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The fifth Model UN scientific and business game was held at the State University of Management. The agenda focused on the topical issue of "Forming an Inclusive and Sustainable Global Economy in the Context of Technological Transformation."

This year, the event was attended by students from GUU, the Peoples' Friendship University of Russia named after Patrice Lumumba (RUDN), and the State Academic University for the Humanities (GAUGN), as well as students from the Letovo School and the GUU Pre-University.

Professor Nikolai Omelchenko, Head of the Department of Public Administration and Political Technologies, and Anton Vorobyov, Associate Professor of the Department, addressed the audience with welcoming remarks.

Participants in the scientific and business game played the roles of representatives from various United Nations member countries and discussed global issues related to the meeting's main theme. Following the meeting, a final resolution was adopted and the best delegates were selected.

The winner in the "Best Delegate" category was Maxim Prudnikov from the State University of Humanities, and the title of "Most Constructive Delegate" was awarded to Roman Ashchekin from the same university.

"The most valuable thing for me was the process of working together on the resolution," shared Dmitry Abramov, a student at the State University of Management. "Despite our different positions, we managed to combine our efforts and create a document that takes into account the interests of all parties."

The event was organized by the Department of Public Administration and Political Technologies of the State University of Management.

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On November 26, the 5th Congress of Young Scientists opened at the Sirius University of Science and Technology. The forum's events traditionally featured a delegation from SUM: Rector Vladimir Stroyev, Vice Rectors Maria Karelina and Vitaly Lapshenkov, young university scientists, and international graduate and undergraduate students.

The Congress of Young Scientists is a key event of the Decade of Science and Technology, a major platform for dialogue between science, government, and the real economy. It provides an opportunity to jointly review the past year's achievements and serves as a starting point for new ambitious projects. Our delegation has already signed agreements that will mark the beginning of new areas of work and development. A trilateral agreement on cooperation in science and technology, involving young scientists, was signed by Vladimir Stroyev, Rector of the State University of Management, Dmitry Repnikov, Chairman of the Expert Council on International Cooperation in Education and Science under the State Duma Committee on Science and Higher Education, and Ivan Poselsky, Head of the Moscow Division of Promavto Group. Furthermore, a trilateral memorandum on joint work in science and technology was drafted and signed between the State University of Management, the Expert Council, and BUSINESS INTEGRATION SOLUTION.

Vladimir Sipyagin, First Deputy Chairman of the State Duma Committee on Science and Higher Education, was a guest of honor at the signing ceremony. He emphasized, "The development of science and technology rests on three pillars: education, research, and applied businesses working in the field of new technologies, which is crucial for our country—the companies with whom agreements were signed today. The State Duma platform, which is the expert council, is where proposals from businesses and the educational community are translated into legislative initiatives. I congratulate the participants of today's signings, and I am confident that these collaborations have a bright future ahead, leading to new scientific and practical achievements."

The congress includes events across the business, exhibition, sports, and cultural programs. The business portion traditionally features roundtables, expert sessions, and panel discussions, and also offers participants informal and interactive formats.

First-year graduate student Nguyen Thi Hai Anh shared her expectations for participating in the forum: "I'm very pleased to be participating in the Congress of Young Scientists—the most accomplished scientists and researchers have gathered here. It's a platform for dialogue and discussion of important issues and the search for solutions. I'd like to meet and interact with participants from Southeast Asia, where I'm from, Central Asia, and Africa. I also hope to discover new thoughts and ideas on the issues I'm researching in my dissertation."

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On November 26, the 5th Congress of Young Scientists opened at the Sirius University of Science and Technology. Its program covered key areas of Russia's scientific and technological development. This federal-level event brought together international formats, including the BRICS Forum on Social Sciences and Humanities, strategic sessions on major challenges, and practical tracks for supporting scientific personnel.

Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University presented a comprehensive research development program and cutting-edge technological developments at the congress. The Polytechnic's exhibition program focused on integrating young researchers into the scientific community, building their careers, and mastering science popularization tools. The program included both applied career workshops and presentations of cutting-edge fundamental research.

The university's showcase centered on a development in additive manufacturing—a system for multi-material laser 3D printing with metals. This technology enables the creation of products with fundamentally new properties by combining various metal alloys in a single production cycle. This method opens up possibilities for synthesizing materials with gradient properties unachievable using traditional methods.

Visitors to the exhibition will see examples of promising applications of the technology using specific case studies:

In medicine, this involves the creation of bimetallic implants, where a high-strength titanium alloy is combined with a more biocompatible one, allowing for the control of mechanical properties and integration with bone tissue; in the aerospace and energy industries, this involves the production of bimetallic combustion chambers with an inner wall made of heat-resistant bronze and an external reinforcing contour made of nickel alloys; in mechanical engineering, this involves the manufacture of lightweight parts with high thermal conductivity due to the combination of aluminum and copper, as well as products with a shape memory effect based on nitinol with a variable composition.

The technology, which allows for the "stitching" of different metal alloys into a single product, generated keen interest among visitors to the stand.

"For me, as someone who studies biocompatible coatings, a bimetallic implant isn't just a component, but a philosophical approach to regenerative medicine," shared Anna Kovaleva, a postgraduate student in the Department of Materials Science at Bauman Moscow State Technical University. "The ability to locally alter mechanical properties, creating a gradient from rigid to more elastic bone tissue, is a step toward personalized implants of the future. I saw here a tangible embodiment of ideas we've only read about in scientific papers."

"The demonstration of a bimetallic combustion chamber is a response to one of the key 'grand challenges' in my field," added Dmitry Samokhin, a young energy scientist from TPU. "The combination of heat resistance and strength in a single component, manufactured in a single cycle, radically changes the design approach. This isn't just an evolution in manufacturing; it's a revolution in engineering, allowing us to look beyond the capabilities of traditional materials."

The equipment presented by Polytechnic University scientists is equipped with two laser sources with a power of up to 1000 W and allows simultaneous work with four different materials in a print zone with a diameter of 150 mm and a height of 220 mm.

Another key exhibit was the Snegir family of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), created by the Digital Engineering experimental design bureau of the Advanced Engineering School of SPbPU. This project exemplifies the implementation of the end-to-end digital engineering paradigm. The vehicles were designed from scratch in record time—five months—using the university's proprietary CML-Bench® digital platform, allowing them to refine the methodology for creating digital twins.

The latest model, the Snegir-2, was presented at the congress. It is an unmanned aerial vehicle with a 3.5-meter wingspan and a takeoff weight of 25 kg. Its key features include increased stability due to improved aerodynamics and control systems, as well as a modular architecture that allows for quick adaptation for various missions. The UAV is capable of carrying a payload of up to 8 kg, reaching speeds of up to 200 km/h, and covering distances of up to 200 km. This development has formed the basis for the creation of specialized platforms for digital UAV design and certification.

The Snegir family of unmanned aerial vehicles, created using end-to-end digital engineering, has become a clear example of how university science is responding to the demands of the times.

"I was impressed not so much by the Snegir-2 model itself, but by the methodology," said Ilya Petrenko, a graduate student and aerodynamicist from Ural Federal University, a visitor to the Polytechnic University booth. "Creating an aircraft from scratch in five months is a colossal feat. The CML-Bench® platform is essentially a ready-made toolkit for us, researchers. It removes the barrier between fundamental science and applied development, allowing us to quickly verify hypotheses in a virtual environment, saving months of work and resources."

A project aimed at solving socially significant problems is the universal tracked platform "Zhuchok." This development provides freedom of movement for people with disabilities in difficult terrain and off-road conditions.

The platform boasts excellent cross-country capability: it can climb inclines of up to 35 degrees and navigate snow, sand, and mud. With a curb weight of 100 kg and a speed of up to 10 km/h, the "Zhuchok" provides a range of at least 10 km. The design features a low center of gravity, high maneuverability, and low noise. Its key feature is a universal mount that allows the platform to be used with most wheelchair models, making the technology accessible to a wide range of users.

The universal tracked platform "Zhuchok" demonstrated that high technology serves not only industry, but also the solution of pressing social problems.

"At these conferences, people often talk about breakthroughs in IT or energy, but 'Zhuchok' is an example of science with a human face," says Marina Semenova, a biophysics graduate student at MIPT. "The simplicity and versatility of the solution are key factors for its implementation. A low center of gravity and low noise are more than just performance characteristics; they are well-thought-out engineering solutions that directly impact human comfort and safety. Projects like these motivate you to pursue science because you see the direct impact of your work—improving someone's life."

The Polytechnic University's booth served as the epicenter of a lively, informal exchange. The lecture program opened with a series of events aimed at the professional development of young scientists. Applicants to the doctoral program were able to undergo a quick assessment of their admission chances and received a personalized "roadmap" from university experts.

In the interactive session "Career Paths of Postgraduate Students," successful young scientists from the Polytechnic University shared their experiences building a scientific career at the university. A report on the activities of the Student Scientific Society (SSS) was also presented, titled "From the Organization of the SSS to the Grant: Victories and Mistakes." Participants learned about best practices for attracting students to science and organizing the SSS at SPbPU, using the example of a grant received from the Russian Ministry of Education and Science.

The program continued with motivational speeches and master classes. Nikita Blagoy (IPMET) led the session "Aftershocks of Science: Navigating the Universe of Possibilities," and Kristina Shikhirina (HSE University – St. Petersburg) presented a step-by-step guide to popularizing science for student scientific fellows and young scientists' councils, focusing on effectively bringing science popularization projects to fruition.

The audience was incredibly engaged. We explored case studies on how to package complex research into understandable and viral content. It's important that young Polytechnic University scientists see popularization not as a hobby, but as a professional skill that helps attract funding and partners," noted Natalia Leontieva, Head of the SPbPU Office for Support of Research Projects and Programs.

A keynote address on the program was given by a representative of the Laboratory for Advanced Methods of Spherical Tokamak Plasma Research. Laboratory research assistant Arseny Tokarev delivered a report titled "Thermonuclear Technologies: Developing Key Competencies and Talent in the SPbPU Youth Laboratory." The scientist highlighted the Polytechnic University's contribution to one of the most important areas of global science—controlled thermonuclear fusion research. The speaker also touched on the training of a new generation of researchers for work on major Russian and international facilities, including the ITER project and the tokamak reactor technology.

"Our goal isn't simply to conduct experiments on tokamaks. We're developing a talent pool for the ITER project and future fusion reactors," Arseniy explained. "When I spoke to colleagues from other venues about our work, we discussed not abstract prospects, but the specific engineering problems that need to be solved. The congress demonstrated that a strong, close-knit community of young scientists is emerging in Russia, ready to tackle the most ambitious tasks together."

The booth's work will conclude on the first day of the congress with an interactive quiz hosted by the "Science at Polytechnic" Student Scientific Society. Participants will take three rounds of questions on the history of science, modern laboratories, and student initiatives.

The quiz and lively discussions prove that science is not just strict formulas but also a vibrant, engaging community. The SPbPU booth became a micromodel of the entire congress: a place where not only ideas are born but also professional connections that shape the future of Russian and global science.

The SPbPU program, as part of a large-scale federal event, demonstrates a comprehensive approach to training scientific personnel—from assistance with admission to graduate school and the development of soft skills to engaging young people in solving global scientific and technological problems—supported by demonstrations of high-tech developments.

The first day of the congress demonstrated its interdisciplinary nature and broad thematic scope. Dozens of parallel sessions focused on addressing "grand challenges." Participants discussed the role of artificial intelligence as a scientific tool, the prospects for fusion energy, bioprinting of organs and tissues, and the pharmaceuticals of the future. A separate section was devoted to science diplomacy, including a session on the legacy of the International Physicians for the Prevention of Nuclear War movement.

Considerable attention was paid to supporting research at all stages. The Russian Science Foundation (RSF) held a series of events, "RSF School," where young scientists learned about the rules for submitting grant applications for fundamental and applied research and were introduced to the Foundation's review system. The practical component was enhanced by sessions dedicated to the commercialization of developments and the transformation of scientific ideas into successful startups, with the support of development institutions such as Gazprombank and Rosselkhozbank.

The 5th Congress of Young Scientists, which opened on November 26, confirmed its status as the main federal platform for dialogue between science, government, and society. But behind the large-scale strategic sessions and international formats are real people—young researchers for whom the congress has become a focal point for ideas and career trajectories.

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On November 25, Vladimir Stroyev, Rector of the State University of Management, met with the GUU Council of Elders. At the beginning of the meeting, those gathered voted to include two new members: Sergei Lenshin, Director of the Institute of Distance Education, and Alexey Stepanov, Professor of the Department of Transport Complex Management.

Following the death of Council Chairman Alexey Lyalin this spring, those gathered unanimously elected Alexey Stepanov as the new head, Nikolay Omelchenko, Head of the Department of Public Administration and Political Technologies, as his deputy, and Lyudmila Derevyagina, Professor of the Department of Management Theory, retaining her position as Secretary. Nikolay Mikhailov, a member of the Council of Elders and Advisor to the Rector's Office of the State University of Management, noted that such meetings with the current university rector have become a good tradition.

Vladimir Stroyev, Rector of the State University of Management, briefed meeting participants on the university's preliminary results for 2025 and plans for the coming year.

"We're moving in the right direction and are now visible, among the leaders in higher education. People are talking about us, they want to collaborate with us, students are coming to us in large numbers, the competition for places and the quality of applicants' preparation are growing. Of course, like all universities, we anticipate changes, but we are already developing a policy and strategy to meet the new rules. If artificial barriers and restrictions on places don't appear, everything will be fine. We've picked up the pace and there's no stopping us," the rector emphasized, speaking about expanding cooperation with other universities, including in new territories. He also recalled the "GUU – SVOIm" campaign, in which the entire university community is participating.

Vladimir Stroyev also reported that the previous day, a GUU delegation had visited the Council of Supporting Scientific and Educational Organizations of the Rostec State Corporation for the first time. This demonstrates that our university is being considered a potential partner and candidate for inclusion in new joint programs: "Partnership with Rostec is a promising area of development. I believe that, unlike other universities, we can offer more practical and understandable programs for training specific specialists with specific, in-demand skills. This represents a significant amount of work that needs to be accomplished."

Another area that has demonstrated tremendous growth over the past three years is science, without which it is impossible to advance the educational process. Specifically, SMU scientists are participating in the implementation of the RosGeoTech Advanced Engineering School project at the Grozny State Petroleum Technological University named after Academician M.D. Millionshchikov (GGNTU), developing a high-tech agricultural management system in collaboration with the Omsk Agrarian Scientific Center (Omsk ASC) and Udmurt State University (UDSU), and have also won a grant to implement a technological initiative in the field of unmanned aerial systems (UAS). In the area of youth policy, the First Management School is also expanding and actively developing, reaching a new level of recognition. This year, the Digoria Expert Club and the KVN Scientific and Methodological Center were launched at our university. Alexander Maslyakov Jr., CEO of TTO AMiK, visited to study their work.

Infrastructure issues were also addressed. The rector announced that a new dormitory is planned to open next fall, and discussions are ongoing regarding the construction of a year-round stadium. Vladimir Vitalyevich also emphasized that one of the university's strengths, noted by all students, is the principle of a unified campus.

"We could increase the number of students. But we choose the quality of their training, not the number of students. Today, the economy needs specific specialists with a specific set of skills. The university environment must demonstrate a high level, and our university is no exception. SUM is implementing the presidential decrees, adhering to the schedule, moving in the direction the state needs, and is ready to implement new programs," concluded Vladimir Stroyev.

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On November 26, the planet celebrates World Information Day, established in 1994 at the initiative of UNESCO and the International Informatization Academy. This date is a call to reflect on an era when information is as necessary as air, but becomes dangerous if handled thoughtlessly.

Almost three decades ago, to find answers to questions, you had to go to the library, buy newspapers at the newsstand, or wait for the evening TV news. Today, all of humanity's knowledge fits on a smartphone: information is no longer scarce; it has become a constant flow—endless, noisy, and sometimes toxic. It's easy to drown in it: fakes spread faster than the truth, algorithms select what evokes emotion rather than what's important, and personal data becomes a black market commodity. In such an environment, we need to not simply consume, but consciously choose what to believe. And the most valuable skill of the 21st century is information literacy—the ability to distinguish truth from falsehood, think critically, seek out primary sources, and resist the temptation to share loud but empty headlines.

Of course, access to knowledge is an opportunity that should be equal for everyone, regardless of age, profession, or place of residence. But it's important to know what to do with it. Digital hygiene isn't just about passwords and antivirus software; it's also about the quality of your attention, the ability to disconnect from your feed, thoughtfully read a long article or book, and talk to someone other than through a screen. Because the most reliable test of emotion is a live conversation that takes place over a cup of tea, in a library, or among friends, where opinions collide and deepen. So, calm, quiet, ad-free spaces like libraries and hobby clubs have transformed from artifacts of the past into a kind of anchor in the midst of the digital storm.

In short, information literacy doesn't mean knowing everything. It's understanding what to trust and what to ignore, the ability to navigate the flow without losing yourself, and the courage to think for yourself. New challenges lie ahead, along with ever more sophisticated technologies and forms of deception. But one thing remains constant: the best school of critical thinking is a good book and sincere conversation. Let's take a break today: check the source, unsubscribe, and check out the library. And remember: information is neither an enemy nor a god, but merely a tool. And what it becomes depends only on us.

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The results of the competition for St. Petersburg Government scholarships for students of higher and secondary vocational education institutions—a prestigious form of support for talented young people—have been announced. This award not only provides substantial financial support but also recognizes students' academic, scientific, and personal achievements at the city level.

In 2025, hundreds of candidates from 48 universities and 39 professional educational organizations competed for the title of best. Of the 240 scholarship recipients studying in higher education programs and 80 scholarship recipients studying in secondary vocational education programs selected through the competition, 24 winners were students from the Polytechnic University.

Receiving a St. Petersburg Government scholarship is more than just financial assistance; it's a powerful incentive for further development. For our university, such achievements are objective confirmation of the high quality of our students' education and the effectiveness of our faculty in unlocking the potential of each student," commented Vice Rector for Academic Affairs Lyudmila Pankova on the competition results.

Winners of the St. Petersburg Government Scholarship Competition

Maria Belova, Higher School of Production Management IPMEiT, program: “Development and management in construction”
Ilya Voronin, Higher School of Electrical Power Systems IE, program: “Electric power systems, networks, power transmissions, their modes, stability and reliability”
Nonna Gavrikova, Higher School of Production Management IPMEiT, program: “Management in the oil and gas complex”
Artemy Goldberg, Higher School of Applied Mathematics and Computational Physics FizMekh, program: “Applied Mathematics and Bioinformatics”
Daniil Guryev, Higher School of Production Management IPMEiT, program: “Management of Oil and Gas Enterprises”
Daria Davydova, Higher School of Cyber-Physical Systems Management, IKNK, program: “Intelligent Information Processing and Control Systems”
Alexey Zhuk, Institute of Secondary Vocational Education, program: “Information systems and programming”
Maya Egorova, Higher School of Engineering and Economics IPMEiT, program: “Bioeconomics”
Elizaveta Zudova, Higher School of Technosphere Safety ISI, program: “Fire Safety”
Aidar Ibragimov, Higher School of Automation and Robotics IMMiT, program: “Design and construction of mechatronic modules and robot mechanisms”
Sofya Ivanova, Higher School of Business Engineering IPMEiT, program: “Business Engineering”
Sofya Klimova, graduate of the Higher School of Fundamental Physical Research FizMech, program: “Physics of the atomic nucleus and elementary particles”
Sergey Knyazev, Higher School of Nuclear and Thermal Energy IE, program: “Nuclear Reactors”
Valeria Kraeva, Higher School of Production Management IPMEiT, program: “Energy Management”
Alexander Kulgin, Institute of Secondary Vocational Education, program: “Cooking and confectionery”
Vadim Kurmyshov, Higher School of Technosphere Safety ISI, program: “Industrial Safety”
Artyom Mironov, Higher School of Technosphere Safety ISI, program: “Industrial Safety”
Marina Petukhova, Higher School of Technosphere Safety ISI, program: “Industrial Safety”
Alexander Popov, Higher School of Applied Physics and Space Technologies IE&T, program: “Mobile Communication Systems”
Vasily Rennie-Likhachevsky, Higher School of Fundamental Physical Research FizMekh, program: “Physics of Space and Plasma Phenomena”
Arseniy Tokarev, Higher School of Fundamental Physical Research PhysMech, program: “Physics of Space and Plasma Processes”
Liya Khabibullina, Higher School of Project Activities and Innovations in Industry IMMiT, program: “Innovation Management in the Conditions of Digital Transformation of an Organization”
Artas Shozhat, Higher School of Software Engineering IKNK, program: “Fundamentals of analysis and development of applications with large volumes of distributed data”
Diana Yakimenko, graduate of the Higher School of Production Management IPMEiT, program: “Business Administration”

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