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Russian Deputy Prime Minister and Polytechnic University graduate Vitaly Savelyev became the thirteenth guest of the discussion club. "The floor is yours!" project "Lepota".

The Semenov Hall was over 100 percent full. First, Vitaly Gennadievich was congratulated on being awarded the title of Honorary Doctor of SPbPU: the mantle presentation ceremony took place on the same day, two hours earlier.

Vitaly Savelyev graduated from the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering at the M. I. Kalinin Leningrad Polytechnic Institute in 1977, specializing in mechanical engineering for construction and road machinery and equipment. After ten years of engineering experience, he received a second degree from the Leningrad Engineering and Economics Institute, earning a PhD in economics.

He worked on the construction of the Sayano-Shushenskaya Hydroelectric Power Plant, rising from a commissioning engineer to the manager of the All-Union Trust "Sevzapmetallurgmontazh" (Sevzapmetallurgmontazh) of the USSR Ministry of Construction and Special Construction. He also worked for large commercial organizations, including Deputy Minister of Economic Development and Trade of the Russian Federation and CEO of PJSC Aeroflot. In 2020, he was appointed Minister of Transport of the Russian Federation. On May 14, 2024, he was appointed Deputy Prime Minister of the Russian Federation. That same year, he became the Special Representative of the President of Russia for the Development of the North-South International Transport Corridor.

At a meeting with Polytechnic University students and staff, Vitaly Savelyev gave a short lecture on the construction of high-speed highways in Russia and on future technologies such as magnetic levitation (maglev) and vacuum travel (Hyperloop). He emphasized that today's students will be working with these technologies. Afterward, Vitaly Gennadyevich answered questions from the audience and offered some valuable advice.

After graduating from the Polytechnic University, you rose through the ranks from an engineer to high-ranking government positions. What principles and inner values helped you along the way?

— For me, maintaining balance has always been fundamental. In everything you're building now—your body, your health, sports—and I played a lot of sports at university. And secondly, you need to constantly learn. You have to constantly push yourself, never let yourself slack off. You should have a professional hobby. It distracts you, gives you a different perspective on what you're doing. I was a professional photographer; I was the Nikon ambassador in Russia. I still shoot, and I find time on Sundays. Yesterday, I was out for a walk with my eldest son, and I was photographing autumn Moscow. You have to be able to distract yourself. I teach this to my children too; I have three (applause), and I also have four grandchildren (applause). You have to always be balanced. That's the most important thing.

— Vitaly Gennadievich, what sports did you do?

— I'm a candidate for Master of Sports of the USSR in boxing (applause). I was a two-time Burevestnik champion and a prize winner of the Leningrad student championship. But it's important to keep your mind in shape, not just your body. If you don't develop it, it starts to deteriorate. I picked up my latest hobby after COVID. In my spare time, I'm learning pi. I can recite the first 376 digits from memory. So there has to be something that motivates you to keep doing something. Brains are trained like muscles—believe me. If you maintain balance, you'll succeed. You're studying at one of the best universities. I've always been and remain proud to have graduated from the Polytechnic University. My teachers and mentors, Vladimir Vachaganovich Badalov and Albert Yakovlevich Bashkarev, are here in the audience today. The foundation you learn at university lasts a lifetime. You are now being imbued with knowledge, taught things that will definitely be useful in life. Your teachers are developing you and teaching you how to think.

— How will high-speed transport impact regional development and tourism?

"One of the key parameters of quality of life is mobility. That's why the construction of high-speed roads creates significant opportunities for regional development."

— If students have ideas for high-speed transportation technologies, such as autonomous vehicle repairs, where can they apply?

"Nobody considers ideas directly. But ideas can be patented and obtain a copyright certificate. Another option is to publish an article in a professional publication, and you'll definitely be found if the idea is innovative. We monitor all publications in our industry."

— What are the environmental advantages and disadvantages of high-speed transport, and how is automation of traffic on the line ensured?

"A high-speed railway will have an even greater environmental impact than an airplane. Airlines generally operate on clean kerosene, and air pollution is less than two percent per year globally. You're absolutely right to ask how safety will be ensured, since the project calls for trains to run at 15-minute intervals; maintaining such a discrete interval is impossible without automation. Several institutes are working on this issue. We must achieve this; this is our technological sovereignty."

— Why are you focusing on high-speed rail instead of promoting airspace, given that air transport is considered safer?

"An airplane can't always compensate for the train. Yes, Moscow-St. Petersburg flights fly every 15 minutes, 70 flights a day. But how will you land in Tver? In Veliky Novgorod?"

— Given your successful experience as a manager, what key principles of process management can you highlight?

Management is the art of achieving results through your subordinates. You need to set goals so that employees achieve at least 4% of the desired results. If you accept their lack of accomplishment and do it yourself, you've lost. You should never do anything for your subordinates. There are several important functions. The main one is planning. It binds. If you set a date, that's it, you're its hostage; explaining why you didn't complete it by the deadline will be difficult. Sometimes you've planned everything, but 20 minutes later the conditions change. That's when the "regulation" function comes in. Once you've adjusted the process, the control function appears. You must constantly monitor your subordinates. Finally, the function of analysis and reaching a new level is new planning. You make adjustments to the plan. If you work like this, I guarantee you'll be successful. I read about this when I was starting my career, I still use it, and I always say: there are no unsolvable problems, only complex solutions.

At the end of the meeting, Vitaly Savelyev received a branded Lepota project T-shirt with the lucky number thirteen as a gift.

"I love this number!" Vitaly Gennadievich rejoiced. "I had a car with the license plate number 13 and an apartment number 13." And on the second T-shirt, which remained at the Polytechnic University, the hero of the evening signed a wish for everyone good luck.

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The 12th Artificial Intelligence Seminar was held at Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University. The heads of the KNTN-3 project, "Artificial Intelligence for Solving Cross-Industry Problems," presented interim research results. Students, faculty, and researchers interested in this topic also participated in the seminar.

KNTN-3 is one of three key scientific and technological areas dedicated to the creation of digital platform solutions for multimodal data analysis (in accordance with the SPbPU Development Strategy to 2030). The area is led by Yuri Fomin, Chief Designer and Vice-Rector for Research at SPbPU.

At the seminar, Irina Anikina, Associate Professor at the St. Petersburg Polytechnic University School of Nuclear and Thermal Energy and Head of the "Flexible Power Plant Equipment Lifecycle Management System Using Predictive Analytics Tools" project, presented a prototype of the system. The project involves developing self-parameterizing digital twins of thermal power plants (TPPs)—dynamically updated models that take into account the actual condition of the equipment, its degradation, and technological limitations. This enables analyzing trends in key parameters reflecting equipment degradation and transitioning from planned to predictive maintenance. The combination of physical models (digital twins) and neural network approaches (a multilayer autoencoder based on LSTM and Transformer) overcomes the shortcomings of each method individually and improves the accuracy of anomaly prediction.

Digital twins have already been developed for six combined heat and power plants in the Northwest region, and neural network technologies have been tested on a PGU-450T combined cycle gas turbine unit, processing 536 parameters in real time. This has enabled a reliable assessment of the current condition of the equipment and reduced the risk of unscheduled repairs.

The developers' plans for 2026–2027 include registering software as a result of intellectual activity (RIA), implementing the system at TGK-1 facilities, developing functionality in the system for optimizing repair schedules for power equipment, and expanding the event library for automatic equipment defect detection.

The project's preliminary results already demonstrate the effectiveness of integrating machine learning and digital twins to generate recommendations for managing energy infrastructure assets, directly impacting their reliability and performance.

Daniil Miroshnichenko, a specialist at the Gazpromneft-Polytech Scientific and Educational Center, presented the interim results of the project "Automation of Seismic Data Processing Using ANN" to seminar participants. The project manager is Ivan Zhdanov, Chief Engineer of the Laboratory for Digital Modeling of Underground Oil and Gas Reservoirs and Well-Test Analysis. The researchers developed algorithms based on Transformer-type architectures and convolutional neural networks. These solutions automate routine operations (such as seismogram interpolation and noise filtering), which traditionally require significant time and highly qualified specialists. This will help reduce the processing time and free up geophysicists' resources for more complex interpretation tasks.

Marina Bolsunovskaya, head of the Industrial Stream Data Processing Systems laboratory at the SPbPU Advanced Engineering School "Digital Engineering" and project manager for the "Digital Platform for Transport Systems Data Analysis Using Hybrid Artificial Intelligence" project, presented the universal digital platform "POLANIS" and a hybrid AI optimizer for transport systems at the seminar.

The universal POLANIS platform and ecosystem enables the integration of computing modules, calculation version management, input data configuration, and results analysis through customizable dashboards. The platform serves as the foundation for creating digital models in transportation, industry, and other fields. The platform and optimizer enable the transition to predictive management of transportation systems, coordinated infrastructure development, and the implementation of highly automated modes of transport.

The seminar confirmed that our strategy is working. We are moving from theory to real systems. Digital twins of thermal power plants, neural networks for geologists, AI optimizers for transport—these are no longer prototypes, but tools that are changing approaches in energy, mining, and logistics. The strength lies in hybrid solutions, where physical models are enhanced by artificial intelligence. The results speak for themselves: higher accuracy, lower risks, and new opportunities. We're not just researching—we're creating a technological standard for industry," commented Yuri Fomin, Vice Rector for Research at SPbPU, on the seminar's results.

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The All-Russian scientific and practical conference "Formation and Development of Endowment Funds in Educational and Scientific Organizations: Theory and Practice" was held at Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University. It brought together over 200 participants from across Russia.

The conference was organized by the Polytechnic University with the support of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation, the St. Petersburg branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences, and the National Association of Endowments.

On the first day of the conference, leading experts and representatives from academia and business met to discuss current trends in endowment development. Elena Vinogradova, Chair of the Board of the SPbPU Endowment Fund and Director of the Department of Economics and Finance, moderated the plenary session.

Aslan Kanukoev, Director of the Department of Economic Policy and overseeing the development of this area, addressed the conference participants with a welcoming address on behalf of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation. Kanukoev emphasized the importance of establishing endowment funds as a long-term strategic tool for the sustainable development of educational and scientific organizations, as well as the relevance of a comprehensive approach to studying, developing, and improving management methods for such funds.

Maxim Pasholikov, Vice Rector for Information, Youth Policy, and Security, delivered welcoming remarks on behalf of the Polytechnic University: "It's gratifying that the Polytechnic University is hosting a scientific and practical conference dedicated to endowment funds. This is an important step—the university is not only participating in the development of a culture of philanthropy but also engaging in research into this phenomenon from a scientific perspective. I'm pleased to see young researchers in the audience who are choosing the topic of endowment funds for their term papers, theses, and dissertations. I am confident that this initiative will not only contribute to the development of a culture of philanthropy but also strengthen the connection between education, science, and society. The relevance of these issues today is difficult to overestimate.

The keynote presentations at the plenary session focused on the past, present, and future of endowments. Svetlana Lavrova, Advisor to the Rector of the European University on Financial and Economic Issues, Executive Director of the European University Foundation, and Chair of the Board of the National Institute of Economics (NAE), a leading expert on endowment funds not only in Russia but also internationally, delivered a report titled "Endowments in Russia and Globally: Status, Trends, and Development Prospects."

Svetlana Golovkina, Head of the Department of Economic Theory at the Institute of Mechanics, Economics, and Technology, introduced conference participants to the development of endowments in pre-revolutionary Russia. Many learned for the first time that the tradition of creating "perpetual deposits" originated in Tsarist Russia and served as an important tool for helping those in need. Beginning in 1902, the Polytechnic Institute (as the Polytechnic University was then known) paid stipends based on the interest earned on "perpetual deposits" established by the Ministry of Finance, the St. Petersburg Exchange Society, and the First Russian Insurance Company.

A report by Marina Borovskaya, President of Southern Federal University, Academician of the Russian Academy of Education, and Chair of the Council of Rectors of Southern Russia, emphasized the challenges of developing endowments: the need to expand mechanisms for forming endowments, including the use of intellectual property and proceeds from the commercialization of scientific research.

Following the plenary session, the conference continued in four sections. In the section "Endowment Funds: From Origins to Current Trends—History, Development, and Promotion Strategies" (moderated by Svetlana Golovkina, Head of the Department of Economic Theory at the Institute of Economics, Methodology, and Technology, and Artem Klinitsky, Associate Professor at the Higher School of Law and Forensic Expertise at the State University of Economics), participants were able to explore the evolution of endowment funds in Russian education from their origins to the present day.

The moderators of the "Legal Aspects of the Creation and Development of Endowments" session—Olga Novikova, Executive Director of the SPbPU Endowment Development Fund, and Irina Tolmacheva, Deputy Director of the Endowment Formation Fund "Foundation for the Development of Social and Economic Sciences and Education" and Director of Legal Affairs at the All-Russian Foreign Trade Academy of the Ministry of Economic Development of the Russian Federation—noted the participants' strong interest in issues related to legislation and its application to endowment funds. Real estate as a potential endowment asset became a hotly debated topic.

The section "Financial Strategies and Instruments for Forming Endowment Funds in Educational and Scientific Organizations in a Changing Macroeconomic and Regulatory Environment" (moderated by Yuri Kuporov, Associate Professor at the Higher School of Engineering and Economics at IPMEIT, and Anna Chizhova, Deputy General Director and Head of Corporate Clients at VIM Investments Management Company) examined passive and active strategies for managing university endowments, taking into account international experience and the possibility of contributing large equity stakes to university endowments. Financial models for their formation, along with economic and statistical verification of strategic decisions, were also presented.

Participants in the "Modern Fundraising Tools" section (moderated by Olga Kalinina, Director of the Higher School of Industrial Management at the Institute of Mechanics and Technology, and Elena Osipchukova, Deputy Director of the Center for Developing Partnerships with Alumni at the Ural Federal University named after the first President of Russia B.N. Yeltsin) discussed modern tools for replenishing endowments and current fundraising development trajectories. Elena Osipchukova also shared her experience engaging international UrFU graduates in endowment programs, while Marina Stupnikova, Director of the Endowment Fund at the National Research Nuclear University MEPhI, shared her experience developing the fundraising system at MEPhI.

At the end of the first day, a tour of the SPbPU History Museum was organized for external conference participants, led by the museum's director, Valery Klimov.

On the second day, the IPMET conference hosted a project session titled "Young People's Views on Endowments: Ideas That Work."

The event was organized by Olga Novikova, Executive Director of the SPbPU Endowment Fund, Maxim Ivanov, Deputy Director for Promising Projects and Youth Policy at the Institute of Economics, Management and Telecommunications, and Tamerlan Tuganov, Responsible for Work with Youth and Alumni at the Institute of Economics, Management and Telecommunications.

The session was attended by 15 student teams representing various SPbPU institutes: IPMEiT, IE, IKNK, IMMiT and IFKST, as well as student associations "SPbPU Case Club" and "SPbPU Business Club".

The students developed projects aimed at developing the university's endowment fund. The work focused on three key areas: the role of the endowment fund in student life, new approaches to communications and promotion, and the development of an active student and alumni community.

The students received expert advice. The best projects were distinguished by their originality and practical applicability. Following the session, the youth teams "IKNK Rabochiy" and "Kogda IMMiT?" received support from the SPbPU Endowment Fund to implement their projects. Three other teams—SPbPU Business Club, "Natalie" (IPMET), and "Sportiki" (IFKST)—were awarded diplomas and commemorative prizes for their creativity and high level of preparation.

The project session demonstrated that students have fresh ideas and a strong desire to participate in the university's development. The endowment fund is becoming an important unifying point for students, alumni, and all Polytechnic staff, opening up new opportunities for joint initiatives.

A new experience in holding conferences on endowments brought together the academic community, student bodies, and expert community. A dynamic two-day discussion among all participants identified key issues in this area and proposed ways to develop endowments in educational and scientific organizations, with the necessary involvement of young people.

Since 2025, the Ministry of Education and Science's "Priority 2030" program monitoring system has included an indicator for the effectiveness of endowment fundraising. This has given participating universities an additional incentive to develop alumni communities, partnerships, and other mechanisms for increasing endowment capital.

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The State University of Management reminds you that a new registration system for physical education classes and university teams has been in effect since this year.

Registration is now available on the SUM Digital Corps educational platform. To access, register using your corporate email address and fill out your personal account information.

Next, on the main page, select the "Student" section and proceed to the "Physical Education" course, where you'll find the schedule of classes and sections. Sign up for classes at a convenient time, attend the required number of hours, and receive credit.

Additionally, you can earn additional points by participating in events found in the "Events" section, passing standards at the State University of Management, or passing the GTO (Ready for Labor and Defense) tests at other institutions.

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The State University of Management invites students to participate in the "Above Dreams" scholarship educational program.

Students of financial, economic and mathematical specialties of full-time/part-time/evening forms of study from the third to sixth years inclusive, no older than 25 years of age with high academic potential are admitted to the selection.

The program was initiated by former partners of the investment company Troika Dialog (which became part of the Sberbank Group in 2012) with the goal of identifying and supporting young talent in the financial sector.

During their studies, students learn to apply theoretical knowledge in practice, broaden their horizons, and gain access to a platform for professional and personal growth.

Participation in the program involves a remote competitive selection process, which takes place in the format of a case championship.

Those who reach the finals will spend a week studying at the SKOLKOVO School of Management campus in Moscow. Classes are held during the student winter break. During this stage, participants will work on a real-world business problem provided by VTB Bank and attend lectures from renowned finance experts and senior managers from major companies.

Based on the program's results, the best graduates are offered preferential terms for internships at companies such as AVITO, ATON, Aspring Capital, D8, VTB, KEPT, Renaissance Capital, and others.

Registration for participants will be open until October 31, 2025, on the project's official website.

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