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Staff and faculty from the State University of Management completed a professional development course aimed at training personnel for the innovative transportation industry. Rinat Kurmaev, Director of the Scientific and Educational Center of the Federal State Unitary Enterprise "NAMI," presented the SUM representatives with certificates of completion at a ceremony held at the Special-Purpose Garage Museum at VDNKh.

Dynamics of mobility

As part of the collaboration between the State University of Management and the Federal State Unitary Enterprise "NAMI," lecturers from the Department of Logistics and Transport-Technological Systems, as well as young scientists from our university, completed training during the fall semester at the Educational and Methodological Center for the Training of Engineering Personnel for the Innovative Transport Industry "Dynamics of Mobility" (EMC), created under an agreement between the Federal State Unitary Enterprise "NAMI" and the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of Russia.

The program included an introduction to modern trends in transportation engineering and practical aspects of working in this field, including during an international industry internship in Beijing.

Participants had the opportunity to visit leading Russian automobile manufacturers, such as MAZ Moskvich, Haval RUS, and FSUE NAMI itself. Tours of these plants allowed instructors to gain valuable insights into production processes and modern technologies.

The program's lecturers were leading scientists and practitioners with real-world experience in the production of modern automotive technology. Their master classes helped participants deepen their knowledge and prepare for new challenges in the transportation sector.

Joint educational programs

The agreement between SUM and FSUE NAMI provides for the development and improvement of educational programs. Specifically, starting in 2024–2025, a joint master's program in "Organization of Production in the Automotive Industry" will be implemented. SUM's classic programs have also been updated: the first bachelor's program in Russia, "Logistics and Supply Chain Management," and the master's program, "Transport and Logistics," which are currently attended by several hundred SUM students.

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Mikhail Kovalchuk, President of the National Research Center "Kurchatov Institute," Chairman of the Supervisory Board of SPbPU, and Honorary Doctor of the Polytechnic University, delivered a lecture entitled "Nuclear Energy for Space" to students and scientists in the White Hall.

Mikhail Kovalchuk discussed the early days of space exploration in the USSR, the Buran orbital spacecraft, the development of space nuclear energy, priority technological trends, innovative nuclear energy technologies, rocket engines, space materials science, and much more.

At the beginning of his speech, Mikhail Valentinovich emphasized how the USSR began the space era by launching the first artificial Earth satellite, Sputnik 1, in 1957. He also noted such Soviet achievements as the first human spaceflight; the first woman in space; the first human spacewalk; the first docking of two unmanned spacecraft; the first soft landing on the surface of another planet; the first manned orbital space station, Salyut 1; the joint manned flight of the Soviet Soyuz 19 and American Apollo spacecraft; the first multi-module long-term orbital station, Mir; and the first automatic landing of the reusable Buran transport spacecraft.

"Our greatest achievement was the development of a completely unique system: 38 years ago, our spacecraft flew into space completely automatically. Unmanned, it orbited the Earth several times and then entered the runway where the commission was stationed. But suddenly, the spacecraft veered off course. It turned out that its system had detected excessively strong crosswinds, and it automatically changed its approach trajectory and landed," noted Mikhail Kovalchuk.

After this story, our guest even showed a video of the ship's landing, and also emphasized other advantages of the Buran.

Mikhail Kovalchuk then moved on to the topic of space nuclear energy. The symbolic beginning of this era is considered to be the meeting of the "Three Ks" at the Atomic Energy Institute: Mstislav Keldysh, Sergei Korolev, and Igor Kurchatov. By the 1950s, the main advantages of nuclear power plants had already been identified.

Recently, by decision of the Military-Industrial Commission, Mikhail Kovalchuk, President of the Kurchatov Institute National Research Center, was appointed head of the priority technology area "Technologies for Direct Conversion of Thermal Energy into Electrical Energy and Electric Propulsion Based on Superconductivity." Direct conversion of thermal energy into electrical energy is the process of directly converting heat into electricity without an intermediate mechanical process. Our guest elaborated on this topic: "A nuclear power plant has nothing in common with nuclear nuclear technology. A nuclear reactor is simply a 'stove.' It produces temperature, heat. And we use that heat to generate electricity."

Nuclear power plants are the best way to generate electricity in space. That's why, as early as 1964, the Kurchatov Institute created the world's first space power plant with direct conversion of thermal energy into electrical energy—the Romashka converter reactor.

The Selena unmanned, self-regulating nuclear power station, based on direct energy conversion principles, is currently being developed. Adapting the SNPP principles to lunar conditions will allow for the creation of stationary lunar energy sources. Similar low-power nuclear power stations are also extremely important and in demand in the north and remote areas. They can operate independently, without human intervention, for up to 40 years.

Furthermore, Mikhail Kovalchuk explained that all new developments for use in space conditions at the Kurchatov Institute now undergo special testing under loads and at temperatures as close as possible to those in space.

At the end of his speech, Mikhail Kovalchuk answered all questions from the audience.

Federal and regional media also reported on Mikhail Kovalchuk's lecture at the Polytechnic University:

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On December 9, military personnel from one of the units performing tasks as part of the Special Military Operation arrived on a working visit to the State University of Management.

The guests met with our rector, Vladimir Stroyev, and the vice-rectoral staff, discussing the importance of working together and the assistance the university provides to defenders of the Fatherland.

Furthermore, during the meeting, a representative of the military unit presented the rector and vice-rectors with letters of gratitude from the military unit for their ongoing and productive assistance in achieving their goals, as well as for their humanitarian and technical support.

As a reminder, since January 2024, the First Administrative District has been implementing the "GUU – SVOim" project, aimed at supporting military personnel performing missions in the SVO zone. The initiative encompasses a wide range of activities, from the collection and delivery of humanitarian aid to the organization of cultural and educational events for military personnel and their families. In November 2025, GUU representatives conducted their third mission to new territories, delivering humanitarian aid to military personnel.

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On December 10, the world celebrates International Human Rights Day—a date that reminds us that individual rights and freedoms are not a gift from the state, but the foundation of human dignity, without which justice, peace, and sustainable development are impossible. The holiday was established on December 4, 1950, by a UN General Assembly resolution to commemorate a turning point in human history: the proclamation of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights in Paris on December 10, 1948.

The most translated document in the world

The 30-article document established that every person, regardless of race, gender, language, religion, belief, or social status, has inalienable rights—simply because they are human. The idea harks back to the philosophical tradition of natural law: as early as the 17th century, the English thinker John Locke identified three fundamental rights: life, liberty, and property.

In the 20th century, nations shocked by the horrors of World War II and the Holocaust realized that human rights must be enshrined at the global level.

The Declaration, in particular, established:

the right to life, liberty and security of person; prohibition of torture and cruel treatment; the right to rest and leisure; freedom of movement and choice of residence; the right to marry without racial, national or religious restrictions; freedom of opinion and expression; the right to education.

Today, the Universal Declaration of Human Rights has been translated into 577 languages—more than any other document in the world. This demonstrates not only its universality but also the people's need for a clear, accessible language of human dignity.

Incidentally, the first international recognition of children's rights occurred in 1924, when the League of Nations adopted the Geneva Declaration. And the principle of gender equality was officially enshrined in the UN Charter in 1945—the first time in the history of interstate treaties.

Challenges, Themes, and Laureates

Each year, the UN sets a theme for Human Rights Day to highlight current challenges. The following themes have been used over the past five years:

Build Back Better (2020) Equality – Reducing Inequalities, Advancing Human Rights (2021) Dignity, Liberty, and Justice for All (2022) Liberty, Equality, and Justice for All (2023) Our Rights, Our Future, Now (2024)

In 2025, the theme is "Human Rights: An Integral Part of Our Everyday Life," emphasizing that this is not about abstract ideas, but about real conditions of work, education, access to healthcare, digital security, and protection from discrimination.

Since 1968, the UN has awarded the UN Prize in the Field of Human Rights on this date every five years. Among the laureates are Eleanor Roosevelt, one of the main authors of the Declaration and a champion of women's rights, and Jimmy Carter, the 39th President of the United States, who was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for his work in human rights.

From the USSR to the present day

It's worth noting that in the 1948 vote, 48 out of 58 countries supported the Declaration, while the Soviet Union abstained, fearing that its provisions could be used to interfere in the internal affairs of states. Thus, human rights in our country only received constitutional recognition in the 1990s.

On September 5, 1991, the Supreme Soviet of the RSFSR adopted the Declaration of Human and Civil Rights and Freedoms, and on November 22, a similar document with a more precise title. These acts formed the basis of Chapter II of the 1993 Constitution of the Russian Federation, which proclaims human rights and freedoms as the highest value, and their protection as the state's responsibility. We also celebrate an international anniversary: December 10 is traditionally marked by conferences, roundtables, lectures, and educational events.

As a university that trains the next generation of leaders and managers, the First Management University considers one of its key objectives to be instilling in students a deep respect for human rights as the foundation of the rule of law and civil society. After all, governance is not only about power but also about responsibility for upholding the rights of everyone.

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The Higher School of Biotechnology and Food Production of the Institute of Biotechnology and Biotechnology (IBBS) held a case tournament "Applied Biotechnology" for school and college students.

During the lectures, which were held remotely, students learned about modern trends in biotechnology research. They were able to visit media labs, explore both traditional and cutting-edge equipment, and learn how to operate it. This was necessary because many schools lack such labs, and adhering to safety regulations is crucial when conducting research and working with chemicals.

Eleven teams participated in the laboratory workshop of the case tournament, including not only 10th- and 11th-grade students from specialized schools in our city, but also students from the SPbPU Natural Sciences Lyceum, and students from the Talent Academy and the Center for Environmental Education.

Participants completed tasks on one of two topics: “Activity of metabolites of probiotic microorganisms Lactobacillus and Streptococcus” and “Bioconversion of agricultural waste to obtain sorbents”.

The assignments and lectures were developed by HSE School of Business and Public Policy associate professors Elena Belokurova and Ilona Pankina, senior lecturer Anna Sevastyanova, and Master of Science in Plant Biotechnology Alexandra Klyubina.

Students are always involved in the preparation of career guidance events at the Higher School of Business and Public Administration, and this time they served as mentors for schoolchildren.

While working on the case study "Studying the Activity of Metabolites of Probiotic Microorganisms Lactobacillus and Streptococcus," the students learned about the morphology of probiotic microorganisms in a fixed, stained preparation. While studying probiotic activity, they mastered microscopy and biochemical analysis techniques. They examined bacterial morphology, assessed metabolite accumulation in milk, and determined enzymatic activity using an indirect method based on the accumulation of organic acids, as well as the presence of flavoring substances. As a result of their studies, the participants were able to determine which probiotic microorganisms are more active acidifiers and determine whether homofermentative and heterofermentative fermentation processes occur.

Working on the case study "Bioconversion of Agricultural Waste to Produce Sorbents," schoolchildren explored the potential of converting organic agricultural waste into biosorbents capable of effectively purifying water and soil contaminants. They mastered methods for analyzing the effectiveness of the resulting biosorbents and deepened their knowledge of biotechnology, ecology, and chemistry.

Anna Sevastyanova, senior lecturer and developer of the case study, commented: "The production of biosorbents from lignocellulosic raw materials is a relevant area of environmental biotechnology, as it offers a cost-effective and environmentally friendly solution for purifying aquatic environments from hazardous pollutants, while using renewable and affordable raw materials—agricultural waste." These technologies are consistent with the principles of a circular economy, transforming waste into a valuable product, helping to reduce environmental impacts, and responding to the global trend toward the implementation of "green" and zero-waste technologies.

After completing the practical part, all teams had one day to analyze their results and prepare a presentation to defend their assignments.

On the final day of the tournament, each team performed in front of all participants and a panel of experts, which included teachers and student mentors.

The winners commented on their participation: "The Applied Biotechnology Case Tournament left us with nothing but positive emotions. Working in a team with peers from other schools united by a common goal was one of the most memorable experiences. In the practical part of the project, we determined the differences between the proposed probiotic microorganisms in terms of their accumulation of metabolic products and identified which probiotics were the most active acid formers. It was the perfect balance of a complex intellectual challenge, a friendly atmosphere, and professional growth."

Ilona Pankina, Head of Career Guidance at the Higher School of Business and Applied Sciences, shared: This year marked the seventh "Applied Biotechnology" case tournament. Students from numerous St. Petersburg educational institutions participated, necessitating a competitive selection process. This allowed us to bring together the strongest, most prepared, and most motivated students, and collaboration with them is invariably particularly engaging, contributing to the development of new approaches and methods of education that take into account modern trends. It's particularly important that the winners and runners-up of the case tournament received a unique opportunity to earn an additional five points toward their Unified State Exam scores for admission to SPbPU. It's especially gratifying to realize that over the course of the event, we've already secured a number of educational institutions as our regular partners. And, of course, it's important to note that our efforts are not in vain: statistics show that many case tournament participants successfully enroll at the Polytechnic University.

Elena Belokurova, the developer of one of the case assignments, also shared her impressions: "Schoolchildren don't study Microbiology, so I was worried that the case participants would encounter certain difficulties. But I was pleased to see that many of the team members are active students and participate in numerous events held by supplementary education centers, so they resolutely tackled the practical portion and completed it successfully. Many participants studied not only domestic literature but also articles by international authors and presented very well at their defenses. My student mentors and I were very pleased with this, and we would like to see our case participants among the applicants and students of the Higher School of Business and Applied Mathematics.

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On December 9, the State University of Management held a lecture entitled "Patriotic Education and Unity of the Peoples of Russia." It was part of the University Team Competition for Youth Policy and Educational Activities, in which the First Management University became a finalist.

The speaker was Pavel Pavlovsky, Vice-Rector of the State University of Management, who informed students about the university's various work in these areas, grant support opportunities, interactions with partners, and ongoing events.

"Patriotic education is often associated with its military-patriotic focus, but in fact, it encompasses many other aspects. Our university implements the "Service Learning" educational program, runs the International Friendship Club, hosts educational trips called the "Successful Leader's Club," and hosts creative competitions such as "Talent Parade," "Mr. GUU," and "Miss GUU." All of these are integral parts of patriotic education," noted the GUU Vice-Rector.

Pavel Vladimirovich also emphasized the importance of participating in such events for future leaders, in order to gain practical experience in organizing and implementing various projects, as well as establishing horizontal connections that significantly facilitate the accomplishment of any management tasks in the present and future.

"The main product of any university is its graduates. And if, after receiving a higher education diploma, they not only possess the knowledge and skills but also have a clear understanding of their civic position, then our work in patriotic education has been done correctly," concluded Pavel Pavlovsky.

As a reminder, the GUU team became a finalist in the University Team Competition for Youth Policy and Educational Activities in the category "Patriotic Education and Unity of the Peoples of Russia."

On December 16, representatives of our university will defend their projects before a distinguished jury at the All-Russian Congress on Youth Policy and Educational Activities. One hundred and forty-three finalists representing 136 educational institutions from 58 regions of Russia will compete for victory. A total of 866 applications were submitted by university youth policy teams from 82 regions of Russia.

The competition for university teams in youth policy and educational activities is being implemented by the Znanie Society in collaboration with the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation, with the support of Rosmolodezh.

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