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A young scientist from the State University of Management took part in the XV International Forum "The Arctic: Present and Future" named after A.N. Chilingarov, which took place from December 9 to 10 in St. Petersburg.

The event traditionally serves as the main platform for dialogue between government, business, science, and society on Arctic development. This year, over 2,000 experts from Russia and other countries gathered to identify development vectors for the Russian Arctic zone.

The business program focused on achieving national development goals for the region for decades to come. Over the course of two days, two plenary sessions and more than 50 discussions took place on key topics, from economics and technology to ecology and security. Each session aimed not only to discuss problems but also to find practical solutions. A large exhibition was held alongside the events, where regions and companies presented innovative projects for Arctic territories.

Denis Serdechny, an associate professor at the State University of Management, Department of Innovation Management, and Head of the Laboratory of Digital and Intelligent Technologies for the Development of Territories of the Russian Federation, took an active part in the forum.

"The Arctic today is a zone of major projects, where economic and logistical activity is growing. The region requires comprehensive solutions and new approaches to management. For Russia, this task is comparable in scale to our ancestors' conquest of space in the last century. It's gratifying to realize that our university's research and educational activities can make a significant contribution to solving such an important and ambitious task," Denis Serdechny shared his impressions.

The scientist noted that at the forum, he became convinced of the relevance of the research areas of the "Digital and Intelligent Technologies for the Development of Regions of the Russian Federation" laboratory, which opened at the State University of Management in 2025. The laboratory's interim results will be submitted to the Forum's organizing committee for inclusion in a public resolution.

As a reminder, following a competitive selection process by the Russian Ministry of Science and Higher Education to establish new youth laboratories, the State University of Management's research project, "Scientific, Methodological, and Practical Foundations for the Development and Application of Digital and Intelligent Technologies to Ensure Sustainable Development in the Regions of the Russian Federation, Including Remote and Hard-to-Access Territories of Siberia, the Far East, and the Arctic Zone," received support.

Thanks to this, our university launched a laboratory for "Digital and Intelligent Technologies for the Development of Russian Regions" this fall. The goals of the research team, which consists of more than 70% young scientists, include:

Analysis and systematization of current scientific and technical problems of sustainable development in the regions of the Russian Federation, including remote and hard-to-reach territories of Siberia, the Far East, and the Arctic zone; study of existing and promising digital and intelligent progressive technologies that can be applied for the sustainable development of the regions of the Russian Federation, including remote and hard-to-reach territories of Siberia, the Far East, and the Arctic zone; development of methods for solving identified scientific and technical problems of sustainable development in the regions of the Russian Federation, including remote and hard-to-reach territories of Siberia, the Far East, and the Arctic zone, through the use of digital and intelligent technologies.

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Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University is actively developing international cooperation with leading educational and industrial institutions in China. Representatives of the Polytechnic University participated in three significant events aimed at expanding its presence in the Asia-Pacific region. The Polytechnic University was represented by Darina Balzhimaeva, Lead Manager of the SPbPU Representative Office in Shanghai, and Anna Kuznetsova and Evgenia Borodina, specialists from the Department of International Educational Programs and Academic Mobility.

A delegation from Polytechnic University took part in the 23rd China International Talent Exchange Conference, which was held at the Shanghai World Expo Center.

The main theme of the exhibition was continuing education. Interest from Chinese colleagues in the university's booth remained strong throughout the event. Requests for advanced training and internships came from a wide range of organizations: from the banking sector, research centers, higher education institutions, medical institutions, educational centers, and industrial corporations.

The goal of Polytechnic University's participation is to develop cooperation in organizing short-term professional development programs for representatives of Chinese companies. During negotiations with organizations such as China Nuclear Industry and China Development and Investment Corporation, the development of programs in information technology, artificial intelligence, materials science, and engineering was discussed.

Participation in the conference contributed to the effective promotion of SPbPU's international continuing education programs. "We are currently seeing a steady increase in the number of inquiries from China," noted Darina Balzhimaeva.

The next step was the university's participation in the prestigious China Education Expo 2025, held in Beijing. The China Association for International Education Exchange (CAIE) holds this annual key event in Southeast Asia, promoting the strengthening of international ties and showcasing the opportunities offered by international education. In 2025, 400 educational institutions from 38 countries participated in the expo.

Representatives of the Polytechnic University participated in a presentation of Russian universities at the Russian Cultural Center in Beijing, as well as in an online broadcast on Chinese internet platforms.

Applicants from China were able to gain a detailed understanding of the educational opportunities offered by Polytechnic University. At our university's booth, they inquired about programs in in-demand fields: IT, construction, computer science, advanced materials, biotechnology, and energy.

Participation in educational exhibitions demonstrates the interest of Chinese students and companies in Polytechnic University programs. Working at the China Education Expo allows us to directly attract talented applicants and strengthen partnerships with Chinese universities.

Our university's delegation also attended the Delta Global Learning Week, an international educational week held at leading Chinese universities: the University of Science and Technology of China, Nanjing University, and Zhejiang University. More than 20 prestigious universities from around the world were represented at the event. At the exhibition, Anna Kuznetsova, a specialist from the SPbPU Department of International Educational Programs and Academic Mobility, presented the university's capabilities, introducing Chinese students to its master's and doctoral programs, as well as summer and winter schools.

Delta Global Learning Week became an effective platform for Chinese students to learn about the Polytechnic's master's and doctoral programs, summer and winter schools, and internships, as well as academic mobility opportunities. Participation in the exhibition opened up a wide range of educational pathways for Chinese students at SPbPU, noted Olga Yemelyanova, Head of the Department of International Educational Programs and Academic Mobility.

Attracting foreign specialists and working alongside them is a stimulus for our scientific schools, offering an exchange of best practices and new opportunities for joint research. The results of the exhibition confirmed that our Chinese colleagues are ready to follow this path together with the Polytechnic University, emphasized Evgenia Satalkina, Head of the International Education Department.

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Saint Petersburg Polytechnic University actively participated in the 15th anniversary A.N. Chilingarov International Forum "The Arctic: Present and Future." The forum, which traditionally brings together over 2,000 experts from Russia and abroad, is a key platform for summarizing the Arctic agenda and identifying development strategies for the Russian Arctic zone. The event was held with the support of the Federation Council, the State Duma, the State Commission for Arctic Development, the Ministry for the Development of the Russian Far East, and other relevant agencies.

The Polytechnic University was represented by Dmitry Tikhonov, Vice-Rector for Continuing and Pre-University Education, as well as faculty and students from the Institute of Civil Engineering. The comprehensive business program included plenary sessions across eight thematic tracks and over 40 sessions featuring over 400 speakers.

The Institute of Civil Engineering was represented by Marina Petrochenko, Director of the Institute of Civil Engineering, Dmitry Sharapov and Vladimir Konyushkov, Associate Professors of the Higher School of Hydrotechnical Engineering and Economics, Maria Drebezgova and Elena Ladik, Associate Professors of the Higher School of Hydrotechnical Engineering and Economics, Liliya Talipova, Senior Lecturer of the Higher School of Hydrotechnical Engineering and Economics, and students from the programs "Hydraulic Engineering, Hydraulics, and Engineering Hydrology" and "Environmental Safety in Industry."

Dmitry Tikhonov presented the university's extensive experience in this field. In his presentation, he detailed practice-oriented projects for students in critically important Arctic areas such as logistics, robotics, IT, and drone development. Particular attention was paid to systematic work with schoolchildren and parents aimed at shaping a "vision of the future" and understanding promising professions in the region.

Dmitry Tikhonov also emphasized the importance of exporting educational technologies to Arctic regions, citing teacher training and master classes in the Yamalo-Nenets Autonomous Okrug as examples. The keynote of his presentation was a comprehensive model for attracting and retaining employees, which creates a sustainable talent pipeline for the Arctic. This model covers the entire process—from early career guidance for schoolchildren to practical training for students and their involvement in real-world projects.

"For the Polytechnic University, working on the Arctic agenda is a systematic effort with plans for years to come," Dmitry Vladimirovich emphasized. "Our educational programs and scientific developments are already in demand by industrial partners working in this strategic macro-region, and demand is constantly growing."

Elena Ladik and Maria Drebezgova spoke at the youth section "Meeting of Generations." It featured educational lectures, quests, quizzes, and other activities. The lecturers presented their professions to the students, shared their experiences working in harsh polar conditions, and discussed the development prospects of the Arctic and Antarctic. Polytechnic University specialists introduced the students to the traditional dwelling architecture of the indigenous peoples of the Russian Arctic and Far North, the application of historical experience in modern design for innovative solutions for the architectural environment in the Arctic zone, and demonstrated conceptual designs for residential and tourist modules for harsh climates. Over 800 students participated in the event.

"I believe it was very important to discuss with the students the historical experience of designing residential environments in the Arctic and the Far North, as well as to draw the attention of the younger generation to the development prospects of Russia's northern territories," said Elena Ladik.

Students of the Civil Engineering Institute took part in the youth

The participants attended the session and visited the exhibition located in the ExpoForum pavilion. The future specialists were delighted to see specialized equipment, interact with representatives of Russia's nomadic peoples, and listen to a firsthand lecture about life in the Far North. The future builders were particularly intrigued by the presentation on the features of traditional Nenets tents.

Arctic development is a priority for our country, and the SPbPU Institute of Civil Engineering contributes to this by training personnel in Arctic construction and conducting research projects on Arctic development. "I consider educational outreach to schoolchildren, through which we share the opportunities that lie ahead in the Arctic, a special mission," noted Marina Petrochenko.

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