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• ITMO’s Monday Science Roundup #43

  In today’s science digest, it’s all about interdisciplinarity: whether it’s physics combined with biology, biology with medicine, or medicine with chemistry, we’ll be shining a light on the remarkable things that happen when scientists of all fields work together for a common good. Let’s have a look!

  13.11.2023

• Theoretical Physics: Formulas, Equations, and Scientific Papers

  People often have stereotypical and pop culture-influenced views of scientists, especially when it comes to those engaged in theoretical modeling and mathematical calculations. At the recent Physics Day event, Igor Burmistrov, DSc, a professor of the Russian Academy of Sciences and the deputy head of the Landau Institute for Theoretical Physics, spoke about what theoretical physicists do, what their typical day looks like, and how they measure their successes. Here are the highlights from the event – plus an overview of ITMO’s own research in the field.

  07.11.2023

• 6 World-Changing Breakthroughs in Modern Physics

  From quantum computers to graphene and the Higgs boson, the last 30 years have seen quite a few significant breakthroughs in physics. What do these discoveries mean and how can they be implemented? Let’s find out what Dmitry Pobedinsky, the host of the YouTube channel Physics by Pobedinsky, has to say about it.

  11.10.2023

• Nobel Prize in Physics 2023 Awarded to Researchers Who Made the Impossible Possible

  The 2023 Nobel Prize was awarded to Pierre Agostini, Ferenc Krausz, and Anne L'Huillier for producing short pulses of light that make it possible to see inside atoms and molecules. The laureates were announced during a live stream on the Nobel Assembly's website on October 3. ITMO.NEWS asked Dmitry Karlovets, a senior researcher at ITMO’s School of Physics and Engineering, to weigh in on the trio’s experiment and the prospects of their finding.

  04.10.2023

• Colombian Scientist Juan Domingo Baena Doello on Wirelessly Charging Medical Implants Using Metamaterials

  Juan Baena, a professor at the National University of Colombia, is leading the research project Wave Processes in Medical Systems at ITMO University. His team is developing a wireless charging system for medical implants, including implantable cardioverter-defibrillators (ICDs), that will make non-invasive recharging possible. In this article, Prof. Juan Baena shares details about the ongoing project and explains how soccer brought him to science.

  29.09.2023

• Physics for Everyone: Exploring ITMO’s Projects for School Students

  Physics is a complex science that includes many branches, including theoretical and applied physics, laser technologies, and new materials. How can you make sense of it all? In this article, we review ITMO’s free educational projects that help school students navigate physics and determine their future career path.

  22.09.2023

• Quantum Physics Is Everywhere: FAQ With ITMO Quantum Physicist

  For this story, we reached out to the ITMO Fellow and quantum physicist Dmitry Karlovets and asked him every burning question we had about quantum physics: Is it really so hard? Why is it so popular? And when should we expect the first consumer-grade quantum computers? Read on to find out!

  15.08.2023

• Student Spotlight: Raed Nasser, Syria

  Despite challenges, Raed's determination to pursue higher education in the discipline of his choice led him to Russia, where he not only excelled in his studies but also found solace in the vibrant city of St. Petersburg. In this exclusive interview, Raed opens up about his homeland, his academic journey at ITMO, and the profound impact of living amidst the cultural richness of Russia’s Northern Capital.

  03.08.2023

• Studying Attosecond Physics in Italy: ITMO Master’s Student Shares His Experience

  Petr Snetkov is one of ITMO’s talented young researchers: a Master’s student in the program Megascience Laser and Synchrotron Technologies and a senior engineer at the Center for Chemical Engineering. Recently, he had the opportunity to participate in the Erice Attosecond School “The Frontiers of Attosecond and Ultrafast X-ray Science,” held at the Ettore Majorana Foundation and the Centre for Scientific Culture in Italy. In this interview, we asked him all about this experience – and where you can find similar opportunities.

  13.07.2023

• Student Spotlight: Sutanu Chatterjee, India

  In the bustling St. Petersburg, a new chapter is about to unfold for Sutanu Chatterjee, an international student from India, as he eagerly awaits the start of his PhD journey at ITMO’s Department of Physics. Sutanu's life is a captivating blend of scientific exploration and vibrant personal pursuits. Join us as we delve into the fascinating world of this ambitious and multi-talented international student, who has discovered a second home in Russia, embracing its cuisine, culture, and people with an open heart.

  22.06.2023