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• A High-Efficient Switchable Third Harmonic Source Developed by ITMO Researchers

  A team of scientists from ITMO University have developed a record-thin device that decreases the wavelength of a laser beam by threefold. The process, known as the third harmonic generation, is now more efficient thanks to a 20 nm-thick film made of chalcogenide alloys that generates radiation in a wide range of wavelengths without amplification by nanoresonators and performs 100-1,000 times better than similar devices. The technology will be useful in further research related to tissues and cells in laser scanning microscopes and signal processing in photonic integrated circuits for quantum communication. The corresponding article is published in Laser & Photonics Reviews.

  05.11.2025

• ITMO’s Monday Science Roundup #91

  Twice a month, we share with you the latest in research, tech, and education from ITMO University and beyond. In today’s digest: a robot scientist, AI-driven public transit, tips for aspiring graphic designers, and more.

  03.11.2025

• ITMO’s Monday Science Roundup #90

  Twice a month, we bring you the latest in research, education, and tech. In today’s science news digest: advanced nanomaterials, the everyday impact of Nobel Prizes, and the pros and cons of AI in education.

  20.10.2025

• ITMO’s Monday Science Roundup #89

  Join us as we explore our university’s latest news in research, education, and more – from scientific breakthroughs and campus developments to pop-culture novelties.

  06.10.2025

• Chilean Researcher Ivan Martinez – on “Serious Russians,” Loving Chemistry, and Traveling for Science

  After graduating from university in his native Chile, Ivan Martinez decided to dive straight into science. Today, he’s developing technologies that would allow us to easily, cheaply, and quickly desalinate seawater – a problem that’s relevant to not just Latin America, but the whole world. According to the WHO, more than 2 billion people have no access to safe drinking water. In order to unlock new opportunities for his work, Ivan has journeyed across the world to Russia. Here at ITMO University, he conducts research with local scientists and delivers lectures to students. Speaking to ITMO NEWS, he explained why we need desalination technologies, what he finds fascinating about chemistry, and why Russians aren’t as serious as they might seem.

  26.09.2025

• AI Pharmacist: ITMO-Developed Algorithm Helps Produce New Efficient Antibiotics

  Researchers at ITMO University have created an algorithm that selects promising antibiotic molecules to delay the emergence of drug resistance. With its help, the team has already discovered 56 compounds that may be used to produce new, more potent medications. One example is drugs for E. coli – a bacteria that causes serious digestive issues. In the future, the algorithm might be modified to find medications for other pathogens, as well – such as salmonella, klebsiella, and meningococcus. The results of the study are published in the Journal of Chemical Information and Modeling.

  24.09.2025

• ITMO Scientists Design Model to Analyze Surfaces of All Sizes

  Researchers at ITMO University have devised a computational model that predicts how the contact area between rough surfaces changes under load. The model is equally efficient on objects of all sizes – be that a tiny nanoparticle or a whole mountain range. The study puts a new perspective on the nature of friction and may potentially be used to produce more wear-resistant parts, explore planet reliefs, and for some other tasks. The study’s findings are published in Materials Horizons.

  23.09.2025

• ITMO’s Monday Science Roundup #88

  Twice a month, we bring you the latest in science, tech, and education from ITMO University and beyond. This week, it’s all about artificial intelligence! From AI detection to trends in the industry and academia, we’re looking at the impact of neural networks and LLMs. Plus, a new research institute, a startup success, and a primer on digital hygiene.

  22.09.2025

• ITMO’s Monday Science Roundup #87

  It’s the first science digest of the new academic year – and we’ve already got plenty to share! From a deep-dive into the history of quantum mechanics to the anxieties and possibilities of education in the AI era, here are the top stories of the past two weeks.

  08.09.2025

• ITMO-Developed Metasurface Makes Optical Chips 2x More Efficient

  An international team of researchers has developed a silicon-based metasurface that transmits light in a narrow range of wavelengths irrespective of a source’s polarization. The material can be used to produce optical chips for screening devices that evaluate antimicrobial activity, as well as saliva-based allergen and glucose sensors, and polarizing filters for computer vision. The results of the study are published in ACS Photonics.

  02.09.2025