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• Student Spotlight: Muhammad-Bilal Muhiuddin, Pakistan

  When Muhammad-Bilal left Pakistan for St. Petersburg, he brought with him a restless curiosity about how things work and how they can work better. Now a Master’s student in automation and control at ITMO, Muhammad-Bilal has found himself in a city that feels both historic and futuristic, where he can dive into research projects while also wandering around Nevsky Prospekt with his friends, soaking in the architecture and flavors of his new home. For him, studying abroad isn’t just about mastering new concepts; it’s about learning patience, resilience, and how to build a life that blends passion for technology with everyday joy.

  28.08.2025

• Student Spotlight: Iqra Shafiq, Pakistan

  In a world where food is as much about science as it is about culture, Iqra Shafiq is bridging the gap. Originally from Pakistan, where culinary traditions run deep, Iqra came to ITMO to learn how food biotechnology can solve global challenges like nutrition, safety, and sustainability. In this interview, she reflects on what drew her to this field, how her time in Russia has shaped her thinking, and what she hopes to cook up for the future, both in and out of the lab!

  07.08.2025

• Student Spotlight: Ayan Ali, Pakistan

  Picture this: a small robot rolls through a virtual maze, thinking its way around corners. Behind the scenes is Ayan Ali, a Master’s student at ITMO – quietly watching, tweaking, and reprogramming. Raised in Pakistan, Ayan is an individual driven by his love for machines. In this interview, he shares with us what it means to build tech that’s both intelligent and human.

  10.07.2025

• Student Spotlight: Bakhtiar Rasheed, Pakistan

  When Bakhtiar Rasheed arrived in St. Petersburg, it wasn’t just the weather and elegant European architecture that left an impression – it was the chance to be part of a technological future shaped by cutting-edge tech. In this interview, he shares his first impressions, future ambitions, and what learning Russian is really like.

  19.06.2025

• Student Spotlight: Talha Ameen, Pakistan

  With a background in medicine and a growing interest in tech-driven healthcare solutions, Talha is currently pursuing a Master’s degree in high-tech business management at ITMO University as an Open Doors Scholarship recipient. In this interview, Talha shares his experiences, insights, and what it's like to bridge the worlds of healthcare, business, and technology.

  27.03.2025

• Student Spotlight: Usman Farooq, Pakistan

  Studying abroad is exciting, but it has its own highs and lows. One of the challenges is adapting to a new place and a new culture. For students like Usman Farooq, being away from home in a new country is difficult. But Usman is not a quitter! Despite all odds, he is working relentlessly to not only adapt to the new setting but also make the most of his opportunities. Take a sneak peek into the life of Usman, who traveled from Lahore to St. Petersburg to fulfill his dream of studying at ITMO.

  11.08.2022

• Student Spotlight: Talha Imtiaz, Pakistan

  A man of many talents, Talha Imtiaz joined ITMO as an international student in 2020. After two long years of hard work and perseverance, he is now about to graduate with a Master’s degree. In our conversation, he talks about his current research and future plans. Read on to learn more about the experiences of this soon-to-be ITMO graduate.

  19.05.2022

• Student Spotlight: Muhammad Shahan Anwar, Pakistan

  The pandemic made life difficult for many international students but through relentless hard work and perseverance, they were able to overcome it. We got the opportunity to talk to Muhammad Shahan Anwar from Pakistan who shared his experience of studying and doing research at ITMO remotely. Read on to learn more about the challenges he faced and how he made the best out of his time in St. Petersburg.

  12.05.2022

• Shahzad Ahmed: ITMO Blogs Help You Adjust to St. Petersburg Quickly

  Shahzad Ahmed came from Pakistan in 2018 to study for a Master's degree in Information Security. He is currently studying his last semester and is waiting for the graduation ceremony. He is also passionate about sharing his experiences which led him to be a writer for ITMO Blogs.

  25.06.2020