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Rosgeotech Engineering School retained its position in the Advanced Engineering Schools ranking.

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On February 27, universities participating in the second wave of the federal project "Advanced Engineering Schools" presented reports on their work through 2025, including representatives of the RosGeoTech Advanced Engineering School, which is being implemented at the M.D. Millionshchikov State Petroleum Technological University in collaboration with the State University of Management.

The project implementation results were assessed by a Council chaired by Russian Minister of Science and Higher Education Valery Falkov. Reports from 20 schools opened in December 2023 were presented at the meeting.

The RosGeoTech Engineering School team presented results on engineering training, research, new technology development, and objectives for 2026.

The team included: Andrey Luzhetsky, Head of the RosGeoTech School of Industrial and Applied Sciences; Magomed Mintsaev, Rector of the State Petroleum Technical University; Maria Karelina, Vice-Rector of the State University of Management; Khusain Betiev, Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade of the Chechen Republic; and Boris Nikishin, Chief Specialist of the HR Department of Rosneft Oil Company.

The speakers noted that the mission of the RosGeoTech school is to ensure Russia's leadership in innovative solutions for the sustainable development of oil-producing regions, including the efficient exploitation of fields at the final stage of their life cycle.

The team presented significant results from research projects implemented in the interests of sustainable development in Russia's oil and gas producing regions:

A mobile pilot plant for reagent-free removal of solid deposits from industrial pipelines; "Geothermics-5" – a pilot plant for generating electricity using a low-potential carrier – oil well water; production of rare elements for industry – promising flooded oil wells have been identified, results have been obtained for extracting iodine from produced water using environmentally friendly oxidizers; conversion of oil-contaminated areas of the North Caucasus Federal District to agricultural use through bioremediation technology.

The school is particularly proud of the opening of three special educational spaces, which have no analogues in the country:

An educational and scientific oil and gas testing ground based on real oil wells; the TOP-Engineer interactive complex center with digital twins and simulators; and the ABRIS robotics and video analytics laboratory.

The total amount of extra-budgetary funding raised over the two years of the PIS's operation amounted to over 500 million rubles. In 2025, R&D contracts worth over 127 million rubles were signed and implemented, double the previous year's figures.

The RosGeoTech PISh team successfully completed the final assessment, maintaining its position in the second group of Advanced Engineering Schools and receiving an annual development grant.

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"I'm in Business" Program: Launch Your Business This Spring

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Applications for the all-Russian "I'm in Business" program, aimed at supporting youth entrepreneurship and creating real business projects, are being accepted until March 12.

Participants will have the opportunity to work with active entrepreneurs and experts, test hypotheses, assemble a team, and go from idea to initial results.

The training will run from March 12 to May 22 and includes weekly in-person master classes from real businesspeople, meetings with entrepreneurs, mentoring for each participant, joint field trips, and much more.

Submit your application and create your own business project this spring.

The "I'm in Business" program is implemented by the "CAPITANS" Charitable Foundation with the support of the Russian Ministry of Education and Science, the Russian Ministry of Education, the Moscow Department of Entrepreneurship and Innovative Development, and the Federal Agency for Youth Affairs.

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The winners and runners-up of the All-Russian tournament "Hi-Tech Breakthrough" have been announced.

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On March 1, the Institute of Marketing at the State University of Management summarized the results of the All-Russian scientific and practical tournament "Hi-Tech Breakthrough."

In the fifth season of the tournament, over 180 participants from Russia and 17 countries competed for victory: Azerbaijan, Algeria, Angola, Afghanistan, Belarus, Vietnam, Haiti, Ghana, Egypt, Yemen, Kazakhstan, China, the Kyrgyz Republic, Sudan, Turkmenistan, the Philippines, and Ecuador.

The competition not only tested students' marketing knowledge but also developed strategies for promoting innovative products and high-tech industries. Graduating students from six Russian regions and international participants presented their marketing projects across a wide range of industries – from smart road management and high-tech fashion to mobile apps for allergy sufferers and unmanned agricultural aircraft.

Olga Ivanova, a student at the State University of Management's Institute of Marketing, won the Tournament among Russians. Second place went to Maria Nedashkovskaya, a student at RUDN University, and bronze went to Ilya Karev, a student at State University of Management.

Fifty students from China, Kazakhstan, Belarus, and other countries were recognized as international winners and runners-up of the Tournament. They will compete for places in the Institute of Marketing's Master's program in High-Tech Marketing in the 2026–2027 academic year under the government quota.

We congratulate the Tournament winners and wish them creative success, bold new ideas, and a bright career in marketing.

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First-hand accounts of the SVO: a meeting with a participant in a special military operation was held at the Main Directorate of Management.

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A meeting between students and a participant of the SVO was held at the State University of Management.

On February 27, Maxim Shmelev, a volunteer from the Veterans reconnaissance and assault brigade representing the Veterans of Russia and Veterans of the Fatherland public organizations, addressed the students.

In a "Lesson of Courage" format, the soldier shared information with the students about the types of drones, their design, combat use, and countermeasures. The meeting was held in a confidential dialogue format, so the details were kept confidential only by the participants.

The bravest students had the opportunity to try their hand at drone operations using a special computer simulator.

The State University of Management thanks the guest and representatives of the All-Russian public movement "Veterans of Russia" for their shared experience and cooperation.

We remind you that students can try their hand at UAV operators and, under special conditions, serve in the Unmanned Systems Troops—a new, high-tech branch of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation.

Conditions for students of the State University of Management:

A 12-month contract with a return to studies without losing a course. Studying continues remotely, with payment at the university's expense. Free retraining courses at the State University of Management.

Details about the program can be found on the official website, and you can apply using this link.

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The Polytechnic University team triumphed at the robot fighting championship in India.

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The results of the RoboWars international robot fighting championship, held in Surat during the Mindbend 2026 technology festival, have been announced in India. The event brought together over 80 teams from around the world. Several days of intense battles against top competitors earned two podium places for the CML-team from the Experimental Design Bureau of the Advanced Engineering School "Digital Engineering." The team took first and third place in the 1.5 kg category with their robots "Walrus" and "Weasel."

The annual Mindbend technology festival is organized by the Sardar Vallabhbhai National Institute of Technology. The event brings together leading scientists and engineers from numerous universities. The festival traditionally features the international robot fighting championship, RoboWars.

St. Petersburg was represented by the CML-team of the Experimental Design Bureau of the Digital Engineering School of Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University. The team included engineers from the Experimental Design Bureau of the Digital Engineering School of the St. Petersburg Polytechnic University, Daria Kuatkhina and Vsevolod Bolshakov.

In a tense battle, the "Walrus" robot defeated a robot from India in the finals and took first place in the 1.5 kg category. "Laska" also defeated the Indian team and took third place in the 1.5 kg category.

From the very first battles, it was clear that the participants' level of training was significantly higher than last year. The organizers brought together robots of different weight categories (up to 1.5, up to 8, and up to 15 kg) on a single competition field. This allowed both participants and spectators to enjoy the spectacular battles and share a festive spirit. "Of course, we spent a lot of time and effort thoroughly preparing for the competition and were confident. And in the finals, we were really emotionally boosted by the Russian songs the organizers played especially for us, like "Mother," shared Daria Kuatkhina, the curator of the Morzh robot.

During the battle, the robot is controlled by a single pilot, who also serves as the supervisor. However, robot combat competitions always require extensive team training. We discussed the best technical solutions for the robot with my colleagues at the Advanced Engineering School: some provided advice on the electronics, others helped find the best solution for the chassis. This makes our team more experienced and closer. I would especially like to thank Alexey Ivanovich Borovkov, Director of the Polytechnic University's Digital Engineering School, for his comprehensive support," noted Vsevolod Bolshakov, supervisor of the "Laska" robot.

It's important to note that robot fighting championships are primarily competitions in engineering skills. Participants designed robots for battle, manufactured the components, assembled them, and mastered their controls.

The Morzh robot is equipped with a 120 mm diameter "Frame"-type active weapon made of 40X steel. The body consists of four frames and three covers made of D16T aluminum alloy. The weapon is driven by a belt drive from a brushless motor. A thermoplastic polyurethane "skirt" provides armor protection. The weapon rotates at 18,000 rpm.

"Laska" is constructed in a triangular frame made of two aluminum plates and four supports. The robot is equipped with a vertical spinner with a diameter of 100 mm, and side armor printed from thermoplastic polyurethane serves as armor. The robot moves on cast polyurethane wheels. They, like the weapon, are driven by brushless motors. The weapon rotates at 12,000 rpm.

The success of the Polytechnicians was widely covered in the media:

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High-rise construction in the Leningrad region: a project session was held at the Polytechnic University

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At SPbPU onII All-Russian Scientific and Practical Conference "Innovative Approaches in Urban Development: Science, Education, Practice" A project session entitled "High-Rise Construction in the Leningrad Region" was held. The event was organized by the St. Petersburg Polytechnic University's Institute of Civil Engineering for senior undergraduate and graduate students from specialized universities in St. Petersburg.

The co-organizers were the Arch-Event Association of Architects and the Council for Architecture and Urban Development of the Leningrad Region and Northwest Russia under the Union of Architects of St. Petersburg and the Leningrad Region. The session partner was the company Rechnoy Fasad. The curator was Maria Drebezgova, Associate Professor at the Institute of Contemporary Art's Higher School of Design and Architecture.

Before the project began, participants attended introductory lectures from leading practicing architects from Moscow and St. Petersburg. Anton Nadtochiy, an architect and member of the Moscow Union of Architects, presented a paper titled "New Urban Planning Approaches and High-Rise Construction," in which he outlined contemporary trends in urban fabric formation. Anna Shtepa, chief architect of Apex Design Bureau, revealed the intricacies of "Design Features of High-Rise Urban Complexes at the Initial Stage," focusing on engineering and technical aspects.

A separate lecture by Natalia Furman, Director of the Architecture and Design Department at SM Arkitekter, was devoted to the influence of architectural structures on the image of territories. Using practical examples, the lecturer demonstrated how an innovative approach can transform ordinary buildings into a magnet.

Following the lectures, teams of students from the Institute of Social Studies of St. Petersburg Polytechnic University and St. Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering (SPbPU) began working on two development sites: in Kudrovo (Zanevskoye Settlement) and the southern part of Murino. Over the course of four hours, under the guidance of experienced architects and university professors, the participants developed and formulated their territorial development concepts.

The SPbPU teams were led by Arseniy Mamoshin, chief project architect at the Mamoshin Architectural Studio, and Oleg Manov, head of the FUTURA-ARCHITECTS studio. The teams were mentored by Galina Bardina and Alexandra Zatsepina, senior lecturers at the Higher School of Industrial, Civil, and Road Construction.

The team, supervised by Galina Bardina, presented a concept that envisions forming an architectural ensemble from several volumes, varying in number of stories. The design is based on constructivist principles, inspired by the Leningrad avant-garde, with an emphasis on the geometric purity of form.

The team, supervised by Alexandra Zatsepina, based their composition on the principle of hyperbole: the concept begins with horizontal elements and progresses to a dominant vertical feature. This helps seamlessly connect the existing development with the new high-rise.

Upon completion of their work, the students presented their projects to the session's expert council. The experts noted the high professional level and diversity of approaches. They also praised the students' insightful assessment of the role of the designed skyscrapers in the agglomeration development of two adjacent constituent entities of the Russian Federation.

The students proved they have the courage to dream and the talent to transform those dreams into architecture. The task of professionals is to teach them to live up to this courage in the face of the real urban fabric, noted the organizers from Arch-Event in their closing remarks.

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A meeting between students and Novosibirsk Region Prosecutor Alexander Buchman took place at NSU.

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Today, a meeting of students majoring in Jurisprudence was held at Novosibirsk State University. Institute of Philosophy and Law and the Faculty of Economics of Novosibirsk State University with the Prosecutor of the Novosibirsk Region, State Counselor of Justice, Second Class, Alexander Buchman. The event attracted over 300 people. The discussion focused on current issues related to the prevention of extremism and terrorism, cyberfraud, and financial scams. Alexander Efimovich also discussed why he chose the prosecutor's profession, how he began his career, and what it takes to achieve excellence in the legal profession.

At the beginning of the meeting, Alexander Efimovich, speaking about the goals of the event, noted:

"I'd like to answer your questions today and warn you against even the slightest step that could harm you and your loved ones. We're seeing a lot of text messages these days, offering various ways to make money, and committing a huge number of crimes related to fraud, drug trafficking, and so on. As a result, people are getting drawn into gang crimes, which can lead to certain consequences. I urge you to be responsible, mindful, and cautious about your actions."

New fraud methods emerge weekly, including those using new technologies such as artificial intelligence and neural networks. These days, these include not only financial pyramids and banking, but also medical centers. However, our country has the necessary legal framework to prevent such acts and establish fair punishments.

In recent years, the age of criminal responsibility for certain extremist and terrorist crimes has been lowered. Asked about the purpose of these changes, Alexander Buchman explained:

The purpose of introducing criminal liability and additional criminal statutes is to prevent young people from feeling they have impunity. It's also a form of prevention, so that everyone understands that if they commit any act, it will be a criminal offense and they won't be released. Then, accordingly, it will act as a deterrent and stop young people from committing crimes.

Giving advice on what to do if you receive offers from suspicious accounts, the regional prosecutor emphasized the need to immediately block them and contact the police or the duty unit. Furthermore, the "Youth Cyber Squad" movement operates in the Novosibirsk Region, where you can also report fraud.

Alexander Buchman eagerly answered students' questions about his work. He chose his career path in his second year of law school, when he interned at the transport prosecutor's office. He enjoyed the work and decided to pursue a career in the prosecutor's office. When asked what it takes to achieve greatness in his career, he emphasized the importance of loving your job, working hard, and embracing opportunities that arise along the way.

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146 years of management history

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On March 3, 1880, the Aleksandrovsk Commercial School was founded, which became the historical foundation of the State University of Management.

The school was established on the initiative of Nikolai Naidenov, Chairman of the Moscow Exchange Committee, founder, and board member of the Moscow Merchant Bank, in commemoration of the 25th anniversary of the reign of Emperor Alexander II. The proposal received financial support from Moscow's wealthiest industrialists and financiers, major trading houses, a number of manufactories, and the Moscow Merchant Bank.

The new educational institution, operating on a commercial basis, trained "children of members of the merchant class for commercial activities." The curriculum, approved by the Ministry of Finance in agreement with the Ministry of Public Education of the Russian Empire, was adopted on July 11, 1885, and the first academic year began that same year.

Prominent scholars of the time taught both general and specialized subjects at the Alexander Commercial School, including the history of trade, commodity science, accounting, political economy, law, and others. Emphasis was placed on the practical side of education and the development of systems thinking.

In subsequent years, new educational structures focusing on management were formed on the school's foundation. Through a series of institutional transformations, it was this educational line that led to the creation of the modern State University of Management, ensuring the continuity of the management school. Over these decades, the educational institution has undergone a significant transformation, while preserving its most important characteristic—its management DNA.

Vladimir Stroyev, Rector of the State University of Management, has repeatedly emphasized that a modern university should not be constrained by political prejudices. Therefore, the university is reclaiming elements of its historical memory—the Order of the Red Banner of Labor has once again graced the façade, and a bust of Sergo Ordzhonikidze has been installed in the hall.

Congratulations to the students, faculty, and staff on the university's 146th anniversary! May this milestone serve as another milestone for further development and new achievements.

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NSU is developing a method for comprehensive predictive diagnostics of age-related muscle failure.

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Scientists Institute of Medicine and Medical Technologies NSU's Institute of Medical and Technical Medicine (IMMT) is developing a comprehensive diagnostic method for the neuromuscular system, which will ultimately aid in the prevention and correction of age-related muscle weakness (sarcopenia). The work is being conducted as part of the project "Comprehensive Modulation of Neuroplasticity Reserves in Sarcopenia Correction," which is part of the strategic technology project "Center for the Integration of Biomedicine and Pharmaceutics," supported by the Priority 2030 program.

The term "sarcopenia" comes from the Greek words sarcos (meat, flesh) and penia (deficiency). It refers to a progressive and systemic loss of muscle mass, strength, and function. It has now been established that it is not simply age-related muscle atrophy, a consequence of aging, but a clinically confirmed condition that can be diagnosed and treated. Sarcopenia can be caused not only by aging but also by other factors, including lifestyle, work habits, diet, and acute and chronic illnesses.

The project, implemented by NSU scientists, is based on the development and scientific substantiation of a neurocentric model for the prevention and correction of sarcopenia, based on the complex modulation of the central nervous system's neuroplasticity reserves, that is, mechanisms influencing the nervous system's ability to change structure and function in response to new experiences, learning, and changes in the environment.

NSU, with its proposed neurocentric model, is a pioneer not only in Russia but also in the post-Soviet space. Most research teams in our country and worldwide continue to develop strategies aimed directly at muscle tissue and its metabolism. The prevailing model views sarcopenia primarily as a localized muscle tissue problem, focusing on the study of mitochondrial dysfunction, cellular aging, chronic inflammation, and insulin resistance.

The dominant model recognizes the role of the nervous system as a factor in pathogenesis, such as the decline in motor neurons and the deterioration of neuromuscular transmission with age. However, placing neuroplasticity at the center of research attention and therapeutic intervention is a fundamentally new approach, which constitutes its main scientific novelty and potential advantage.

"The uniqueness of the approach proposed at NSU lies in the fact that we view sarcopenia not only as a degenerative process in muscle tissue caused by diseases, conditions, or age, but also as a result of dysfunction of the central neuromuscular control mechanisms. From this perspective, the most promising approach is to study neuroplasticity, as it underlies the restoration and maintenance of motor function. Targeted correction of nervous system plasticity, for example, through cognitive-motor training, neurostimulation, or pharmacological interventions, can become a key element in developing effective strategies to combat sarcopenia," explained Daria Podchinenova, PhD, Deputy Director for Research at the NSU Institute of Medical and Medical Technologies.

In 2025, the first stage of the project resulted in the creation and patenting of a unique, Siberian-first structured database of key clinical and paraclinical markers of sarcopenia and body composition (the ratio of various body components—fat, lean mass, muscle, water, etc.), as well as a database of neuroimaging maps (brain images obtained using various imaging methods). The uniqueness of the assembled database lies in the fundamental expansion of the diagnostic research field. The database is not limited to standard sarcopenia indicators (muscle mass, grip strength, gait speed), but was developed for the comprehensive study of sarcopenia as a systemic process. Functional diagnostics, biochemistry, and cellular immunology data are integrated within a single platform. The database is intended to form the basis for a personalized approach to the diagnosis and management of sarcopenia. In total, it contains data from nearly 3,000 patients.

Based on the collected information, NSU scientists developed a comprehensive diagnostic algorithm for assessing the neuromuscular system and key methodological recommendations for the diagnosis and application of neuroplasticity modulation methods in sarcopenia prevention and correction programs for implementation in healthcare institutions and gerontology centers.

Also, in parallel, the necessary potential elements of the diagnostic complex are being developed – key neuromarkers (BDNF, galanin, beta-amyloid, tau protein, myokines: meteorin-like protein, irisin, myostatin, FGF-21, IGF-1 metabolites, insulin), neuroimaging markers and predictors, such as the volume of gray matter in the motor areas, the thickness of the precentral gyrus, indicating a decrease in neuroplasticity and associated with the risk of development and progression of sarcopenia.

"Thanks to projects like these, NSU is developing a new strategic direction within the personalized ("7P") medicine paradigm. A longitudinal observation system has been launched at the NSU Medical Center, collecting data from the same patients over a long period of time, and unique databases have been created. Students, residents, and young scientists from the NSU Institute of Medicine and Medical Technologies are participating in this work," said Maria Matveeva, MD, Associate Professor of the Department of Clinical Health Modeling and Personalized Medicine at the NSU Institute of Medical and Medical Technologies and the project manager.

The overall project is designed to last five years, and by 2030, the plan is to develop a method for comprehensive diagnostic assessment of the neuromuscular system, including MRI protocols, biomarker panels, and approaches to modulating neuroplasticity in comprehensive sarcopenia prevention and correction programs. These are planned to be tested at partner clinical centers—with whom collaboration agreements have already been concluded—in order to identify specific, most effective methods for modulating neuroplasticity.

Active longevity is a priority for Russian healthcare, so identifying and promptly addressing the factors that can limit age-related physical activity, reduce life expectancy, and impair quality of life is crucial. Furthermore, the guidelines being developed for diagnosing and modulating neuroplasticity will help reduce rehabilitation costs through early prevention of sarcopenia and associated diseases.

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Heading for Space: Polytechnic University to Teach Schoolchildren Rocket Building

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The Polytechnic University has developed a unique rocket modeling course for schoolchildren: learn how to design, build, and test a hydropneumatic rocket from scratch right on the school stadium. The educational program includes a technology kit with all the necessary components (from controllers and wires to a rescue parachute), a research unit, 3D modeling modules, circuit design, and programming. The course was developed with the support of the federal program "Priority 2030."

"Rocket science is a strategic industry for Russia, and the new program is conceptually linked to the national project "Space" and the federal project of the Russian Ministry of Education and Science "Personnel for Space." In practical terms, it aims to focus students' attention on the practical application of the knowledge they acquire in school. This means we want to clearly demonstrate to students what they can do with their school knowledge in mathematics, physics, computer science, and technology. Furthermore, the "Rocket Modeling" program serves as an early career guidance tool for schoolchildren, as its structure allows participants to explore a wide range of fields—from programming to engineering," explains Dmitry Tikhonov, Vice-Rector for Continuing and Pre-University Education at SPbPU, explaining the significance of the new educational program.

The "Rocket Modeling" supplementary education program, which includes a special technology kit, "Class S-6-A Rocket Model. Hydropneumatic Rocket Model," is designed for students starting in fifth grade. The course is designed to last one year. Its structure includes methodological training for supplementary education teachers at SPbPU, followed by implementation in schools, lyceums, and colleges. For this purpose, the course authors have developed special teaching aids.

The "Rocket Modeling" program modules include software development (the educational version of "Kompas-3D") and the Arduino electronics development platform. Students will also be able to implement circuit design projects. The program includes a set of equipment and materials for assembling a rocket model, as well as an educational kit for assembling a rescue system based on an Arduino Nano microcontroller, a BMP 280 sensor, and an SG90 servo motor.

The basic kit includes all the necessary components to assemble a ready-to-use rocket model measuring 70 cm in length and weighing 400 grams. The model is designed for an average flight altitude of 28 meters, making it safe to launch from any school stadium.

One of our goals, beyond the educational aspect, is to engage students in the sport of rocket modeling. Although the program is designed for students in grades 5 and up, we are also open to teaching younger students who are truly interested in rocket modeling. Initially, we offer students the opportunity to build S-3-A (parachute) and S-6-A (brake band) rocket models, and then, if they are interested, they can move on to more complex models. Since the program involves the use of model rocket engines, the propulsion equipment, launch organization, and execution will be supported by SPbPU," explained Yegor Temirgaliyev, the course developer and senior lecturer at SPbPU's Graduate School of Industrial Management.

The model built within the course is designed for multiple use, so the program includes research into the dependence of readings on nozzle geometry and the ratio of working fluid to pressure in the propeller, as well as a comparative analysis of the obtained data with theoretical calculations.

The first course of the Rocket Modeling program will begin in September 2026.

SPbPU systematically engages schoolchildren in the topic of rocket modeling and rocket science. In September 2025, as part of the Engineering League rocket science intensive educational program, young engineers visited the Baikonur Cosmodrome., where they witnessed the launch of the Soyuz-2.1a launch vehicle and learned about the history of the conquest of the Universe. This trip is a shining example of the Polytechnic University's strategy for engaging talented youth. The Engineering League project allows schoolchildren not only to gain theoretical knowledge in rocket science but also to see its practical application in the real economy, meet future employers, and immerse themselves in the professional environment.

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