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The Winter University in Engineering Sciences has launched at the Polytechnic University.

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On November 24, the Winter University in Engineering Sciences, "Artificial Intelligence and Digital Technologies," opened at Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University. Organized by SPbPU's Advanced Engineering School "Digital Engineering," the event is supported by the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation, the Federal State Autonomous Institution "Sociocenter," SPbPU International Services, and the SPbPU Applicant Services Center.

The goal of the Winter University is to strengthen ties and expand collaboration among young engineers. The project aims to develop engineering competencies and enhance students' qualifications in areas such as digital technologies, systems digital engineering, and artificial intelligence.

SPbPU's Advanced Engineering School, "Digital Engineering," is one of the best in the country and one of only three schools organizing an event of such scale and significance as the Winter University in Engineering Sciences. This year's theme, "Artificial Intelligence and Digital Technologies," will once again bring together talented young people passionate about digital twin technologies and industrial/engineering AI, cutting-edge neural network architectures, and science-intensive innovations in digital engineering and advanced manufacturing. This year's Winter University program is aligned with SPbPU's Development Program to 2030 and includes tracks based on three key scientific and technological areas (KST) for the university's development: systems digital engineering; materials, technologies, and manufacturing; "Artificial intelligence for solving cross-industry problems," comments Alexey Borovkov, chief designer of the SPbPU Scientific and Technical Development Center "System Digital Engineering" and director of the SPbPU Advanced Engineering School "Digital Engineering."

This year, international participation has expanded, with third- and fourth-year engineering and technical students from Russia, the CIS, China, India, Iran, South Africa, Cuba, and Indonesia taking part.

Vice-Rector for International Affairs Dmitry Arsenyev shared his opinion: "This is our third Winter University in Engineering. Each year, the geographic range of participants grows, demonstrating the great interest in the program, its topics, and the competencies of the Polytechnic University. Each year, it's a major international event, with students from various countries coming to the Northern Capital and the Polytechnic University to not only expand their knowledge base but also get to know St. Petersburg and make new friends from around the world."

This year, the Polytechnic University's Winter University acquired a key industrial partner: the Kronstadt Engineering Education Center, Russia's first online platform for training in best engineering practices.

As part of a module from the Kronstadt Center for Engineering Education, Winter University participants will undergo the same work cycle as working engineers. Students will solve specific problems related to their field of work in the fields of design, modeling, and testing, noted Sergey Salkutsan, Director of the Center for Continuing Professional Education at the Advanced Engineering School of SPbPU, "Digital Engineering."

Before the opening of the Winter University, Sergei Salkutsan visited"Morning in St. Petersburg" program On the Saint Petersburg TV channel, he spoke in detail about how the Polytechnic University unites students from all over the world and implements a large-scale project related to engineering and the use of artificial intelligence.

The two-week educational intensive was also supported by such large companies and corporations as Gazprom Neft, UEC, TVEL, Centrotech-Engineering, Power Machines, Severstal, and others.

The Winter University program, hosted by SPbPU's PISh, is designed for 200 participants and consists of technical modules, an introductory Russian language course for English-speaking students, and a cultural and entertainment program. The program includes three equivalent engineering tracks, taught in Russian and English, consisting of educational modules, project-based lab modules, and laboratory courses.

The Technologist track for Russian-speaking students

Digital Transformation and Lean Manufacturing Laboratory Intelligent Robotics and Cyber-Physical Systems Laboratory (Smart Manufacturing and Industrial AI) Project Laboratory for the Application of AI Technologies to Various Types of Data Polymer Composite Materials Laboratory

The "Engineer" track for Russian-speaking students

Modern engineering in high-tech industries, Aircraft wing aerodynamics, Design laboratory for personal effectiveness. Personal and professional skills development training.

The Innovator track for English-speaking students

Intelligent Robotics and Cyber-Physical Systems Lab (Smart Manufacturing and Industrial AI) Supply Chain Management Design Lab Opportunity Recognition and Idea Generation for High-Tech Startups

Each track combines a design module, an industrial partner module, a soft skills module, and a project module. The modules are offered in parallel, each lasting two days and taught in groups of 15-20 students. Over the course of two weeks, students will gain insight into business process optimization, industrial AI technologies, advanced neural network architectures, polymer composite materials, and modern digital engineering technologies.

The Winter University in Engineering Sciences "Artificial Intelligence and Digital Technologies" will conclude on December 7, 2025.

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Polytechnic University Media November: Scientists in the Media Spotlight, and Sports at the Top of the News

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The St. Petersburg Polytechnic University is a brand known far beyond Russia's borders. It even appears in the legendary science fiction series "The Big Bang Theory." And, of course, the Polytechnic University's name is constantly featured in the media. To ensure you don't miss a thing, we'll be sharing monthly what various media outlets are writing and showing about our university.

Let's start with November. According to the Medialogia monitoring system, Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University was mentioned more than 2,000 times in regional and federal media for the last month of autumn, with the combined audience of all publications exceeding 70 million people. Journalists traditionally cover the Polytechnic University's scientific, educational, cultural, and international activities. We'll highlight a few of these publications.

In November, the International Multimedia Press Center of the Rossiya Segodnya Media Group (Moscow) hosted a press conference titled "Engineers of the Future: Research by Scientists Changing the World Today." The event focused on the work of scientists from Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University. The press conference generated considerable interest, and over 20 news items were published following it, including:

VRIA Novosti"Business Petersburg"Gazeta.ruBusiness magazine "Profile"Newspaper "Search"

The federal television channel NTV aired the program "My Universities. The Future is in the Present." Issue about Polytechnic University The program was hosted by actor, director, and world champion ballroom dancer Arsen Agamalyan and Tatyana Yushchina, a student at the St. Petersburg Polytechnic University's Institute of Civil Engineering. The hosts visited the Polytechnic University's most advanced laboratories, met scientists and engineers, climbed the Hydrotower, danced in the White Hall, learned to play volleyball with the "Black Bears-Polytechnic" women's team, and even put out a fire with a firefighting drone.

More than 15 publications have been published about a new scientific development by Polytechnic University scientists—an improved mixing grid for a small modular nuclear reactor (SMR), designed for additive manufacturing. One of them—in"St. Petersburg Diary".

Almost 10,000 people read the longread. "Science for Growth." SPbPU Scientists Present World-Changing Developments RIA Novosti reports. The article introduces the Polytechnic University's scientific developments, created with the support of the Priority 2030 program.

The media also reports on the Polytechnicians' sporting achievements. Vecherniy Sankt-Peterburg reported onvictory of the SPbPU team in the top division of the National Student Football League.

Polytechnic University scientists, staff, and faculty traditionally become the subjects of numerous TV reports. For example, TV channel "78" aired a program about the new scientific tourism trend in St. Petersburg.illustrations from several laboratories and the Polytechnic Supercomputer Center.

And recently, the director of the Center for Continuing Professional Education of the Advanced Engineering School of SPbPU, Sergei Salkutsan, was on the air of the Saint Petersburg TV channel spoke about the Winter University.

The Public Relations Office encourages all Polytechnics to share information about new developments, promising research, and exciting university events that deserve widespread coverage. You can send questions and suggestions to mass media@spbstu.ru

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Russian-Malian cooperation in education has reached a new level.

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A delegation of RAFU universities, including the Russian State University for the Humanities and the St. Petersburg State University of Veterinary Medicine, led by Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University, the coordinator of the Russian-African Network University consortium, visited Bamako as part of a strategic project to reform higher education in the Republic of Mali.

The goal of the large-scale reform being implemented by Malians is to transform universities and research centers into genuine driving forces for the country's socioeconomic development. To achieve this goal, a cooperation agreement has been reached between the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research of the Republic of Mali and the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation.

Project coordination and methodological guidance are entrusted to the Russian-African Network University consortium, led by Peter the Great Polytechnic University. In 2025, SPbPU, as the lead developer, began developing a concept for transforming Mali's national higher education system.

The key event of the visit was the presentation of 29 core educational programs developed by the consortium's leading universities. These programs are intended for implementation in the Malian education system and are intended to lay the foundation for training highly qualified personnel who meet the country's modern economic needs.

The visit began with a meeting with Professor Bourema Kansay, Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research of Mali, also attended by the rectors of Malian universities and heads of research centers. The parties discussed cooperation priorities, including the establishment of the Polytechnic University of Bandiagara and the development of the National Center for Artificial Intelligence and Robotics.

Representatives from National Research Tomsk Polytechnic University, National Research University "MPEI," St. Petersburg State Agrarian University, and Astrakhan State Medical University joined the event via videoconference and presented in detail their programs in the fields of artificial intelligence and energy.

In his speech, SPbPU Vice-Rector for International Affairs Dmitry Arsenyev emphasized: "We are very pleased that cooperation between Malian and Russian universities is actively developing. The 29 educational programs developed represent a practical contribution by Russian universities to achieving the ambitious goals facing Mali's higher education system. We hope that this visit will lead to the development of specific roadmaps for each of the eight priority areas of study."

Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research Professor Bourema Kansay welcomed all meeting participants. He thanked the Russian universities affiliated with RAFU for their fruitful collaboration over the past year and expressed hope for the further development and deepening of this cooperation. Furthermore, the minister called on all Malian universities to join the Russian-Mali Network University consortium and contribute to the development of Russian-Mali partnership in education and science.

The strategic partnership with the Republic of Mali is a clear example of how Russian universities are willing to share their best practices and competencies to achieve common goals. The creation of a new polytechnic university in Bandiagara is a project for the future. As a flagship of engineering education in Russia, St. Petersburg Polytechnic University is proud to contribute to this endeavor. I am confident that our cooperation will drive Mali's socioeconomic development," added Dmitry Arsenyev.

The final days of the visit included working meetings to identify Mali's human resources needs, a roadmap for cooperation, and the signing of agreements for 19 Malian universities to join the RAFU consortium.

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Polytechnic's Golden Season: Our Football Players Write the University's History

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The Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University national football team won Group A of the 2025 National Student Football League Premier Division.

The Polytechnicians scored 31 points in 12 matches, winning 9 in regulation time and one in a penalty shootout.

The Black Bears scored 38 goals and conceded only 10, becoming the only team in Group A to remain undefeated in regulation time. This complete victory is the result of the coordinated work of all the players and coaching staff.

Under the leadership of Stepan Verbitsky, the team achieved a historic result—SPbPU's first gold medals in 10 years of participation in the NSFL. Previously, the footballers won silver (2018/19) and bronze (2016/17) in Group I, and also took third place in Group B (2024).

The season's top scorer is Mark Tarasov with 7 goals in 12 matches.

The top assist provider is Dmitry Gultyaev with 6 assists in 11 games.

Next season, the Polytechnicians will compete in the Igor Gamula Super League, the strongest division of the NSFL.

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A NSU graduate student has developed a method for producing a solid form of the active ingredient of an anti-smallpox drug.

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A first-year master's student at the Department of Solid State Chemistry (SSC) is conducting a study on the stability of the antiviral compound tecovirimat. Faculty of Natural Sciences (FNS) of Novosibirsk State University Alexander Ivlev, under the scientific supervision of Sergey Arkhipov, a senior lecturer in the Solid State Chemistry Department at the NSU Natural Sciences Department and a candidate of chemical sciences, and Dmitry Kolybalov, an assistant at the Solid State Chemistry Department at the NSU Natural Sciences Department. As part of their work, the scientists addressed the problem of the lack of reproducibility in experiments to obtain solid forms of the active ingredient in an anti-smallpox drug. They proposed new methods for producing several solid forms, one of which is currently undergoing patenting.

— It is generally accepted that humanity has conquered the smallpox virus (VARV). The eradication of the deadly disease it causes was confirmed in 1980 at a meeting of the World Health Assembly. There, a decision was made to halt mass vaccination against this virus, which ultimately led to a significant decline in the population's immunity to all orthopoxviruses—a large family of DNA viruses that include the causative agents of diseases such as smallpox, cowpox, and monkeypox (MPXV). Smallpox is transmitted only from person to person, but other orthopoxviruses can be transmitted from animals to humans. One such virus is monkeypox. In 2022, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the monkeypox outbreak a public health emergency of international concern. According to the WHO, from January 1, 2022, to April 30, 2025, a total of 142,141 laboratory-transmitted cases of MPXV infection were recorded, 328 of which were fatal. Work is currently underway to develop and improve vaccines, diagnostic tests, and drugs to combat the monkeypox virus. And with our research, we are contributing to solving this global problem, said Alexander Ivlev.

Tecovirimat is a chemical compound with antiviral activity against orthopoxviruses. In January 2022, the European Medicines Agency approved TPOXX®, whose active ingredient is tecovirimat, for the treatment of monkeypox virus disease. In 2023, NIOH-14, a prodrug of tecovirimat, was introduced into the Russian Federation. Tecovirimat exhibits exceptional activity against smallpox, monkeypox, cowpox, vaccinia, and other orthopoxviruses while exhibiting low toxicity. It acts by targeting the viral protein p37, which prevents the release of the virus from the infected cell and ultimately prevents its spread throughout the body. Two dosage forms of tecovirimat are currently available: capsules for oral administration and powder for intravenous injection.

Each dosage form has its own limitations and storage temperature requirements. Capsules must be stored at a temperature of 20°C to 25°C, but a temperature range of 15°C to 30°C is acceptable. Injectable powder must be stored at a temperature of 2°C to 8°C; short-term storage (up to 24 hours) at ambient temperature is permitted; freezing is not permitted. The development of this dosage form has expanded the scope of tecovirimat's use.

This drug is patented by the American company SIGA technologies. The crystal structure of tecovirimat monohydrate (solid form III) has been determined and deposited in the Cambridge Crystallographic Data Center. To date, SIGA technologies has discovered six structurally distinct solid forms of tecovirimat: two monohydrates, one hemihydrate, and three anhydrous forms. However, the crystal structure has only been determined for tecovirimat monohydrate, which is solid form III, which is easily prepared but is metastable at room temperature and gradually converts to solid form I. The crystal structures of the remaining solid forms remain unknown.

"We are studying the stability of solid forms of tecovirimat under changing environmental conditions. During the previous phase of the study, supported by the Priority 2030 program, we identified conditions for the reproducible production of solid forms of tecovirimat, determined the crystal structures of five of the six known solid forms, and identified differences in their structures. Different solid forms containing the same compound can differ significantly in their physicochemical properties (in particular, apparent solubility and dissolution rate), so this information is crucial for identifying existing solid forms and searching for new solid forms of tecovirimat, as well as developing methods for their production. Equally important is data on the stability and interconversion of different solid forms of tecovirimat, as this directly impacts the storage conditions of the dosage forms," explained Alexander Ivlev.

In a new phase of their research, the scientists addressed the critical issue of the lack of reproducibility in experiments producing solid forms of tecovirimat. They identified previously undescribed methods for producing these forms, one of which is currently undergoing patenting. A reproducible method for producing a desired solid form allows the scientists to synthesize the required quantity of the desired form, fully characterize the properties of the resulting compound, grow crystals, and determine its spatial structure and properties. The method chosen for patenting has significant potential for scalability.

Currently, the scientists have produced sufficient quantities of each solid form of tecovirimat for study, and for each, they have obtained powder diffraction profiles of higher quality than those presented in the SIGA technologies patent. For three solid forms of tecovirimat, the scientists have already demonstrated stability at low temperatures. Such data for the solid forms under study have not previously been described in the literature. Experiments are currently underway to study the stability of solid forms of tecovirimat in high-humidity environments. Combined with experiments on the effects of temperature, this will allow conclusions to be drawn regarding the feasibility of their use in the development of new dosage forms of the smallpox drug based on a metastable solid form.

To study the structures and properties of various forms of tecovirimat, the young scientist employed several methods: X-ray diffraction analysis, X-ray structural analysis, and differential scanning calorimetry. Using powder X-ray diffraction (XRD), diffraction patterns unique to each solid form were obtained and the phase purity of the crystalline product was assessed. The crystal structure of the studied substances was deciphered using single-crystal X-ray diffraction (XRD). The response of the studied forms of tecovirimat to temperature changes was determined using differential scanning calorimetry (DSC). Based on the nature of the effects upon heating or cooling the sample, they determined which solid form was more stable and determined the temperature at which one form could transform into the other, altering its crystalline structure.

Currently, the young researcher is working to determine the structure of the final, sixth, solid form of tecovirimate. The method for its production has already been discovered; the conditions for producing crystals remain to be determined. Next, they plan to search for new solid forms of tecovirimate and study their physicochemical properties. The next stage of the project will involve mechanochemical studies.

"In production, mechanical action is used to grind particles of pharmaceutical substances, but this can also lead to the transition of one solid form to another. That is, a solid form of a substance can change its crystalline structure and transform into another solid form of the same compound. And since powders of future drug substances can be subject to mechanical action in industrial settings, it is crucial to know in advance what consequences this technical process may cause," explained Alexander Ivlev.

The final stage of the work involves cocrystallizing the active ingredient of TPOXX® with other compounds to produce solid forms in which the tecovirimat molecule will be bound to other molecules via intermolecular interactions. Such experiments are necessary to obtain new solid forms with improved properties, which should ultimately improve the properties of the final product, such as its solubility or temperature stability.

"I hope that our work will ultimately lead to improved efficacy of the drug and help doctors in their work," said Alexander Ivlev.

This work is being carried out with the support of the Priority 2030 program within the framework of the youth research project competition “X-ray, synchrotron, and neutron methods of interdisciplinary research.”

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Our people in the city: GUU attended the 2025 International Mathematical Forum BRICS in St. Petersburg

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Students from the State University of Management took an active part in the business program of the 7th International Municipal Forum (IMF) of the BRICS countries, which brought together experts, government representatives, and business representatives from more than 70 countries in St. Petersburg.

The forum's primary objective was to promote the socioeconomic development of urban spaces through an open exchange of best practices and innovative solutions. Discussions focused on key aspects of urban governance: from infrastructure modernization and digital transformation to environmental, economic, cultural, and educational issues. Particular emphasis was placed on developing international partnerships and strengthening humanitarian ties between countries.

Our students—Danila Yakovlev, a Master's student in the Sustainable Development Management program, and Katerina Sukmanova, a Master's student in the Hotel Management program—presented at the plenary sessions "The Impact of Universities on Sustainable Urban Development" and "International Tourism in a Multipolar World." During the discussions, the participants discussed the successful experience of the Russian Ministry of Education and Science, including the "Startup as a Diploma" program. As a result, Bashir Abbas, General Advisor to the Federation of Rectors of Russian and Arab Universities, Samahi, invited the young scientists to a conference in Egypt. Furthermore, a productive dialogue on waste recycling issues took place with the mayor of a Brazilian city, Eder Miano Pereira.

"We are confident that the knowledge gained and new contacts will form the basis for further international cooperation and practical development of SUM projects," our students noted.

It's worth noting that the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Federal Agency for CIS Affairs, and the St. Petersburg government provided extensive organizational support for the forum, and the event's business program was held at the modern Nevskaya Ratusha complex. As for SUM, our university community continues to strengthen its unique research position, demonstrating expertise in sustainable development and international cooperation.

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Polytechnic University students win thermal power engineering Olympiad

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A team of students from Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University won the All-Russian Student Olympiad "Thermal Power Engineering-2025."

The event took place at Ivanovo State Power Engineering University named after V.I. Lenin and brought together over 70 participants from nine leading Russian universities. SPbPU was represented at the Olympiad by students from the Institute of Power Engineering's Higher School of Nuclear and Thermal Energy: Anna Artser, Elina Denezhkina, Alexander Kovalenko, Artem Petrov, and Nikita Semchenkov. The team was led by Alexey Trinchenko, Associate Professor of the Higher School of Nuclear and Thermal Energy.

Students completed challenging tasks in key areas of thermal power engineering: technical thermodynamics, heat and mass transfer, boiler systems and steam generators, superchargers, and fluid dynamics. The competition was not only distinguished by its variety of problems but also demanded flexible thinking, a deep theoretical understanding, and the ability to adapt quickly to unexpected conditions.

Three days of intense intellectual competition bore fruit: the Polytechnic students took first place in the team competition, demonstrating a high level of preparation. Nikita Semchenkov and Anna Artser won prizes in the individual competition.

An Olympiad is always a test of your ability to think outside the box. We understood that there would be a variety of problems, so we tried to cover all the topics during our preparation. However, we still encountered problems we'd never encountered before. In such a situation, the key is not to fuss or worry, but to calmly recall all the relevant formulas and try to solve at least part of the problem to score the maximum points. It's important to start preparing early, and team discussions are the key to success. I believe these factors helped us achieve a solid result. And, of course, the most important thing is to believe in yourself and the team, not to worry, to give it your all, and to calmly await the results," shared Anna Artser.

Nikita Semchenkov noted that the main challenge was the need to quickly adapt to new formulations: "The hardest part of participating in the Olympiad wasn't even the problem solving itself, but the need to adapt very quickly. There are virtually no standard problems at the Olympiad: every year you'll encounter something new, sometimes even unexpected formulations or perspectives on classical processes. You often have to combine different calculation methods on the fly, recall related subjects, and adapt to non-standard conditions. You can't prepare for such an Olympiad using notes. But you can develop what really helps: a deep understanding of theory, teamwork, and the ability to keep a cool head. Often, the winner isn't the one who knows more, but the one who gets their bearings faster and doesn't get confused when faced with a non-standard problem."

The SPbPU team's victory at the 2025 Thermal Power Engineering Olympiad was a significant achievement and confirmation of the high quality of engineer training in thermal power engineering. This success underscores the importance of systematic educational efforts, teamwork, and an understanding of fundamental engineering disciplines, and strengthens the university's position among the leaders of Russian engineering.

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Civil Service Personnel Training: An All-Russian Conference Held at the Polytechnic University

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The All-Russian scientific and practical conference with international participation, "State Transformation in a Digital Society: New Management Solutions and Security Challenges," was held at Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University. It was timed to coincide with the 10th anniversary of the Institute of Industrial Management, Economics, and Trade. The conference was organized by the Higher School of Public Administration. Key events included plenary and breakout sessions, a roundtable discussion, a discussion platform, and a business simulation.

The event opened with a plenary session, bringing together government experts, young professionals, and students interested in developing public and municipal services in the context of digital transformation. Leading public administration experts spoke at the plenary session.

Igor Murashev, Deputy Chairman of the Committee on Civil Service and Personnel Policy of the St. Petersburg Governor's Administration, presented a report entitled "Trends in the Development of the State Civil Service in St. Petersburg." He highlighted key changes, current challenges, and prospects for the development of the regional civil service.

Today, we are faced with the task of discussing key trends in the development of the civil service in the context of digitalization. Modern professionals are confronted with two opposing trends: on the one hand, the blurring of specializations, and on the other, the growing need for broad expertise and peripheral knowledge. To be in demand, you need to become unique to employers, develop your own competencies, and be able to see the big picture. It's important to be focused, see your projects through to completion, differentiate yourself from others, and understand the industry average to stay just above it. I wish everyone productive work and interesting discussions! noted Igor Murashev.

Andrey Zhabrev, head of the Polyustrovo municipality and First Deputy Chairman of the Council of Municipalities of St. Petersburg, spoke about the dynamics of local government in the city. In his speech, he noted that a new system of unified public authority is being formed, which improves governance and accountability, facilitates the integration of the municipal level into the citywide system, and ensures an equally high quality of life for all residents. According to him, this is an important step forward, allowing government bodies to work more effectively with the public and respond more quickly to their requests.

The future depends on each of you—on your attitude to work, your desire to make a difference, and your love for your homeland and region. It's important that your work is always rooted in your heart, soul, and understanding of what you do and why. Today, a new system of unified public authority is being formed, enhancing governance and accountability, integrating municipalities into the citywide system, and ensuring a uniform quality of life for all residents. This will improve the effectiveness of government bodies and their interactions with the public. You are studying at one of the oldest and best universities in the country—take advantage of this opportunity, learn from strong professors whose experience and service to society are a true foundation for future success. It's important to choose a direction that resonates with you and pursue it to the end. Be proactive, take initiative, and believe in yourself," shared Andrey Zhabrev.

Participants also found particular interest in the discussion panel "Public Service Without a Tie," held in the Posnikov Conference Hall. The panel was moderated by Igor Murashev and Maxim Ivanov, Deputy Director of the Institute of Industrial Management, Economics, and Trade.

Polytechnic University graduates, members of the Youth Personnel Reserve, and young civil servants took part in the open dialogue:

Ekaterina Makareikina, Chief Specialist of the Civil Service and Personnel Department of the Construction Committee; Yulia Katrashova, Lead Specialist of the Small and Medium Entrepreneurship Support Department of the Entrepreneurship Development Department of the Committee for Industrial Policy, Innovation, and Trade of St. Petersburg; and Ekaterina Evlampieva, Chief Specialist of the Vocational Education Department of the Education Committee.

The discussion focused on the most pressing issues for young professionals: how to enter the civil service through the Youth Personnel Reserve, what career opportunities are available in executive bodies, what the workday of a civil servant looks like, what challenges young professionals face, what skills are most in demand, how management decisions are made, and how responsibility is distributed at different levels.

Participants emphasized that it is important for modern civil servants to possess not only professional knowledge, but also flexible thinking, responsibility, and a willingness to continuously develop.

Yulia Katrashova, a 2025 graduate of the HSE Master's program, offered advice to future professionals: "You're just at the beginning of your journey. Find your field, develop, and don't be afraid of anything!"

The event was broadcast online, significantly expanding the audience for the discussion and making the discussion of public administration issues accessible to all interested parties.

The conference also included a roundtable discussion, "Serving the City: New Quality of Training for Government Personnel," moderated by HSSU associate professors Marina Ivanova and Tamara Selentyeva.

The roundtable brought together representatives of government agencies from St. Petersburg and the Leningrad Region, federal authorities, representatives of the country's regions, heads of state and municipal institutions and enterprises, and university experts. Issues related to university-government cooperation, ensuring the quality of training for public sector personnel, and experience in implementing successful joint projects were discussed.

Marina Ivanova emphasized: "The importance of such events is difficult to overestimate; it is obvious both to government agencies and, of course, to the university. Direct, open dialogue, aligned positions, and visions on providing graduates with in-demand competencies are what allow education to remain relevant, effective, and meaningful. The dialogue generated numerous new ideas and challenges for jointly ensuring the quality of training for future civil servants."

The roundtable brought together true professionals in training personnel for the civil service and municipal government. During the discussions, potential employers of our graduates raised questions about the necessary skills and abilities required of young professionals. We, on the academic side, listened to their opinions and developed a collaboration strategy to implement these plans. "I hope that next year we will be able to present the first results of the updated student training format in a similar format," shared Grigory Kulkaev, a participant in the roundtable and Deputy Director for Practical Training at HSE University.

A business game, "Elections: Candidate," was organized for conference participants. It was led by Varvara Bucherova, Deputy Chair of the St. Petersburg Youth Parliament and a 2025 graduate of the Graduate School of Public Administration (HSSU), and Nikita Golubov, representative for youth affairs of the Kalininsky District Administration of St. Petersburg. The game helped improve political literacy and understanding of the election process.

The conference consisted of three sections.

Current Trends in Public and Municipal Administration. Moderator: Victoria Degtereva, Professor, Graduate School of Public Administration. Public and Municipal Management of Socioeconomic and Environmental Development. Moderator: Natalia Putintseva, Associate Professor, Graduate School of Public Administration. Regional Economic Security: Current Challenges, Threats, and Opportunities for Improving the Effectiveness of Interagency Cooperation in the Digital Environment. Moderator: Tatyana Feofilova, Associate Professor, Graduate School of Public Administration.

During the sections, participants shared important research findings and discussed topics in the areas of public and municipal governance and economic security.

"We have gathered here to discuss how public authority is changing under the onslaught of digital technologies, what new competencies are required of civil servants, and how to ensure security in this rapid process, as economic security is becoming the foundation upon which state resilience, its technological sovereignty, and the well-being of citizens are built. Modern threats are complex: from cyberattacks on critical infrastructure to new challenges in global markets. And it is the quality of our management decisions and the effectiveness of interdepartmental cooperation in the digital environment that determines whether we can not only counter these threats but also transform them into new opportunities for development," said Olga Nadezhda, Acting Director of the Graduate School of Management.

The event became an important platform for scientific and professional dialogue, exchange of experience, and the development of new ideas in the field of public administration.

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A section was held at the Faculty of Forensic Examinations at the LXXIX International Scientific and Practical Conference "Architecture. Construction. Transport. Economics"

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Speech by Dmitry Ivanov within the framework of LXXIX International Scientific and Practical Conference "Architecture – Construction – Transport – Economics" The Faculty of Forensic Expertise and Law in Construction and Transport at St. Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering (SPbGASU) held a session of the section "Forensic Expertise and Law in Construction and Transport: Current Status, Problems, and Development Prospects." Representatives from various educational institutions discussed the development of legal sciences and forensic activities in the current context.

Of particular interest was the report by Dmitry Ivanov, Dean of the Faculty of Forensic Expertise and Law in Construction and Transport at St. Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering (SPbGASU), PhD in Law, on the specifics of the regulatory and technical framework for forensic examinations of brickwork at cultural heritage sites, as this is a pressing issue for both forensic and urban planning.

Elena Delegeoz, PhD in History and Associate Professor of the Department of Constitutional and Administrative Law at the St. Petersburg State University of Economics, presented a paper on "International Legal Cooperation of States in the Sphere of Transport under Sanctions."

Emma Sharapova, PhD in History and Associate Professor of the Department of Legal Regulation of Urban Development and Transport at St. Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering, presented a presentation entitled "On the Conclusion of Contracts with Counter-Investment Obligations by Construction Companies." She touched on the legal issues involved in raising funds for construction financing.

Conference moderator Dmitry Kasatkin, senior lecturer in the Department of Legal Regulation of Urban Development and Transport at St. Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering, summarized the meeting and wished all participants continued scientific collaboration.

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Strengthening partnership: Xi'an University of Technology delegation arrives at Polytechnic University for a long-term visit

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A working meeting with representatives of one of the university's key partners, Xi'an University of Technology, was held at Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University. The delegation arrived in St. Petersburg to strengthen scientific and educational cooperation within the framework of the joint Polytechnic Institute. The meeting took place at the Institute of Mechanical Engineering, Materials, and Transport, which is the main driver of the partnership programs between our universities. The Chinese delegation included the coordinator and instructor of the joint program, as well as a group of students.

IMMiT Director Anatoly Popovich welcomed the guests and emphasized the importance of pedagogical and scientific cooperation between our universities.

In his speech, he noted: "It is a great honor for us to once again welcome our colleagues and students from Xi'an University of Technology. Our partnership is more than just a formal agreement. It is a living organism that annually bears tangible fruit: joint research, publications, and, most importantly, the training of highly qualified engineers for industry in Russia and China. We are pleased to see that the geography and depth of our interaction are constantly expanding."

Professor Gao Peihu, head of the joint materials science program, delivered the opening remarks. He thanked SPbPU leadership for the warm welcome and the high level of organization of the educational process for Chinese students.

We highly value the contribution of SPbPU faculty to the development of our joint institute. Their lectures, delivered in Xi'an each semester, are the foundation upon which this collaboration is built. Today, we see our students gaining access to cutting-edge research within the walls of the Polytechnic University, and this is in line with our shared strategic goals," Professor Gao emphasized.

Pavel Kovalev, Deputy Director for Educational Activities at IMMiT, presented a detailed overview of the institute to guests, highlighting key research areas, the laboratory facilities, and promising projects in which Chinese students can participate.

The highlight of the visit was a three-month internship for 15 Chinese students, the program of which was developed jointly with the SPbPU International Internship Center, established under the Priority 2030 program. This internship represents an important new stage in the development of cooperation between the Polytechnic University and Xi'an University of Technology. To fully immerse themselves in the university's scientific environment, the students will conduct research under the supervision of leading IMMiT researchers Anton Naumov, Maxim Maksimov, Maxim Zamozdra, and Anton Sotov, working on topics that align with their research interests. In addition to research, the students will enjoy a comprehensive educational program, including a basic Russian language course, participation in the international conference "Robots, Additive, and Welding — RAW 2025," and training at the SPbPU Winter School in the programs "New Materials and Additive Technologies" and "Materials for Chemical Energy Sources."

This visit marked another important step in the development of a strategic partnership between SPbPU and Xi'an University of Technology, strengthening academic and scientific ties between the two leading technical universities in Russia and China.

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