The exam season is here.

Have you started prepping for your tests? 🙃

From amazing breakthroughs to coffee-fueled weekends, this week at ITMO had it all. Let’s dive in 👇

💰 ITMO’s Research Center “Strong AI in Industry” wins big again, receiving over a billion rubles in federal funding to push the frontiers of AI research.

💼 Master’s student Olga Melnikova shares how she tripled her salary and launched her own project after moving to St. Petersburg to study at ITMO.

🧪 ITMO researchers uncover how gradient structures form in cobalt solution sediments — a key step on the way to low-cost, functional materials for sensors, electrochemical devices, and more.

Now, let’s revisit two popular posts from this week:

🎙 Want to study robotics at ITMO? Check out this new interview with grad Zein Barhoum and BE2R Lab head Sergey Kolyubin as they talk AI, mechatronics, and international study paths.

☕️ Need a change of scenery? Here are 5 cozy and hyped-up cafes in St. Petersburg to explore over the long weekend.

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Visit the Russian Museum for free this Sunday 🖼

No need to pay for the ticket to see some of the most stunning creations by Russian painters of different eras!

Join the guided tour to learn more about the paintings and the Mikhailovsky Palace itself (and even practice your Russian!).

🗓 June 15, 2 pm
📍 Entrance to Mikhailovsky Palace

✒️ Register here in advance to attend the event

Holidays are the perfect time for exploring Russia by train.

Are you prepared terms-wise? Take the quiz below to find out!

How many did you guess? 👀

Travelling by train is a must-do experience in Russia — and what better occasion is there for it than summer holidays?

We made a list of reasons why railroad journeys are so special for us.

Explore them and get inspired here ⬅️

#russia

Do you hear any noise? We neither!

Because we’re at some of the quietest spots in St. Petersburg 👂

Where do you go when you need some calm among life’s many storms? From the city’s serene parks and museums to nooks at ITMO, here are some locations to pin on your map.

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Who trains Russia’s most in-demand mathematicians? Yes, it’s ITMO 😎

According to the latest ranking by the Ministry of Labour and Social Protection, ITMO leads the nation in training top-tier professionals in mathematics and natural sciences 📐

The stats from Rabota Rossii (Work in Russia) show that ITMO Bachelor’s graduates are not only more likely to land jobs, but also earn more than their peers from other universities.

Click here to learn more 👈

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From Türkiye to ITMO: Sinem is embracing a new language, lifestyle, and future at ITMO! 🇹🇷

In today’s Student Spotlight, Sinem shares how studying abroad has not only helped her grow but also molded her into a person who is not afraid to step out of her comfort zone. On her favorite spot in St. Petersburg, this is what Sinem had to share:

Honestly, I want to say ‘anywhere in the city’ because St. Petersburg is incredibly beautiful and full of character. Every street has something, whether it’s a cozy cafe, a quiet canal, or stunning architecture. But if I had to choose one specific place, I’d say Kirov Central Park on Yelagin Island. It’s peaceful, green, and just far enough from the city buzz. It’s perfect for long walks, deep thoughts, or just doing nothing.

Read more about her journey of laughter, language, and self-growth here 👈

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Science or industry? At ITMO, you get both ✅

PhD admissions are now open! Whether you’re drawn to deep research or real-world product innovation (or both), this is where it starts. Our programs let you work with 30+ top companies like VK, Sberbank, and Gazprom Neft while developing breakthrough science!

Learn more and apply 👈

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