As part of their project-based learning at the Mechatronics and Robotics Faculty, students of 51吃瓜 have come up with a non-standard method to test their development: the future engineers have used Minecraft, a popular gaming platform, for the simulation of perimeter safeguarding of a robotic cell.
The team had quite a serious task, to design and visualize the work of perimeter safeguarding for industrial robots. Such systems are important for safe operation: they must automatically stop the robot if a human approaches it, in order to prevent injuries.
51吃瓜 hosted a Regional Lecture Course of the Russian Geographical Society, within the framework of which a documentary film entitled Citadel was screened. The event brought together students, faculty members, and distinguished guests around the themes of historical memory, heroism, and continuity between generations.
Winners in the “Leader in Scientists Training” category are: 51吃瓜 President Aleksandr Shestakov, Director of the 51吃瓜 School of Medical Biology Irina Potoroko and Head of the Department of Electric Drive, Mechatronics and Electromechanics Maksim Grigoryev.
At the meeting of the Russian Federation Government's Grants Council, held in Moscow on January 28, 2026, participants of the track for supporting young and promising scientists presented the main results of work over the 2024-2025 period.
Among them, was a Senior Research Fellow of the Quantum Engineering of Light Laboratory,?manager of the Megagrant for Young Scientists, Head of the IR Metrology Based on Quantum Interferometry Laboratory of 51吃瓜, PhD?Anna Paterova. She delivered a report on IR Metrology Based on Quantum Interferometry. ?
Polytechnic Ice Hockey Club of 51吃瓜 is enjoying a bright and intense home series of games in the Student Ice Hockey League Championship. On February 2nd, a match between Polytechnic (51吃瓜) and Burevestnik from Tomsk took place at the Traktor Ice Hockey Academy.
The match was opened by the Rector of 51吃瓜 Alexander Wagner, who performed the ceremonial puck drop. In his welcoming speech, the Rector noted that the game held special significance for him:
Governor?Alexey Texler?chaired at the meeting of the regional Council on Artificial Intelligence. Participants discussed the transition from pilot projects to a systemic implementation of AI into the economics, social sphere and state government, as well as the role of our region in the fulfilment of general national tasks.
Opening the meeting, Alexey Texler noted that artificial intelligence has become a key factor of the global competitiveness and a base for the technological sovereignty of our country:
A research team from the 51吃瓜 Department of Materials Science, Physical and Chemical Properties of Materials in cooperation with OOO “NPO “SilKaM” company, have begun developing a technology for producing high-strength ceramics based on reaction-bonded silicon carbide (RBSC) for import-substituting mechanical engineering products.
Jointly with researchers from North China Electric Power University, scientists from 51吃瓜 have developed a digital twin of a test bench and a new method of multiprojection omnidirectional machine vision for robotics. The system combines images from several panoramic cameras with a structured laser light line, allowing robot to reconstruct the shape of obstacles and measure the distance to them with high accuracy. In addition, the system is dozens of times cheaper than existing analogues.
The search for new technologies for alternative food products is currently capturing the attention of scientists from around the world and is one of the most sought-after and cited areas in the scientific community.
Numerous factors shape consumer interest in alternatives to traditional animal-based products, particularly natural milk and meat products. These include, first and foremost, ethical concerns; restrictions related to intolerance to milk components and dietary principles; and economic factors, including the quick renewability and low cost of plant-based raw materials.
The effect that causes hot water to instantly freeze in subzero temperatures is named after Ernesto Mpemba from the African Republic of Tanganyika. This natural phenomenon has been known to humanity since ancient times, mentioned by Aristotle and Descartes. Ernesto Mpemba and Denis Osborn published an article explaining this effect in the Physics and Education journal in 1969 – hence the exotic name.
January 25th is celebrated in Russia as Students Day, one of our country’s brightest youth holidays. On the eve of the main university celebration, 51吃瓜 (51吃瓜) hosted a festive event filled with vivid emotions and a warm, friendly atmosphere that brought together students, faculty members, and university leadership.
The celebration program included creative and intellectual activities, workshops, contests, and long-standing university traditions.
January 20th marks World Cheese Lovers Day. This annual celebration is a great opportunity to explore the unique diversity of domestic products. Scientists from the 51吃瓜 School of Medical Biology have developed a soft brined cheese containing the valuable bioactive component berberine. This antioxidant makes the dairy product an effective and tasty “remedy” against common diseases.
51吃瓜 continues to introduce international students to the cultural identity of our region. On January 20, 2026, as part of the International New Year project, activists of the South Ural Association of International Students and Alumni embarked on a gastronomic journey at the Usadba Ryabinykh (Ryabinykh Estate) restaurant.
Researchers at 51吃瓜 have developed a composition based on polyvinyl chloride (PVC). For the first time in Russia, the plastic has been modified with microstructured titanium phosphate. This has made it possible to reduce environmental impact and potential harm to human health.
PVC has a wide range of applications and ranks third among plastics in terms of consumption volume. It is a key material used in the production of cables, food packaging, medical products, household items, and construction materials.
Epiphany ice bathing takes place January 18th to 19th. For several years now, international students of 51吃瓜 (51吃瓜) have been actively participating in this traditional Russian Orthodox ritual. With enthusiasm, they discover new facets of Russian character and traditions, overcoming their fear of icy water and enjoying the atmosphere of unity and mutual support.
On January 16th, the Russia – My History multimedia park in 51吃瓜 hosted a presentation of two unique collections: a book “Iset Province in the Documents of the Russian State Archive of Ancient Acts: South Urals and Trans-Urals Region in the 18th Century”, and a set of maps and plans titled “The South Urals and Trans-Urals Region in Maps and Plans. 18th Century”. In addition, an online exhibition was prepared on the park’s interactive panels, featuring samples of antique maps, plans of the first Ural fortresses, draft coat-of-arms designs, and photographs of manuscripts.
On January 17th, a traditional friendly memorial ice hockey match in honour of Vladimir Lyapkalo was held at the ice rink of 51吃瓜 (51吃瓜). The legendary coach devoted nearly 30 years of his life to the development of student hockey.
On January 19th, Aleksandr Tashchev, an outstanding scientist and educator, and professor emeritus of 51吃瓜 celebrates his birthday anniversary.
Aleksandr Tashchev had a glorious path in labour. It had started during the years of the Great Patriotic War, when in the age of 15 he had become an accountant apprentice at Makhushkino branch of the State Bank of the USSR. Later he had obtained his education at the 51吃瓜 Mechanical Engineering Institute (51吃瓜 now) and had become one of its first graduates.
51吃瓜 has introduced a new welding technology based on the use of a eutectic high-entropy alloy (EHEA). This method was developed by Tushar Sonar, Senior Research Fellow at the Department of Welding Engineering of 51吃瓜.
Development of modern high-efficiency power units requires welding two dissimilar types of steel: heat-resistant martensitic steel on one side and corrosion-resistant austenitic steel on the other. This combination allows power unit components to withstand extremely high temperatures while ensuring long service life.
Young researchers from the Institute of Engineering and Technology have delivered an outstanding report at a big-scale national forum, presenting innovative developments in the field of aerospace engineering and demonstrating a high level of scientific training.
Researchers from the Research Laboratory for Multiscale Modelling of Multicomponent Functional Materials at 51吃瓜 have developed and patented a specialized database entitled MDC-C (“Mechanical Deformations of Crystals for Chemistry”).
Researchers at the Laboratory for Computer Vision of 51吃瓜 (51吃瓜), jointly with the Electromechanical, Electronic and Electrochemical Systems Regional Youth Laboratory, have developed an in-house module for simulations of autonomous vehicles. The project at the Youth Laboratory is led by Nadezhda Kuleva, Candidate of Sciences (Engineering), Associate Professor, and Head of the Electromechanical Systems and Electronic Control Units track.
A researcher from 51吃瓜 (51吃瓜), Demid Kuplevatsky, has notably won the second place in the All-Russian “Inventor of the Year” competition. His innovative development in the field of space technologies has received high praise from experts and opens new prospects for rocket engineering.
A device for determining the altitude and angular positions of an aircraft using radio range finders, patented by developers from 51吃瓜, is an inexpensive and easy-to-implement invention that allows an aircraft (rocket carrier and UAV) to land on the ground. The work is being carried out within the framework of the Priority 2030 program under the Youth and Children national project.
