HSE Teachers Awarded Yandex ML Prize
The awards ceremony for the international Yandex ML Prize was held in Moscow. This year, all three winners in the ‘ML Educators’ category were HSE faculty members—Evgeny Sokolov, Associate Professor and Head of the Big Data and Information Retrieval School, Anton Konushin, Associate Professor at the Faculty of Computer Science, and Aleksei Shpilman, Associate Professor at the Department of Informatics at HSE’s St Petersburg School of Physics, Mathematics, and Computer Science.
‘Our International Students Embody a Dynamic Blend of Ambition, Curiosity, and Adaptability’
In October, the HSE International Prep Year programme held orientation sessions for its newcomers. Why should one study Russian? What is the admission process like at HSE University? Is it easy to navigate through Moscow and the HSE buildings? The HSE News Service discussed these and other questions with Faizullah from Afghanistan, Sechang from South Korea, and Faith from Zambia—all newly enrolled students of the Prep Year.
HSE Experts Help to Implement Science and Technology Foresight in Africa
The population of African countries is growing so fast that the continent is likely to play a significant role in global development. However, the socio-economic situation in African States remains dramatic. Access to high-quality education, the development of science and high technologies are crucial in addressing these challenges. Professor Alexander Sokolov, Head of the UNESCO Chair on Future Studies at HSE University, spoke at the International Forum of UNESCO Chairs and Partners ‘Transforming Knowledge for Africa’s Future.’ The event took place in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
‘Science Is International and Aims to Benefit All of Humanity’
On October 28–30, 2024, the autumn school ‘Advances in Decision Analysis’ took place at HSE University, organised by the HSE International Centre of Decision Choice and Analysis. Among its speakers were prominent Russian and international researchers, including Nobel laureate in Economics and centre member Eric Maskin. Professor Fuad Aleskerov, head of the Centre and of the Department of Mathematics at the HSE Faculty of Economic Sciences, shared insights about the school.
Secret to Creativity: What Is Needed for the Development of Creative Industries
The importance of creative industries in driving economic development is undeniable today. Russian and foreign researchers came together at HSE University for the IIV International Academic Conference 'Creative Economy: Main Development Trends and State Policy' to discuss the factors and specific aspects shaping this field.
Delegation from HSE University-St Petersburg Visits Schools and Higher Education Institutions in Vietnam
In October, the faculty and staff of HSE University-St Petersburg held the HSE International Olympiad and Mathematical Olympiad by HSE University at three schools in Hanoi. The tasks on social sciences were designed by professors of HSE University-St Petersburg. During the trip, the delegation also visited higher education institutions in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, including VNU University of Economics and Business (VNU-UEB), a partner of HSE University-St Petersburg.
'Science Does Not Permit Fakes and Cheating'
As a child, Konstantin Anchikov imagined becoming 'director of the office,' and now he is researching general and extracurricular education. In this interview with the HSE Young Scientists project, he speaks about his squabbles with ChatGPT, the educational trajectories observed in remote regions, and his field expeditions to Kamchatka and Transbaikalia.
Barankas, Kokoshniks, and Handmade Dolls: Russian Culture Day Held at HSE University
In late October, 2024, the HSE Campus on Pokrovka hosted the Russian Culture Day Festival. This traditional event, organised by the HSE Department for Internationalisation, aims to help both international and Russian students learn more about the country and its culture, while making new friends in an exciting and positive atmosphere.
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HSE University-St Petersburg Expands Cooperation with Universities in Mexico
In the framework of the academic mission to Latin America, the delegation from HSE University-St Petersburg headed by director Anna Tyshetskaya visited several universities in Mexico. During this trip, HSE signed cooperation agreements with two leading universities: Panamerican University and Universidad Popular Autónoma del Estado de Puebla (UPAEP).
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‘Studying Is in Many Ways Like Sports’
Georgy Khvatkin, first-year student of ICEF International Bachelor’s Programme in Economics and Finance, won gold at the World Cadet, Youth and Junior Sambo Championship. Georgy proved his superiority in the 98 kg weight category. He shares, how he decided to enroll in ICEF, when he started practicing Sambo, how regularly he trains, what role Jackie Chan played in his becoming a pro athlete, and the support his family provides to him.
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