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• (Un)Popular Science: Making Research Accessible

  A curious contradiction has been discovered in a recent survey by the Institute of Psychology of the Russian Academy of Sciences and Zircon group: while 65-70% of surveyed Russians claim to be interested in science, only 16% actually stay up to date on research news. To understand this phenomenon, scientists looked at the factors that make readers less – or more – drawn to science. They shared their insights during a meetup hosted by ITMO’s Center for Science Communication – here are the highlights.

  18.05.2023

• Student Spotlight: Makha Karkout, Syria

  Eager to learn software engineering at one of the best universities in the world, Makha Karkout decided to travel all the way from Syria to Russia. Currently a student in ITMO’s Foundation Program, Makha will pursue a Master’s degree in software engineering come September. In today’s Student Spotlight, learn more about Makha’s native country, Syria, and her experiences in St. Petersburg.

  18.05.2023

• Get Into IT With ITMO’s State-Supported Professional Development Programs

  Want to start a career in IT but you already have an unrelated degree? Then you should consider applying for one of ITMO’s professional development programs in artificial intelligence. They are supported by the Russian government which covers 85% of each student’s tuition fee. There are two programs available: Data Analyst and Data Architect. The former is a good choice for complete beginners, while the latter is better suited for those with some prior IT knowledge. Keep reading to discover more about the programs and learn how to apply.

  16.05.2023

• ITMO Lands in Top 3 of RAEX National Subject Ranking in IT and Robotics

  ITMO University placed third in the categories Information Technology and Engineering & Robotics of the latest RAEX national ranking by subject. In total, the ranking featured 164 universities from 42 regions of Russia.

  16.05.2023

• Expert Center Ranking: ITMO Named Best Russian University in AI and Engineering

  ITMO is in the top five of the latest ranking of Russian universities compiled by the Expert analytics center. For the third year in a row, ITMO crowns the ranking in Engineering Sciences and Materials Science. The university also came first in Artificial Intelligence.

  15.05.2023

• ITMO and Gazprom Neft: Solutions Developed at Joint Innovative Industrial Center

  Last summer, ITMO and Gazprom Neft launched a world-class innovative industrial center in St. Petersburg. Now, researchers – including ITMO students – at the new facility are developing new materials, sensors, robots, and other solutions for the oil and gas sector. Read on for an insider peek at the center’s work.

  12.05.2023

• Not Just NFTs: Experts Discuss New Applications for Blockchain

  How much do you know about blockchain? For most people, the word is strongly associated with cryptocurrencies, particularly Bitcoin. However, this technology has long expanded beyond the world of digital finance and is now actively being used in both business and education. At the Not Just NFTs meetup on May 4, experts spoke about how blockchain can help us study, transport priceless museum exhibits, and even extract oil.

  11.05.2023

• This Weekend in St. Petersburg: May 13-14, 2023

  What are those small green things unfurling on tree branches? Those can’t be leaves, can they? The spring warmth has finally graced us with its presence! It’s time to rejoice and celebrate it with some hip events on offer this weekend – here we go! 

  10.05.2023

• Can AI Do My Job For Me? An Experiment

  As Google unveils its latest generative AI features for Gmail and Docs, and AI writing tools such as ChatGPT and Wordly continue to gain popularity, the question arises: can one exclusively rely on AI for writing-related tasks? Despite the significant limitations of the currently available AI tools, is it conceivable to complete a writing project using AI alone? Let's put machines to the test and see if they can truly replace human writers.

  09.05.2023

• Research Under Siege: How Leningrad Scientists Fought to Overcome Famine

  On May 9, Victory Day is celebrated in Russia to mark the end of World War II. In honor of the occasion, ITMO.NEWS and ITMO’s Historical Museum look back on the work of Leningrad scientists who developed new food products for the besieged city.

  05.05.2023