Mission impossible: support your friends without saying “Don’t worry” or “It’ll be fine” 🫡

Actually, there’s a way to do it — and we’ll show you one in Russian! We’ve picked six phrases that will not only boost your language skills, but also help you show empathy and remind both your friends and yourself to keep moving forward.

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What’s it like to study ecology at ITMO? 🌱

In this week’s spotlight, we meet Kamran Munir, an ITMO Master’s student from Pakistan studying industrial ecology via the Open Doors Scholarship. He spoke with ITMO NEWS about adjusting to life in St. Petersburg, his advice for future Open Doors applicants, and the biggest challenges facing our ecosystems.

For me, environmentalism is about finding realistic solutions. Sustainability is not only about the environment. Economics and technology are also important. […] I believe that if we don’t invest in protecting the environment today, the consequences will eventually cost us much more.

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Ever wondered what people in lab coats are up to at ITMO? 🥼

Welcome to the Center for Molecular and Biological Technologies — an ITMO research unit working at the intersection of biology, chemistry, IT, medicine, and engineering.

Our team took a tour of the Molecular Biology Lab, Experimental Oncology Lab, Bacteria Therapy Lab, and Biohybrid Systems Lab to learn more about the research and products being developed by ITMO students and staff.

📸 Join us on the tour!

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ITMO shines at the Potanin Foundation’s University Ranking  🏆

Out of 75 Russian universities participating, ITMO boasts one of the largest numbers of Potanin Foundation scholarship and grant winners – 97 students and 5 lecturers, landing the second in this year’s ranking.

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A Nobel Peace Prize laureate at ITMO 🎙️

Join us for an exclusive lecture by Rae Kwon Chung, an international expert in climate policy and Nobel Peace Prize laureate as a member of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC).

Why come?
🔵Learn how AI and the climate agenda are reshaping the job market and its demands
🔵Understand which skills will be valuable in the years ahead
🔵Gain guidance for building your own career strategy
🔵Q&A with a Nobel Peace Prize laureate and an expert with 30 years of experience in climate negotiations

📅 October 12, 2-3 PM
📍 Assembly Hall, Lomonosova St. 9
🎫 Register here

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From new scientific labs to exciting competitions, here’s your ITMO news digest for the week:

🤖 ITMO University, SKOLKOVO, and Yandex are among the first in Russia to offer training for the emerging role of Chief AI Officer (CAIO).

💬 ITMO’s Vladimir Vasilyev discussed AI trends at the Alfa Future Summit. “AI is evolution, not revolution,” said the Rector.

🧠 The newly-launched MRI School is the only one of its kind in Russia. ITMO NEWS spoke with Ekaterina Bruy, the school’s organizer and a senior researcher at ITMO’s Scientific and Educational Center of Radiophysics, to learn more about the technology.

Here are a few more important updates you won’t want to miss:

🧪 Our team toured the Molecular Biology Lab, Experimental Oncology Lab, Bacteria Therapy Lab, and Biohybrid Systems Lab to learn more about the research and products being developed by ITMO students and staff.

🏆 Another exciting contest for international students: “WOW! RUSSIA!” Film a video about your studies and life in Russia, share your impressions, and win cool prizes!

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Students aren’t the only ones having active off-class time this October 🏄

To follow up our post about the active life of ITMO staff, we’ve put together events scheduled especially for them.

Save the dates:

💚 October 7 – Choir for staff members More Than a Choir

💚 from October 8 – Yoga classes on Thursdays

💚 October 10 – Trek to Yastrebinoe Lake

💚 October 20 – TV show music quiz

💚 October 30 – Board games for staff

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