Director of the RAS Archive A.V. Rabotkevich and Head of the acquisition department O.V. Selivanova took part in the opening of the exhibition ‘Development of Rocket Engineering in Russia’

Director of the RAS Archive A.V. Rabotkevich and Head of the acquisition department O.V. Selivanova took part in the opening of the exhibition “Development of rocket engineering in Russia” in Samara University named after Academician S.P. Korolev. The exhibition is dedicated to the outstanding designer, whose name the university bears. Welcoming speeches were made by the university vice-rectors M.M. Leonov and V.V. Bolgova, federal inspector of the university. Bolgova, Federal Inspector for the Samara region M.V. Yuryev, Deputy Minister of Industry of the Samara region D.R. Gurkov, Director of the Archive of the Russian Academy of Sciences A.V. Rabotkevich and …

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ODK-Kuznetsov and Samara University opened an exhibition on the history of rocket engineering

ODK-Kuznetsov (part of the United engine corporation of Rostec State corporation) and Samara University organise an exhibition dedicated to the development of rocket engineering in Russia and the activities of Academician S.P. Korolev. The exhibition features documents, photographs and artefacts from the history of the aerospace industry. Also, visitors to the exhibition, wearing VR-glasses, will be able to take a 3D excursion to the firing tests of the RD-107A/RD-108A rocket engine – the basis of the Russian space programme. In addition to historical photos of production in different years, ODK-Kuznetsov provided for the exhibition a mock-up of the NK-33 rocket …

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An exhibition of unique archive documents ‘Development of Rocket Building in Russia’ opened in Samara

The 21st of November 2024, Marat Yuryev, Federal Inspector for the Samara Region, on behalf of Igor Komarov, Plenipotentiary Representative of the President of the Russian Federation in the Volga federal district, took part in the grand opening of the exhibition of unique archive documents dedicated to the life and activities of S.P. Korolev, the founder of practical cosmonautics, entitled “Development of rocket engineering in Russia”. In 2022, at the meeting of the Council for strategic development and national projects, Russian President Vladimir Putin identified improving the quality of engineering personnel training as one of the state’s priorities. This task …

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The exhibition ‘Development of Rocket Engineering in Russia’ opened in Samara

An exhibition of unique archival documents titled “The Development of Rocket Engineering in Russia,” dedicated to the life and work of the Soviet scientist and outstanding designer Sergei Pavlovich Korolev, has opened at the Samara National Research University named after Academician S.P. Korolev. The exhibition was prepared by the university in collaboration with the Archive of the Russian Academy of Sciences (RAS), as well as leading enterprises such as JSC “RCC “Progress” and PJSC “ODK-Kuznetsov.” On behalf of Governor Vyacheslav Fedorishchev, the acting Minister of Industry and Trade of the Samara Region, Denis Gurkov, greeted the participants at the opening …

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ODK-Kuznetsov, RSC Progress and Samara University opened an exhibition on the history of rocket engineering

An exhibition of unique archival documents titled “The Development of Rocket Engineering in Russia,” dedicated to the life and work of the Soviet scientist and outstanding designer Sergei Pavlovich Korolev, has opened at the Samara National Research University named after Academician S.P. Korolev. The exhibition was prepared by the university in collaboration with the Archive of the Russian Academy of Sciences (RAS), as well as leading enterprises such as JSC “RCC Progress” and PJSC “ODK-Kuznetsov.” The exhibition features documents, photographs, and artifacts from the history of the aerospace industry. Additionally, visitors can use VR headsets to take a 3D tour …

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Samara University opened an exhibition ‘Development of Rocket Engineering in Russia’

An exhibition of archival documents titled “The Development of Rocket Engineering in Russia” has opened at the Samara National Research University named after Academician S.P. Korolev. The exhibition is dedicated to the life and achievements of the outstanding designer after whom the university is named. Mikhail Leonov, Vice-Rector of the university, noted that the exhibition is of particular interest to students planning a career in the rocket and space industry. It will run until November 28, 2024, and is located at: Molodogvardeyskaya Street, Building 151, Block 1. The exhibition was organized in collaboration with the Archive of the Russian Academy …

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TurkishClub: ‘Turkey’s Historical Sights’

TurkishClub went on a virtual journey through the cities of Turkey! The participants of the meeting looked at the heritage of Istanbul: Galata Tower, Hagia Sophia Cathedral, Blue Mosque (Sultanahmet Mosque), looked at Christian buildings such as Goreme National Park, and learnt about the city of hearts or the religious capital of Turkey – Konya! Interesting fact: the city has over 9,000 years of uninterrupted history. You can go on a little trip around Turkey too – we attach a wonderful presentation about the city of Konya.

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FranClub: ‘The education system in France’

The 19th of November 2024, as part of the FranClub event, a discussion of the education system in France took place. Natalia Nikolayevna Kolesova acted as a guest expert. During the event, which was attended by students, teachers and all those interested in the French education system, Natalia spoke in detail about the three levels of education in France: primary, secondary and higher education. She also spoke about the different educational programmes, including vocational education and academic tracks. Special attention was paid to theoretical learning and strict knowledge requirements. Differences between public and private educational institutions were also discussed. The …

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SinoClub: “Mibao”

The SinoClub of the E.M. Primakov Centre met with Maxim Burnaevsky, general director of Mibao! The company “Mibao” aims to produce natural honey and spread it as a traditional element of Russian culture in the international arena. At the meeting participants learnt many interesting facts: • how to distinguish natural honey from fake and what to pay attention to when choosing honey; • natural honey has no shelf life; • honey is a natural antiseptic and protects people from infections; • except for some varieties – acacia, chestnut, sage, natural honey crystallises and becomes hard; • honey should not be …

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Students and employees of the University took part in the annual Geographical Dictant international educational campaign

On November 16, 2024, Samara University hosted the anniversary edition of the International Educational Campaign “Geographical Dictation” at the M.E. Primakov Regional Center for Public Diplomacy and International Relations of Samara University. This year marks the 10th anniversary of the “Geographical Dictation.” The campaign aims to popularize geographical knowledge and increase interest in science and national heritage. The campaign was opened by Vice-Rector for Educational Work and Youth Policy M.M. Leonov. Participants were welcomed by: Head of the Department of Russian History, Doctor of Historical Sciences, Professor P.S. Kabytov, Associate Professor of the Department of National History and Historiography of …

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