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Digital (Un)Accessibility: How to Make Websites and Social Media Convenient for All
…users. At the same time, 74% of people with disabilities experience difficulties when purchasing products. It’s a vicious circle: no demand – no adapted products – and thus no new users,” says Alyona. How to change it Promote digital accessibility at the governmental level. For example, in September 2024 the Russian Ministry of Digital Development, Communicat…
27.09.2024
Discovery of the Month: New Games, Comfy Footwear, and More
…t. – Catherine Crocs I guess it's that time in my life when my frontal lobe has finally developed for me to truly appreciate the comfort of mundane things. That's why a new pair of pink Crocs made my month. Now I don't have to tie my laces for a short walk to the trash can or the nearby Pyaterochka, and it's an absolutely liberating experience. I got them from…
27.09.2024
ITMO Physicists Twist Electrons for Particle Accelerator Experiments
… insight into how protons and neutrons are “assembled” within the nucleus of an atom and how they interact with other particles. Additionally, the researchers believe that the new data obtained during the experiments will bring them closer to understanding the nature of quarks. Right now, the scientists’ main goal is to test the new …
27.09.2024
I Am a Professional: Top Student Contest Begins 8th Season
Student Spotlight: Martin Rojas, Peru
…am Martin Rojas from Peru. Many people ask me why I am in Russia and I always answer, “Why not?” It's a very long story about how I came here, but it was my desire to just try new things that was the driving force. One thing led to another. As a result, I became interested in the Russian language. I love learning different languages. So, I had a very good opportunity…
26.09.2024
Help the Dark Store: Winners of Hackathon by ITMO and VkusVill Grocery Chain
…; they inspire us and may become our future employees. At VkusVill, we have assembled a team of some of the best professionals in the country and yet we are keen to find fresh new perspectives on our daily tasks. Here, we greatly benefit from the ideas of young talents. Many of their suggestions deserve attention; our experts will evaluate them once more and try to i…
26.09.2024
This Week in St. Petersburg: September 26 - October 2, 2024
…s of delicacies – and maybe pick something up to savor at home! Sunday, September 29 Zine Festival September 28-29, starting 1 pm / 2:30 pm Community Center (New Holland Island) 200 rubles (entrance fee) An event entirely dedicated to the art of zines and sketchbooks, Zine Festival features an exhibition, mediations, lectures, and even worksh…
25.09.2024
From Saxophonist to Roboticist: ITMO Team Takes Second Place at RoboCup Russia
…The robot musician plays one of the most challenging instruments in terms of sound production, i.e. the saxophone. For their project, the developers devised not just a new technique for pressing the keys, but also a novel method to direct air into the instrument. As a result, the robot “learned” to push air into a saxophone using its lips, just like a human would. As…
25.09.2024
ITMO Student’s Guide to Saving & Budgeting
…lty apps and keep an eye out for discounts and promo codes. Aside from home-cooked meals, many students opt to have their lunches at the university's cafeterias (including the newly-opened one at the Lomonosova St. 9 campus) or the city’s many restaurants or cafes. Look out for lunch deal options to keep your costs low – and always ask if they have any sort of loyalt…
24.09.2024
ITMO’s Monday Science Roundup #64
…Research If there’s one thing we know about the latest robot designed by the engineers at ITMO, it’s that it performs well under pressure – literally. A new flexible joint design means that these hardy ‘bots don’t just take well to physical impact, but can even absorb its energy for their benefit. The team, led by ITMO PhD student Egor Rakshin, has improved on a p…
23.09.2024