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  • Cognitive Science: How Memory Works and How to Make Yours Work Better

    Ever forgot where you put your keys? Crammed for a test and aced it? Remembered how to ride a bike to your own surprise? Some might argue (and, indeed, one Ortega y Gasset does) that memory is what makes us human as it is what enables us to learn from not only the mistakes that we made ourselves but also from those made by generations before us. However true or not this statement may be, it is hard to deny our heavy reliance on memory on a day-to-day basis. But how much do we actually know about it and is this knowledge enough to benefit us?

    21.07.2020

  • How ITMO University Celebrated Its First-Ever Online Graduation Event

    In 2020, more than 2,900 students graduated from ITMO University; meanwhile, the traditional ITMO.LiVE event went online for the first time in its history. Even those who had already gone back to their hometowns and home countries enjoyed the chance to join the celebration.

    13.07.2020

  • ITMO University’s Work Schedule for July 13-26

    The coronavirus-imposed restrictions in St. Petersburg continue to be gradually lifted. However, the epidemiological situation could still worsen. Therefore, in accordance with the order of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation and the order of the St. Petersburg Government, from July 13 till July 26 ITMO University will continue working remotely for the most part. ITMO University Rector Vladimir Vasilyev has already signed the corresponding order.

    13.07.2020

  • Lyubov Petrova: You Have to Come up With Tactics That Will Help You Win the Competition

    ITMO student Lyubov Petrova has been practicing sports tourism since she was 11. Now in her 4th year of the Intelligent Infocommunication Systems Bachelor’s program, she is a member of two sports clubs and a city-wide team.

    02.07.2020

  • ITMO University’s Work Schedule for June 29 to July 12

    The coronavirus-imposed restrictions in St. Petersburg continue to be gradually lifted. However, there is still the risk of the epidemiologic situation getting worse. That is why in accordance with the order of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation and the order of the St. Petersburg Government, from June 29 till July 12 ITMO University will continue working remotely for the most part. ITMO University Rector Vladimir Vasilyev has already signed the corresponding order.

    29.06.2020

  • Winners of ITMO.STARS Talk About Their First Year at ITMO University

    In this article, we will share the stories of ITMO University students who were admitted to study at ITMO based on their projects and research.

    23.06.2020

  • ITMO University’s Work Schedule for June 15 - 28

    The next stage of lifting the coronavirus-imposed restrictions in St. Petersburg started on June 15. It includes opening of libraries and some support businesses. However, most of the restrictions will remain in place until June 28. In accordance with the order of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation and the order of the St. Petersburg Government, from June 15 till June 28 ITMO University will continue working remotely for the most part. ITMO University Rector Vladimir Vasilyev signed a corresponding order on June 14. 

    16.06.2020

  • UMNIK-ITMO Innovative Project Competition Application Period is Now Open

    ITMO University together with the Foundation for Assistance to Small Innovative Enterprises have announced the launch of the UMNIK-ITMO competition. Students and PhD researchers, young scientists and entrepreneurs working in the field of digital economics are welcome to participate. The best ideas will get 500,000 rubles in funding. Read more about the competition, the participation conditions, and its former winners in this ITMO.NEWS article. 

    04.06.2020

  • “Life in Science” Online Soft Skills Course Helps You Succeed in Science

    Almost a thousand Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD students from ITMO University have participated in the online soft skills course “Life in Science: A Guide for Young Researchers”. Learn more about the course from its authors in this ITMO.NEWS article.

    01.06.2020

  • Four ITMO University Students Receive SPIE Optics and Photonics Education Scholarship

    Four young researchers from ITMO University were chosen to receive the prestigious scholarship of the Society of Photo-Optical Instrumentation Engineers (SPIE). The results of the scholarship competition have been recently announced on the SPIE website. SPIE annually supports students and PhD researchers working in promising fields. The scholarship is meant to cover attendance of SPIE conferences, participation in educational courses, and purchasing learning materials. Read on to learn more about the research interests and future plans of the scholarship recipients. 

    20.05.2020