Research
Do androids dream of a better way to herd electric sheep? If so, they’d be glad to hear about the latest development by researchers from ITMO University. A team from the International Research and Educational Center for Physics of Nanostructures has developed a device that can hold individual nanoparticles in place for easy analysis. Functioning as a universal plug-in for any microscope, it solves a major challenge in the development of new materials – applications include medical research, nanoengineering, and fundamental physics.
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Is there any field of study that hasn’t experienced an AI revolution? We’re leaning towards a “no.” In a recent conversation with ITMO.NEWS, Dr. Asif Iqbal, an ITMO Fellow and accomplished researcher, spoke to us about the effects of new digital technologies on the laser industry.
Read more: AI, Internet of Things and Digital Twins: Researcher Asif Iqbal on Current Trends in Laser Industry
Education
Reminder: the ITMO 2024 admissions campaign is still on! Among the newest offerings for applicants is AI Engineering, a Bachelor’s program designed by ITMO in partnership with VK Education, the social network’s academic initiative. Upon graduation, its students are expected to join the forefront of integration of AI into every aspect of business, from security to data analysis. The practice-oriented program, which includes VK experts among its teaching staff, is launching this September.
Read more: ITMO and VK Education to Teach Students to Implement AI into Business and Industry
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Earlier this month, we announced the launch of ITMO PRIORITY, an exclusive initiative for applicants to the university’s Bachelor’s programs with major achievements. The idea is simple: those who have performed well on their state exams or in various contests may receive an additional stipend, travel expenses coverage, dorm accommodation, and more – including a personal admissions manager!
Read more: New Program for High-Achieving Applicants Launches at ITMO
Careers
Last time, we told you all about hackers and what they do; this time around, we’ve taken a look at threat researchers – a similar, yet quite different trade that’s only becoming more relevant with each day. What do they do, what for, and how to begin your career in the field: find out in our highlights of a recent talk at Positive Hack Days Fest 2.
Read more: What Is a Threat Researcher and How To Become One
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Digital assistants are all the rage these days, especially as bots become more and more human-like and eloquent. But who’s behind these tech advances? Konstantin Markelov, whose team at T-Bank (ex-Tinkoff) is responsible for integrating AI assistants into every aspect of the company’s work, recently dropped by ITMO for a lecture on building a reputation in this industry – and we took notes.
