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• ITMO Researcher Tops Forbes Russia 30 Under 30 Ranking

  Nikita Serov, head of the Laboratory for Generative Design of Enzymes and Aptamers (Center for AI in Chemistry) came at the top of the latest Forbes Russia 30 Under 30 ranking in the category Science and Technology. The ranking features those who, by the age of 30, have acquired recognition in their professional field, gaining a reputation in Russia or even globally.

  19.06.2025

• Laureate of Kolba National Award and Physicist Maria Zhukova on Career in Science, Motivation, and Motherhood

  130,000 scientists in Russia are women – they represent about 39% of all researchers in the country. To encourage women in science and technology, Russia introduced the Kolba National Award. This year’s award went to Maria Zhukova, PhD in physics and mathematics, a leading researcher at ITMO’s Research and Educational Center for Photonics and Optical IT. In this interview, Maria Zhukova shares what makes science and art alike, how to motivate yourself in research, and how she balances motherhood and career.

  30.04.2025

• AI, Next-Gen Biomaterials, and Quantum Technologies: Insights From the 14th Congress of Young Scientists

  The 14th Congress of Young Scientists has wrapped up at ITMO University. The event brought together over 3,000 school and university students from all over Russia, 350 of whom were granted awards for best reports and will be able to enter ITMO’s Master’s and PhD programs without entrance exams. Read on to learn more about this year’s projects and the contest’s perks.

  16.04.2025

• PI School: Training Young Science and Education Leaders at ITMO

  This year’s PI School: Rising Stars has just wrapped up at ITMO. This annual week-long intensive course is meant to provide young scientists with the skills necessary to manage their research, launch projects at the intersection of science and business, and learn about the opportunities offered at ITMO. In 2025, among the school’s lecturers were active PIs and representatives of Yandex, Samolet, Sberbank, Napoleon IT, and Skolkovo.

  15.04.2025

• Russian Science Day: ITMO’s Young Researchers Share Their Visions of the Future

  Since 1999, February 8 has been celebrated as the Day of Russian Science. Every year, thousands of scientists, postgrads, and even young budding researchers contribute to its development. On this occasion, we’ve spoken to a few such rising stars – yesterday, they were still in high school, but today they’re ITMO students and scholars of physics, chemistry, and IT. In this story, they talk about their academic paths, first successes, dreams, and the future that they’re shaping today.

  08.02.2025

• Freedom, Science, and Creativity: Why Pursue PhD at ITMO University

  Today, January 21, is the National PhD Student Day in Russia. ITMO University is home to hundreds of future scientists pursuing a total of 54 specializations in varied domains: mathematics, computer science, chemistry, biology, physics, and many other fields. ITMO.NEWS talked to the students to find out why they decided to get a PhD and choose ITMO for their studies, as well as to learn more about what they’re working on now.

  21.01.2025

• Smart Expiration Date Indicators Developed at ITMO

  Researchers at ITMO University have developed fluorescent, quantum dot-based indicators for smart packaging – they can detect the actual expiration date of meat, fish, and chicken. When the indicator’s glow becomes dim under UV light, the product is no longer safe for consumption. The research team behind the idea was named one of the winners of the reality show Passion for Grants, in which contestants compete for grants from the Russian Science Foundation, and secured 6 million rubles for their research.

  03.12.2024

• Student Research Association: What It Is and Why You Should Join

  How do you find a supervisor? Which journal do you choose for your paper? How do you fill out a scholarship application? You’ll find the answers to your questions at ITMO’s Student Research Association (SRA). It's not just a group of science enthusiasts, but a full-fledged support service for young researchers – complete with curators from among ITMO faculty, scientific databases, and business partners. Learn all about the SRA and how to join it in this article.

  14.11.2024

• Science Through Generations: Notes from Young Professionals Conference at ITMO

  ITMO University hosted the third international conference Young Professionals, which drew over 300 participants from Russia, Italy, Sweden, the United Arab Emirates, and other countries. The conference included a presentation of young specialists’ projects, an announcement of the results of the Top Young Professionals contest winners, and an awards ceremony for the best popular science reports.

  11.10.2024

• ITMO and Russian Science Foundation Celebrate 10-Year Anniversary of Collaboration

  ITMO University hosted a series of lectures dedicated to the anniversary of the Russian Science Foundation (RSF). The national campaign 10 Years with RSF encompasses 120 research and educational organizations in 45 Russian cities, including ITMO University, where the university’s experts spoke about their projects in chemistry, physics, computer science, and food technology supported by the foundation.

  30.09.2024