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• Discovery of the Month: Cakes, Crime Series, and More

  Our August was pretty eventful: we partook in some time travel, savored some decadent desserts, and even traveled the world. Discover our August favorites and pick up some new fun activities for your downtime!

  30.08.2024

• ITMO Opens Lab to Train AI Infosecurity Experts

  Over last year alone, the demand for information security experts in AI grew by 30%. In parallel to this growing demand, there is also a lack of professionals with the necessary qualifications for this field on the market. One of the reasons for it is that no one trains such specialists. In response to that, ITMO and the company Raft launched a research laboratory called LLM Security Lab that is meant to teach students to work in the field of infosec for LLM and AI business solutions.

  28.08.2024

• This Week in St. Petersburg: August 29 – September 4, 2024

  Yes, we have just a handful of summer days left, so let’s get the most of them – and then welcome the new academic year in a little rowdy celebration! Read on for open-air events and cool exhibitions to fill up your calendar.

  28.08.2024

• ITMO Rector Vladimir Vasilyev: “Technological Leadership Is Impossible Without Mathematics”

  Vladimir Vasilyev, the Rector of ITMO University, believes that training highly qualified IT and AI specialists is impossible without an in-depth study of mathematics and computer science at universities that needs to combine the expertise of the country’s top educational establishments and tech giants. The statement was voiced at a Yandex.Education press conference, which was held today, on August 27, in Moscow. The event was also attended by Maksut Shadayev, the Russian Minister of Digital Development, Communications and Mass Media, the rectors of the Higher School of Economics, Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology, and the Siberian State Medical University, as well as the leaders of educational departments at T-Bank, Sberbank, and VK.

  27.08.2024

• You're In, What's Next? ITMO and Sberbank Present Guides for Students and Parents

  As the admissions campaign at ITMO draws to a close, future students and their parents are facing a new set of challenges. How does one adapt to studies and life in a new city? How can students combine work and studies? We’ve put together topical advice from the new project for applicants and parents by Sberbank and ITMO – it offers answers to all the most popular questions one might have about applying to Russian universities.

  23.08.2024

• 8 ITMO Students Win Scholarships from T-Bank

  Recently, T-Bank (formerly Tinkoff) announced the results of its annual scholarship program for university students. On this year’s list of winners are 200 students from 29 Russian universities, including 8 ITMO students. During the 2024/2025 academic year, winning students will receive mentorship from T-Bank, as well as a monthly stipend of 25,000 rubles. 

  21.08.2024

• Mythbusters: Uncovering Truths About Water

  Vitamin-enriched, magnetized, eco, detox… these are the “types” of water you’ll see recommended online. Sometimes, it’s even endowed with memory or charged with a special energy. In this ITMO.NEWS article, we turned to Denis Baigozin, a researcher at ITMO and the head of the Chemistry Center at the Presidential Lyceum 239, to learn the truth about water chemistry and bust some of the most popular myths about it.

  20.08.2024

• All About Photography in St. Petersburg

  Congratulations to anyone and everyone with an eye for beauty: today is August 19, aka World Photography Day. To honor the occasion, we’ve put together a guide to St. Petersburg for any pro, amateur, or simply those who enjoy the art of the still image: from the best museums and galleries to tips for where to get your camera – all in one place.

  19.08.2024

• How to Get Your Life Together: Answers From ITMO.NEWS

  When you are a student, you get at least two chances a year for a new beginning: at New Year's and at the start of the academic year. If you find yourself at a crossroads as September looms closer, we’ve put together some steps for getting back on track – based on the tips and experiences we’ve shared over the years.

  16.08.2024

• Truly More Than a University: ITMO Fellow Tamer El-Messery on Foodtech and Working in Russia

  Throughout his career, Tamer El-Messery has had the opportunity to work at universities in Spain, China, the UK, Turkey, and Egypt. But for the past two years, he has been collaborating with researchers at ITMO. Here, Dr. El-Messery is developing new, more efficient delivery systems for active natural components, such as vitamins and phytonutrients, to ensure that they are better absorbed by the human body. In this interview, he talks about his studies and his experiences – at times surprising – with Russian students.

  15.08.2024