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• Student Spotlight: Oludotun Fawole, Nigeria

  What if a robot could help organize your thoughts, connect your ideas, and think more clearly? That’s the kind of future Oludotun, a student of robotics at ITMO University, is interested in building.

  09.04.2026

• Student Spotlight: Syed Muhammad Shajee Raza, Pakistan

  In a world increasingly driven by algorithms, Shajee Raza is focused on understanding what powers them: data. As a Master’s student in big data and machine learning at ITMO, he’s working at the intersection of theory, systems, and real-world applications. Read on.

  02.04.2026

• Student Spotlight: Byeibitkhan Khalifa, Mongolia

  What if machines could learn the way humans do? For Byeibitkhan, this question is at the heart of his work. Now pursuing a Master’s degree at ITMO, this student from Mongolia is blending neuroscience and technology to rethink how intelligent systems are built.

  26.03.2026

• Student Spotlight: Rami Mhanna, Syria

  Behind every cell lies an intricate system; exploring this hidden layer of biology is exactly what motivates Rami Mhanna. This Master’s student from Syria is studying gene regulation and epigenetics. Recently, his research project earned him a grant and the opportunity to expand his scientific work. Read on to learn more.

  19.03.2026

• Student Spotlight: Abu Bakar, Pakistan

  As the world becomes increasingly data-driven, professionals who can translate complex datasets into meaningful insights are more important than ever. Abu Bakar, a Master’s student in big data and machine learning at ITMO, is preparing to do exactly that. Dive deeper to learn more about his experiences, ambitions, and dreams.

  12.03.2026

• Student Spotlight: Chizoba Nzeakor, Nigeria

  Growing up in Enugu, a city shaped by geography and industry, Chizoba learned early that cities tell stories. Today, as a Master’s student in digital urban studies, she explores how data and technology can redesign those stories for a rapidly urbanizing world, particularly across Africa. Read on to learn more about her and her inspiring work.

  05.03.2026

• Student Spotlight: Anas Salami, Syria

  Anas Salami has always wanted to know what happens behind the screen. Now, at ITMO, he’s turning that curiosity into engineering expertise as a student at ITMO’s Computer Systems and Technologies Bachelor’s program. Read on to find out more about his journey so far.

  26.02.2026

• Student Spotlight: Er Mert, Turkey

  With dreams of developing an AI-based service that will benefit many, Er Mert came to ITMO to hone his skills in computer science. Balancing a full-time job with intensive classes, he is getting closer to his goal one step at a time. Learn his story in today’s interview.

  19.02.2026

• Student Spotlight: Viviana Troya Jima, Ecuador

  Curiosity can take you far across continents and into entirely new fields of study. Viviana, a Bachelor’s student of infochemistry at ITMO, is using her love for science to create a future shaped by technology and innovation. Read on to learn more about her impressions, experiences, and ambitions.

  05.02.2026

• Student Spotlight: Hilux Fokou Ngoumo, Cameroon

  For Hilux Fokou Ngoumo, technology only matters when it has real-world impact. Currently pursuing a Master’s degree in information security at ITMO, he’s got his sights set on international advocacy, climate-focused digital projects, and using cybersecurity as a force for trust. Read on!

  29.01.2026