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November 28
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10:00–11:30Sirius Science and Art Park, conference hall 110:00–11:30Sirius Science and Art Park, conference hall 1
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In 2024, the Russian Academy of Sciences will celebrate its 300th anniversary. What academic traditions have taken shape over this time? How can they help strengthen Russia’s research potential? How can we fully unleash the potential of young people to develop domestic science? How can scientists make a personal contribution to the development of their country?Roll up
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10:00–11:30Sirius Science and Art Park, conference hall 210:00–11:30Sirius Science and Art Park, conference hall 2
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In Russia, diverse projects to promote science are currently becoming part of a single ecosystem, as their reach and quality of their content expands. However, Russian science and technology has a weak personification; there is no clear image of a hero, such as a scientist, engineer, or technological entrepreneur. In this regard, it is particularly important to determine how existing and planned media projects are helping to solve the problem of filling the information space with the names of people who are drivers of Russia’s innovative development and whose achievements any Russian can be proud of. The session participants will share experience and opinions on the steps and media techniques that are crucial for the emergence of domestic heroes who inspire young Russians to achieve new scientific and technological breakthroughs. What is the reason for the low personification of science and technology? What images of heroes are essential for Russia to achieve technological sovereignty? What resources are needed to produce such heroes for the entire country? What heroes have already emerged from existing initiatives to promote science and technology? What further work should be done with them and who should do it? Is science a sink or swim world, or do scientists and tech developers need professionals who will take them by the hand and lead them along the path of promoting their knowledge and personality? Who could serve as such a guide? What benefits do scientists see from participating in media projects? How can scientists have a high media profile, while not betraying the scientist and developer in themselves? Does publicity harm their main activities? Where can we find a happy middle ground?Roll up
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10:00–11:30Sirius Science and Art Park, conference hall 910:00–11:30Sirius Science and Art Park, conference hall 9
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As part of the ‘Solutions and Services for the Professional Community’ focus of the Decade of Science and Technology in Russia, experts will discuss opportunities for using information resources for the science and technology industry and propose ways to improve information and analytical support in order to make management decisions in science and development. What information technologies have already been successfully tested by researchers? How can researchers find the information they need and eliminate unnecessary information? What risks exist when using information technologies in science? What resources could be useful for promoting scientific results? How should we prioritize research and development topics? Is there a risk of research being excluded that is of strategic importance in the future? What technologies help minimize such risks? How can we properly combine various information technologies when justifying the effectiveness of the expected scientific result?Roll up
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10:00–11:30Sirius Science and Art Park, Atom Hall10:00–11:30Sirius Science and Art Park, Atom Hall
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Since 2018, the Ministry of Education and Science of the Russian Federation has been implementing a project to create new youth scientific laboratories as part of the ‘Science and Universities’ national project. To date, 740 such laboratories have already been set up at scientific organizations and universities, and by 2024 the number of youth laboratories will increase to 900. The laboratories conduct research in such scientific fields as: microelectronics, new medicine, new energy, agricultural sciences, climate, artificial intelligence, and environmental management. The creation of new youth laboratories has been a success: academic institutes and universities have a great need for them as an opportunity to share the experience they have accumulated and get young scientists, university graduates, and students in their final year of studies involved in scientific work, while the regions view them as a real opportunity to influence the scientific and technological agenda and utilize the potential of federal institutions and universities to solve problems facing the regional economies. The session will serve as a discussion platform about the role and importance of youth laboratories as a tool for supporting young scientists.Roll up
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12:15–13:45Sirius Science and Art Park, conference hall 612:15–13:45Sirius Science and Art Park, conference hall 6
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Despite the active development and implementation of a huge number of successful projects and discoveries, the achievements made by Russian science are the “property of a select few”. Information about them is not sufficiently distributed to a wide audience, so people have a limited awareness about the successes of the scientific sector. To popularize science among a broader audience and strengthen patriotic values, Russia’s technological achievements need to be discussed in a language that is accessible. Social media is the most suitable option for solving this problem, since the younger generation trusts the opinion of bloggers. Young scientists themselves are the best ones to talk about scientific achievements and can become public opinion leaders thanks to popular science content on national social media networks. Why is the issue of promoting scientific achievements in the media so important today? How does the popularization of science affect Russia’s economic and cultural progress? Can the media and new media set trends to make science and the scientific community more appealing to young people? Why should the country’s young minds become the new opinion leaders? Why is business interested in young scientists taking centre stage so that there is more scientific content?Roll up
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14:15–15:45Sirius Science and Art Park, conference hall 114:15–15:45Sirius Science and Art Park, conference hall 1
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How often do scientists have to take part in recording a story or talk about their developments during a press tour instead of writing a scientific article or conducting an experiment? It seems like it takes a lot of time and is not particularly significant. But is that true? One of the key objectives of the Decade of Science and Technology is to change people’s attitudes about the achievements and prospects of Russian science and ensure that they know about the latest domestic developments, trust scientists, and are interested in new research. This enhances the importance of scientists and alters their role. During the discussion, leading journalists, teachers, and press service employees will explain how to become the central figure of a story on television or an Internet show, what advantages and bonuses scientists get from publications about their developments in the media, what scientific communications are, and how they enable scientists to promote their projects by creating opportunities for cooperation with business and development institutions. What are the key media trends in science communication today? How has the role of the scientist changed as scientific knowledge becomes more popular? What tools exist for promoting research and development, and which of them are the most relevant and in demand? Would it be effective to create brand media for a scientific institute, university, or technology company? How are the projects of the Decade of Science and Technology helping scientists advance their research?Roll up
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14:15–15:45Sirius Science and Art Park, conference hall 414:15–15:45Sirius Science and Art Park, conference hall 4
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Modern scientists do much more than just conducting research. They are increasingly dealing with the issue of commercializing their developments and transforming them into a knowledge-intensive business. Partnerships between business and young scientists, which are broadly supported by the government, help to meet ambitious goals that would be impossible to approach alone. What industry challenges are businesses working on together with scientists? How can a scientist identify a niche that needs to be filled and choose his/her own development trajectory? How do technology scouting and technology partnerships work? How can we transform scientific research into a technological solution that is ready to be scaled?Roll up
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14:15–15:45Sirius Science and Art Park, conference hall 514:15–15:45Sirius Science and Art Park, conference hall 5
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School education is a fundamental stage in the formation of human capital: knowledge acquired at school plays an important role in people’s further ability to tap into their professional potential and shape their personal well-being and the well-being of society as a whole. Obviously, additional education, clubs, children’s participation in project activities, extracurricular activities, and the atmosphere in the family also play a significant role in the development of schoolchildren and the shaping of their personality. What tools can motivate children to study subjects in depth and help schoolchildren learn about popular areas of science and technology? What are some of the successful cases in the development and popularization of educational initiatives? How can Russia’s human resources potential be developed starting from school? What improvements can be made to the social and educational environment at school? How can schoolchildren be motivated to study in depth the subjects that are essential to realizing their potential? How can we help schoolchildren learn about modern technologies and in-demand fields of science and technology? What initiatives help promote science and technology among children? Why is it important to focus on teacher retraining? How do universities start working with young people who just completed school? How can we get parents more involved in the process of teaching and raising students?Roll up
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14:15–15:45Sirius Science and Art Park, conference hall 614:15–15:45Sirius Science and Art Park, conference hall 6
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Science fiction helps shape the future by presenting new technologies and scientific discoveries that could change the world. The works of science fiction writers inspire scientists and researchers to make discoveries that will enable us to improve our lives. Science fiction helps us realize that the future is not inevitable and that we can influence its course through our actions and choices. It also helps us imagine what the consequences of scientific developments and initiatives will be, and can warn of possible threats to humanity, such as environmental disasters, global conflicts, or unemployment caused by the introduction of new technologies. How can science fiction help shape an image of the future? Is science fiction a reflection of modern technology, or, on the contrary, does it stimulate progress and development? How can science fiction help us develop science and create technology, as well as build a society of the future?Roll up
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16:30–18:00Sirius Science and Art Park, plenary session hall16:30–18:00Sirius Science and Art Park, plenary session hall
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In the 1920s, the foundations of a new state, the USSR, were laid. The industry that had been destroyed needed to be restored and put on a new track as quickly as possible, and the economy, education, and science had to be developed based on new principles. Despite the difficult economic situation, internal political turmoil, and almost complete external isolation, the Bolshevik government understood the importance and urgency of measures needed to develop science in the Soviet republic. After World War II, the atomic project became a catalyst for the development of many new areas of science and technology, and changed the geopolitical picture of the world. As part of nuclear and, a little later, space projects, complex interdisciplinary and integrated technologies and industries, such as new materials science, nuclear energy, computing technology, microelectronics, nuclear medicine, and robotics, began to develop. Having deeply studied the principles of the structure of nature and its mechanisms, we can actually reproduce its processes with modern science. This will provide people with a fundamentally different level of energy consumption that is economical, like nature itself, and will create new opportunities for increasing life expectancy, improving its quality, and living in harmony with the biosphere.Roll up
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16:30–18:00Sirius Science and Art Park, conference hall 616:30–18:00Sirius Science and Art Park, conference hall 6
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Scientific cinema is one of the most effective ways to ensure scientific communication. When scientists become actively involved in the filmmaking process, they ensure the accuracy and reliability of the information that is presented. They also help filmmakers turn complex scientific concepts into simple ones that everyone can understand. Independent documentary films dedicated to science help us reveal the emotional aspects of the scientific process and get viewers to engage in a dialogue with the author or main character of the film. Films of this genre awaken viewers’ interest in science, affect their perception of the world around them, and encourage new research and discoveries. Scientific cinema takes us on an amazing journey where scientists and filmmakers work together to reveal to us the importance of science. How does this connection take place and how does scientific research translate to the screen?Roll up
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16:30–18:00Sirius Science and Art Park, Atom Hall16:30–18:00Sirius Science and Art Park, Atom Hall
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A meeting with members of the Roscosmos Cosmonaut Corps about their training for space flights, space missions, the continuity of generations, traditions, and mentoring in the Cosmonaut Corps, and international cooperation in the implementation of space projects.Roll up
November 29
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9:30–11:00Sirius Science and Art Park, conference hall 29:30–11:00Sirius Science and Art Park, conference hall 2
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Modern research indicates that childhood not only plays an enormous role in the long-term development of a particular child, but also in the evolution of a country’s human capital. Conducting large-scale interdisciplinary studies of childhood can provide objective data and evidence-based practices to effectively support this period and unlock the potential of each child, including when it comes to such issues as child health as well as correctional and rehabilitation work. What myths about child development have a negative impact on the process of raising and educating children? How should we organize children’s leisure time based on scientific data about the influence of games and reading on a child’s development? How can young scientists get involved in interdisciplinary research and what issues need to be studied further?Roll up
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9:30–11:00Sirius Science and Art Park, conference hall 59:30–11:00Sirius Science and Art Park, conference hall 5
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Achievements in science and technology are among the key indicators of any country’s development. And best of all, a vast audience can see these achievements at museums, which serve as spectacular platforms that can inform people about complex concepts in a simple manner using an unconventional and interactive format as well as multimedia to demonstrate the latest achievements in science and technology, while turning numbers, details, formulas, and wires into a real immersive show that can excite even the youngest guests. What practices are most important for specialized museums? How do museums create their exhibitions and how does this reflect current scientific and technological progress? What are the criteria for an “ideal” museum from the viewpoint of visitors and in terms of maximizing the representation of scientific and technological achievements? How do multimedia formats bring museum realities to life?Roll up
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9:30–11:00Sirius Science and Art Park, conference hall 99:30–11:00Sirius Science and Art Park, conference hall 9
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A key objective of getting Russian citizens to visit scientific infrastructure sites is to prepare and implement an action plan to develop popular science tourism in Russia, which will enable the general public to visit unique research infrastructure sites and learn about the achievements of Russian science and technology. What routes have already been created as part of the initiative, and how many people have already visited popular science tourism sites? What is the youth scientific community’s role in organizing popular science tourism routes? What role does the ‘More than Travel’ programme play in the development of popular science tourism in Russia? What barriers do the regional authorities face when creating popular science tourism routes? How is work on popular science tourism routes being organized and how can a region or institute get involved in the programme? What opportunities does the student tourism programme of the Russian Ministry of Education and Science create in terms of popular science tourism? What routes are available for schoolchildren in the popular science tourism format through the ‘More than Travel’ programme?Roll up
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9:30–11:00Sirius Science and Art Park, Atom Hall9:30–11:00Sirius Science and Art Park, Atom Hall
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Student design bureaus aim to implement projects for the manufacturing of certain types of high-tech products, ensure the practical application of the results of intellectual activities, and accelerate work by joint technology teams comprised of schoolchildren, students, and employees of higher educational institutions, scientific organizations, and high-tech companies. In order to function successfully, student design bureaus must use the most modern design and calculation methods, which engineering students must master in practice as part of their key professional skills. What kind of experience do young scientists working in student design bureaus have? How can we create all the necessary conditions for student design bureaus to operate successfully? What role do student design bureaus play in the development of science and technology in Russia?Roll up
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9:30–11:00Sirius Science and Art Park, Buran Hall9:30–11:00Sirius Science and Art Park, Buran Hall
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Solutions and Services for the Professional Community is an initiative of the Decade of Science and Technology that aims to bring together digital resources that are useful to researchers and developers in their daily activities. What prospects exist for the development of digital solutions and services? What best practices for supporting the initiative can regional representatives use to share experience? What are some of the specific features of the transition from imported to domestic software? What problems need to be resolved?Roll up
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11:45–13:15Sirius Science and Art Park, conference hall 111:45–13:15Sirius Science and Art Park, conference hall 1
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In recent years, there has been a significant increase in the Russian audience’s demand for entertaining popular science content. However, an audience survey showed that viewers most often associate popular science cinema with education, calling it “boring” and “serious”, or with individual channels (like Science 2.0). According to the survey, people do not feel that the popular science content that is currently being produced is high-quality, entertaining cinema that one would go to the theatre to see. This is attributable to the fact that young directors do not always know how to make scientific films, much less make them genre-specific and interesting to a mass audience. The Scientific Film Laboratory 2.0 has set the goal of changing this perception and developed a production methodology to turn dry scientific research into an emotional scientific film. Using this methodology, young directors have made short films with scientists from Skoltech and the Faculty of Chemistry of Lomonosov Moscow State University. The participants will present the actual films and methodology in a showcase format. The format is open to a wide audience: young scientists, directors, and viewers who are interested in scientific cinema.Roll up
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11:45–13:15Sirius Science and Art Park, conference hall 411:45–13:15Sirius Science and Art Park, conference hall 4
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The human brain conceals numerous secrets and is the least understood organ in our body. The parallel operation of tens of billions of neurons and trillions of synapses makes it impossible to create a model of how this organ functions that is even close to reality, and this greatly limits the capabilities of scientists. However, the development of modern technologies across physics, chemistry, microelectronics, and genetics is opening up new horizons for brain research. Scientists are now pinning their main hopes on interdisciplinary research in order to broaden their understanding of how the nervous system functions and apply this knowledge to the medicine of the future. What brain research technologies are believed to be the most promising today? How can modern methods be used to treat dangerous diseases of the nervous system and correct its irregularities? Is it possible to modify the brain and create Human 2.0?Roll up
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11:45–13:15Sirius Science and Art Park, conference hall 611:45–13:15Sirius Science and Art Park, conference hall 6
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Such issues as developing human scientific potential, including specific measures to support women scientists, are becoming particularly important during the Decade of Science and Technology. The session will address the role of women scientists in the development of scientific knowledge; how to overcome gender inequality in science and create favourable conditions to combine the values of a traditional family and effective work in science; opportunities for a uninterrupted scientific career for women scientists with children; the promotion of the achievements and successes of women scientists; and how to enhance the appeal of a scientific career for young researchers. What measures are crucial to developing women’s professional trajectories in priority areas of science and technology? What is the secret to having effective female mentoring programmes in science? How does scientific diplomacy and the positioning of the achievements of Russian science in the global scientific arena help to create platforms for international communication between women scientists given the decline in traditional international contacts?Roll up
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11:45–13:15Sirius Science and Art Park, Buran Hall11:45–13:15Sirius Science and Art Park, Buran Hall
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Combining science, art, and technology creates new narratives and focuses for the development of creative industries. Virtual reality, artificial intelligence, and other modern technologies are increasingly influencing the art world by offering new ways to interact with works of art and expanding the possibilities of the creative process. However, digital technologies in art are both a source of new opportunities and new challenges. On the one hand, combining science and art opens up new horizons for research and creativity. On the other hand, the emergence of new technologies raises concerns about the loss of uniqueness and individuality of the creative process. Some experts believe that art should remain a man-made manifestation of the human soul, and not simply be a mechanical implementation of programme algorithms. The jury is still out on whether virtual reality or computer graphics art has emotional depth and reference. How has the art market changed since the advent of artificial intelligence? To what extent can technology replace or complement the role of the artist? What creative technologies are trending now? What platforms exist to bring representatives of the scientific community and creative industries together? What opportunities are there at the intersection of science and art for creating innovative projects?Roll up
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14:15–15:45Sirius Science and Art Park, conference hall 114:15–15:45Sirius Science and Art Park, conference hall 1
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One of the world’s strongest schools of scientific cinema was lost during perestroika. Scientific cinema is now once again evolving and gaining popularity. Given its long absence from the screens, it has ceased to be perceived as a separate type of cinema with its own specifics and genre. Today, viewers feel that scientific cinema is like a lecture or documentary about a scientific topic. How can we restore viewers’ interest in scientific cinema and properly present it to an audience so that it is different – dramatic, comedic, detective-like, emotional, and exciting? How can we teach directors to work with scientific cinema, using the entire arsenal of expressive means of cinema? How can we attract audiences to scientific cinema? What tools and opportunities are available for this?Roll up
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14:15–15:45Sirius Science and Art Park, conference hall 914:15–15:45Sirius Science and Art Park, conference hall 9
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Russian science is the successor of Soviet science. It is powerful and deeply involved in the country’s technological development. The Soviet experience of the state-run organization, management, and support of scientific research is controversial, but despite all the ambiguity of the different assessments, experts agree that during the Soviet period the country managed to create a scientific industry that was able to respond to the technological challenges of the 20th century and function effectively for a long time in a competitive environment. The scientific discussion will address a number of significant questions: to what extent did the special nature of the Soviet state influence the content and focus of scientific policy, as well as the specific aspects of how science actually functioned and developed? Was the Soviet model of managing science in its various institutional sectors effective or successful? Which decisions and practices were effective and which ones had a distorting effect? In what areas were government decisions on the management of scientific research ahead of their time and in what areas were they lagging behind?Roll up
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16:30–18:00Sirius Science and Art Park, conference hall 716:30–18:00Sirius Science and Art Park, conference hall 7
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During the Year of the Teacher and Mentor, Russia has begun supporting science centres – institutions that aim to study, develop, and promote the history of science and technology based on experience and the involvement of young people in these activities. This issue is consistent with Russia’s national development goals for the period until 2030 in terms of creating opportunities for self-realization and the development of talent. The goals and objectives facing science centres cannot be achieved without integration with the educational process, including adjustments to curricula, the emergence of new disciplines, as well as the development of disciplines related to the philosophy, methodology, and history of science. The activities of science centres should produce the following key effects: the involvement of students in research activities; greater interest in the history of the country, universities, and different scientific fields; the creation and development of a methodology for working with archival data; and the popularization and glorification of the names of scientists and teachers. What kind of work is being done with archival data and different types of sources, and what are some of the specific issues associated with working with archived scientific and technical documentation? What methods exist for storing and representing data? How can we identify the processes of scientific organization based on digitized data? Will science centres be able to ensure continuity in science across generations? What is the best way to get young people involved in working with archival data? How do we digitize data, where do we store it, and how should it be represented? How can we make names in science recognizable?Roll up
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16:30–18:00Sirius Science and Art Park, Buran Hall16:30–18:00Sirius Science and Art Park, Buran Hall
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One of the key focuses of developing science and technology in Russia is the national project ‘Science and Universities’, which aims to support fundamental research and applied developments, build scientific centres with the best working conditions, and create comfortable conditions for researchers and teachers. Since the launch of the project in 2018, significant changes have taken place in society, education, and scientific research. The autonomous non-commercial organization National Priorities will present an expert report at the Young Scientists Congress on the study and assessment of the implementation of the national project. What social impact have the research results had on Russian society over this time? What are the most prominent and successful cases? What kind of prospects should we expect for the development and relaunch of the national project? What role does the Year and Decade of Science and Technology play in this process?Roll up
November 30
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11:15–12:45Sirius Science and Art Park, conference hall 911:15–12:45Sirius Science and Art Park, conference hall 9
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Scientific playgrounds are an initiative of the Decade of Science and Technology, which aim to introduce children of preschool and primary school age to basic scientific principles, and parents to modern scientific trends and opportunities that a scientific career opens up for children. During the session, playgrounds that opened in 2023, as well as new projects, will be presented, while representatives of federal and regional agencies, industry experts, and members of the business community will recap the results of the implementation of the initiative over the last year, discuss prospects for the further development of the initiative, and share experience in implementing projects.Roll up
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11:15–12:45Sirius Science and Art Park, Mendeleev Hall11:15–12:45Sirius Science and Art Park, Mendeleev Hall
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The Decade of Science and Technology has presented major challenges that will determine development for many years: attracting young people to science, getting researchers and developers involved in solving problems that are crucial for the country, and increasing the availability of information about the achievements and prospects of Russian science for citizens. Young people are crucial to strengthening Russia’s role as one of the leading powers. New ideas and new thoughts are what will help put Russia on a trajectory towards technological and economic growth. The Russian Federal Agency for Youth Affairs, along with its partners, actively supports young people in their scientific activities and assists in promoting scientific project initiatives. In an effort to foster interest in science with support measures provided by the state, the Federal Agency for Youth Affairs is creating a stimulating environment where young people are able to showcase their talent and potential. How can we convey information to young people about the new opportunities that are opening up for them today? How can we work systematically to involve young people in research activities? How can we change the image of a scientist in the minds of young people? How will the year-round competence centre in the priority area of ‘Science’ and the Mashuk Knowledge Centre be of interest to young people in 2024? Where can people obtain feedback and evaluations of their research projects? How can we thank volunteers who help young scientists?Roll up
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11:15–12:45Sirius Science and Art Park, Atom Hall11:15–12:45Sirius Science and Art Park, Atom Hall
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Strengthening Russia’s technological sovereignty is one of the key objectives outlined by President Vladimir Putin. To maintain the sustainability of the most essential industries, it is crucial to ensure a high degree of independence in the creation of technologies, developments, and engineering solutions in a short period of time, as well as master the production of almost all critical products. Scientists in Russia need to quickly create advanced products and developments that can ensure the country’s technological sovereignty. Today, we are seeing high demand for specific products and solutions that are urgently needed right now. What opportunities do young people have today for professional and personal growth within large organizations? What role does the participation of young specialists in breakthrough scientific and technical federal programmes and projects play in their career advancement?Roll up
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13:00–14:00Sirius Science and Art Park, Lomonosov Hall13:00–14:00Sirius Science and Art Park, Lomonosov Hall
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13:30–15:00Sirius Science and Art Park, conference hall 313:30–15:00Sirius Science and Art Park, conference hall 3
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The Decade of Science and Technology’s ‘Scientific Volunteering’ initiative aims to get young people involved in research activities. It also has a number of key advantages for science and society as a whole, as it gives scientists access to additional resources and opportunities in collecting and processing research data, and volunteers a chance to familiarize themselves with scientific work in practice and make a feasible contribution to the development of new knowledge. This type of volunteer activity also has its own innovative potential, since volunteers can offer original approaches to solving scientific problems and a new perspective on problems that are important to society. As of late 2023, roughly 30,000 volunteers had already taken part in the initiative’s projects, which provided a strong start for the initiative. Do the parties that are implementing the initiative have a full understanding of the essence of the concept of scientific volunteering? How can we evaluate the initial results of the projects that have been completed? How instrumental are they in implementing the strategic goals of the Decade of Science and Technology? What potential does volunteering for science have and how can we unleash it? What are the further focuses for the development of the initiative and what specific tasks have been set for the next period?Roll up
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13:15–15:45Sirius Science and Art Park, conference hall 913:15–15:45Sirius Science and Art Park, conference hall 9
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Creative industries are one of the fastest growing sectors today and are also becoming an area of high technologies. Augmented reality, metaverses, Web 3.0, and artificial intelligence are already rather familiar artistic tools for creators who are launching numerous promising projects in art, culture, and the media. What role do high-tech solutions play in the development of creative industries today? Which sectors of the creative economy are most promising for scientific research and the use of technologies? And what’s on the flip side of the coin: how do creative industries influence the development of science and technology?Roll up