Research
When it comes to studying the fundamental processes of our reality, such as various quantum phenomena, one challenge left unsolved – until recently – has been about finding a way to preserve certain properties of twisted electrons. But now, a research team from ITMO has unveiled a mathematical model that shows how twisted particles can maintain their quantum properties within an accelerator. Next up, the scientists intend to conduct on-site experiments to confirm their discovery.
Read more: ITMO Physicists Propose Ultra-Fast Acceleration Method for Twisted Particles
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No, Micrometron is not the name of an obscure Transformers character. Instead, it is a new software-hardware complex that intends to accelerate quality control processes in various contexts – from metallurgy to prosthetics. Combining a high-precision measuring unit with specialized analytical software, it is able to assess the quality of machine parts, implants, and other products under 30 mm in size.
Read more: ITMO Presents Russia’s First Intelligent Control System for Microimplants and Precision Components
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ITMO-Made ProAGI Multiagent System Accelerates Industrial Software Production by up to 10 Times
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At the moment, an MRI scan of the knee can take a half-hour or longer – an issue not only for patients, but also for hospitals dealing with scheduling and queues. Now, an AI model developed by ITMO Master’s students cuts the scan time by four times; results are ready within just 5-10 minutes, all thanks to an algorithm that uses medical data to “fill in the blanks.” The produced images are comparable in quality and accuracy to regular MRI scans. In addition, the model comes with a built-in self-assessment module.
Read more: ITMO and Genotek Scientists Use AI to Conduct Knee MRI in Five Minutes
Students
The ITMO Accelerator’s first Demo Day of 2026 went off without a hitch. Throughout the event, 13 teams presented a varied spectrum of projects to representatives of the university’s partner companies in tech, telecommunications, and even online real estate. Top awards went to an AI-based “pet doctor,” high-tech inks and paints, and a service that helps businesses gain online visibility.
Read more: New Partners, AI, and Deep Tech: Highlights of ITMO Accelerator's Latest Demo Day
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The Russian finals of the international Global Student Entrepreneur Awards have concluded – and two ITMO students are among the winners! One of the laureates, Master’s student Veronika Boltenkova, came to the competition with an AI solution that fine-tunes any paperwork to comply with nationwide regulations, state standards, and more. The other, PhD student Artem Meinov, brought in an AI-powered prosthetic and exercise system that adjusts training sessions based on its user’s behavior and health metrics.
Read more: ITMO Students Among Best at GSEA Russia Competition of Young Entrepreneurs
