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• Everything Wrong With Arrakis: A Physicist’s Take on Dune

  The universe of Dune knows how to impress: with its giant worms, a desert planet, and human supercomputers. Is anything from this fictional world based in scientific fact? Which inventions did Frank Herbert foresee? And what do stillsuits and spacesuits have in common? Mikhail Sokolov, a senior researcher at ITMO’s Institute of Laser Technologies, dotted all the i’s in his recent open lecture.

  06.01.2025

• Winter Holidays at ITMO’s Museum of Optics: Cool Events to Visit

  Don’t miss out on all the holiday tours and workshops happening at ITMO’s Museum of Optics this holiday season!

  03.01.2025

• Year of the Snake: Serpents in Slavic Folklore

  As you might’ve noticed by the amount of serpent-shaped ornaments in local stores, 2025 is the year of the snake according to the Chinese calendar. In China, this animal symbolizes wisdom and prosperity. But what about snakes in Russian culture? 

  02.01.2025

• How to Take Care of Your Mental Health Over Winter Holidays

  The long winter break gives us all a long-awaited opportunity to unwind after an eventful year. However, it can be hard to turn off “work mode” and let yourself fully relax. We reached out to Anna Nikolayeva, a psychologist with the online service Alter, to ask how to rest and whether cat memes can help in the matter.

  27.12.2024

• ITMO in 2024: Highlights of the Year

  Caught up in the rich kaleidoscope of discoveries, interviews, and events at ITMO, we almost didn't notice that the year is almost over! So, let’s settle in, pour a mug of something warm, and reminisce on the key moments of the passing year.

  26.12.2024

• Top Collabs, Educators, and More: Meet the Winners of ITMO LOVE Awards 2024

  Evening gowns, sparkling lights, and a grand hall full of people… Is it the Oscars? The Grammys? No, it’s the ITMO LOVE awards! This year, voters chose 18 winners who have changed the university for the better with their ideas and initiatives. Meet the winners in the event’s keynotes below.

  25.12.2024

• New City, University, and Field: ITMO Mega Contest Winners Share Tips and Impressions

  Registration is ongoing for ITMO Mega Contest, an online competition for Bachelor’s students and graduates. The winners can enroll in ITMO’s Master’s programs without exams. Read on to find out all the wisdom from previous years’ winners – as well as their success stories.

  23.12.2024

• Five Russian Perfume Brands

  Our Russian brands series is here to acquaint you with all kinds of local businesses, from clothing to home decor. In this holiday season installment, we’ll be talking about perfume – a perfect gift for yourself or your loved ones.

  23.12.2024

• ITMO Students Win 3.4 Million Rubles at AI Junior Challenge

  Several first-year Bachelor’s students from ITMO University have won two gold and three bronze medals at the international AI Junior Challenge. The winners received a total of 3.4 million rubles in prizes, as well as internship offers from the competition’s partners. 

  20.12.2024

• Revise To Win: Prepare for ITMO Mega Contest With Tips From Its Developers

  Registration is still open for ITMO Mega Contest, where winners get the chance to enroll in the university’s Master’s programs without entrance exams. Once registered, participants gain access to demo tasks and have the chance to practice. We asked the contest’s developers about the best ways to revise and train for the contest. Read on to find out their best advice.

  19.12.2024