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According to recommendations of the Ministry of science and higher education and the order of the Mayor of Moscow, RUDN introduces voluntary classes attendance mode.

Sino Dzhonov has dreamt of becoming a lawyer since he was a child. He daydreamed of being a reputable young man wearing an expensive suit and holding a briefcase, and he loved this image. However, when he studied at the Peoples' Friendship University of Russia (RUDN), he realized that what matters most is not the looks but the knowledge you possess. Today, Sino is a successful young specialist, with an 80% win rate in court.

QS Ranking Agency introduced QS WUR by Subject 2020 rankings - lists of the best universities in the world in selected subjects. RUDN University has shown rapid rise in the areas of “Linguistics” and “Modern Languages”, and also for the first time became one of the best in the world in subjects “Mathematics”, “Economics and Econometrics” and “Chemistry”.

QS Rating Agency introduced QS WUR by Subject 2020 rankings - lists of the best universities in the world in selected subjects. RUDN University has shown rapid growth in the areas of “Linguistics” and “Modern Languages”, and also for the first time became one of the best in the world in “Mathematics”, “Economics and Econometrics” and “Chemistry”.

A chemist at RUDN University has come up with a new method for the synthesis of a large group of complex poly-heterocyclic organic compounds, which draw interest as possible future medications. The researcher turned to a two-step reaction, in which he used affordable and cheap organic reagents and catalysts based on gold, which allowed him to synthesize as many as 28 new molecules. This approach will significantly expand the libraries of biologically active substances. The work was published in Organic & Biomolecular Chemistry.

RUDN University soil scientists were able to visualise for the first time the activity of the phosphatase enzyme in the soil surrounding the roots of a plant by simultaneously using zymography and a fibre optic acidity sensor. This helped them to see how the plants “adjust” their root system to the environment. The study was published in the journal Soil Biology and Biochemistry.

International students with high grades will be assigned tutors from among teachers to help in building an individual educational plan, show them ways in research activities, and provide psychological and pedagogical support.

February 19, the opening ceremony of the international negotiating competition among law students “INC-Russia 2020” took place. 4 days teams will compete in the art of argumentation. Also, leading world experts will perform master classes for students.

RUDN University welcomes guests: delegations from all over the world are congratulating the University on its anniversary and strengthening friendship by new joint projects.

RUDN has entered a new decade ... February 8, in the State Kremlin Palace it gathered its faithful companions - graduates, teachers, students, staff and friends. Read about the nostalgic memories, meeting with old friends, love for Alma Mater and the succession of graduates generations.

RUDN University bioengineers have created magnetic nanocontainers for “smart” delivery of drugs in the body. Thanks to them, the active substance enters only certain organs or tissues, which reduces the risk of side effects. In an experiment on mice, it was shown that nanocontainers are non-toxic and not dangerous. The results of the study are published in the journal Polymers.