogue. It is a great honor for the Polytechnic University to contribute to the jury of such a prestigious Olympiad."

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Education as the Engineering of the Future: Gazpromneft-Polytech Scientific and Educational Center Creates a New Generation of Specialists

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A communication session between Gazprom Neft universities and partners was held in Moscow. A key part of the discussion was mechanisms for strengthening research collaboration between educational institutions and industry-specific companies. The Polytechnic University was represented at the event by Dmitry Bogdanov, Director of the Gazpromneft-Polytechnic Scientific and Educational Center, and Inga Shustik, Chief Specialist at the Scientific and Educational Center. Shustik delivered a strategic presentation, presenting the educational program and outlining the philosophy behind personnel training, where each element is structured as an engineering system.

Over its 11 years of operation, the REC has created an educational ecosystem. As the speaker emphasized, the line between academic knowledge and practical application has been blurred. The center's engineers also serve as student mentors, and completed projects serve as case studies.

We prepare students for work by immediately immersing them in real production processes, Inga Shustik outlined our approach.

Events like these are an opportunity to receive feedback from the industry. We see a growing demand for specialists who can work at the intersection of disciplines. Our goal is to create an environment where theory is immediately reinforced by practice. This approach allows graduates to join companies as specialists, not interns, noted Dmitry Bogdanov.

The presentation focused on the Master's program "Mathematical Modeling of Oil and Gas Production Processes." According to Inga Shustik, this is not just an educational track, but a "social elevator" into the profession. 70 percent of students find employment at the REC while still studying, and 80% of graduates remain within Gazprom Neft.

Inga Shustik also discussed innovative courses in detail. The two-semester course "Fundamentals of Digital Engineering" includes theory and practice with generative neural networks, optimization methods, and real-world production challenges.

We teach students not just how to use AI, but how it changes the entire value chain—from exploration to production,” the speaker explained.

Of particular importance in the training of specialists is the participation of undergraduate and graduate students in the KNTN-3 project "Artificial Intelligence for Solving Cross-Industry Problems" under the leadership of Ivan Zhdanov as part of the Priority 2030 program, where they are working on the creation of a software platform for the automation of seismic data processing.

As part of the educational track, students are already solving modern projects.

Creation of PINN models for pressure prediction Development of transformers for GIS data interpretation Generative models for geological and geophysical data analysis

This integration of education, science, and production creates the basis for Russia's technological sovereignty in the oil and gas industry.

Our graduates join companies not as interns, but as fully-fledged specialists, ready to solve complex engineering problems, the speaker concluded.

The presented model demonstrates how modern education can become a driver of change in traditional industries, creating a talent pool for future technological leadership.

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Polytechnic University invites you to the Mechanical Engineering competition of the I Am a Professional student Olympiad.

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Registration of students for participation in the 9th season of the All-Russian Student Olympiad is ongoing. "I am a professional"— draft presidential platform "Russia is a land of opportunity"This is a unique opportunity to test your skills in any of over 70 fields, find a team of like-minded individuals, attend educational forums, and join a community of true professionals. And if you win, you'll receive a large cash prize and the opportunity to enroll in a master's program without taking entrance exams.

The All-Russian Student Olympiad "I Am a Professional" brings together the most talented students and promotes professionalism as a value. The Olympiad is supported by the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation. It is part of the national project "Youth and Children," launched by decision of Russian President Vladimir Putin. The project promotes the development of a patriotic, highly moral, and responsible generation, and ensures the country's sovereignty, competitiveness, and development.

Students from Russian universities studying in any field—medical, agricultural, natural sciences, engineering, and humanities—are eligible to apply. Participants will complete practice-oriented tasks developed by leading universities in collaboration with the Olympiad's industrial partners.

Registration will last for website until November 11.

The university's involvement in the Olympiad demonstrates its focus on results. The practice-oriented tasks meet the needs of the state and employers, which directly increases graduate employment. "Every tenth university in the country is already participating in the Olympiad," emphasized Olga Petrova, Deputy Minister of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation.

In 2025/2026, "I Am a Professional" will cover 70 subject areas, from geography and design to nuclear physics and artificial intelligence. St. Petersburg Polytechnic University is organizing the competition in the "Mechanical Engineering" track. The new season will feature industrial and academic tourism events. Students will be able to visit the sites of the organizing and co-organizing universities in various regions, as well as manufacturing and industrial facilities—civil aviation plants, nuclear power plants, and mining and processing plants—and also observe the work of research centers and laboratories.

Our instructors have prepared engaging tasks for students that will allow them to gain a fresh perspective on mechanical engineering and gain engaging experience solving real-world production cases. Last year, the undergraduate finals for our track were held at the Russian power engineering company Power Machines. Representatives from ten Russian universities gathered there. The students saw the impressive production facilities of our industrial partner and were impressed. I am confident that this year's final competition will also be top-notch! We invite everyone to join the community of professionals and register for the Olympiad," noted Vitaly Drobchik, Advisor to the SPbPU Rector's Office and organizer of the Olympiad at the Polytechnic University.

The project brings together young people who are strengthening Russia's technological leadership: they work for leading companies, develop their own initiatives, and engage in scientific research. In the ninth season, Olympiad participants will be included in the national talent pool "I am a Professional."

The "I Am a Professional" Olympiad is one of the first projects of the presidential platform "Russia – Land of Opportunity." It's more than just a competition, it's a true social boost for young people: nearly one and a half million students were able to realize their potential, enroll in master's programs without additional challenges, find like-minded people, and build successful careers. We're especially proud that our participants don't just seize opportunities, but create them for others—they become mentors, develop social and educational projects, and contribute to the development of their home regions. In its ninth season, the Olympiad will cover a wide range of topics: from geography and design to nuclear physics and artificial intelligence. Participants will be included in the national "I Am a Professional" talent pool. "I am confident that the new season will be a career launchpad for students and help them become part of a large community of professionals," said Andrey Betin, CEO of the presidential platform "Russia – Land of Opportunity" and Rector of the Senezh Management Workshop.

Participants who complete the selection round tasks will have the opportunity to complete an internship and begin their professional career with leading Russian employers. Project diploma holders will receive preferential treatment when applying for the next level of education, and medalists will receive cash bonuses of up to 300,000 rubles.

Registration will last until November 11th.official website of the OlympiadThe qualifying round will take place from November 14 to December 1. Finals by category will be held from February to April, and the results will be announced in June.

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The 3rd Eurasian Network University Forum: The rector of the State University of Management presented the results of our university's work in the EAEU.

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Vladimir Stroyev, Rector of the State University of Management, spoke at the 3rd Forum of the scientific and educational consortium "Eurasian Network University" (ENU), which took place in the Kyrgyz city of Osh.

The large-scale ESU forum, whose secretariat has been located at the State University of Management since its inception, was held at Osh State University (OshSU) and the B. Sydykov Kyrgyz-Uzbek International University, bringing together heads of ministries and agencies, rectors of leading universities, representatives of businesses, international organizations, and the expert community from the Eurasian Economic Union.

Osh State University Rector Kudaiberdi Kojobekov opened the event, emphasizing the importance of the forum as an effective mechanism for integrating education, science, and business in the Eurasian region. Nurlan Omurov, Deputy Minister of Science and Higher Education of the Kyrgyz Republic; Talant Arstankulov, Deputy Plenipotentiary Representative of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic in Osh Oblast; and Dmitry Avram, Deputy Head of the Rossotrudnichestvo Representative Office in the Kyrgyz Republic and Director of the Russian House in Osh, also addressed the participants with welcoming remarks.

Deputy Minister of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation Konstantin Mogilevsky, State Secretary of the Union State of Russia and Belarus and Professor at the State University of Management Sergey Glazyev, Director of the Department of Macroeconomic Policy of the Eurasian Economic Commission Alexey Vedev, and Director of the Department of Multilateral Humanitarian Cooperation and Cultural Relations of the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs Alexander Alimov joined the event via video link.

Following the welcoming remarks, a plenary session was held, moderated by Dmitry Bryukhanov, Vice-Rector of the State University of Management and Head of the ESU Secretariat. Presentations were made by representatives of the Russian State Duma and the Ministry of Education and Science, sectoral ministries and agencies from Russia and the Kyrgyz Republic, and the rectors of ESU member universities.

In the plenary session, reports were presented by:

Vladimir Sipyagin, First Deputy Chairman of the State Duma Committee on Science and Higher Education; Aleksey Poyda, First Secretary of the Russian Embassy in the Kyrgyz Republic, representative of the Russian Ministry of Education and Science; Dmitry Repnikov, Chairman of the Expert Council for International Cooperation under the State Duma Committee on Science and Higher Education; Mikhail Shvetsov, Rector of Mari State University, and Mikhail Petropavlovsky, Advisor to the Rector; Gulnaz Supayeva, Rector of M. Ryskulbekov Kyrgyz University of Economics; Igor Alekseev, Rector of V. N. Tatishchev Astrakhan State University.

At the plenary session, Vladimir Stroyev, Rector of our university, presented the results of our collaboration with partners in the Eurasian Economic Union and the University of Management's experience in implementing continuing professional education programs in the EAEU.

Thus, in 2022, the State University of Management was one of the initiators of the Eurasian Network University (ENU) research and education consortium, which has already united 38 universities from seven Eurasian countries. One of the priority areas of our university's cooperation with EAEU universities within the ENU consortium is the development and implementation of advanced training and continuing professional education (CPE) programs aimed at training qualified personnel from government agencies, enterprises, and businesses in EAEU countries. In 2024 alone, GUU developed and offered 17 such programs, with 324 quotas allocated by Rossotrudnichestvo. This year, more than 190 people have already joined the educational sessions.

"Reviews show a particularly high interest in such educational programs in the EAEU countries, largely due to the absence of a language barrier. I am confident that the implementation of such projects will help develop a new generation of managers in the EAEU region, operating based on specifically developed competencies and practical skills in building international economic cooperation," our rector concluded.

One of the forum's key outcomes was the initiative to establish the EAEU Center for Innovative Technologies, an association of scientists, engineers, and entrepreneurs, aimed at supporting applied research, implementing technology projects, and developing cooperation between universities and businesses. The organizers emphasized that the results of the main Eurasian educational dialogue will form the basis for a new roadmap for integration in education and science through 2030.

The consortium's events concluded with a tour of the Sulaiman-Too historical and archaeological complex and a series of working meetings for the participants.

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Financial news: 10/22/2025, 4-5 PM (Moscow time) the lower boundary of the price corridor and the market risk assessment range for the SLV/RUB currency pair were changed.

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In accordance with the Methodology for Determining Risk Parameters of the Foreign Exchange Market and Precious Metals Market of Moscow Exchange PJSC by the National Clearing Center (JSC) on October 22, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM (Moscow time), the lower limit of the price corridor (up to RUB 142.78 in the TOD settlement mode) and the market risk assessment range (up to RUB 131.4437, equivalent to a 21.6% rate) for the SLV/RUB currency pair were changed. New values are available. Here.

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Financial news: 22.10.2025, 14-39 (Moscow time) the values of the lower boundary of the price corridor and the range for assessing market risks for the SLV/RUB currency pair were changed.

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In accordance with the Methodology for Determining Risk Parameters of the Foreign Exchange Market and Precious Metals Market of Moscow Exchange PJSC by the National Clearing Center (JSC) on October 22, 2025, 2:39 PM (Moscow time), the lower limit of the price corridor (up to RUB 148.31 in the TOD settlement mode) and the market risk assessment range (up to RUB 136.9764, equivalent to an 18.3% rate) for the SLV/RUB currency pair were changed. The new values are available. Here.

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A RUDN University environmental student received an award from Norilsk Nickel in the "Creators" category.

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Ekaterina Kostenko, a third-year student at the RUDN University Institute of Ecology (major in "Energy and Resource-Saving Processes in Chemical Engineering, Petrochemistry, and Biotechnology"), received an award in the "Creators" category from Norilsk Nickel. The company recognizes the leaders of its "People of the Territory" social capital development program: those who make a real difference in the lives of people and cities.

Our student dreamed of working at Norilsk Nickel since high school, and began internships there during her first year. We spoke with Ekaterina to learn how she became involved in community service, the company's projects she's participated in, and her plans for the future.

How did you get involved in social activism, and how long have you been involved? What motivated you?

I became involved in community service in the seventh grade, after retiring from professional sports. At first, I just wanted to keep myself busy. Only later did I realize what a great opportunity it was for development and building a future career.

Tell us more about your achievements in receiving the Norilsk Nickel "Creators" award.

For seven years, I participated in all of the company's social and charitable projects. Over time, I became the organizer of several of them. Among my favorite projects, I'd like to highlight "Peremena," which helps schoolchildren choose a career and discover their talents.

Did your academic focus intersect with the projects you participated in? Did the knowledge and skills you gained at RUDN University help you in your social work?

Enrolling in the ecology program at RUDN University allowed me to integrate environmental initiatives into company projects and, through my own example, help schoolchildren choose their careers. Also, being a student monitor at the university really helped me develop my leadership skills, which I actively use in my work.

What was your most memorable moment at the awards ceremony? How did you feel when you received the award?

The entire ceremony took the form of an immersive performance, featuring the nominees' real-life stories. The most memorable moment was the story of an entrepreneur who built his own sports center when it was practically impossible in his hometown. As he accepted the award, one thought pervaded his mind: "It was all worth it. I'm truly making a contribution to the development of my home region and the people who live there!"

What are your future plans? Do you have any ideas for new projects, perhaps related to your future professional work in ecology?

I'd like to further develop the company's environmental projects. For example, the environmental marathon "Poneslos," where employees and their families work on greening the area, promoting environmental education, and studying biodiversity in the Far North.

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