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Scientists Center for New Functional Materials of Novosibirsk State University received a patent for a method for producing a mixture of 2-cyclohexenylcyclohexanone isomers—a substance used as a key intermediate in the creation of flame retardants. These compounds are used to reduce the flammability of modern materials, including composites used in transportation and industry.

The development is part of a project aimed at improving fire safety in transport systems. The project is being implemented with financial support from the NTI Foundation. Composite materials are increasingly being used in aviation, rail, and other technology.

"New composite materials are currently being actively implemented because they significantly reduce structural weight and improve transport efficiency, as well as offering excellent performance properties. However, they are more flammable than metal alloys and can emit toxic products when ignited," noted Mikhail Yadrenkin, a senior researcher at the NSU Center for New Functional Materials.

To solve this problem, scientists are developing special additives—flame retardants—that reduce the flammability of materials. Many modern flame retardants are based on a key structural fragment known as DOPO. This is essentially a base to which other components can be added, which will consequently alter the additive's properties, such as the compatibility of the flame retardant with a particular polymer base of a composite material. However, DOPO production requires affordable and effective raw materials, and a patented synthesis method has been developed specifically for this purpose.

As explained by Dyan Ok Tong, head of the Laboratory of Fluorinated Compounds at the N. N. Vorozhtsov Novosibirsk Institute of Organic Chemistry, Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences, the idea is to create a more convenient and technologically advanced process for producing the DOPO precursor.

"We've improved a well-known synthesis method by replacing hard-to-find and limited-supply reagents with cheaper and more readily available alternatives without sacrificing efficiency. Furthermore, we've managed to scale the process from laboratory conditions to a 20-liter reactor," he said.

The patent awarded is not just a scientific result, but a step toward creating a fully-fledged technological chain. According to the researchers, temporary technological regulations have already been developed as part of the project, and the first samples of polymer binders with new flame retardants have been produced and tested for fire resistance.

"Our goal is not only to synthesize new substances, but also to develop technologies to a level where they can be scaled up and implemented in industry," emphasized Mikhail Yadrenkin.

This development is of significant importance for Russian industry, where the production of modern flame retardants is still limited. These new technologies will enable the creation of low-flammability materials for aviation, rail transport, and other industries with particularly stringent safety requirements.

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On March 26, a meeting of international recruiting companies and leading Novosibirsk universities took place at the new NSU campus. The goal of the event was to identify new channels for attracting students, enter unexplored international markets, and establish presence there, thereby increasing interest in studying at NSU and other Russian universities. The meeting was attended by 10 representatives from Novosibirsk universities, including NSU, SibSUTI, the University of Biotechnology, Saratov State Transport University, Novosibirsk State Medical University, Novosibirsk State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering, and Novosibirsk State Pedagogical University. Eleven recruiting companies participated: six from Russia, Iran, Turkey, and India attended in person, and five from Turkmenistan, India, Bangladesh, and Nigeria joined online. The event was part of the Open Days for recruiting companies at Novosibirsk Oblast universities, which took place in Novosibirsk on March 26 and 27, 2026.

"During the meeting, we were able to not only learn about successful international practices but also agree on common approaches and tools for working with international applicants for universities in the Novosibirsk region. Participants received up-to-date information from recruiting agency representatives on new student recruitment methods and learned about collaboration models applicable in the current environment. Such cooperation and ongoing dialogue contribute to the growth of international student numbers and the strengthening of Russian education's position abroad," commented Evgeny Sagaydak, Head of the Education Export Department at NSU.

Russian education is popular in many countries, including India. Currently, there are approximately 35,000 Indian students studying at Russian universities, making Russia the sixth-largest country for Indian students. In recent years, interest in pursuing an education in Russia has grown significantly among Indian students, with the number of students increasing by 30-35% annually. The most popular program is General Medicine, with programs in engineering, veterinary science, economics, and Russian as a foreign language also popular.

"Russian education is in demand in India for several reasons—price, quality, and historical ties are key. Russia is particularly renowned for training specialists in medicine, engineering, and the natural sciences. Many universities offer programs in English, reducing the language barrier. Diplomas from Russian universities are recognized in India—this is important for students planning to return and work at home. Educational cooperation between Russia and India has a long history, dating back to the Soviet era. Russian universities have a strong reputation among Indians," commented Andrey Chistokhvalov, a representative of the Russian Education Agency in India.

He added that following the meeting, cooperation agreements on attracting Indian students will be signed with Novosibirsk universities. Therefore, a significant increase in the number of students from that country is expected as early as the fall of 2026.

The meeting was also beneficial for the participating universities, as it allowed them to see international students coming to Novosibirsk through the eyes of a recruiter and to understand how their universities could improve their practices to attract more students to the region from different countries.

"We had the opportunity to determine which factors in university educational programs are attractive to potential applicants, and which, conversely, are unattractive. These factors include logistics, infrastructure, payment methods, supervision, and recruitment coordination. The idea of holding joint Olympiads to obtain quotas, which finance the participation of international students in our study program, was very useful. Recruiters' insights into the areas and specialties popular with international students in various recruiting countries were also, of course, helpful," said Ekaterina Barancheeva, Head of the International Activities and Academic Mobility Department at NSPU.

According to Ekaterina Barancheeva, the most promising programs currently are English-language programs with dual majors, where the diploma specifies two majors, as well as programs that are highly practice-oriented. Furthermore, it is important that programs are aligned with the educational and career paths that students in a given country choose based on their preferences.

Novosibirsk is a leading scientific and academic center, so, naturally, the programs offered by Novosibirsk universities are in demand abroad. However, it's not just the curriculum itself that matters; other factors also influence the attractiveness of education in a given region.

"If universities and the Russian education system support students in terms of adaptation, employment, even during their studies, and participation in volunteer projects, and ensuring their integration into our social and cultural environment, students will be more interested in coming to our region. That is, not only the education itself is important, but also infrastructure, life-related issues, payments, and logistics. All of this, of course, influences the arrival of international students," added Ekaterina Barancheeva.

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The 49th Alexander Nevsky Universiade among students from higher education institutions of the Novosibirsk Region continues. In the judo and powerlifting competitions, the NSU teams finished just shy of the top three finishers, finishing fourth.

In the individual competition, our students won 10 medals.

In judo: 1st place – Karina Kapustyan (FEN) 2nd place – Polina Lobankova (EF) and Ksenia Pogorelova (GGF) 3rd place – Arina Polyachenkova (IFP)

In powerlifting: 1st place – Titenko Alina (IMMT) 2nd place – Yakovleva Anna (FEN) 3rd place – Losenkova Alina (FF), Stepanova Varvara, Kuchkova Elizaveta and Gulev Mark (MMF)

The judo team also included: Artem Urukov, Egor Semenov, and Andrey Gultyaev (FF), Ivan Kalashnikov and Ivan Rogov (GGF), Matvey Saprygin and Andrey Kirilenko (MMF), Artem Galaev and Artem Chuvashov (FIT), Egor Vlasov and Timur Mekebaev (EF), Gleb Zhilin (IIR), Sergey Budyakov (IFP), and Ivan Zaguzin (IMMT). Coaches: Anastasia Pyankova and Sergey Tsvetkov

Powerlifting team composition: Ilya Frolov, Kirill Stebner, Amirhossein Darvishi, Zanganeh Alireza and Daria Gribanova (IMMT) Anna Yakovleva and Stefan Slepenkov (FEN) Nikita Melnikov (GGF), Victoria Trefilova (IIR), Ivan Dmitriev (FF) and Elizaveta Bozhko (EF) Coach – Alexander Augustinovich

Congratulations to the individual medalists and thank all the students for their worthy efforts!

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Four Novosibirsk State University faculty members have been named winners of the Potanin Foundation grant competition for the 2025/26 season. This year, representatives from several university departments received support: Institute of Philosophy and Law (IPL), Faculty of Geology and Geophysics (FGG) And Faculty of Natural Sciences (FNS).

The winners are: – Indira Borisova, lecturer in the Department of Ontology, Theory of Knowledge and Methodology of Science at the Institute of Physical Problems. – Pavel Gavryushkin, associate professor in the Department of Mineralogy and Geochemistry at the Faculty of Geochemistry and Physics. – Mikhail Simonov, senior lecturer in the Department of Catalysis and Adsorption at the Faculty of Natural Sciences. – Alina Fatyanova, associate professor in the Department of Physiology at the Faculty of Natural Sciences.

Last year, three NSU faculty members were among the winners; this year, there are already four, confirming the university's steady growth in involvement in the competition.

A total of 150 teachers from 58 Russian universities received grants following the selection process. The total grant awards amounted to 73.5 million rubles. The competition received over 500 applications, and over 1,300 people expressed interest.

The competition's key goal is to develop modern educational practices and develop students' competencies in demand in the labor market. This season, special attention was paid to interdisciplinary approaches and the implementation of digital solutions.

"Faculty are increasingly creating end-to-end educational projects that allow students to experience the full cycle—from problem setting to presentation of the result. The integration of artificial intelligence is reaching a new level: it's important not only to use technology but also to foster a culture of interaction with it," noted Oksana Oracheva, CEO of the Potanin Foundation.

One of the supported projects at NSU is related to the development of digital educational tools.

"The goal of my project is to create a digital accompaniment for the course 'Theory and Practice of Argumentation,' including video materials and recommendations for using generative AI," says Indira Borisova.

According to her, student feedback was an important factor in participation.

"They actively participate in the process and help us understand how the course can be improved. The competition itself is an opportunity to look at your idea from a new perspective and evaluate its potential," adds Indira Borisova.

Another project aims to transform laboratory classes in the natural sciences.

"Traditional practicums are often structured like this: one student works, the others observe. We want to change this logic and give everyone the opportunity to work with real experimental data," explains Alina Fatyanova, PhysioLab project creator.

The project involves the creation of a digital physiology workshop with interactive laboratory work.

"This isn't a replacement for live experiments, but an expansion of learning opportunities. Students will be able to analyze data, test hypotheses, and return to experiments without limitations," explains Alina Fatyanova.

The project is of particular importance for the university as a whole.

"PhysioLab will be the first digital practical course in natural sciences at NSU and could become a model for other disciplines. And the multilingual interface will strengthen the university's position in the international educational space," notes Alina Fatyanova. "It's important that the virtual lab doesn't just demonstrate phenomena, but forces students to think, analyze, and make decisions."

Mikhail Simonov's project focuses on updating the content of chemistry education.

"The goal is to create a practice-oriented version of the 'Modern Catalytic Experimental Technique' course that meets the requirements of knowledge-intensive industries," explains Mikhail Simonov.

According to him, there has been a major leap forward in science in recent years.

"Today, it's important not just to impart basic knowledge, but to incorporate modern research and data-processing methods into training. This directly impacts the competitiveness of graduates," he adds.

He also emphasizes that one of the goals will be to adapt the course to the new generation of students:

— We need to make the material not only relevant, but also truly engaging.

Pavel Gavryushkin's project combines several directions at once.

"The focus is on atomistic modeling of crystals and 3D printing. I'm developing a course that will combine geology and chemistry," explains Pavel Gavryushkin. "This will be an opportunity for students to become familiar with a rapidly developing field and apply themselves to it."

Among the challenges is the need to create infrastructure:

"Implementing 3D printing and supercomputer modeling within the course is a significant challenge. But we've already gained experience and are ready to move forward," emphasizes Pavel Gavryushkin.

Support from the Potanin Foundation allows teachers not only to implement their projects but also to reach new levels of professional development, including through participation in specialized educational programs.

The victory of NSU faculty in the competition is another step toward the development of modern educational approaches at the university and confirmation of the high level of teaching, focused on both fundamental training and the practice and future of professions.

The material was prepared by: Yulia Dankova, NSU press service

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Keeping common cats is extremely costly to the environment: pets consume enormous amounts of food and wood, which is used to make litter pellets. Cats also produce greenhouse gases—methane and carbon dioxide. Considering the colossal population of these pets (according to the All-Russian Pet Census, there are 49 million cats in Russia alone), the damage to the environment, while seemingly insignificant, becomes colossal. Modern advances in genetic engineering have made it possible to create a new breed—the Siberian Green Cat (Cattus viridis).

"Even in high school, I began thinking about how to make cats' stay in our homes more hygienic. Various approaches were considered, including switching to liquid nitrogen as a diet. While working at university, I realized the problem wasn't isolated, but global: creating a zero-waste cat breed would benefit both the environment and the economy. Thanks to 30 years of collaboration with specialists from the Institute of Molecular and Cellular Biology, success was achieved. Our cats differ in appearance only by their wetter noses, because the energy they generate needs to be expelled somehow," commented the project's initiator, Lyudmila Budneva, a senior lecturer at the NSU Humanities Institute.

"Nitrogen, the main element of the Earth's atmosphere, is widely used by living organisms. However, fixing atmospheric nitrogen is a very energy-intensive process, utilized only by certain microorganisms. Without their vital functions, however, other living organisms would only be able to utilize nitrogen in the form of preformed compounds. The task of converting the biochemistry of a highly organized animal to an environmentally friendly nitrogen diet seemed extremely challenging. We used the concept of a heat and power generator, placing it in special artificial organs located in the place of the kidneys. The generated electric current is used for nitrogen fixation in a specialized gland, and the resulting ammonium ions participate in biosynthesis carried out by symbiotic microorganisms in the cat's cecum. The end result is nitrogen, which is again excreted through respiration," commented Oleg Andreenkov, a graduate of the Faculty of Natural Sciences at NSU and a PhD candidate in biology. "The only drawback of the new breed is its constant purring, as we have not yet been able to make the process completely silent."

The economic benefit of owning a Siberian green cat can be estimated by reducing direct and indirect costs. Using approximately 10 liters of litter per month, the owner will save approximately 11,000 rubles per year, with the median cost of litter being 900 rubles per 10 liters. The cost of a litter box varies from 99 to 32,800 rubles, but the most reasonable estimate, given the income structure of the Russian population, is around 1,500 rubles. With the litter box depreciated over three years, this also adds up to an additional 500 rubles per year in savings. Finally, consider the cost of a bottle of cat detergent, which costs 1,500 rubles per year. Thus, in direct costs alone, the owner will save approximately 13,000 rubles per year per cat.

Now let's consider the indirect costs. Every cat owner is familiar with the stress of "does the house smell? What will guests/mother-in-law say, etc." Stress, as we know, leads to impulsive buying, eating, and possibly even drinking. According to Tochka Bank, most Russians impulsively spend between 1,000 and 15,000 rubles per month. For simplicity, let's assume that the cost of eating/drinking is already included, and we'll conservatively estimate the reduction in impulse purchases due to the reduced stress of 2,000 rubles per month. Cleaning up after the cat doesn't add joy either, and it also takes up time—let's say it's 15 minutes a day. 7.5 hours a month free from cleaning up after the cat—how much is that worth? The minimum threshold is the amount a Russian earns per hour. Minimal—because if someone isn't working (and could be), it means they value that non-working time more than their working time. According to Rosstat, the average hourly rate in our country is 382 rubles, which translates into savings of 2,865 rubles per month and 34,380 rubles per year.

One positive side effect of the Siberian Green cat's constant purring shouldn't be ignored. Purring is known to reduce the risk of heart attack by 30%, decrease stress levels, normalize blood pressure, promote calm, and even help heal fractures. Of course, the comprehensive health benefits, including economic ones, require extensive research, but consider that over 80% of Russians take dietary supplements for their physical health and well-being, spending approximately 1,500 rubles per month. A conservative estimate of reducing these costs by 200 rubles per month yields an additional 2,400 rubles per year. It's easy to calculate that the owner's benefit would be approximately 74,000 rubles per year. But that's not all. Along with the economic costs, the carbon footprint of owning a cat also decreases. It is currently estimated at 310 kg of CO2 equivalent per year. Most of it is generated during the production of meat-based feed, but even the most conservative estimate, that the filler and emissions themselves account for no more than 20% of the carbon footprint, yields a savings of 62 kg of CO2 equivalent per year. And for the domestic cat population in Russia (remember, there are about 49 million), this would amount to 3 million tons. Given the service life of a civilian aircraft of 40,000 hours, this carbon footprint would be left by 76 aircraft over their entire lifespan, said Elena Limanova, PhD in Economics, Associate Professor, and specialist in environmental and natural resource economics, in her assessment of the work of Novosibirsk scientists.

No cats were harmed as a result of the experiments.

Let us recall that a year ago our scientists managed to discover a new species of bird – the pink crow.

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Forbes presented ranking of the 100 best universities in RussiaIn addition to NSU, the top 15 included 11 universities from Moscow and the surrounding region, and three universities from St. Petersburg. This makes Novosibirsk State University the only university east of the Urals featured in Forbes' list of the 15 best universities in Russia. NSU improved its position compared to last year, taking 13th place.

The Forbes ranking evaluates universities based on 17 criteria, grouped into five metrics: networking quality, employer reputation, international reputation, academic environment, and the Forbes factor.

The "Networking Quality" metric reflects the overall knowledge level of applicants admitted to the university and their potential for forming useful connections during their studies. The calculation takes into account two parameters: the average Unified State Exam (USE) score of applicants and the proportion of winners and runners-up of national and international Olympiads out of the total student population. NSU previously entered the Top 15 in the Higher School of Economics ranking for the quality of cumulative admissions in 2025The average Unified State Exam score for state-funded places was 83.8. Following the 2025 admissions campaign, 116 Olympiad winners and runners-up were admitted to NSU.

To assess the university's reputation with employers, in 2025, surveys were sent to 200 companies ranked among the best employers in Russia by Forbes, asking them to rate their universities' reputations and the quality of their graduates. The final assessment was based on three components: 1) baseline reputation (the proportion of employers who prefer to hire university graduates); 2) industry diversity (the proportion of industries in which university graduates are in demand); 3) company scale (the proportion of large companies that prefer to hire university graduates). NSU has a strong position among leading Russian and international companies, many of which are partners of the university.

The "International Reputation" indicator was assessed based on a university's recognition in global academic circles—a significant indicator of the quality of a university's research and the value of its diplomas internationally. The metric also took into account a university's position in the institutional rankings of three of the most authoritative global agencies: the Academic Ranking of World Universities, QS World University Rankings, and Times Higher Education, as well as its placement in the top 100 subject rankings of these same agencies.

Based on the 2025 results, NSU demonstrated improvement in its "International Reputation" indicator. In 2025, the university was included in three designated international rankings and was also ranked in 12 QS subject rankings. NSU was positioned in the top 100 in one subject ranking (petroleum engineering), in the top 200 in two (archaeology and mathematics), and in the top 250 in three (chemical engineering, chemistry, and physics).

The "Academic Environment" metric is a comprehensive indicator assessing the educational ecosystem, faculty qualifications, internationalization, and financial standing of the university. Currently, NSU has over 2,800 faculty members, including over 60 members of the Russian Academy of Sciences, over 720 professors with doctoral degrees, and over 1,400 candidates of science.

The Forbes factor reflects the number of a university's alumni on the Forbes list of Russian billionaires. A university receives 0.5 points for each alumni included among the richest, up to a maximum of 5 points. NSU receives 1 point, as two of its alumni are included on the list.

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Scientists from the Laboratory of Nuclear and Innovative Medicine performed CT scans of five jaw fragments from woolly rhinoceroses that inhabited southern Siberia during the Pleistocene. Faculty of Physics of Novosibirsk State UniversityHigh-quality 3D images of valuable finds allow paleontologists to understand how these ancient animals changed their teeth and compare the data obtained with modern rhinoceroses, which are endangered. Tomographic studies provide scientists with valuable information about paleontological specimens that is impossible to obtain using other research methods. The image of the object is scanned in three projections. It can be rotated, zoomed in, zoomed out, and fragmented.

“The paleontological samples under study are interesting because they are fragments of the jaws of not adult individuals, but of young ones, the estimated age of which is from 3.5 to 5 years and, possibly, a little older. It was at this age that baby woolly rhinoceroses changed their milk teeth to permanent ones. This process is long, and we are interested to know exactly how it happened. It is possible to find out to what extent permanent teeth were formed in the animals from which the specimens we studied originated, only by looking inside the jaw. There are only two options to do this. The first is to disassemble the jaw fragment mechanically and see how it is arranged inside. But for paleontological samples this is extremely undesirable, since their integrity will be damaged, and the sample itself, which is of scientific value, will be lost. The second option is to conduct a CT scan of the samples, study the resulting images and obtain the necessary information without destroying the samples. Therefore, we chose the second path. Thanks to him, we will try to understand at what age each individual died and correlate the data obtained with those that are typical for modern rhinoceroses. In this way, we will be able to establish whether the development of woolly rhinoceroses was similar to the development of modern rhinoceroses, or whether there were any differences between them,” said a senior researcher at the Laboratory of Lithogeodynamics of Sedimentary Basins at the Institute of Geology and Mineralogy. V.S. Soboleva Dmitry Malikov.

Preserving the integrity of the specimens is particularly important in this case. While skeletal remains of adult woolly rhinoceroses are relatively common, discoveries of similar specimens from calves are very rare. Their bones are much more fragile than those of adult animals, which directly impacts their preservation. Five dental specimens were submitted for study: four large jaw fragments and one almost complete lower jaw. Some specimens contain only deciduous teeth, clearly belonging to individuals who had not yet reached the age of tooth replacement. In others, partially erupted permanent and partially worn deciduous teeth are visible. In one of these, a permanent tooth can be seen almost displacing a deciduous tooth. In the most complete jaw, one can see how the bone tissue was torn to expose the formed permanent molar. This process is less noticeable in the other specimens.

"Computer tomography images will allow us to see the formation of permanent teeth and the displacement of deciduous teeth within the jaw body. This will allow us to more accurately assess the sequence in which these processes occurred, allowing us to compare them with similar processes in living rhinoceroses. This will allow us to estimate the size of permanent teeth that have not yet erupted and to determine how woolly rhinoceros calves may have differed in size not only from adults but also from other calves of similar ages," explained Dmitry Malikov.

The geological age of the studied samples ranges significantly—from 120,000 to 15,000 years ago. They were discovered in the southern Krasnoyarsk Krai, the Altai Krai, and the Irkutsk Region. These findings formed the basis for the research work of Dmitry Malikov and his colleague, paleontologist, PhD in Geographical Sciences, and research fellow at the Laboratory of Mesozoic and Cenozoic Geology at the Institute of the Earth's Crust SB RAS, Alexey Klementyev, who provided several samples for CT scanning.

A remarkable specimen was found in the bed of the Likhachev Stream near the village of Ust-Kozlukha in the Krasnoshchyokovsky District of the Altai Territory in June 2021.

"A series of studies has established that the age stages of the woolly rhinoceros are similar to those of modern white and black rhinoceroses, allowing us to determine the individual age of fossil remains. Their teeth also erupt in the same order and at approximately the same time. This suggests that this individual was three years old at the time of its death. Around this age, modern rhinoceroses are separated from their mothers when their next offspring are born. This calf was likely not ready for independent life. Perhaps the young animal lacked the experience to survive its first winter on its own," explained Dmitry Malikov.

As Ulyana Krechetova, a CT scanner operator at the NSU Laboratory of Mathematics and Physics, explained, the samples were scanned using a standard dental mode, which is typically used for similar studies of living specimens. However, additional adjustments were required because the samples being examined are larger and more dense than living tissue.

"Computer tomography is indispensable in such studies, when it is necessary to study the internal structure of a sample without destroying it. The NSU Laboratory of Paleontological Research has conducted numerous studies of paleontological specimens, and we continue to accumulate experience in this field. The images we obtain will be interpreted and studied in detail, with results planned for this year. They may reveal previously unknown information about the ecology, evolution, and developmental characteristics of these representatives of Siberia's ancient fauna. For our laboratory's researchers, studying such unusual objects is a scientific endeavor in itself, aimed at determining the optimal working conditions for such specimens. Our research will continue with the creation of three-dimensional models. We will explore solutions to enhance the clarity of the data obtained and facilitate its use by paleontologists," said Vladimir Kanygin, Head of the NSU Laboratory of Paleontological Research.

According to Dmitry Malikov, research into the remains of prehistoric fauna can contribute to the preservation of modern biological diversity.

"Currently, most large mammals, including rhinoceroses, are endangered. This further complicates the work of scientists, as some types of research require the capture of an animal for scientific purposes and in-depth study in a laboratory. Naturally, in such cases, the animal is permanently removed from the wild. However, for endangered species, the loss of even one individual is quite significant for the population, so such studies are conducted extremely rarely. Studying fossil specimens and comparing them with their living relatives could be a solution to this problem," said Dmitry Malikov.

Last year, the Laboratory of Nuclear and Innovative Medicine of the Physics Faculty of NSU conducted tomographic scanning of defective mammoth tusksAnd bone remains of ancient horses.

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The traditional ski relay race took place in the University Forest as part of the NSU Spartakiade. Representatives from eight faculties, institutes, and the Specialized Educational Scientific Center participated. Men's and combined teams competed in 3×2 km races, while the women's teams ran a 3×1.5 km freestyle race.

The winners of the 3×2 km competition were:

1st place – NSU Specialized Scientific Center -1

Gulyaev YaroslavGulyaeva TaisiyaKorotkevich Alexander

2nd place – NSU Specialized Scientific Center -2

Perepelkin Petr, Prokhorova Nadezhda, Ovsyukov Yaroslav

3rd place – FF

Danila Losenkov's family, Alina Nemov, Alexander

Among the girls, the best results were shown by:

1st place – FEN-1

Kapustyan Karina, Adieva Malika, Melnikova Sofia

2nd place – GI

Kargina Anna, Nazmutdinova Ksenia, Voronkova Anastasia

3rd place – team of the IIR FEN MMF

Makovskaya Daria, Belousova Arina, Sobolevskaya Alina

The overall standings were calculated based on the combined placings of the two best relay teams, regardless of gender. Students from the NSU Specialized Scientific Center won by one point, with the Faculty of Natural Sciences coming in second, and students from the Faculty of Physics coming in third.

Congratulations to the winners and runners-up of the traditional NSU ski relay! We thank everyone for participating, and Sofia Zakharova, Olga Chernaya, and the other faculty members of the Physical Education Department for their excellent hosting of the event.

Final competition protocols on VK page.

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The Educational and Scientific Center of the Institute of Medicine and Medical Technologies (USC IMMT) at NSU, which is part of the second phase of the new campus of Novosibirsk State University (NSU), being built as part of the "Youth and Children" national project, will house one of Russia's most modern and high-tech simulation centers for training future doctors. The new center will cover approximately 1,400 square meters and will be located in the basement of the new building of the USC IMMT at NSU.

The simulation center will be equipped with modern, high-tech equipment necessary for effective specialist training. It will allow students and residents, young specialists, and doctors enrolled in professional development courses to hone their professional skills at all stages of their university education.

Thoughtful ergonomics are another key feature of the center. The design and layout of the classrooms are optimized for small group work (5 to 8 people), allowing for a learning experience similar to one-on-one mentoring.

The center will provide advanced training for medical professionals seeking to master new professional competencies. It will also house an accreditation center for physicians of various specialties, making it a unified platform for education, training, and objective assessment of professional skills.

The simulation center's learning space is designed like a professional elevator: from simple skills to complex clinical tasks. The center's modules correspond to the stages of training and skill level—from student and resident to physician. In the starting module, which completely replicates a standard medical ward, first-year students in the General Medicine program undergo basic training. Using mannequins ranging from beginner to highly realistic, they will master the full range of basic medical skills: from basic care and safe injections to complex procedures such as inserting catheters, catheters, and managing postoperative patients. They will also learn the basics of first aid.

The second block is designed for third- and fourth-year students who have already studied fundamental medical disciplines—anatomy, physiology, pathological anatomy, and pathophysiology. At this stage, they are tasked with mastering the skills of physical examination of patients, including auscultation (listening to the lungs and heart), percussion, and palpation. Students who have thoroughly studied pathophysiological mechanisms will also learn to recognize and understand why certain changes in a patient's condition occur, how the pathological process is transformed into physical findings, and the underlying causes of these changes. To this end, the block will be equipped with simulators simulating pathological conditions of the respiratory, cardiovascular, and digestive systems of varying complexity, allowing future physicians to develop clinical thinking at the intersection of theory and practical diagnostics.

The third block is the emergency medicine area, designed for advanced senior students. Here, future physicians will work alongside practicing specialists—anesthesiologists/resuscitators, cardiologists, and surgeons—and, using Level V–VI simulators (high-tech patient simulators), practice emergency response procedures in conditions as close as possible to real clinical practice. In this block, medical students will learn how to manage the airway (for example, inserting endotracheal and laryngeal tubes), differentiate clinical forms of myocardial infarction, administer intensive care for anaphylactic shock, and much more.

The simulation center will have a dedicated unit for obstetrics and gynecology, equipped with highly realistic birth simulators that will simulate various natural and abnormal birth scenarios.

A distinctive feature of our simulation center is its own disaster medicine unit. Typically, such units are found only in large hospitals and regional medical centers, making our solution truly unique for the educational environment.

This specially equipped space uses audiovisual effects, professional simulators, and highly realistic mannequins to create a fully immersive environment for practicing actions in non-standard situations—industrial accidents, natural disasters, and man-made emergencies. Here, future specialists—doctors, rescuers, and volunteers—will learn to act cohesively, quickly, and effectively in chaotic and time-pressured conditions.

"It's important that the disaster medicine unit will enable joint interdepartmental training, including with the participation of teams from the Ministry of Emergency Situations, developing students' skills in real-world teamwork at the intersection of medicine and rescue services," said Maria Vasilyeva, PhD, head of the accreditation and simulation center at the NSU Institute of Medical and Technical Medicine.

Specialized training for residents focuses on mastering the technologies that define modern medicine. It includes modules on endoscopic surgery, ultrasound, and endoscopic imaging. This allows them to hone their skills in a format as close as possible to real clinical practice—from interpreting diagnostic data to performing surgical procedures of varying complexity.

A separate area of work for the simulation center is accreditation for medical specialties.

There are two types of initial accreditation. The first is the initial accreditation of graduates of a specialty program (general medicine, pediatrics, dentistry, and other fields). This stage evaluates the degree to which future physicians have mastered a standard set of knowledge and skills, including practical skills—what they can do with their hands. This is where their readiness for independent work in primary care is assessed.

The second type is primary specialized accreditation, which is conducted for residents. Unlike the previous stage, this one assesses not only basic general medical competencies but also in-depth professional knowledge, highly specialized skills, and the level of clinical professionalism within the chosen field. "Our center has the necessary facilities for key training areas and is ready to participate in this crucial work, ensuring that accreditation activities are carried out at the highest level," explained Professor Yulia Samoylova, Director of the NSU Institute of Medical and Technical Medicine.

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Novosibirsk State University (NSU) is hosting Career Days for a month—from March 10th to April 10th. This annual event, designed to bring together employer partners at NSU, brings together students in a single venue. Students attend master classes, lectures, resume review sessions, and much more. Most importantly, they connect with potential employers, receive valuable advice, and learn more about the job market. Career Days are extremely popular: on average, approximately 3,000 students attend each event.

For the second year, Career Days have been held in the "Career Games" format. In 2024, the NSU Career Development Center (CDC) and students from the Institute of Intelligent Robotics created the "Career Bot." This approach allowed for the integration of gamification tools into career guidance events. Among the important objectives of the bot are to encourage active student participation in Career Days and motivate employer partners to create interactive challenges.

The bot allows you to accumulate points and spend them on branded merchandise, and also sends notifications about upcoming company events.

"The mechanics are simple: students participate in various interactive activities offered by our partners, earning points. These points can be exchanged for merchandise from companies and the NSU Career Development Center. Participants who attend the most events earn the most points and receive exclusive gifts. Regarding the career bot, our concept and development have generated significant interest from the Unified Career Center. We plan to roll out this experience to universities across Russia," said Svetlana Dovgal, Director of the NSU Career Development Center.

Two major poster sessions are held annually as part of Career Days. The first took place on March 26th in the NSU laboratory building. The booths featured companies that might be of interest to students from the Physics, Geology and Physics, Faculty of Natural Sciences, and the Institute of Medicine and Medical Technologies (IMMT) at NSU.

Poster sessions provide an excellent opportunity for current students to connect with past graduates, share experiences, and gain professional advice. For example, this year's event featured Professor Sergey Kosolobov of the Skoltech International University, a 1999 graduate of the Physics Department.

"Novosibirsk is my hometown, so I visit here often: for business trips, scientific collaboration with Akademgorodok institutes, and, of course, as a representative of Skoltech, I maintain close ties with the university. I've presented at NSU several times in the past. Today, I gave a lecture to students on silicon photonics in modern industry," shared Sergey Kosolobov.

The second poster session will take place on April 2 in the lecture hall building of the new NSU campus. It will be open to students and graduates from all university programs and will bring together over 40 organizations, including NSU departments.

Other important and interesting Career Day events include: Medical Professionals Day on April 3, where students from the Institute of Medical Technologies and the Faculty of Natural Sciences will have the opportunity to engage with representatives of Novosibirsk's medical organizations in an open discussion format. Lawyers Day will be held on April 7. Individual company events and tours of organizations are also planned.

"The Career Games will run until April 10. However, the events will continue in April and May. During this period, the focus will shift to excursions and visits to employers. These will be tailored to students' schedules and workloads," added Svetlana Dovgal.

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