Forget Silicon Valley — the next big tech breakthrough might just come from Russia! 💻

Our wireless technology fellows recently dove headfirst into the innovative world of Aquarius, a powerhouse that's redefining what it means to be a tech leader in the 21st century.

Founded in 1989, Aquarius has grown to become a cornerstone of Russia's electronics industry. This tech giant isn't just talking about innovation — they're living it. With production facilities capable of churning out over 2.5 million high-tech devices annually, Aquarius stands as one of the largest domestic IT manufacturers in Russia. They handle it all in-house: from computer hardware and system boards to electronic modules and software-hardware complexes.

During the visit, our tech-savvy fellows didn't just observe — they immersed themselves in the Aquarius experience:

⚙️ Explored server rooms that looked like sci-fi movie sets

⚙️ Tried their hand at coding switch settings under expert guidance

⚙️ Disassembled a compact server, uncovering the mysteries within

⚙️ Learned how Aquarius is revolutionizing the industry by embracing domestic and friendly-nation components

This wasn't just a field trip — it was a glimpse into the future of IT. Who knows? The next big tech breakthrough might just come from one of these bright young minds!

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A Day at PhosAgro: What Our Fellows Learned About Russian Farming 🌍

Our InteRussia agrobiotechnology fellows just got a glimpse into the heart of Russia's agricultural powerhouse — PhosAgro!

As Europe's largest producer of phosphate-based fertilizers and the world's top manufacturer of high-grade phosphate rock, PhosAgro produces over 50 types of mineral fertilizers, powering farms across 102 countries. Their eco-friendly products help feed nearly half the world's population, making PhosAgro Russia's number one fertilizer exporter and a pioneer in solutions tackling climate change and environmental challenges.

They explored PhosAgro's state-of-the-art educational center at the Russian State Agrarian University. Here's what they experienced:

🌱 Attended eye-opening lectures on agricultural innovations and digital farming

🌱 Learned about PhosAgro's eco-solutions for a changing climate

🌱 Participated in a hands-on workshop on wheat quality assessment

🌱 Toured the university's historic park and soil-agronomic museum

From soil to table, our fellows have seen firsthand how Russian innovation is revolutionizing global agriculture. The next time you bite into a juicy tomato or savor a slice of bread, you might be tasting the fruits of Russian agro-science!

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From Lab to Field: InteRussia Fellows Continue to Plunge into the World of Fertilizer Production 🌱

Our fellows in agrobiotechnologies recently became guests of the Uralchem Innovation Reseacrh and Development Center with a profound technological infrastructure capable of covering a wide range of agrobiotechnology-related tasks.

Uralchem is the leading producer of fertilisers and chemical products in Russia and is among the largest players worldwide. The key area of its activity is the production of nitrogen, potash and complex fertilisers, feed additives, as well as chlorine-free premium fertilisers with micronutrients. Moreover, Uralchem Group offers industrial chemicals for various industries, including chemical, construction, mining, metalworking, oil and gas, and others.

Our engineers saw with their own eyes how science and technology come together to inspire a global shift in agriculture. In particular, they

🍀 got acquainted with Uralchem's innovative projects in the Asian and African dimensions;

🍀 discussed the latest agricultural trends;

🍀 visited the laboratories, where they discovered the full cycle of fertilizer production.

Fertilizers are no longer just chemical compounds — they’re intelligent solutions that help farmers and the planet move toward a more sustainable tomorrow.

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What’s Happening with Our Wireless Technology Fellows? ⏳

The Moscow metro, one of the busiest in the world, traditionally arouses special interest among our fellows. However, this time they managed to penetrate deeper and get acquainted with its invisible side. Our engineers learned about wireless communication technologies in the Moscow public transport at a lecture organized by Transtelecom. 

TTK is one of the top-5 Russian telecommunications companies. It operates one of the largest fiber networks in Russia, which is more than 83 000 km long. TTK implements large-scale telecommunication projects and introduces a full range of telecommunication services for other state companies and end-users.

During the meeting, the participants discussed

💡technical arrangement of Wi-Fi and mobile Internet distribution systems in Moscow transport;

💡communication on short-distance and long-distance trains, the latter of which have a satellite communications access system;

💡software and multimedia platform implemented on Russian Railways trains;

💡the complexities of the technical arrangement of Moscow transport and prospects for further development.

But that is not all: each fellow is also working on individual projects tailored to his or her development path. Guided by mentors from the Skoltech Project Center for Next Generation Wireless and Internet of Things, they are tackling real-world challenges and contributing to the future of the industry.

Already this week we will lift the veil of secrecy and show innovative solutions developed by our engineers.

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Happy Teacher's Day! ⚡️

As autumn leaves begin to fall, Russia turns its attention to a very special group of people. Today, October 5th, is Teacher's Day – a celebration of the men and women who dedicate their lives to education.

This holiday has been observed in Russia since 1965, initially on the first Sunday of October. In 1994, it was officially moved to October 5th to align with World Teachers' Day. It's a day when students, both past and present, express their gratitude to teachers through kind words, flowers, and small gifts.

For us in the InteRussia program, this day holds a special significance. It's a chance to recognize not only school teachers but also the professional mentors who've guided our fellows through the fellowship.

Share with us about the person who became your greatest teacher during your programme. Let's celebrate these unsung heroes who helped shape your professional journey!

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Technological Odyssey Concludes at InteRussia ⚡️

Last month, Skoltech transformed into a vibrant home for bright minds from Azerbaijan, Ecuador, Egypt, Ethiopia, India, Kazakhstan, Mali, Nigeria, Tunisia, and Sierra Leone. These are our fellows in the InteRussia in Agrobiotechnologies and Wireless Technologies. For four weeks, they've lived and breathed innovation, turning Moscow into their laboratory of ideas and cross-cultural exchange.

Here's a snapshot of their adventures:

🔗Immersing in the Innovation Workshop at Skoltech
🔗Exploring agrobiotechnologies at industry giants: Uralchem and PhosAgro
🔗Diving into the world of tech innovation at Aquarius
🔗Engaging with experts from Transtelecom and Agroexport
🔗Experiencing Russian culture through ballet at the Kremlin Palace, visits to Zaryadye Park, and tours of Moscow

The program culminated in project presentations, where our fellows, guided by their scientific supervisors, showcased their work on innovation in wireless technologies and advanced agrobiotechnology research.

As InteRussia wraps up, we're reminded that every ending is a new beginning when it comes to science. Our fellows have left Moscow, but their journey in shaping the future of agrobiotechnologies and wireless technologies is just taking off.

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Thinking about applying but not sure where to start? ☀️

We get a lot of questions about InteRussia — who can join, what’s covered, and what to expect.

🌟InteRussia is a fully funded program designed to give international specialists hands-on experience, professional networking, and access to Russia’s expert and academic community.

To make things simple, we’ve put together all the key details for you. Take a survey below, and swipe through the cards to find answers to the most common questions.

🖇️For your convenience, the channel has hashtags: #internationalrelations #orientalstudies #russianstudies #journalism #theatre #energy #engineering #medicine

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🦞 Begin to get acquainted with the InteRussia fellowship program here.

InteRussia is a fellowship for foreign specialists, spearheaded by ANO "Mezhdunarodniki" in cooperation with the Gorchakov Fund and key Russian institutions. Since its inception, the initiative has united nearly 300 fellows from over 70 countries, fostering global collaboration, professional exchange, and cultural dialogue in Russia.

Which fellowships are open for applications?

✅International Journalism (Latin America and the Caribbean)

The programs are conducted with the support of the Presidential Grants Foundation, Rossotrudnichestvo, and World Youth Festival Directorate.

To make the application process easier for you, we’ve gathered key posts:

⭕️What is InteRussia?
⭕️What to check before submitting your application?
⭕️How to apply for a fellowship from your phone?
⭕️How to prove you are the right fit for the fellowship?

If you are a young specialist looking to enhance your skills, expand your global network, and gain hands-on experience — don’t miss this opportunity!

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From Around the World to Siberia: Engineers' Journey Begins ⭐️

This week, a new chapter began at Novosibirsk State University — the official launch of the InteRussia fellowship for young engineers from Albania, Bangladesh, Belarus, Chile, Ecuador, India, Indonesia, Jordan, Pakistan, Serbia, Tanzania, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan specializing in AI in Medicine and Modern Quantum and Information Technologies in Electronics and Photonics.

In just a few days, our fellows have already begun exploring Siberia and its research ecosystem. Their first week included:

🔻a visit to the Technopark of Novosibirsk Akademgorodok to explore innovation hubs and scientific centers;

🔻a walking tour through Akademgorodok;

🔻and an excursion to the Institute of Cytology and Genetics, where they discovered groundbreaking advancements in genetics and medicine, as well as had the chance to get up close and personal with some of the amazing animals.

What’s Next?

Over the course of the month, the fellows will participate in advanced training modules, attend expert-led workshops, and dive into lab-based research alongside leading scientists. They’ll also work on projects, connect with local researchers, and present their findings at the end of the program.

The InteRussia program in engineering is implemented with the support from the Presidential Grants Foundation and World Youth Festival Directorate.

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Inside the Engineers' Siberian Routine 💡

What if your workday meant exploring nanomaterials, stepping inside a quantum lab, spotting rare animals — and cruising down a Siberian river by sunset?

For our InteRussia engineers, that’s just another week at Novosibirsk State University. Here, the boundaries between labs, classrooms, and the real world are blurred — because innovation doesn’t sit still.

So what does a “regular” day look like?

⭐️ Hands-on experiments at the Analytical and Technological Research Center, where fellows got up close with cutting-edge nanosystems and learned how multicomponent materials are actually synthesized.

⭐️ A deep dive into the Quantum Technologies Lab, where future-forward communication systems and quantum breakthroughs are born.

⭐️ A visit to the Federal Center for Neurosurgery, where fellows saw how high-precision engineering is transforming patient care and neurosurgical solutions.

⭐️ An excursion to the Novosibirsk Zoo — because even engineers need a recharge.

And the best part? We’re only halfway through.

More labs, more discoveries, more collaboration — and a few surprises — are still ahead. Stay tuned as our fellows keep building, connecting, and redefining what it means to be an engineer in the 21st century.

The InteRussia program in engineering is implemented with the support from the Presidential Grants Foundation and World Youth Festival Directorate.

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Engineering, Meteorites, and Cossack Legends. Week 3 Recap from Novosibirsk 🪐

What do cutting-edge telecom systems, billion-year-old rocks, and horseback riding have in common? They all shaped the third week of the InteRussia fellowship in engineering — a journey that keeps pushing boundaries of learning and culture.

Let’s rewind the highlights:

🔗At Eltex, Russia’s largest telecom equipment producer, the fellows got an inside look at how high-tech systems are born — from blueprint to launch.

🔗At NSU’s Earth Evolution Center, they journeyed through time: from deep planetary layers to prehistoric fossils and meteorites that once lit up Earth’s skies.

🔗At the Cossack Ostrog Cultural Center, they experienced a day in the life of a Cossack — horseback riding, rifle practice, knife throwing, and tea in a traditional village house.

🔗At the Novosibirsk Planetarium, they traveled beyond Earth, exploring how space science and technology bring the universe a little closer to home.

Each stop this week reminded us: engineering isn’t just about machines — it’s about discovering how the world works, from the ground beneath our feet to the cosmos above.

The InteRussia program in engineering is implemented with the support from the Presidential Grants Foundation and World Youth Festival Directorate.

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No lab coats, no stethoscopes — just code that learns what’s happening inside your head

The InteRussia AI track in Novosibirsk wrapped up with two full-fledged research projects. Both teams worked on ways to apply artificial intelligence to the analysis of brain pathologies — from tumors to tissue damage.

What they worked on

Split into international teams, they explored how neural networks can process thousands of brain images — detecting tumors, degenerative lesions, and damaged tissue. Their models aimed to support doctors in identifying affected areas faster and more accurately.

Each InteRussia fellowship ends differently. This one ended with working code, a sharper understanding of medical AI, and a shared sense of purpose.

The InteRussia program in engineering is implemented with the support from the Presidential Grants Foundation and World Youth Festival Directorate.

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If you think everything in Russia happens in Moscow — think again. Science had other plans ⚙️

In June, Novosibirsk became a meeting point for young engineers from Chile to Turkmenistan. Over four intense weeks at Novosibirsk State University, InteRussia fellows worked on projects in artificial intelligence for medicine and quantum technologies in electronics and photonics.

Here’s what filled their schedules (and their notebooks):

🔬 Visits to the Technopark of Akademgorodok, the Quantum Technologies Lab, and the Federal Center for Neurosurgery — where fellows explored how engineering innovations are transforming communication systems and high-precision medicine.

🔬 Hands-on training at Eltex, Russia’s largest telecom equipment manufacturer, and NSU’s Analytical and Technological Research Center, where they studied nanosystems and material synthesis up close.

🔬 Sessions at the Institute of Cytology and Genetics and the Earth Evolution Center — tracing life from DNA to meteorites and prehistoric fossils.

🔬 Project work in international teams — training neural networks to analyze brain images and help doctors detect lesions and tumors with greater accuracy.

🔬 A cultural track that included the Novosibirsk Opera and Ballet Theatre, a deep dive into Siberian nature, and even a day in a Cossack village — with horseback riding, knife throwing, and tea in a wooden house.

Every InteRussia fellowship writes its own story. This one just happened to be set where birch forests meet quantum labs.

The InteRussia program in engineering is implemented with the support from the Presidential Grants Foundation and World Youth Festival Directorate.

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