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Green Diplomacy Center opened in RUDN

A Center for Green Diplomacy was created based on the RUDN Institute of Environmental Engineering. Among the goals is the integration of the results of scientific and practical activities into the development of international relations in the environmental sphere. The center's specialists will also accompany the corporate sector in solving various environmental problems.

A huge pizza and a jug of water, why should 5G networks be sliced? The winners of RUDN science competition explain

RUDN summarized the results of the scientific competition "Project Start: work of the science club ". Students of the Faculty of Physics, Mathematics and Natural Sciences have created a project for a managed queuing system using a neural network to redistribute resources between 5G segments. How to increase flexibility, make the network fast and inexpensive and reach more users — tell Gebrial Ibram Esam Zekri ("Fundamental Computer Science and Information Technology", Master's degree, II course) and Ksenia Leontieva ("Applied Mathematics and Computer Science", Master's degree, I course).

Lyricists and physicists are now on equal terms: the first humanitarian laboratory opened in RUDN

What is your first association with the word “laboratory”? Flasks and beakers? Microscopes and centrifuges? Yes, many of us would answer the same way.

The National Demographic Report 2023 was published with the participation of RUDN. Demographic well-being of Russian regions

The National Demographic Report, 2023 Demographic Well-Being of Russian Regions (hereinafter - the National Demographic Report) was prepared by the scientific team of the Institute of Demographic Studies of the Federal Research Center of the Russian Academy of Sciences, the Vologda Scientific Center of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Peoples' Friendship University of Russia, the Center for Family and Demography of the Academy of Sciences of the Republic of Tatarstan, as well as with the participation of leading scientists from the Republic of Bashkortostan, Stavropol Krai, Volgograd, Ivanovo, Kaliningrad, Nizhny Novgorod, Sverdlovsk Oblasts and Khanty-Mansi Autonomous Okrug–Yugra.

Professor Kirabaev and Professor Skubachevsky received the prize in the field of science and innovation

The annual award in the field of science and innovation is the highest recognition of scientific merits to the University. The award for 2023 was presented to Nur Serikovich Kirabaev, Doctor of Philosophy, and Alexander Leonidovich Skubachevsky, Doctor of Physics and Mathematics.

“In my expedition suitcase I always have rubber boots, mosquito sprays and a sleeping bag”, Maria Korneikova, Ph.D., an ecologist-microbiologist

Who drew you to microbiology? Why study carbon dioxide levels in the soils of Arctic cities? And is it possible to understand from a soil sample where it came from? Maria Korneikova, PhD in Biology, researcher of the laboratory "Smart technologies for sustainable development of the urban environment in the global change " at RUDN, tells us.

RUDN University will develop agriculture together with Rosselkhozbank

RUDN signed a cooperation agreement with Rosselkhozbank. To date, a roadmap and program for interaction between the bank and the university have already been developed. Thus, the RUDN Agricultural Technological Institute will act as an expert platform for the company, with which it will work on the development of the agro-industrial complex not only in Russia, but also in the world. Rosselkhozbank will open its scholarship program at the university, payments under which will be received by students of the Agricultural and Technological Institute of the RUDN University.

The updated exhibition “Decade of Science and Technology” opened at the exhibition “Russia”

The interactive exposition of the Russian Ministry of Education and Science at the International Exhibition and Forum “Russia” was replenished with 25 new exhibits. Among them are models of the NICA accelerator complex, the Arctic bus “Arktika”, and the expeditionary research vessel “Professor Molchanov”.

RUDN University ecologists discovered an indicator of the quality of the urban environment

RUDN University ecologists have found a sensitive indicator for assessing the quality of the environment in the city. It turned out that microorganisms on the surface of leaves can say a lot about the state of the environment.

RUDN University nanotechnologists have created a new elastic composite

RUDN University nanotechnologists have created a composite material from a superelastic organosilicon compound and carbon nanotubes. The new material changes its properties when twisted and stretched. This can be used in electronics and other fields.

RUDN University doctors named risk factors for death due to a cyst in the brain

RUDN University doctors examined known cases of sudden death from a colloid cyst. After analyzing the data, the authors named the main risk factors and told what to pay attention to.

RUDN University agronomist found wheat genetically resistant to fungus

A RUDN agrotechnologist has identified wheat genotypes that are resistant to a dangerous fungal pathogen that infects plants even before the snow melts and reduces yields.

RUDN Engineers Have Calculated the Parameters of the Heat Rejection System for a Lunar Power Plant

RUDN University engineers have calculated the parameters of a system that can prevent lunar power plants from overheating. These developments will be needed when planning for long-term lunar missions and colonizing the satellite.

Let's go to the mountains: Yuri Dvornikov from RUDN University about climbing the Tien Shan

Ice rock, overnight in the mountains and 6100 meters above sea level... A scientist from the Agricultural Technological Institute went on an expedition to the Tien Shan.

RUDN scientist named the best neural network for diagnosing brain pathologies

RUDN scientist named neural networks that will help doctors interpret the results of an electroencephalogram (EEG) and other test of brain activity. The best of them works with almost 100% accuracy, while not only giving the result, but explaining why it turned out the way it did.

RUDN Engineers Show the Way to Control Satellite Formations More Effectively

To obtain information about objects on the earth's surface and in near-Earth space, it is advisable to use not one, but several satellites. Such satellites move in different orbits, but operate as a whole. This allows us to increase the efficiency and accuracy of the obtained data but requires additional efforts to control the relative motion of satellites. RUDN engineers together with colleagues from Malaysia found a way to effectively control such formations of several satellites.

RUDN engineers: vegetable oil destroys concrete

RUDN University engineers found out that vegetable oil destroys concrete. In 90 days of contact with oil, concrete collapses. This must be taken into account in the construction and operation of industrial buildings where vegetable oils are used in technical processes.

RUDN Engineers Find the Way to Overcome Water Shortage with Rain

RUDN University engineers calculated how to collect precipitation for water supply over a large area in an arid region. The results will help solve the problem of water shortages through the construction of several dams and ponds.

RUDN ecologists obtained hydrogen fuel with the help of iron "sponge"

Scientists have proposed a new catalyst for converting methane into hydrogen — an alternative energy source. The catalyst itself is a simple iron "sponge", an environmentally safe and cheap material.

RUDN neurosurgeons studied the immune response to multiple injuries

RUDN neurosurgeons studied the immune response in polytrauma - multiple serious traumatic lesions. The results will help specialists understand the features of the recovery period and adjust the treatment.

RUDN nanotechnologist creates asphalt modifier from old tires and rubber

A scientist has studied a new way of preparing powder for modifying road surfaces. It consists of obliterated car tires and butadiene styrene rubber.

RUDN University professors increased the “lifetime” of steel parts using a neural network

Scientists from RUDN University, Italy, Canada and Turkey, using an artificial neural network, were able to predict the stability of steel parts and find the optimal protective coating.

RUDN University biologists received nanogold for medicine and agronomy

RUDN University biologists and colleagues from Iran obtained gold nanoparticles using harmless fungi living on a peach tree. The resulting particles turned out to be useful in the fight against a pathogenic fungus that affects rice and potatoes. Potentially, nanoparticles can be used in medicine.

RUDN University veterinarians: shallots will improve immunity and growth of trout

A RUDN veterinarian with colleagues from Iran, Italy and Thailand proved that it is possible to protect the immune system of rainbow trout and enhance its growth with the help of shallot extract.

RUDN University agronomists have learned to destroy potato aphids using harmless mushrooms

RUDN University agronomists and colleagues from Algeria have found a way to combat potato aphids. This parasite infects potatoes with viruses and leads to crop loss. Instead of using insecticides, agronomists have proposed destroying pests with the help of harmless fungi that live on plants.

RUDN mathematicians have calculated how to make 5G communications at the factory of the future

RUDN mathematicians have created a model of the factory of the future, equipped with a large number of devices that “communicate” with each other via 5G. Scientists were able to avoid network breaks and ensure the most reliable and fast connection.

RUDN University chemist turned glycerin into a valuable medical drug

A RUDN University chemist, together with colleagues from Spain, Italy and Saudi Arabia, proposed how to turn a by-product of biofuel synthesis into a valuable product — a substance with a wide medical effect. To do this, chemists needed only a “mill” and a “microwave”.

New breakthrough: RUDN University ecologists patented a method for producing biofuel

Scientists from the RUDN Institute of Ecology Anna Kurbatova, Mikhail Vlaskin and Vinod Kumar proposed a method for producing biofuel — an alternative to using traditional fuel. It simultaneously purifies wastewater and reduces climate stress.

RUDN University doctors evaluated the effectiveness of hernia treatment with a mesh endoprosthesis

RUDN University doctors have followed the recovery of patients after the treatment of a postoperative hernia using a polypropylene mesh-endoprosthesis.

RUDN University mathematician named the main problems of autopilots when detecting pedestrians

A RUDN University mathematician with colleagues from Egypt, Saudi Arabia and China has collected the latest research in the field of deep learning for detecting pedestrians for vehicles with autopilot. The authors identified weaknesses and outlined targets for further research.

RUDN engineer propose a green split system in houses using ground warmth

A RUDN engineer with colleagues from Iran proposed a new model for cooling and heating indoor air using soil energy. This eco-friendly approach is completely harmless and allows you to change the air temperature by 21%.

RUDN physicists described the thermodynamics of interstellar molecules

RUDN physicists have fully described the thermodynamic characteristics of ten molecules that can be found in interstellar space. Some of them have already been discovered, and some are yet to be discovered.

RUDN microbiologists receive antimicrobial drugs from the bark of an African tree

For the first time, RUDN University microbiologists have fully studied the composition of the African tree extract, which is used in folk medicine against inflammation. Moreover, with the help of the extract, biochemists obtained silver nanoparticles. All obtained substances were found to be effective antimicrobial agents.

RUDN University Biologist: salted water saves fish from stress when transporting

RUDN University biologist with colleagues from Brazil and Iran found how to alleviate the stress of fish during transportation. It turned out that this can be achieved with salted water.

RUDN University agronomists increased wheat yield by 65%

RUDN University agronomists have proposed a new scheme for fertilizing winter wheat, which allows increasing the yield by 68%. The key to this is in the combination of nitrogen and growth regulators.

RUDN Biologists Study Live Microorganisms in Toxic Liquids for Metalworking

RUDN biologists have studied microorganisms that can survive in metalworking fluids. The results will allow “picking up” bacteria and fungi that can process toxic waste fluids into a harmless product.

The chemist RUDN created a catalyst for more efficient oxidation of cyclohexane

The chemist of RUDN together with colleagues from Iran and Spain created a catalyst based on palladium and nickel for the oxidation of cyclohesane in the production of adipic acid, which is used for the production of cleaning products, food dyes and other substances. The new catalyst made it possible to double the consumption of cyclohexane.

RUDN University biologist has determined what determines the activity of soil microbes and how climate change affects it

The RUDN biologist named the main driving factor that determines the activity of soil microorganisms in different ecosystems. The results will help to better understand the processes that occur and will occur due to climate change.

Chemist Finds New Target For the Treatment of Neurodegenerative Consequences of High Blood Sugar

Chemists of the RUDN University and Moscow State University (MSU) have determined how the oxylipin profile in the brain changes with an increased glucose level. The results will help to create new drugs for the treatment of epilepsy and other neurodegenerative diseases that occur due to hyperglycemia.

RUDN University doctors named the causes of a dangerous syndrome during pregnancy

RUDN doctors have discovered possible causes of atypical hemolytic uremic syndrome in pregnant women, a rare systemic vascular disease with an unfavorable outcome.

RUDN University soil scientist created the Root-o-mat program for processing data on enzymes in the soil

RUDN University soil scientist together with colleagues from Germany developed a program that visualizes the activity of enzymes in the soil. It standardizes and simplifies the processing of results and analysis of images that are obtained by zymography.

RUDN University chemists create substances for supramolecules' self-assembly

RUDN University chemists derived molecules that can assemble into complex structures using chlorine and bromine halogen atoms. They bind to each other as “velcro” — chlorine “sticks” to bromine, and vice versa. As a result supramolecules are assembled from individual molecules. The obtained substances will help to create supramolecules with catalytic, luminescent, conducting properties. The study is published in Mendeleev Communications.

RUDN University chemist creates nanocatalysts for vanillin synthesis

RUDN University chemist proposed a new method to create catalysts on a porous silicon matrix with metal nanoparticles. Efficient catalysts for organic reactions are obtained, for example, for the synthesis of vanillin, which is in demand in the food and perfume industry.

RUDN biologists have determined how the body’s response to lack of oxygen at the molecular level changes with age

RUDN University biologists have determined how the body’s response to lack of oxygen at the molecular level changes with age. These are the first results in this direction — previously it was known only about the change with age in the overall resistance to low oxygen levels.

Tissue architecture, cell organization, biomedical products: RUDN University opens a new research and educational resource center

On October 4, the Research and Educational Resource Center (REC) of innovative technologies of immunophenotyping, digital spatial profiling and ultrastructural analysis (molecular morphology) opened at the RUDN.

RUDN scientists suggested how to help the soils of Zaryadye Park

RUDN University scientists conducted a comprehensive soil and environmental survey and took more than 80 soil samples in Zaryadye Park. An assessment of the physicochemical, microbiological, and ecotoxicological properties of soils made it possible to develop recommendations and a plan for the care of soils in analogous landscapes in the park.

RUDN University Chemist Creates Nanofilter to Clean Water from Toxic Dyes

RUDN University chemist with colleagues from India and Korea created a nanofilter for water purification from synthetic dyes. The graphene-based composite can quickly remove up to 100% of harmful compounds from water, and it can be used up to seven times without losing efficiency. In addition, the synthesis of the nanofilter itself is economical and environmentally friendly.

Abnormalities in the development of the brain in premature babies have learned to predict by three-dimensional ultrasound

People who were born prematurely, with a lower body weight and growth delays in the womb, are more likely to suffer from disorders of neuropsychological development. RUDN doctors have proposed and tested a method by which deviations can be detected in the first weeks of life.

RUDN University environmentalist has created a reusable "nano-sponge" for wastewater treatment

A RUDN University ecologist, together with colleagues from Korea and India, has created a reusable “nano-sponge” that can absorb harmful compounds from wastewater. Moreover, it works simultaneously for organic and inorganic pollutants.

RUDN chemists have created a biodegradable polymer for disposable medical products

RUDN chemists have created a biodegradable polymer based on chitosan and polyhydroxybutyrate. Chitosan, which is obtained from animal shells and fungal cells, gives the compound antimicrobial properties, so it can be used for disposable medical and hygienic materials and products.

RUDN University Mathematician Develops an Approach for Individual Therapy of Haemophilia and Thrombosis

RUDN University professor together with colleagues from France and the USA has developed a technique for describing blood clotting regarding the individual characteristics of patients. This will help to make more accurately diagnosis and select drugs dosages for the treatment of haemophilia, thrombosis and other blood coagulation disorders.

RUDN chemists have found an effective catalyst for the synthesis of raw materials of the chemical industry

RUDN chemists have proven the effectiveness of metal complexes for catalysis of cyanhydrin production — substances important for the chemical industry. Chemists managed to achieve 96.3% of the reaction efficiency.

RUDN University chemists have created an unusual flat crystal with magnetic properties

RUDN University chemists have created a metal-containing compound with an unusual flat architecture. The unexpected structure was formed due to the spontaneous capture of carbon dioxide from the air during the reaction. The crystal has magnetic properties. This can be useful for creating storage devices.

Scientists report an effective method for synthesizing analogues of natural medicines

RUDN University chemist together with colleagues from Belgium and China proposed a new method for the synthesis of biologically active phenanthridinones. This protocol allows creating a wider range of products and does not require a long time or harsh conditions.

Chemists of RUDN showed how new antineoplastic medicine interacts with proteins of blood

Chemists of RUDN in details investigated the molecular mechanism of interaction of recently created antineoplastic preparation with proteins of blood. Results not only will allow to judge efficiency of means, but also are of interest from the point of view of understanding of mechanisms of action of similar drugs.

RUDN University chemist creates reusable vanadium catalysts on a carbon framework

The RUDN University chemist together with colleagues from Portugal created catalysts based on vanadium, supported on a carbon framework. They can be used, for example, to produce adipic acid. The use of the framework increased the efficiency of the catalysts, made them reusable and allowed the reaction to be carried out with microwave radiation instead of the more energy-consuming oil heating.

The right proportions increase the strength of concrete by 30%

To increase the strength, researchers come up with new methods of reinforcement—usually with metal structures or nanofibers. A RUDN University professor with colleagues from Iran has discovered an easier way. Even from a conventional concrete mix, one can get a more durable material. The main point is to choose the right proportions and hardening conditions. The main point is to choose the right proportions and hardening conditions.

RUDN University mathematician determined the conditions for the coexistence of three species in the wild

RUDN University mathematician together with colleagues from India and France for the first time studied in detail the system of coexistence of three species of living creatures in the wild. The results help to understand what parameters determine the extinction andли survivalof species, and how the number of species changes in space and time.

RUDN University Chemist Created Coordination Polymers Films with up to 99.99% antibacterial efficiency

RUDN University chemist with his colleagues from Portugal has developed two types of coating based on new coordination polymers with silver. Both compounds were successfully tested against four common pathogens.

RUDN scientists have improved titanium dental implants with graphene nanosloyers

RUDN researchers have created and tested a method for processing titanium dental implants. It turned out that theanoslos of graphene on the surface of titanium improve its interaction with stem cells,which are placed on the implant so that it better "takes root".Thanks to this method ofprocessing, stem cells are better kept on the surface, multiply and turn into the desired cells.

Geologists have proven the effectiveness of a simple and cheap method for determining the age of minerals

Geologists have proven the effectiveness of a new method for determining the age of pyrites — minerals that appear during the formation of ore, during tectonic and sedimentary processes. The new method is simpler and more accurate than the classical one, besides it does not require a large number of samples for analysis.

The RUDN medical officer named the most susceptible to inflammation of the respiratory tract workers of metalworking plants

Physician RUDN University together with colleagues from Kazakhstan and the United States investigated inflammatory processes in the respiratory tract in workers of the metalworking industry. They are exposed to constant exposure to particulate matter (inhale metal particles) and this can have negative health effects. According to the composition of exhaled air, doctors assessed for which areas of work in production the risk of inflammatory processes in the lungs is more pronounced.

RUDN mathematicians have proposed a simple model for a 5G network for VR applications

RUDN mathematicians have proposed a model for calculating the optimal parameters of a 5G network for virtual reality applications. It is simpler than analogues and at the same time is not inferior to them in efficiency.

RUDN University Chemists Propose a One-Step Synthesis of Substances for Medicine

The RUDN University chemists have discovered a reaction for the synthesis of acetimidamides, heterocyclic compounds with biological activity that can be used for the synthesis of hormones, anti-inflammatory and other medical drugs. The reaction goes in one step with an efficiency of up to 96%.

RUDN University Biologist Outlined the Molecular Mechanisms of Herbal Extracts in Fish

The RUDN University biologist with colleagues from Egypt, Italy, Iran, Canada, Thailand and Turkey summarized research data on the effect of phytonutrients on fish health at the molecular level.

RUDN University chemist: microalgae help purify water and synthesize biofuels

RUDN University chemist together with colleagues from India, Russia and South Africa showed that green microalgae Chlorella sorokiniana can be used for cleaning wastewater from a toxic pyrene. Algae absorb pyrene and at the same time change their metabolism to adapt to stressful conditions. As a result, more lipids are formed in algae, from which safe biofuels can be efficiently synthesized.

RUDN University biologist built a thermodynamic basis for calculating soil parameters

A RUDN University biologist presented a theoretical rationale for analyzing soil quality. The theory is based on thermodynamic analysis and allows us to calculate practically important parameters such as the optimum moisture content.

RUDN chemists have created catalysts for cheap and efficient synthesis of propylene and ethylene

RUDN chemists have proposed catalysts for the production of propylene and ethylene. The new catalyst is based on minerals and makes synthesis cheaper, more efficient and more convenient.

Simple protocol for the potential anti-cancer drugs synthesis

Chemists from Russia and the USA have created a protocol for the synthesis of potential anti-cancer drugs. It allows obtaining promising compounds “in one pot” — that is, by mixing all the reagents in a single reaction.

RUDN University Biologist Has Determined What Determines the Activity of Soil Microbes and How Climate Change Affects It

The RUDN biologist named the main driving factor that determines the activity of soil microorganisms in different ecosystems. The results will help to better understand the processes that occur and will occur due to climate change.

Manager, Secretary and Welder Are the Most Harmful Professions for Psychological Health, a Study by a RUDN University Physician Showed

RUDN University physician together with colleagues from Kazakhstan conducted the first study in Kazakhstan on the standard of living on parameters related to physical and psychological health. Among other things, the study showed the three most harmful professions for psychological health.

RUDN University Scientist Compares Algorithms for Solving the Optimal Control Problem

Systems of several objects with an assigned sequence of actions are described with so-called optimal control problem. They arise for example, in controlling a spaceship or managing a country’s tax system. Mathematically, this means that one needs to minimize or maximize some parameter of the system (for example, minimize time or maximize employment). There is no generally accepted universal way to analyse such systems numerically, but there are many approaches and algorithms. Researchers from RUDN University and Federal Research Center “Computer Science and Control” of the Russian Academy of Sciences have proposed two approaches based on several modern computer algorithms for solving the problem of optimal control of a group of robots.

A RUDN soil scientist found out the mechanism by which soil microorganisms regulate the carbon balance

A RUDN soil scientist with colleagues from Germany, China, Saudi Arabia, and Sweden found out the mechanism by which soil microorganisms regulate the carbon balance.

Scientists Created a Tool for Targeted Drug Delivery to Tumor

RUDN University and Shahid Beheshti University (SBU) chemist together with colleagues from Iran created a system for targeted delivery of anti-cancer drugs. The complex based on graphene and gelatin using green chemistry methods. In future, it can help to avoid side effects during cancer chemotherapy.

RUDN University Mathematician Calculated the Most Effective Vaccination Strategy

RUDN mathematician, together with colleagues from India, Romania, and France, calculated how many people need to be vaccinated in different population groups to cope with the epidemic. Moreover, mathematicians figured out what vaccination strategy should be followed to simultaneously minimize both the number of infected and the cost of the vaccine. The calculations are valid for any epidemic, including COVID-19.

Biologists Propose the Most Effective Method to Clean the Northern Soils from Petroleum Products

Biologists have found that sorption-biological treatment is the most effective method to clean northern soils contaminated with petroleum products. To do this, activated carbon and peat are introduced into the soil, which bind toxic petroleum hydrocarbons and make them available for decomposition by microorganisms. The proposed method of bioremediation will help to improve the ecological state of soils in areas of oil production and spills.

Chemists Reveal Potential of NMR Spectroscopy for Microalgae Study

RUDN University chemists together with colleagues from India analyzed the microalgae metabolism at the molecular level using nuclear magnetic resonance. The results identified the strengths and weaknesses of this methodology and showed the most promising areas for future development.

RUDN University Scientists Fit Pets in the Classification of Ecosystem Services

RUDN University scientists conducted a survey among residents of Moscow and found out the reasons why they have pets. The results proved that pets should be included in the classification of ecosystem services. This will help to consider the interests of pet owners in urban planning and management.

RUDN physicians have identified genetic characteristics that may affect the predisposition to re-stenosis

RUDN University physicians have identified genetic characteristics that may affect the predisposition to re-stenosis — narrowing of the lumen of the vessel — after the installation of a stent. The results will help to determine the risk of restenosis and select personalized therapy more accurately.

RUDN Chemists Have Created a Reusable Switch Catalyst for The Synthesis of Two Different Compounds

RUDN chemists have created a reusable catalyst for the oxidation of sulfides for the synthesis of drugs, dyes, and other compounds. It can “switch” the final product and provides “green” reaction conditions.

Scientists Report New Hydrogel to Protect Wounds from Germs

RUDN University and Shahid Beheshti University (SBU) chemist together with colleagues from Iran created a hydrogel film for wound dressing. It protects the wound from germs and is harmless to healthy tissues. Moreover, its porous structure can hold antibiotic, which kills dangerous microorganisms and provide additional protection.

RUDN Scientists Proposed Using Satellite Images to Assess the State of Chernozems

RUDN scientists have traced the changes that have occurred in the chernozems of the Belgorod region over the past 35 years. During soil degradation, they often change color, and this allowed specialists to assess their condition from satellite images. This method will help to quickly identify the deterioration of the soil and regulate its use to increase the efficiency of cultivation.

RUDN scientists found out how development the cities influence carbon stocks in soils of steppes and Subpolar zone Russian Federation

RUDN scientists found out that the urbanization favorably affects stocks of organic carbon in soils of northern latitudes whereas in the southern leads to exhaustion of this important soil component. Research conducted on the example of Murmansk and Rostov-on-Don — the large Russian cities from different climatic zones. The obtained data will help to correctly plan development the cities in order to avoid exhaustion of local soils.

RUDN University Engineers Propose a New Approach for Accounting Plastic Anisotropy in the Theoretical Description of Metal Forming Processes

RUDN University engineers have shown that theoretical calculations traditionally used to describe the compression of metal work pieces, do not consider an important property of materials. Scientists have proposed a new approach that considered the missing property and showed that the result in this case changes by 15-20%.

RUDN chemist has created a powerful antimicrobial drug that is several times more effective than existing ones

RUDN University chemist together with colleagues from Poland, created a compound made of silver and organic ligaments. It has the potential to fight viruses and bacteria several times more effectively than existing drugs.

RUDN chemists have discovered an economical method for the synthesis of secondary amines

RUDN University chemists have proposed the way to construct secondary amines — organic compounds that are widely used in all fields of chemistry. The reaction allows to obtain a product with 97% yield. It goes in visible light and does not require auxiliary reagents.

The first research school of RUDN officially formed

The School of Differential and Functional-Differential Equations was the first officially recognized scientific school at PFUR. The status was granted by the University Academic Council on May 16, 2022.

Biologists Propose the Most Effective Method to Clean the Northern Soils from Petroleum Products

Biologists have found that sorption-biological treatment is the most effective method to clean northern soils contaminated with petroleum products. To do this, activated carbon and peat are introduced into the soil, which bind toxic petroleum hydrocarbons and make them available for decomposition by microorganisms. The proposed method of bioremediation will help to improve the ecological state of soils in areas of oil production and spills.

RUDN University Chemists Revealed the Potential of NMR Spectroscopy For Microalgae Study

RUDN University chemists together with colleagues from India analyzed the microalgae metabolism at the molecular level using nuclear magnetic resonance. The results identified the strengths and weaknesses of this methodology and showed the most promising areas for future development.

RUDN University Scientists Fit Pets in the Classification of Ecosystem Services

RUDN University scientists conducted a survey among residents of Moscow and found out the reasons why they have pets. The results proved that pets should be included in the classification of ecosystem services. This will help to consider the interests of pet owners in urban planning and management.

RUDN Physician Proposed an Automatic Dental Morphometric Research Based on 3D Imaging Techniques

The RUDN physician suggested how dental morphology can be studied using tomography and 3D modelling. The method works fully automatically and can be used in anthropology as well as in routine dental practice.

RUDN Mathematicians Say That 5G Will Cope with Traffic When Using WiGig

RUDN mathematicians investigated the possibility of combining 5 GNR technology and WiGig — a high-frequency range that allows you to transfer data at speeds up to 10 Gbps. This will smooth traffic fluctuations in 5Gnetworks and cope with user requests.

RUDN University Physicists Determine the Optimal Conditions for Holding High-Energy Plasma Clouds in Pyrotron

RUDN University physicists have described the conditions for the most efficient operation of long mirror-based variant of cyclotron in the autoresonance mode. These data will bring better understanding of plasma processes in magnetic traps.

Scientists reveal the water column of the Yamal lakes can be a microbial filter

Scientists from the Winogradsky Institute of Microbiology RAS, RUDN University, St. Petersburg State University and the Tyumen Scientific Centre SB RAS studied the microbial communities from several lakes of the Yamal Peninsula. It turned out that methanotrophs (bacteria that use methane as a source of energy) consume methane more actively in the deep mature lakes of the peninsula than in small thermokarst lakes. In this regard, methane emissions into the atmosphere from the surface of deep lakes are low, and only small (relatively younger thermokarst lakes with constitutional ground ice) can make a significant contribution to methane emissions in the north of Western Siberia. Thus, bacteria perform an important function for the climate balance — they reduce the emission of methane into the atmosphere.

RUDN University Chemist: Algae Can Both Purify Lead-contaminated Water and Create Biofuel

Lead is one of the most common heavy metals that pollute the environment. The level of lead pollution is constantly growing because of its use in the production of batteries, paints, and fuel. Basically, lead enters the environment through the wastewater of production facilities. From there, it affects the entire ecosystem. One of the ways to purify water from lead is bioremediation. Toxic metal is absorbed by microorganisms that become resistant to it, for example, through increased accumulation of lipids. RUDN University chemist together with colleagues investigated the possibility of using microalgae Chlorella Sorokiniana for bioremediation. Chemists have also shown that the protective mechanisms of algae not only reduce the level of pollution, but also increase the potential of using microorganisms as biofuels.

RUDN University Scientist Shows A New Mechanism For The Formation Of Antitumorigenic Effects In The Tumor Microenvironment

RUDN University scientist together with colleagues from Germany for the first time showed the unique possibilities of studying the CD38 protein in mast cells using multiplex immunohistochemistry technologies. The obtained results open up new horizons in the study of the antitumorigenic effects of the tumor microenvironment and the development of promising methods of cancer immunotherapy.

The Chemist RUDN Proposed Effective Catalysts For Water Purification From Caffeine

The chemist RUDN proposed a way to destroy caffeine with the help of ultraviolet radiation and available composites. The discovery will help to safely clean the water from accidental contamination.

RUDN Ecologists: Gypsum Is Ineffective For Protecting Soils From Toxic Metals

The ecologists of the RUDN for the first time proved the ineffectiveness of the popular method of protecting the soil from toxic metals — gypsum treatment. It turned out that this practice is not only ineffective, but, on the contrary, increases the level of pollution.

RUDN Chemist Improves Classical Reaction to Produce Complex Amines

The RUDN University chemist together with colleagues from Belgium improved the protocol of the classical Petasis reaction, which is used to obtain substances for medicine and agrochemistry. The improved method allows the reaction to be carried out in mild conditions with a high yield of the product.

RUDN economists found out why eco-labels do not work in Russia, and suggested how to fix it

RUDN economists have found out how consumers relate to eco-labeling in Russia. It turned out thattheydo not pay attention to eco-labels, and manufacturers mislead them,so in Russia eco-labeling does not yet contribute to the sustainable developmentof the economy. Ekonomists suggested using a smartphone appto helpshoppers verify the authenticity of eco-marks.

RUDN University Physicists Determine the Optimal Conditions for Holding High-Energy Plasma Clouds in Pyrotron

RUDN University physicists have described the conditions for the most efficient operation of long mirror-based variant of cyclotron in the autoresonance mode. These data will bring better understanding of plasma processes in magnetic traps.

RUDN scientist built a neural network to estimate the optimal threshold policy for heterogeneous devices in queueing theory

RUDN University mathematician proposed an artificial neural network for solving the queuing theory problems that arise, for example, in computing systems or business processes. Together with classical methods, it will help calculate the optimal queue length, at which it is necessary to use a slower device to minimize the functions of average losses even with a large system load. The results are published in Mathematics.

Mathematicians report new model of tumor growth

RUDN University mathematician built a model of tumor growth with an account of tissue mechanics. Unlike many others, it is quite simple for numerical and analytical research. It made it possible to reproduce two phenomena described in clinical practice. Further study of the model will allow finding optimal ways to treat tumors.

RUDN University awards for specific areas of science and technology based on the results of 2021

Every year, RUDN University selects the best of the best in the field of science and innovation and encourages with a special reward. Since 2009, the Academic Council of the University has been awarding one reward in natural and technical sciences and the other one in social and humanitarian sciences. Both individual researchers and groups of authors can become laureates.

International Day of Women and Girls in Science: women scientists of the RUDN talk about their path to science

“Science is the basis of all progress that facilitates the life of mankind and reduces its suffering,” — Marie Sklodowska—Curie. A symbol of a woman’s success in science. The first scientist in the world — twice winner of the Nobel Prize.

RUDN University Mathematicians Create a Model for Queue Organizing with Self-Sustained Servers

RUDN University mathematicians proposed a model for optimizing the operation of queuing systems (from computer networks to stores). Unlike analogues, the servers in it are self-sustained. They can determine when to start and stop working themselves. Such a model can be useful, for example, for online taxi services and other systems where workers choose their own operating hours.

RUDN University Researchers Create a Drug Coating for Tracheal Stents

RUDN University scientists have created a drug-eluting coating for stents, which are implanted into the trachea in case of airway obstruction. This will help to reduce the damage caused by the stent and prevent the restenosis.

RUDN economists have calculated how to improve living standards in countries with different income levels

RUDN economists have determined how the conditions for achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals differ in high- and low-incomecountries. The researchers proposed recommendations to raise living standards by 45–95%.

Scientists Show the Importance of Contact with Nature in the City During the Lockdown

The measures taken during the COVID-19 pandemic limited the access of citizens to natural objects. It is still unexplored, what consequences this had for the residents and what conclusions should be drawn for more effective urban planning.

RUDN Biologists prove the effectiveness of silver nanoparticles against phytopathogens

RUDN biologists proved the effectiveness of biogenic metal nanoparticles against some fungi infecting plants. The nanoparticles are obtained in a safe way from strawberry leaf extract.

RUDN Chemist creates carbon “flower” for zinc-ion supercapacitors

A RUDN University chemist has created an unusual carbon structure that can be used as a cathode in zinc-ion supercapacitors. The batteries obtained on its basis have a higher capacity and energy density than existing analogues.

RUDN University Biologists Obtain 7 Metal Nanoparticles Using Strawberry

RUDN University biologists have proposed a safe and environmentally friendly way to obtain seven types of metal nanoparticles that are necessary for medicine and agriculture. This does not require expensive and toxic chemicals or expensive equipment — the synthesis takes place using an extract from the leaves of Fragaria ananassa.

RUDN economists have chosen the best cryptocurrency for investments during the pandemic

During the COVID-19 pandemic, the world economy faced a crisis, which affected tourism, hospitality, construction, and rental housing. But the efficiency in the cryptocurrency market, which is equal to the ratio of results to costs, has increased over this period. RUDN economists have created a global composite index to monitor daily market changes under the influence of COVID-19 and confirmed that the coronavirus crisis has almost not affected cryptocurrencies.

RUDN University engineers named the best machine learning methods for processing radar data

RUDN University engineers compared four machine learning methods used to process radar data. The researchers named the most effective and fastest methods.

RUDN veterinarians have found three promising probiotics for the treatment of cats

RUDN veterinarians have identified three of the most promising bacteria from the cat microflora that could form the basis of probiotics to fight surgical infections incats.

RUDN chemists have created a “green” catalyst for the synthesis of complex molecules for medicine and industry

RUDN chemists have created a palladium catalyst for the Suzuki reaction for a more economical and safe synthesis of complex molecules for the pharmaceutical and chemical industries. It keeps palladium from unwanted ingress into the final product, allows the reaction to be carried out in a “green” solvent and achieve 97% of the product yield.

RUDN mathematicians have calculated how many 5G towers are needed depending on the network requirements

RUDN mathematicians have developed a model that allows you to calculate how many 5G stations you need to put in order to achieve the required network parameters.

RUDN University linguists have proposed a new methodology for learning a foreign language in the field of professional communication

RUDN University linguists have developed a new methodology for learning a foreign language. Its main idea is the complete linguistic and cultural immersion of the student. It is assumed that this methodology will be especially useful for language learning in the field of professional communication.

RUDN University Scientists In Pharmaceutical Technology Proved Effectiveness Of New Dosage Form

RUDN University scientists together with colleagues from Switzerland proved in a clinical trial the effectiveness of a new dosage form — amorphous solid dispersion. This is the first such study in humans to show the mechanism of action of this form of drug release. In the future, it will help to increase the effectiveness of drugs and use new active substances for treatment.

New Method Allows Detecting Tumor by Measuring its Temperature

Russian researchers have proposed a method for detecting cancer and other diseases by measuring the temperature inside the body.

RUDN engineers created a filter for water from coal and cement, and its effectiveness was proven using an application

RUDN engineers have proposed a new complex of cement and coal for purifying water from toxic pollutants. The operation of the filter compound was tested experimentally — by purifying water from two dyes (methylene blue and rhodamine B). Moreover, its efficiency (it reached 80%) was tested in a simple way — with the help of a smartphone application.

RUDN ecologists: 1 hectare of urban soil emits an additional 0.2 tons of CO2 per year due to elevated temperatures

RUDN scientists have for the first time calculated how carbon dioxide emission from soil increases due to rising temperatures within the city limits.

RUDN University scientists have proposed a method for assessing the economy for environmental friendliness

RUDN economists have developed an approach that allows assessing the level of development of the circular economy in different countries. The new method will help experts and governments determine how successfully recycling systems, energy-saving technologies and new “green” materials are being introduced into the economy.

RUDN Biotechnologists developed an effective technology for nutrient biocapture from wastewater

RUDN biotechnologists proposed a new approach to extracting nutrients from wastewater using immobilized microalgae of the genus Lobosphaera. The resulting substances can be used as fertilizers.

Mathematicians Create a Model of Group Decision Making Explaining the Whole Process of Debates

RUDN mathematicians with colleagues from Spain, China and Saudi Arabia have proposed a model of collective decision-making, which not only helps to find consensus, but also explains how and why it was achieved.

RUDN Biologists prove the effectiveness of silver nanoparticles against phytopathogens

RUDN University biologists proved the effectiveness of biogenic metal nanoparticles against some fungi infecting plants. The nanoparticles are obtained in a safe way from strawberry leaf extract.

RUDN biochemist develop new compounds for photodynamic antitumor therapy

A biochemist from RUDN University studied a range of new chlorine derivatives to be used in cancer phototherapy to diagnose tumors and to increase the sensitivity of tumor cells to light.

Biologists from RUDN University discovered the secret of flaxseed oil with long shelf life

Biologists from RUDN University working together with their colleagues from the Institute of Molecular Biology of the Russian Academy of Sciences and the Institute of Flax studied the genes that determine the fatty acid composition in flaxseed oil and identified polymorphisms in six of them. The team also found out what gene variations could extend the shelf life of flaxseed oil. This data can be used to improve the genetic selection of new flax breeds. The results were published in the BMC Plant Biology journal.

A Chemist from RUDN University Developed a New Method for Combating Antibiotic Resistance in Microbes

Bacteria in biofilms are 1,000 times more resistant to antibiotics, disinfectants, mechanical treatment, and other types of stress. A chemist from RUDN University suggested a method to prevent the formation of biofilms and reduce the resistance of bacteria to antimicrobial medications. This might help increase the efficiency of antibacterial treatment in the food industry, medicine, and agriculture.

Chemists from RUDN University used crab shells to improve palladium catalysts

Chemists from RUDN University synthesized soluble biopolymers based on chitin from crab shells. Together with palladium, they form effective catalysts for organic reactions, and their nanoparticles can be re-used over ten times.

Nobel Prize in Medicine awarded for receptor research

The Nobel Committee in Stockholm has named the laureates in Medicine — David Julius and Ardem Patapoutian. They discovered how temperature or touch, for example, is transformed into human sensations.

A RUDN University physicist simplified the Einstein-lovelock theory for black holes

Allowing for quantum corrections, the Einstein-Lovelock theory describes black holes with an equation that contains an infinite number of terms. However, according to a RUDN University physicist, the geometry of a black hole in this theory can be presented in a compact form, and a limited number of terms can suffice to describe the observed values. This could help scientists study black holes in theories with quantum corrections to Einstein’s equations.

RUDN University ecologist suggested a way to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in animal farming

An ecologist from RUDN University suggested a method to evaluate and reduce the effect of animal farms on climate change and developed a set of measures for small farms that provides for the complete elimination of greenhouse gas emissions.

Nasal septum surgery can affect behaviour, say medics from RUDN University

A team of medics from RUDN University conducted an experiment on rats and confirmed that surgeries in the nasal cavity can cause behavioral changes, namely, make the animals timider. This effect is associated with an ANS reaction triggered by stress.

RUDN University soil scientist: Paddy soil fertilization can help reduce greenhouse effect

A soil scientist from RUDN University discovered the effect of fertilization on the ability of the soil to retain carbon. To understand this mechanism, he and his team studied the movement of organic carbon in the soil of rice paddies. The results of the study can help increase the fertility of the paddies while at the same time reducing the volume of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere.

RUDN University biologist: Fern leaves improve immunity and support growth in carps

According to a biologist from RUDN University, fern leaves powder has a positive effect on the immune system, antimicrobial activity, and growth of carps. Based on this data, fish farms can breed big and healthy fish without using any chemical additives.

The chemist RUDN suggested how to use transition metals in pharmaceuticals

Chemist RUDN analyzed approaches to the chemistry of catalysts and identified two ways that can give significant development to pharmaceuticals. Flow chemistry and metal catalysts will help to remove the restriction on the use of transition metal complexes in the pharmaceutical industry. This will allow us to develop processes in the fields of fine chemistry that have not been scaled for a century.

RUDN University Soil Scientist showed how global warming increases the release of greenhouse gases from rice fields

RUDN University Soil Scientist studied the decomposition of organic substances in rice fields, from where carbon dioxide and methane enter the atmosphere. Both of these gases enhance the greenhouse effect and affect warming in subtropical regions. It turned out that the effect of plant roots on soil microbial communities, which increases the release of gases, depends on temperature changes. Climate warming will cause even more greenhouse gases to be released into the atmosphere.

Chemists propose a new method for the synthesis of pyrroles

RUDN University chemists proposed a new safe approach for the synthesis of pyrroles, substances used in the production of biologically active compounds, from simple and affordable raw materials. The new method would reduce the cost of final products (including some medicinal drugs) hundreds of times.

The existence of other chronotypes besides "owls" and "larks" has been confirmed

A large-scale study, in which the staff of the RUDN medical institute took part, expanded the classification of daily human activity to 6 types. The results of the testing, which was attended by more than 2 thousand people, confirmed that along with "larks" and "owls" there are four more types of daily activity.

Chemist RUDN clarified the principle of action of enzymes that create omega-6 fats

The chemist RUDN determined that the principle of action of some enzymes that create omega-6 fatty acids vital for humans differs from the idea accepted by biochemists. These enzymes create an additional double bond in the carbon chain of the fatty acid. It turned out that they "count" the right place not from the ends of the chain, as previously thought, but from the already existing double bond.

RUDN University Soil scientist found out the difference between the contribution of bacteria and fungi in the carbon cycle in the soil

The soil scientist RUDN studied how the soil microbiome affects the release of carbon dioxide. It turned out that bacteria prefer readily available hydrophilic compounds, while fungi prefer stronger hydrophobic ones. The results will help to better understand how to properly fertilize the soil and how soils can help in the fight against greenhouse gases.

RUDN University chemists synthesized chitin-based antibiotics

Chemists discovered previously unknown derivatives of chitin, a biopolymer that forms the exoskeletons of insects and carapaces of crayfish and other arthropods. The new compounds and their nanoparticles have antibacterial properties and are able to catalyze chemical reactions.

RUDN University Immunologists Developed a Method for Assessing Inflammation Levels in Patients with Respiratory Tract Diseases

A team of immunologists from RUDN University suggested a new tool to control inflammation levels in asthma patients with coexisting diseases. To obtain information about the course of the disease and risks of complications, they used different types of cytokines found in the patients’ nasal swabs.

Mowing Is More Harmful to Soil Than Grazing

A team of biologists analyzed soil samples from a pasture and a regularly mowed meadow and found out that grazing lets more carbon get into the soil than mowing. This, in turn, improves the carbon cycle and makes microorganisms more efficient.

Soil scientists suggest method for remediating urban garden soils contaminated with lead and arsenic

The soils of urban gardens and vegetable patches contain a lot of toxicants (including lead and arsenic) in high concentrations which can be harmful to the health of children and people with chronic diseases. A team of soil scientists from RUDN University suggested a remediation method developed based on data collected in a garden of Brooklyn (NY, U.S.).

RUDN researchers test a new TB vaccine

A clinical pharmacologist from RUDN University together with his colleagues from Gamaleya Research Institute of Epidemiology and Microbiology completed the second stage of a clinical trial of a new TB vaccine that was conducted with the participation of 180 volunteers. The trial confirmed the safety and efficiency of the vaccine.

RUDN University physicists analyzed the role of gravity in elementary particles formation

Gravity might play a bigger role in the formation of elementary particles than scientists used to believe. A team of physicists from RUDN University obtained some solutions of semi-classical models that describe particle-like waves. They also calculated the ratio between the gravitational interaction of particles and the interaction of their charges.

RUDN University chemist developed green method for malaria and leprosy drug production

A chemist from RUDN University suggested an eco-friendly method for the synthesis of dapsone, a substance that inhibits the growth of malaria and leprosy agents. The main component of the new reaction is hydrogen peroxide that does not form environmentally destructive compounds, and the only by-product is simple water. Unlike other technologies, this method includes only one stage of dapsone production and does not require high temperatures. The catalyst of the reaction can be reused without any loss of efficiency.

Mathematician Suggested New Approach to Cooperative Game

A mathematician from RUDN University developed a matrix representation of set functions. This approach is vivid and easy to check, and it makes the calculations easier. Among other things, the new development can be applied to cooperative game theory.

Olive Boosts the Immunity of Rainbow trout

According to a biologist from RUDN University, olive waste added to the feed of rainbow trout helps increase the speed of its growth and boost its immunity. This natural supplement can help reduce the costs of fish farms.

Hibiscus reduces the toxicity of ammonia for rainbow trout, say RUDN University biologists

A team of biologists from RUDN University developed a hibiscus-based dietary supplement for trout that makes the fish less sensitive to ammonia pollution and more stress-resistant.

Aspirated Consonants May Promote the Spread of COVID-19, RUDN University Linguist Says

According to a linguist from RUDN University, the number of COVID-19 cases in a country correlates with the number of aspirated consonants in its main language of communication. This data can help create more accurate models to describe the spread of COVID-19.

RUDN University medics detect alterations in amino acid profiles in children with ADHD

RUDN University doctors found alterations in serum amino acid profile in children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). The findings will help to understand the mechanism of the disorder and develop new treatment strategies.

RUDN University doctors found out the role of macrophages in liver regeneration

RUDN University doctors found out what role macrophages play in the recovery of the liver after the removal of its significant part.

The soil scientist of RUDN learned how plantations of coniferous trees keep balance nitrogen in the soil

RUDN soil scientist tracked as forest ecosystems independently regulate circulation nitrogen. On the example of coniferous plantations for productions valuable wood it found out that with age plants accelerate circulation soil nitrogen.

Mathematician proposes model describing virus mutations

A team of specialists in mathematical modeling from the RUDN University suggested a qualitative model of virus evolution and of the occurrence of new strains. The results of the study can make predicting virus behavior more efficient and help in the development of new antiviral medications.

Oncologists of RUDN offered safe means for treatment of a bazalno-cellular cancer of skin

RUDN physicians offered new means for treatment of a bazalno-cellular cancer. Doctors conducted research with use of the photodynamic therapy mediated by 5-aminolevulinovy acid in the preparation “Levulon”. Therapy showed excellent result: patients safely and almost without serious consequences got rid of oncology.

RUDN University biologists develop a rapid test for detecting the fire blight in plants

RUDN University biotechnologists have created a method for detection of bacterial infection in apple, pear, hawthorn and other plants of the Rosaceae family. The test does not require laboratory equipment, the result is ready in 10 minutes. This will allow detecting the disease quickly and prevent the spread of infection.

A chemist from RUDN University suggested increasing the efficiency of biofuel production 4 to 10 times using silica-supported heteropolyacids

A chemist from RUDN University developed a silica-supported heteropolyacid system to produce ethers from waste products of the wood and paper industry and agriculture. Ethers can be used as biofuels, and the new method increases the efficiency of their production 4 to 10 times, thus reducing energy consumption and making the manufacturing of biofuels cheaper. The results of the study were published in the Molecular Catalysis journal.

RUDN University chemists developed a method to synthesize compounds for the pharmaceutics

A team of chemists from RUDN University suggested a universal method to synthesize thienoindolizine derivatives. Because of their special properties, these substances can be used to manufacture antibacterial and antitumor drugs, as well as new materials for optoelectronics.

RUDN University chemists developed a domino reaction for producing new antitumor drugs

A team of chemists from RUDN University suggested a new reaction to produce organic compounds in one vessel. The end products turned out to be effective against the cells of carcinomas, including drug-resistant ones.

RUDN University biologist tested the resistance of bioplastics to aggressive environment

RUDN University biologist studied the aggressive impact of environmental factors (water, salts, and ozone) on ultrathin nanofibers of biopolymers. The results will help choosing suitable bioplastic depending on the use; for example, for medical implants, biodegradable packaging or filters for water cleaning.

RUDN mathematician builds a COVID-19 spread model — it shows how vaccination affects pandemic

RUDN University mathematicians built a model of COVID-19 spreading based on two regression models. The mathematicians divided the countries into three groups, depending on the spreading rate and on the climatic conditions, and found a suitable mathematical approximation for each of them. Based on the model, the mathematicians predicted the subsequent waves. The forecast was accurate in countries where mass vaccination was not introduced.

RUDN medic discovered how antitumor enzyme penetrates cancer cells

The RUDN medic showed for the first time how the enzyme asparaginase, derived from the bacterium Rhodospirillum rubrum, penetrates into breast cancer cells. The study also confirmed that the enzyme has antitumor activity not only due to its ability to break down the amino acid asparagine — it can also suppress the activity of telomerase inside the nuclei of cells. Thus, it can be used as a drug with a dual mechanism of antitumor activity.

New catalysts for the thermal-catalytic treatment of plastic waste developed at RUDN University

RUDN University chemists synthesized and studied the catalytic activity of vanadates and vanadites of several rare-earth metals (REM) in the thermal-catalytic treatment of polyolephin plastic waste. According to them, the volume of gases liberated in the course of pyrolysis considerably increases, and their composition changes in the presence of the catalysts. By choosing an appropriate catalyst, one can obtain light olefins (ethylene, propylene, butylene, and so on) in high yields or dramatically change the nature of the end products (syngas). The study may lead to the development of new polymer waste treatment technologies allowing for the generation of important products and preproducts for chemical and petrochemical synthesis.

RUDN University Chemists obtained coenzyme from Parsley and Dill seeds

Scientists from RUDN University have developed a new method for converting planthydrocarbon radicals into substances that canbe used to synthesize coenzyme Q0.

RUDN University Scientists in Pharmaceutical Technology Proved Effectiveness of New Dosage Form

RUDN University scientists together with colleagues from Switzerland proved in a clinical trial the effectiveness of a new dosage form — amorphous solid dispersion. This is the first such study in humans to show the mechanism of action of this form of drug release. In the future, it will help to increase the effectiveness of drugs and use new active substances for treatment.

RUDN University professor suggested how to clean up space debris

A specialist in spacecraft movement control analyzed the process of placing vehicle stages, boosters, and other space debris into the so-called disposal orbit and suggested cleaning lower orbits up with a spacecraft that has modules with engine units on board. These modules will attach to space debris objects and move them away. As for the geostationary orbit, a preferable way to clean it up would be a towing spacecraft that transports space debris objects into the disposal orbit. The research was carried out in collaboration with a team from Bauman Moscow State Technical University.

RUDN Chemists discovered three complex compounds with rare magnetic properties

A chemist from RUDN has synthesized and described three compounds with manganese atoms in the center. They can be used as catalysts or new generation information storage cells.

Mathematicians specify the criteria for the emergence of Turing patterns

Turing patterns are mathematical expressions of the structures formed in chemical and biological systems, such as spots and stripes on the animal skin. A team of scientists from RUDN University found out that the traditional mathematical conditions of their existence failed to describe the whole range of real-life cases, and that the criteria of their emergence are more flexible.

Heavy Metals Make Soil Enzymes Weaker, Says a Soil Scientist from RUDN University

Heavy metals suppress enzyme activity in the soil by 3-3.5 times and have especially prominent effect on the enzymes that support carbon and sulfur circulation. This was discovered by a soil scientist from RUDN together with his colleagues from Chile, Germany, the UK and Venezuela. The data obtained by the team can lead to more efficient use and fertilization of agricultural lands.

RUDN University chemists created cheap catalysts for ethanol conversion

RUDN University chemists proposed a new way to synthesize catalysts for the conversion of ethyl alcohol. The obtained materials are promising catalysts for the selective conversion of ethanol, which is an important stage in the development of an alternative technology for obtaining valuable chemical synthesis products based on plant raw materials.

RUDN soil scientist proves that deep plant roots will help curb climate change

RUDN soil scientist has found that plants with deep root systems contribute to the accumulation of organic carbon in the ground. This ability of soils can reduce the concentration of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere and mitigate climate change.

Ecologists conducted a novel study on vegetation transpiration from a global network of 251 sites

An ecologist from RUDN University together with colleagues from 14 countries compared three methods for estimating ecosystem transpiration in a study. In the first ever research with such a comprehensive data-set, the team used land-atmosphere water vapor flux data of collected at 251 locations all over the planet, from Australia to Greenland. The outcome of the research help to understand the role of plants in the global water and carbon cycles in the current predicament of global warming.

RUDN professor builds model to assess resilience of systems for nature conservation

Professor from RUDN has developed a method for quantifying the sustainability of systems. It can be used, for example, to analyze risks in the development of new territories and the dynamics of ecological change.

A chemist from RUDN University synthesized analogs of natural toxins

A chemist from RUDN University suggested a simple and accurate method for the synthesis of analogs of two natural toxins, antofine and septicine. This universal approach can also be used to obtain other biologically active substances for medicinal chemistry.

Iron Is to Blame for Carbon Dioxide Emissions from the Soil, Says a Soil Scientists from RUDN University

Iron minerals and bacteria can be the main agents of carbon dioxide emissions from the soil. A soil scientist from RUDN University made this conclusion after studying the process of organic plant waste decomposition of the micro-level. Iron and hydrogen peroxide enter into a reaction, as a result of which active oxygen forms (oxygen radicals) are formed. The radicals destroy plant waste in the soil and promote carbon dioxide emissions.

RUDN University improves eye tracking technology in VR systems

The tracking of eye movement is one of the key elements of virtual and amplified reality technologies (VR/AR). Professor from RUDN University developed a mathematical model that helps accurately predict the next gaze fixation point and reduces the inaccuracy caused by blinking. At the same time, the observational error that occurs due to blinking was reduced by 10 times. The model would make VR/AR systems more realistic and sensitive to user actions.

A RUDN University Biologist Described How a Harmless Bacterium Turns into a Phytopathogen

A researcher from RUDN University suggested that Xanthomonas bacteria that are harmful to plants might have developed from a nonpathogenic related species by receiving virulence genes from other species of bacteria.

RUDN University Pediatricians found a link between bronchial asthma and arrhythmia in children

RUDN University Pediatric cardiologists studied the mechanism of development of complications from the cardiovascular system in patients with bronchial asthma. It turned out that the narrowing of the bronchi can lead to dangerous disorders of the heart from an early age.

RUDN University Physicists Described a New Type of Amorphous Solid Bodies

Many substances with different chemical and physical properties, from diamonds to graphite, are made up of carbon atoms. Amorphous forms of solid carbon do not have a fixed crystal structure and consist of structural units—nanosized graphene particles. A team of physicists from RUDN University studied the structure of amorphous carbon and suggested classifying it as a separate type of amorphous solid bodies: a molecular amorphic with enforced fragmentation.

Scientists suggested a way to measure soil properties at any depth without digging

A team of scientists from RUDN University and the Dokuchyaev Soil Science Institute developed a method for identifying the color of soil at different depths and the structure of soil profile using ground-penetrating radar. With this methodology, scientists can identify the chemical composition of the soil and classify it for potential use in construction, agriculture, or mining without digging soil sections.

Scientists found a connection between amino acid metabolism and joint hypermobility in autistic children

A team of researchers found out that children with autistic spectrum disorder (ASD) have increased levels of the amino acid hydroxyproline. According to the medics, this may be associated with joint hypermobility, a common symptom in ASD patients. This information can help improve anti-ASD therapy. The work was published in the Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders journal.

RUDN researchers have found out what allows citizens to maintain mental well-being in a pandemic

Sociologists interviewed residents of Moscow and Perth to find out what role urban green areas played for them during the pandemic. It turned out that the majority of respondents in both cities consider contact with nature important for mental well-being, and many of them went out for walks in their free time, despite the restrictions.

RUDN University linguists: Vocabulary size affects ability to differentiate foreign language vowels

A team of linguists from RUDN University established that a person's ability to accurately differentiate between vowel sounds of a foreign language correlates with the size of their vocabulary in said language.

RUDN University soil scientists: Green suburbs can be more harmful than city centers

A team of soil scientists from RUDN University confirmed that traditional approaches to urban soil pollution monitoring ignore actual risks for urban residents because they don't take into consideration the barrier function of the soil. The team used Moscow as an example to show that not only polluted downtown districts but also recreational parks and forest zones can pose a threat to people. This is due to the fact that the barrier functions of the soil are weaker in green suburbs, making it unable to withstand even the slightest pollution.

RUDN University chemist proposed a copper catalyst for the synthesis of biologically active substances

A chemist from RUDN University used a copper catalyst in the click reaction of triazole synthesis. Triazoles are bioactive substances that are used to treat fungal diseases and synthesize pharmaceutical drugs and also play a role in polymer chemistry. The catalyst not only increased the reaction rate several times, but also allowed it to be carried out at room temperature and without the use of a base and solvents. The effectiveness of the reaction at the same time turned out to be almost 100% and had no by-products. The reaction mechanism was also studied in detail, and it was shown that it differs from the generally accepted one.

RUDN scientists have found out how to reduce the cost of flights to satellites

The RUDN Academy of Engineering has created an algorithm that estimates the trajectory of the flight to the satellites with high accuracy. The development will allow saving on the maintenance of low-orbit satellites and on clearing space from debris.

A Chemist from RUDN University Developed A New Type of One-Molecule Thick Water-Repellent Film

A chemist from RUDN University together with colleagues created a new type of two-dimensional nanofilm from an organic material called calixarene. The invention can be used as a protective coating in electronics and as a part of molecular filters. They also suggested a way of increasing the durability of such films with UV radiation.

Dentists from RUDN University Presented a New Classification of Root Canal Shape Changes

Individual characteristics of the shape and cross-section of the root canal are one of the main issues for dentists. When treating a root canal, a doctor needs to properly clean it, fill it, and carry out a rebuilding procedure so that a canal is sealed. The first stage of endodontic treatment requires detailed knowledge of root canal anatomy. A team of dentists from RUDN University studied and classified various changes in root canal shapes. The new classification will help doctors avoid diagnostic errors, better select their tools, and treat patients more efficiently.

A chemist from RUDN developed a green catalyst for pharmaceutical and industrial chemistr

Many production facilities (e.g. plastic manufacturers, pharma companies, and others) use nanocatalysts that contain palladium—an expensive component that is not sustainably produced. A chemist from RUDN University found a way to reduce palladium consumption and to make its manufacture more eco-friendly. He developed a catalyst based on a substance that comes from plant waste. Using his invention, manufacturers could cut palladium consumption in half. Moreover, new catalysts can be reused multiple times without any decrease in efficiency.

RUDN University Chemists Developed Cheap and Eco-Friendly Surfactants

An international team including chemists from RUDN University suggested an economically feasible and environmentally friendly method to synthesize surfactants. The new compounds can become an eco-friendly alternative to traditional chemicals used in oil production, skincare products manufacture, and in the pharmaceutical industry to transport drugs to diseased body tissues.

Biologists summarize 520 studies and report the best way to fertilize soil

A team of biologists from RUDN University working together with foreign colleagues have summarized the results of 520 studies on the impact of manure on the soil and created a snapshot of all biochemical processes that go on in fertilized soils. The team also compared the effect of manure with and without mineral additives, showed how manure from different animals affects the fertility of the soil, and calculated the optimal amount of manure for soil fertilization.

RUDN mathematician improved the machine learning algorithm for recognizing images from satellites

Mathematician from RUDN proposed a machine learning method that allows to automatically recognize images from satellites and aircraft radars. The algorithm can determine which type of plant is planted in the fields more accurately than previously existing developments.

RUDN chemists synthesized a chitosan multifunctional composite material

RUDN chemists obtained a composite with zinc inclusions in a chitosan-based polymer matrix, a product of crustacean shell processing. The new material is nontoxic but exhibits antibacterial properties and can be used as a catalyst in a popular reaction of organic synthesis.

Tryptophan supports guts health on trouts under stress, says a RUDN biologist

A biologist from RUDN University found the most beneficial concentration of tryptophan for rainbow trout. When added to the diet of the fish, this amino acid supports the immune system and reduces the oxidative stress in the intestinal tract caused by the overpopulation of fish farms. The results of the study were published in the Aquaculture magazine.

Chemists from RUDN University developed biodegradable antibacterial film for storing food

A team of chemists from RUDN University created an antibacterial coating for food products. The mixture consists of two components that are safe for human health and form a thin, non-toxic, and biodegradable film. The film has no color or flavor and can increase the shelf life of different products 2.5 to 8 times.

Mathematician refines model of predator-prey relations in the wild

The traditional mathematical model of predator-prey relations in the wild does not take into account indirect nonlocal interactions. However, according to a mathematician from RUDN University, they affect the dynamics of predators and prey in a system, and the nature of this effect is sensitive to the initial conditions.

Global warming threatens soil phosphorus, says a soil scientist from RUDN University

A soil scientist from RUDN University found out that the resources of organic phosphorus in the soils of the Tibetan Plateau could be depleted because of global warming. To do so, he compared phosphorus content in the soils from the Tibetan Plateau that has a cold climate and from the warmer Loess Plateau.

RUDN University chemist created a catalyst from orange peel for organic compounds production

N-heterocycles are organic substances used in the chemical industry and medicine. To produce them, expensive catalysts made from noble metals are used. A chemist from RUDN University developed a nanocatalyst for N-heterocycles that consists of zinc oxide and niobium and can be obtained using orange peel without any additional chemical agents. The catalyst makes the reaction almost 100% effective, thus increasing the efficiency and reducing the cost of N-heterocycles production.

A bifidobacterial protein that can reduce inflammation in COVID-19 found by a RUDN geneticist

A geneticist from RUDN University studied the effect of Bifidobacterium (intestinal bacteria) on the inflammatory process and discovered that their surface protein is capable of stopping excessive or uncontrollable inflammation, like the one observed in COVID-19 patients. A fragment of this protein can be used as an anti-inflammatory medication when treating coronavirus and other diseases.

Low speed on a bumpy road is dangerous for vehicle body, says a RUDN University professor

An associate professor from RUDN University developed a computer model that describes all types of vehicle body damage caused by fatigue failure. According to his computer simulation, low speed on bumpy roads can be more dangerous for a vehicle body than moderate. The results of the study can help measure fatigue resistance in vehicles more accurately.

How to use knowledge about light and biorhythms to manage your health and productivity

What happens to a person who never turns off the light? Is it possible to transform the inner “owl” into a “lark”? Mikhail Blagonravov, Doctor of Medical Sciences, Head of the Scientific and Educational Laboratory of Functional Research Methods, Chronobiology and Chronocardiology of RUDN Medical Institute How told how to use knowledge about light and biorhythms to manage your health and productivity.

RUDN University biologist found sex differences in inflammatory reactions in rat pups

A biologist from RUDN University studied the development of the immune response in prepubertal male and female animals. According to her, the severity and mortality of infectious and inflammatory diseases at this age depend not on the sex hormones, but mainly on the chromosome set or karyotype.

RUDN University Biophysicist modelled the effect of antiseptics on bacterial membranes

A team of biophysics from leading Russian research and educational institutions (MSU, RUDN University, and the Federal Research and Clinical Center of the Federal Medical-Biological Agency of Russia) developed a computer model that shows the effect of antiseptics on bacterial membranes. The common concepts regarding the mode of action of antiseptics turned out to be incorrect: instead of destroying bacterial membranes, they cause changes in their structure. These changes make the bacteria weaker and more susceptible to adverse external factors.

RUDN University research team of mathematicians suggested a new decision making algorithm

A research team from RUDN University developed an algorithm to help large groups of people make optimal decisions in a short time. They confirmed the efficiency of their model using the example of the market at which the outbreak of COVID-19 began. The model helped the administration and sellers agree on closing the market and reach a consensus about the sums of compensations in just three steps.

RUDN University chemists studied the composition of oils extracted from popular medicinal plants

A team of Russian and Vietnamese chemists from RUDN University, Belgorod State University, Ton Duc Thang University, and the Vietnam Academy of Science and Technology were the first to study the composition of oils extracted from two flowering plants of the genus Thladiantha that are popular in traditional Chinese medicine. The team confirmed that the seeds of both plants contain around 40% oils rich in unsaturated fatty acids. The results of the study were published in the Journal of Oleo Science.

Researchers conducted a systematic review of articles that analyzed the effect of medicine remedies used to treat COVID-19 during pregnancy.

RUDN physician Anna Borisova, in collaboration with colleagues from Italy, used effective searches and classified 123 articles on this research topic. A literature review was conducted by searching databases of medical and biological publications: PubMed, the U.S. National Library of Medicine, and Embase (Elsevier), a biomedical database.

Each tree has a "cost". And smart technologies help to define it...

About Tree Talkers and soil structures, proper environmental management for sustainable urban development — in an interview with Elvira Davletyarov, Director of the Agrarian and Technological Institute of RUDN University.

Chemists from RUDN University and INEOS RAS had a unique catalysts on the basis of two different metals

A team of chemists from RUDN University and INEOS synthesized two heterometallic clusters at once with an efficiency close to 100%. These compounds are used as catalysts in pharmaceuticals, polymer production and other areas of the chemical industry.

RUDN University chemists developed cheap and eco-friendly surfactants

An international team including chemists from RUDN University suggested an economically feasible and environmentally friendly method to synthesize surfactants. The new compounds can become an eco-friendly alternative to traditional chemicals used in oil production, skincare products manufacture, and in the pharmaceutical industry to transport drugs to diseased body tissues.

RUDN University soil scientist showed how waterlogging of soils due to climate change increases the greenhouse effect

RUDN University soil scientist studied the soil samples of the Tibetan plateau. It turned out that the increase in soil moisture, which occurs due to the melting of permafrost and glaciers, will lead to an even greater increase in temperature. The findings suggest that waterlogging needs to be contained to slow global warming.

RUDN University Mathematicians Applied 19th Century Ideas To Modern Computerized Algebra Systems

A team of mathematicians from RUDN University added new symbolic integration functionality to the Sage computerized algebra system. The team implemented ideas and methods suggested by the German mathematician Karl Weierstrass in the 1870s.

RUDN University chemists have proposed a new reaction for the synthesis of complex organic substances in a single vessel

Russian chemists have proposed a new reaction for the synthesis of complex organic substances in a single vessel. The resulting products were effective against cancer cells, including those resistant to known drugs.

RUDN physicist awarded IOP Publishing trusted reviewer status

Ekaterina Sorokina, Ph.D. in Physics and Mathematics, Associate Professor at the Faculty of Physics, Mathematics and Natural has been awarded a trusted reviewer status of the British Institute of Physics Publishing (IOP Publishing). Only 15% of reviewers are awarded this status.

Telemedicine: effective diagnosis or high risk of medical error?

Valery Stolyar, Ph. D., head of the Department of Medical Informatics and Telemedicine of the Russian Academy of Medical Sciences, Winner of the Russian Federation Government and the V.I. Burakovsky prizes, founder of telemedicine in Russia. Explains how to use the features of the services without risking your health.

A RUDN University physicist simplified the Einstein-lovelock theory for black holes

Allowing for quantum corrections, the Einstein-Lovelock theory describes black holes with an equation that contains an infinite number of terms. However, according to a RUDN University physicist, the geometry of a black hole in this theory can be presented in a compact form, and a limited number of terms can suffice to describe the observed values. This could help scientists study black holes in theories with quantum corrections to Einstein’s equations.

RUDN University chemist has found a way to improve solar cells

RUDN University chemist discovered four new stable compounds that can be obtained in the reaction of iodine with methylammonium iodide — the use of these substances will allow the production of perovskite solar panels without toxic reagents, and will save manufacturers from by-products.

RUDN University Chemist created a niobium-silica catalyst to boost petrochemical reactions

Alkylation reactions are used in the petrochemical industry to obtain high-octane number components for gasolines. A chemist from RUDN University found a way to speed this process up to 24 times. To do so, he developed a catalyst based on silica and niobium. The results of his work were published in the Molecular Catalysis journal.

RUDN University linguist: learning foreign language is harder for visually impaired people

A scientist from RUDN University analysed the effect of visual impairment on a person’s perception of unfamiliar sounds when learning a foreign language. The experiment showed that lack of access to visual cues makes learning difficult.Results of workpublished in the journal Medical Hypotheses.

RUDN University ecologists developed new models to identify environmental pollution sources

According to a team of ecologists from RUDN University, polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) can be used as pollution indicators and help monitor the movement of pollutants in environmental components such as soils, plants, and water. To find this out, the team conducted a large-scale study of a variety of soil, water, and plant samples collected from a vast area from China to the Antarctic. The results of the study were published in the Applied Geochemistry journal.

RUDN University scientist suggested a simple model of dense plasma spectral properties

A scientist from RUDN University suggested a new physical model to describe the optical properties of dense plasma. The model was tested on available experimental data and does not require complex calculations. The work was published in the Annals of Physics journal.

RUDN University physicist developed software solution to measure the black holes stability

Even if a black hole can be described with a mathematical model, it doesn’t mean it exists in reality. Some theoretical models are unstable: though they can be used to run mathematical calculations, from the point of view of physics they make no sense. A physicist from RUDN University developed an approach to finding such instability regions.

Chemists from RUDN University used crab shells to improve palladium catalysts

Chemists from RUDN University synthesized soluble biopolymers based on chitin from crab shells. Together with palladium, they form effective catalysts for organic reactions, and their nanoparticles can be re-used over ten times.

Doctors confirm the existence of multiple chronotypes

Having conducted a large-scale study, a team of scientists improved the classification of human diurnal activity and suggested using 6 chronotypes instead of just ’early birds’ and ’night owls’. Two thousand participants, including the employees of the Institute of Medicine of RUDN University, were tested in the course of the research.

RUDN professor Yakov Kuzyakov is recognized as one of the most cited scientists in the world

Yakov Kuzyakov, a well-known soil scientist, a leading scientist at RUDN Agricultural and Technological Institute and a professor at the King Saud University, has been awarded the title of highly cited researcher in the field of agricultural sciences (according to Clarivate).

RUDN chemist created an efficient catalyst for organic sulfides synthesis

A RUDN chemist has obtained a new compound — a dumbbell-shaped phosphate-bridged molybdenum cluster. The cluster accelerates the reaction of the formation of sulfides from oxides and can be used in pharmaceutical and cosmetic manufacturing.

RUDN University mathematicians created a method for study the properties of porous materials

Mathematicians from RUDN University have studied the properties of compositional operators in spaces with mixed Lebesgue norms. It will help describe the diffusion of liquids in materials with cracks and in porous materials. Such spaces are also useful for obtaining estimates for solutions to the Navier-Stokes equation.

RUDN University biophysicist modelled the behaviour of cell microtubule elements to chemically affect their growth and decay

A biophysicist from RUDN University and his colleagues modelled the molecular dynamics of growth of microtubules, the most important elements of cell activity. The researchers have built a model for the interaction of microtubule subunits, which takes into account their internal and external connections. The results will help form a more complete model of the dynamic instability of microtubules. It will allow choosing chemical agents for the treatment of certain diseases, including neoplasms and neurodegenerative pathologies.

RUDN chemist, along with colleagues from the RAS Institutes, simplified the synthesis of antitumor compounds

A RUDN chemist in collaboration with colleagues from N.D. Zelinsky Institute of Organic Chemistry and N.K. Koltsov Institute of Developmental Biology (IDB), RAS have developed a new method for the synthesis of isoxazole derivatives — substances that destabilize the process of cell division and potentially may become the basis for new anti-cancer drugs. The new method is based on the use of easily available reagents and does not require high temperatures.

RUDN Mathematicians on a New Approach to Mass Service Theory

RUDN mathematicians have learned how to reduce the average waiting time for service delivery systems users. They have proposed a new approach that significantly improves the efficiency of Internet resource use. It can be used in transportation, telecommunications, entertainment systems, reference networks and health care testing systems.

RUDN University soil scientist showed how waterlogging of soils due to climate change increases the greenhouse effect

RUDN University soil scientist studied the soil samples of the Tibetan plateau. It turned out that the increase in soil moisture, which occurs due to the melting of permafrost and glaciers, will lead to an even greater increase in temperature. The findings suggest that waterlogging needs to be contained to slow global warming.

RUDN University chemists have proposed a new reaction for the synthesis of complex organic substances in a single vessel

Russian chemists have proposed a new reaction for the synthesis of complex organic substances in a single vessel. The resulting products were effective against cancer cells, including those resistant to known drugs.

Telemedicine: effective diagnosis or high risk of medical error?

Valery Stolyar, Ph. D., head of the Department of Medical Informatics and Telemedicine of the Russian Academy of Medical Sciences, Winner of the Russian Federation Government and the V.I. Burakovsky prizes, founder of telemedicine in Russia. Explains how to use the features of the services without risking your health.

RUDN University chemist has found a way to improve solar cells

RUDN University chemist discovered four new stable compounds that can be obtained in the reaction of iodine with methylammonium iodide — the use of these substances will allow the production of perovskite solar panels without toxic reagents, and will save manufacturers from by-products.

Is the globalization of education a potential zone of social tension?

A new study conducted by RUDN scientists is devoted to the problem of the aggressive impact of globalization on national education systems. In recent decades, there has been an intensive unification of national education systems in form, methods, and content. Specific and unique features determined by the historical evolution, economy and politics of different countries are being erased. What is the cause of social tension among professors and teachers? Are publications in international databases threatening national security? Read more in our article.

RUDN University medics created a wound-healing gel with metabolic products of trichoderma

Researchers from the Department of Biochemistry of RUDN University developed a wound-healing gel based on a substance that is produced by Trichoderma fungi. The results of the study were published in the Nov.-Dec. 2020 issue Systematic Reviews in Pharmacy journal.

RUDN University chemists synthesized new fluorescent substances for medical applications

Indolizines are a group of substances with biological and optical properties. A team of chemists from RUDN University developed a new approach to the synthesis of indolizines using pyridinium salts and enamiones. The new substances turned out to be able to emit light in the green range which can be useful for medical applications.

The challenge of the Millennium. One step closer to the solution

In 2017, RUDN University scientists constructed a new explicit second-order precision difference scheme using modern computer algebra methods for 2-dimensional Navier-Stokes equations (NSE) [1]. This year, our mathematicians used a new scheme [2] to construct a numerical solution to the Cauchy problem with initial data (for t=0) as satisfying the continuity equation. Scientists managed to achieve previously unattainable accuracy of the continuity equation.

RUDN chemist creates catalyst to produce anti-mosquito substances

A chemist from RUDN University has developed a catalyst for the production of eugenol acetate, a substance that destroys the larvae of mosquitoes transmitting dangerous diseases, being a safe chemical for human health.

RUDN soil scientists developed a new method for assessing soil fertility

RUDN soil scientists have revealed a direct correlation between the rate of soil formation of carbon dioxide, called CO2 emissions, and the content of microbial biomass in it. It is known that CO2 emission from soil is mainly conditioned by respiration of soil microorganisms and plant roots. The more CO2 soil emits, the more microbial biomass it usually contains. It was shown that CO2 emission by chernozem of different ecosystems (or different types of land use) correlates with the content of microbial biomass, and most closely with the rate of its microbial respiration. And the soil with good microbial properties has the “best quality”, is more fertile, provides the highest yield of crops and other plant biomass.

RUDN University chemists proposed a way to reduce three times the temperature for the oxidation of alkanes

RUDN University chemists and their colleagues from the Russian Academy of Sciences have proposed new catalysts that allow to reduce the temperature of the oxidation reaction of alkanes three times — from 150 to 50 degrees. This significantly reduces the cost of synthesizing alcohols, aldehydes and other compounds needed, in particular, for the production of nylon and capron.

One of the country's leading oncology surgeons appointed Vice-Rector of RUDN

Andrey Kostin, Russian oncologist, Doctor of Medical Sciences, Professor, corresponding member of the Russian Academy of Sciences, became the first Vice-Rector, Vice-Rector for Research at RUDN University.

RUDN University chemist created an effective catalyst for the synthesis of organic sulfides

RUDN University received a new compound — a molybdenum complex with a phosphate “bridge” in the form of a dumbbell. The complex accelerates the formation of sulfides from oxides and can be used in the production of medicines and cosmetic materials.

RUDN University chemist synthesized a new compound with strong anti-diabetic properties

RUDN University chemist synthesized new derivatives of 1,2,4-triazole, which have pronounced antidiabetic properties. Experiments have shown that these molecules “work” better than acarbose — an existing hypoglycemic drug — and have antioxidant properties. In the future, they can be used to develop drugs against type 2 diabetes.

RUDN University chemist synthesized a coordination polymer iron with a derivative of nicotinic acid

Materials for gas storage and separation of complex mixtures are developed on the basis of coordination polymers. Structural features allow using them as conductors: inorganic and conjugated organic bridges conduct electric current. On an industrial scale, coordination polymers are used as dyes. Depending on the metal atom that is part of the polymer, dyes are obtained in different shades. Coordination polymers can also be used as effective catalysts for various chemical processes that include the functionalization of hydrocarbons to produce value-added products.

RUDN University chemist showed that water plays a crucial role in the mechanism of the Henry reaction catalyzed by new copper complexes

A RUDN University chemist revised the mechanism of the Henry reaction catalyzed by copper(II) complexes. Thus, using new copper(II) complexes (obtained in the same laboratory), he showed that water plays a crucial role in the asymmetric Henry reaction, directly participating in the catalytic cycle of the reaction. Previously, this factor was never taken into account, and all scientists thought that the copper(II) complex works as a classical Lewis acid.

Competition of research works of scientific and pedagogical collectives summed up the results

Within the framework of the program for improving the competitiveness of RUDN “5-100”, the results of the competition for support of research works of scientific and pedagogical teams led by leading scientists were summed up. The competition was held between February 17, 2020 and June 30, 2020. A total of 7 applications were received from the RUDN divisions, of which 5 projects were supported.

RUDN doctors discovered high levels of selenium in wheat grown in selenium-rich areas

RUDN doctors found an increased level of selenium and other significant microelements in wheat bread and wheat from selenium-rich areas. Thanks to this, bread and wheat can be used as a source of selenium for people with selenium deficiency.

RUDN University biochemists linked polyphenols in peach leaves to the antioxidant effect of their extract

Biochemists from RUDN University determined which substances in peach leaves provide the antioxidant effect their extract has. They investigated the composition of the powders obtained from leaves of several varieties of peach and found that high polyphenol content correlates with antioxidant properties. The results will help start production of antioxidants from natural sources.

A chemist from RUDN University and TIPS RAS analysed a new way to make heavy-duty polyethylene

The new polyethylene production technology made it possible to double the length of ethylene chains in comparison with those obtained by existing methods for polymers synthesis. To achieve that, the authors synthesised new types of reagents. The results of products structure study obtained by the RUDN University chemist will allow producing more durable and flexible material.

A chemist from RUDN University came up with a new catalyst for fuel synthesis

RUDN chemist synthesized a fundamentally new catalyst for formic acid photo‑oxidation, which is considered to be the most perspective source of hydrogen for fuel elements. A catalyst based on titanium amorphous oxide is a new instrument for formic acid conversion. In the future, it will allow to abandon traditional costly catalysts based on palladium, platinum, and ruthenium.

Mathematicians from RUDN University and the Free University of Berlin proposed a new way of using neural networks for working with noisy high-dimensional data

Mathematicians from RUDN University and the Free University of Berlin have proposed a new approach to studying the probability distributions of observed data using artificial neural networks. The new approach works better with so-called outliers, i.e. input data objects that deviate significantly from the overall sample.

RUDN chemists improved the method of extracting natural antioxidants from bay leaves

A chemist from RUDN University and his colleagues have proposed using residues from processing bay leaves as raw material for the production of chemically active substances, in particular antioxidants. Researchers have developed a mechanochemical method for the extraction of antioxidants, which reduces processing time by more than 10 times.

RUDN University chemist created substances that stimulate plant growth

A chemist from RUDN University has obtained biologically active derivatives of ferrocene, which stimulate plant growth by 67% and protect them from herbicides.

RUDN University biologist found that Chinese date improves the immune system of fish

RUDN University biologist proved that the extract of the fruit of the Chinese date boosts immunity in carp. The addition of date juice to the diet increases the reaction of the immune system of fish to extraneous compounds.

RUDN University biologist found that Chinese date improves the immune system of fish

A chemist from RUDN University has created a series of catalysts for click chemistry. These reactions are widely used in the synthesis of biologically active substances, as well as in biological and medical research. New catalysts produce a yield of 99%. They are based on cyclodextrin and copper ions.

A RUDN University chemist created anti-tumour compounds that are up to 80 times more effective than their counterparts

A chemist from RUDN University has created platinum complex compounds that are superior in activity to cisplatin, the drug for the treatment of tumour diseases. The new compounds turned out to be also less toxic to healthy cells.

RUDN scientists have developed a new method for determining the orientation of objects in the antenna complex based on measurements of a strapdown inertial system

Employees of the laboratory of physical processes and technologies for manufacturing wave solid-state gyroscopes (WSG) have found a General solution to the problem of nonlinear filtering of orientation parameters based on inertial measurements of objects located on a base subject to highly dynamic disturbances.

RUDN chemist developed a new catalyst for “green” biofuels

A RUDN chemist has synthesized a catalyst for the production of gamma-valerolactone — an energy-intensive “green” biofuel. The catalyst based on zirconium dioxide and zeolite has shown high efficiency in converting the waste of wood plant materials — methyl levulinate — to gamma-valerolactone.

RUDN chemist synthesized gold-based electrocatalysts

A RUDN chemist has synthesized an electrocatalyst based on gold nanoparticles with organic ligands, which can trigger both hydrogen production reactions and oxygen reduction reactions in fuel cells. The yield of products with the new catalyst was twice as high as when using a traditional platinum-based catalyst.

RUDN University chemist discovered a way to quadruple the speed of toluene photooxidation

A chemist from RUDN University has proposed a new way to control toluene photooxidation using composite catalysts — artificial diamond and titanium dioxide. The discovery refutes the previously existing physical hypothesis about the process of photooxidation of toluene.

RUDN University biologist developed new model for analyzing photosynthesis in vivo

A RUDN University biologist has developed a model for the analysis of photosynthesis in vivo. This method allows you to calculate the absorption coefficient of light by chlorophyll, based on its reflectivity. Analysis of light absorption is important for assessing ecosystem productivity, which affects the state of the biosphere and the global climate.

RUDN University chemist proposed new approach to the synthesis of the ABCD ring system of alpkinidine

A RUDN University chemist has synthesized an analog of alpkinidine, a compound that can be used as an anticancer drug. The authors of the experiment were able to obtain its analog via the Negishi reaction and subsequent annulation – a reaction aimed at completing the “rings” to the existing cyclic compound. Previously, there were no ways to synthesize this substance. The developed method could potentially become the basis for a scheme of the synthesis of alpkinidine.

Biochemist discovers a promising enzyme to fight cancer cells

A RUDN University biochemist has studied the stimulating effect of chemical substances on the catabolic enzyme PAO (polyamine oxidase). The results could contribute to the development of drugs against cancer. The article is published in the journal Amino Acids.

Algorithmic Linearization of Ordinary Differential Equations: a New Approach

Mathematical modeling of many processes in Biology, Chemistry, Economics, Physics, and other sciences is impossible without solving ordinary differential equations (ODE). Such equations most often contain a nonlinear dependence on an unknown function and its derivatives of various orders (n>1), which makes it very difficult to study and solve them.

RUDN University Immunologist offered a variant of the vaccine for allergies to Parietaria judaica

RUDN University immunologist suggested which recombinant allergen molecules of the pollen of the postennitsa Parietaria Judaica are needed for allergen-specific immunotherapy of allergies.

RUDN University mathematicians have obtained an estimate of inverse problems of the Laplace differential equation, which allows describing the type of space under study

RUDN mathematicians received an estimate of the solution of inverse problems of the Laplace differential equation. Having a set of values that characterize the Laplace map and the Dirichlet-Neumann limit parameters, they were able to obtain conditions that determine the type of space under study. The obtained result allows us to describe the nature of physical space in the problems of electrostatics, electrodynamics, quantum mechanics, continuum physics and in the problem of studying the thermal conductivity of the medium.

Chemist from RUDN University together with colleagues from the institutes of the Russian Academy of Sciences simplified the synthesis of antitumor compounds

Chemist from RUDN University in collaboration with colleagues from the Institute of organic chemistry named after N. D. Zelinsky and the Institute of developmental biology named after N. K. Koltsova RAS has developed a new method for the synthesis of isoxazole derivatives-substances that destabilize the process of cell division and in the future may become the basis for new anti-cancer drugs. The new method is based on the use of readily available reagents and does not require high temperatures.

RUDN mathematicians have created a method that can be used to study the properties of porous materials

Mathematicians from RUDN University have studied the properties of composition operators in spaces with mixed Lebesgue norms. This will help describe the diffusion of liquids in materials with cracks and in porous materials. Such spaces can also be useful for obtaining estimates for solutions to the Navier-Stokes equation.

The history of the "Perftoran" must be continued

At the end of the last century, Soviet scientists proposed the drug “Perftoran” as a blood substitute, which today could safely be called innovative. Created on the basis of perfluorocarbon compounds, it could compensate for the lack of oxygen in the patient’s body due to the absorption mechanism of its transfer. However, the composition, unofficially named for the color “blue blood”, revealed certain shortcomings, which the authors were not able to eliminate at the time. We could not do it abroad.

RUDN University biologist discovered that lavender enhances the immunity of carp

Biologist from RUDN University Morteza Yousefi has found that lavender extract added to the food reduces stress and improves immunity in carp in fish farms. The discovery may be used in fish farming.

RUDN University ecologists found out how the age of a forest affects the accumulation of carbon in the soil

Ecologists from RUDN University studied abandoned vineyards and forests in Italy and found that a high concentration of nitrogen and carbon could be observed in the soil of an old oak forest which was free from anthropogenic stress for about 200 years, while in the soils of vineyards abandoned relatively recently the concentration is many times less. The data show that even Mediterranean soils, affected by humans, can accumulate large amounts of carbon and nitrogen in the process of changing the vegetation community.

The international research group and RUDN University chemists proposed new reagents for the removal of lead from wastewater

RUDN University chemists together with colleagues from other countries synthesized new compounds that effectively bind lead ions and can be used to remove it from wastewater and even from the living organism, that is, to play the role of an antidote for lead poisoning. The article is published in the journal Crystals.

“What doctors can learn from flight attendants, or about telemedicine in Russia” - Valery Stolyar, Ph.D., head of the Department of Medical Informatics and Telemedicine, RUDN Medical Institute, Laureate of the RF Government Prize and V.Burakovsky Prize

RUDN University mathematicians developed a model of the movement of immune cells

Mathematicians from RUDN University have developed a computational model that allows predicting the mobility of T-lymphocytes, immune cells that recognise and destroy viruses. The model will help, in particular, in the treatment of the immune system disorders, including those that can lead to cancer, and in the development of HIV vaccines.

The story of how it took one 23-year-old engineer a day to remake swimming masks into medical

It has been a month since the Peoples’ Friendship University of Russia joined the #мейкерыпротивковид (makers against Covid) movement and has been helping doctors and patients with 3D printing. Engineer Mark Dyachenko from the Center for Additive and Foreign Technologies of RUDN University used a 3D-printer to print 1,149 adapters for mask filters, which are used by doctors in more than 15 hospitals in Moscow.

"In 90% of cases of early melanoma, the patients are cured completely", professor Konstantin Titov of RUDN says

May 20 is the world day of melanoma diagnostics. Until a few years ago, this shocking diagnosis meant, in most cases, that the patient was doomed. Melanoma is very aggressive: it progresses quickly and actively metastasizes. Professor Konstantin Titov, the head of the Department of Surgery and Oncology of the Department of the Continuous Medical Education of the Medical Institute of RUDN, the head of the Department of Cutaneous and Soft Tissue Tumors of A. S. Loginov Moscow Clinical Research Center, spoke about the methods of self-examination, the time to consult a doctor, and the novel methods in the treatment of melanoma.

Leading oncologists release Russia's first encyclopedia of pediatric thoracoabdominal oncological surgery

Every year in Russia, about 4 thousand children need help of cancer surgeons. The lives of children depend on the professionalism and knowledge of surgeons. RUDN experts share relevant information and many years of experience for the first time in Russia, presenting systemic knowledge of pediatric thoracoabdominal oncological surgery in an encyclopedia published by a professor at the Faculty of Continuing Medical Education of RUDN University, Doctor of medical sciences Andrey Ryabov. The book is edited by the former chief oncologist of Russia, a brilliant oncologist surgeon, legendary academician Mikhail Davydov.

The Financial Support of RUDN Scientific Journals: Results Are Announced

The results of the contest launched to support the development of scientific journals of RUDN University are summed up. The purpose of the contest is to contribute to the improvement of the academic reputation of RUDN University both as a research center and a publisher of authoritative scientific journals.

RUDN Tree Talkers Will Monitor the State of Trees in Moscow

In 2020, the Moscow City Government will begin to monitor urban trees using devices created by RUDN scientists. This was announced by the head of Moscow Department of Nature Management and Environmental Protection Anton Kulbachevsky during the 20th anniversary meeting of the Panel of the Department. The event was held on March 2, 2020. Elvira Dovletyarova, head of the Department of Landscape Design and Sustainable Ecosystems of the Agrarian and Technological Institute of RUDN University took the floor as a visiting expert.

RUDN University Chemist Invented a "Line Production" Method of Synthesis of 28 Biologically Active Molecules

A chemist at RUDN University has invented 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 Agrochemist Visualised How Plants Get Phosphorus from the Soil

RUDN University soil scientists visualized 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.

RUDN Physicists Join in Addressing the Global Problem of Tropospheric Ozone

Within the framework of a joint project with the State Atomic Energy Corporation Rosatom and the Russian Academy of Sciences, a station for monitoring of the local state of the troposphere was put into service at the Research Institute of Physics and Technology (RUDN University). Particular attention will be paid to the ozone level in the surface atmospheric stratum, because ozone is positioned as one of the most dangerous air pollutants.

RUDN Chemists Received an Antibiotic from Chitin

RUDN University chemists first obtained polymer nanoparticles from chitosan derivatives with antibacterial activity at the level of modern antibiotics. Chitosan is a polyaminosaccharide that is obtained from chitin and is actively used as a biological additive and cosmetic agent, but the antibacterial properties of chitosan are very weak, mainly due to its low solubility in water.

RUDN University Chemist Creates a Catalyst to Remove Paracetamol from Wastewater

A RUDN University chemist has created a catalyst for wastewater treatment that removes paracetamol – one of the most commonly prescribed antipyretics. This medicine is excreted from the body through the kidneys and enters the sewage, where it does not decompose and can pose a threat to people and the environment. The chemist managed to create a catalyst based on silver sulfide, zinc oxide and graphene oxide, thanks to which paracetamol decomposes in light. The work is published in the journal Separation and Purification Technology.

RUDN University Bioengineers Have Created Nanocontainers for Targeted Drug Delivery

Bioengineers from RUDN University have created magnetic nanocontainers for ‘smart’ drug delivery in the body. Thanks to them, the active substance gets only to 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.

Soil Scientists from RUDN University Have Determined the Optimal Size of Soil Pores for the Activity of Microorganisms

Soil scientists from RUDN University found that the most favorable conditions for microorganisms are created in soil pores with a size of 60 to 180 micrometers. To visualize the relationship between the enzymes that produce soil microorganisms and pore size, the researchers created a three-dimensional map of soil structure. To do this, they used soil 2D zymography and X-ray computed tomography (3D). The article is published in the leading soil science journal Soil Biology and Biochemistry.

RUDN chemist obtained a reusable catalyst for the synthesis of esters

RUDN University mathematicians have solved the problem of trajectory optimization for spacecraft with EPS. They determined the maximum possible useful spacecraft mass and optimum characteristics of the propulsion system, the most suitable for each of the considered missions.

RUDN University mathematician calculates the optimal trajectories to Mars and Mercury for a spacecraft with electric propulsion

RUDN University mathematician proposed a method for calculating the optimal trajectory of spacecraft with electric propulsion, whose thrust is thousands times less than chemical one has, but it is able to work for years. These motors are best suited for interplanetary missions. Mathematicians calculated the flight parameters of the space probe with such motor to Mars and Mercury. The paper is published in the journal Cosmic Research.

Simplicity and Efficiency: RUDN University Chemists Discover New Unique Approach to Creating Smart Packaging

RUDN University chemists have discovered a unique method for making plastic film based on natural polysaccharides. It simultaneously has antioxidant, antimicrobial and barrier properties, and protects the content against ultraviolet exposure. Using the film to package and coat food products will considerably extend their shelf life.

RUDN University and NSI RAS mathematicians proposed an express method for calculation of the propagation of light

Mathematicians from RUDN University and the Nuclear Safety Institute of the RAS (NSI RAS) have proposed a numerical method for solving equations describing the propagation of light in a medium.

RUDN University mathematicians helped to improve the efficiency of data centers using Markov chains

RUDN University mathematicians created a model of maximum efficiency of data centers. It is based on a nontrivial Markov chain.

RUDN University mathematicians helped to improve the efficiency of data centers using Markov chains

A RUDN University chemist has developed an ecologically safe method of obtaining cinnamaldehyde — a compound with antibacterial and anticancer activity.

A molecular "merry-go-round" complex will make OLED screens twice as bright

A RUDN University chemist synthesized fluorescent compounds with "merry-go-round" molecules that can be used to create economical displays with organic LEDs (OLED). The nucleus of these molecules is a triangle of silver or copper atoms, and organic elements are bound to it through phosphorus atoms and are able to rotate around them. This molecular geometry doubled the quantum yield of luminescence to 41 percent. In modern OLED screens, this figure is 20 percent. The article is published in Inorganic Chemistry.

RUDN University mathematician first described the movement in a flat strip of plasma

RUDN University mathematician for the first time proved the theorem of existence and uniqueness of solutions of the Zakharov-Kuznetsov equation in a strip. Such theorems are very rare for partial differential equations. The new results can be applied, for instance, in astrophysics, in describing the propagation of plane waves in plasma. The article is published in the journal Nonlinear Analysis: Real World Applications.

RUDN University’s professors Zhanna Kobalava and Andrei Kostin were elected as corresponding members of the RAS

On November 15, the Russian Academy of Sciences announced the names of new academicians and corresponding members. Among the newly elected are two representatives of the Faculty of Continuing Medical Education of the RUDN University’s Medical Institute.

The project of RUDN scientists is the winner of the International Environmental Award "EcoWorld" in the nomination "Ecology and Human Health"

The program manager is Professor Anatoly Skalny, Head of the Department of Medical Elementology, RUDN Medical Institute, Vice-President of the Institute of Microelements of UNESCO.

RUDN University represented by the Institute of Applied Mathematics and Telecommunications (IAMT) has joined the new COST project “Intelligence-Enabling Radio Communications for Seamless Inclusive Interactions (IRACON)

RUDN University represented by the Institute of Applied Mathematics and Telecommunications (IAMT) has joined the new COST project “Intelligence-Enabling Radio Communications for Seamless Inclusive Interactions (IRACON), the so-called "COST Action Proposal OC-2019-1-23873." The objectives of the project are the introduction of smart radio communication technology, the provision of platforms for testing new solutions in real conditions, as well as the training of young researchers in the field of smart radio communication through short-term scientific exchanges and youth schools.

RUDN Supercomputer took 13th place in the 31st edition of the Scientific and Research Computing Center of Moscow State University Lomonosov

RUDN Supercomputer took 13th place in the 31st edition of the Scientific and Research Computing Center of Moscow State University Lomonosov and the Interdepartmental Supercomputer Center Russian Science Academy published 31 editions of the list of Top-50 most powerful computers in the CIS.

On June 18-20, the Center for Additive Technologies of the Institute of Innovative Engineering Technologies of RUDN University took part in the international production exhibition "Rosmould"

On June 18-20, the Center for Additive Technologies of the Institute of Innovative Engineering Technologies of RUDN University took part in the international production exhibition "Rosmould", held in Moscow at the international exhibition center "Crocus Expo". RUDN’s Center demonstrated at the exhibition various samples of printed products of complex shapes made on 3D printers from polyamide, titanium and stainless steel using topological optimization. Examples of diamond-like coatings were also presented that increase the wear resistance of parts such as punches for printing tablets, piston rings and valves for internal combustion engines.

RUDN scientists will develop an algorithm that allows telecom operators to share 5G networks

Specialists from the Institute of Applied Mathematics and Telecommunications of the RUDN University and the Federal Research Center for Informatics and Management are developing algorithms with which mobile operators will be able in the future to share the radio resources of 5G networks and lease them to other companies to increase the efficiency of network use and the provision of new services.

The problem of peripheral development of the BRICS countries

Denis Degterev devoted his research to how the problem of peripheral development of the participating countries is overcome in the framework of BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa). Using the example of a network analysis of the top 5 partners of each of the BRICS countries, the author showed a network of current interaction among the participating countries.

RUDN and RSS presented project Territory in Switzerland

Director of the Industry Management Center, Anna Ostrovskaya, together with the Russian Space Systems Holding (RSS, part of the ROSKOSMOS State Corporation), with the support of the Permanent Mission of the Russian Federation to the United Nations, participated in the 23rd session of the Committee on the Development of Intellectual Property (CRIS) of the World Intellectual Property Organization UN.

RUDN has summed up the results of a competition of scientific projects in the direction of "Modern Languages"

The first winner is the project “Linguistic Cultural Identity and Communication Style in Different Socio-Cultural Contexts”, the supervisor is Tatyana Larina (Russia) and the co-director is Daniel Kadar (Institute of Linguistics, Hungarian Academy of Sciences).

The invention of RUDN University scientists win the first prize of the International Exhibition of Inventions INVENTIONS GENEVA in Switzerland

RUDN University won the first place at the 47th International Exhibition of Inventions INVENTIONS GENEVA in Geneva (Switzerland), presenting a neurosurgical stereoendoscope - a device for endoscopic minimally invasive operations. The invention of Russian scientists also won the Special Prize of the International Strategic Technology Alliance ISTA.

RUDN University scientific and research innovations

RUDN mathematicians have created a software package for solving nonlinear differential equations

RUDN mathematicians have created a universal package of computer programs for the study and solution of complex nonlinear differential equations and their systems. The development will be useful for hydrodynamics, gas dynamics, mechanics, elementary particle physics, plasma physics and elasticity theory. The article was published in the journal Computer Physics Communications.

The chemist from RUDN University, together with the colleagues, first created molecules’ catchers for energy source molecules of cells

For the first time, a team of Russian scientists together with RUDN University synthesized calixarenes capable of “trapping” adenosine triphosphoric acid (ATA) molecules and enclosing them inside their cavity. ATA molecules are a universal source of energy for most biochemical processes. They also act as an intercellular mediator.

A RUDN Mathematician Calculated Parameters for Optimal Crowd and Traffic Control

A RUDN mathematician developed a solution for a perturbed differential containment - a generalized case of a differential equation. The development will help calculate optimal ways for the movement of a crowd or a flow of cars. It may also be used to manage robotic cars and multi-agent robotic systems. The results of the study were published in the Journal of Differential Equations.

Drainage and moistening system

(Poddubsky A. A., Shuravilin A.V., Dokukin P.A., Gurina R. R., Kalayjyan C.)

Device for regulating the composition of the combustible mixture supplied by the carburetor

(Oschepkov P. P., Kamyshnikov R.O., Mirolyubov V. I., Novikov V.A., Kamyshnikov O. V., Konoplev V. N.)

Method for laparoscopic myectomy

(Apresyan S.V., Dimitrova V. I., Papoyan S. A., Slyusareva O. A., Kvitsaridze B. A.)

The method of spectral identification of hips and vitamin collection

(Zhilkina V.Yu., Marakhova A.I., Kopylov V.V., Zhiltsova N.V., Zhiltsov V.V., Stanishevsky Y.M.)

Magnetic shock absorber

(Nevrovsky V.A.)

Retention device

(Kosyreva T.F., Vasilyeva M.B., Voeikova O.V.)

Drug product with antimycotic activity on the basis of flowers of Tripleurospermum inodorum

(Velikhanova Z.R., Sorokina A.A., Sachivkina N.P., Zhiltsova N.V., Zhiltsov V.V., Marakhova A.I., Stanishevsky Ya.M.)

RUDN University Participation in the 3rd International Conference on Building Materials and Construction (ICBMC 2018) in Nha Trang (Vietnam)

On the 23-25 of February, representatives of the RUDN University Department of Architecture and Construction of the Engineering Academy, consisting of 3 people (the fifth year student of the Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Lidiya Natali Somarriba Sokolova (Nicaragua), the full-time PhD student Jean Paul Vladimir (Haiti) and the associate professor Rynkovskaya M.I.) participated in the international scientific conference "3rd International Conference on Building Materials and Construction (ICBMC 2018)" in Nha Trang (Vietnam).

Irina Chernykh, PhD student of the International Law Department (RUDN University) became a participant of Young Lawyers' Symposium (YLS)

On the 23-24 of March, the post-graduate student of the International Law Department, Irina Chernykh, took part in scientific and practical events organized by the European Center for Space Law (ECSL) in Paris.

RUDN University delegation participated in the international exhibition-conference QS-MAPLE 2018: The Advancement of University Excellence in the Middle East and Africa Region 2018 in Bahrain

The QS-MAPLE 2018 conference and exhibition, the 8th Annual Strategic Summit for the Advancement of University Excellence in all its Forms successfully concluded on the 6 of March 2018 in Manama, Bahrain. The representatives of more than 70 universities from 40 countries attended in this important scientific and educational event.

RUDN University scientists participated in the 2nd International Conference on Gas, Oil & Petroleum Engineering (GOPE-2018)

On the 25 - 28 of February 2018 in Houston, USA, was held the 2nd International Conference on Gas, Oil & Petroleum Engineering (GOPE-2018) - the largest international industrial and scientific event in the field of creation and application of various technologies of the oil refining industry.

Perfil’eva N.V. participated in the “12th annual International Technology, Education and Development Conference”

Associate Professor of the Department of General and Russian Linguistics Perfil’eva N.V. became the participant of “The 12th Annual International Technology, Education and Development Conference” in Valencia, Spain, on the 5 −7 of March 2018. The conference was attended by scientists and teachers of higher education from 75 countries.

The teacher of RUDN University Political Economy Department Anna Verenikina attended the 7th International Conference on Industrial Technology and Management (ICITM 2018)

On the 7 – 9 of March the 7th International Conference of Industrial Technologies and Management ICITM 2018 was held in one of the oldest colleges of Oxford University, St. Anne's College.

Participation in the 318th International Conference on Agricultural and Biological Science (ICABS)

Associate Professor of RUDN University Agrarian-Technological Institute Khomenets Nikolai Gennadievich participated in the 318th International Conference on Agricultural and Biological Science (ICABS), 25-26.02.2018, Vetnam, Hanoi.

Joint delegation of the RUDN University and Plekhanov Russian University of Economics visited the Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives of Thailand

At the invitation of the Thai side, from 27 November to 2 December 2017 Joint delegation of the RUDN University and Plekhanov Russian University of Economics visited to the Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives of Thailand.

Participation of the RUDN University representatives in the II annual International «Urban Soils Symposium. Soils: Our Resource and Our Future»

29 and 30 November 2017 in New York (The New York Botanical Garden, Bronx) was held the II annual International Symposium «Urban Soils Symposium.

RUDN University took part in the III International Specialized Exhibition «Import Substitution» at the Crocus Expo

September 12-14, 2017 RUDN University took part in the III International Specialized Exhibition «Import Substitution» at the Crocus Expo IEC within the framework of the RUDN University Competitiveness Project among the world's leading research and educational centers (5-100)

Participation in the 2nd International Conference «Social, economic, and academic leadership for the future sustainable development of business and education»

On September 12-15, 2017 the professors of the RUDN University Advertising and Business Communications Department of the Institute of International Economics and Business (IMEB) took part in the 2 International Conference «Social and Economic and Academic Leadership for the Sustainable Development of Business and Education in the Future» in Prague (Czech Republic), at the Prague Institute for Qualification Enhancement.

Professors of RUDN University Institute of Law participated in the annual European Environmental Legal Forum 2017

Professors of RUDN University Institute of Law participated in the annual European Environmental Legal Forum conference 2017, which was organized as a joint effort of the European Environmental Law Forum (EELF), the Nordic Environmental Law, Governance & Science Network (NELN+), the University of Copenhagen (Faculty of Science) and Aarhus University (School of Law)

The director of the RUDN University Shared Research and Educational Center Abramovich R.A. took part in the XXIst International Congress «Phytopharm 2017» and 10th Anniversary of the TCM Research Center Graz

The XXIst International Congress «Phytopharm 2017» and 10th Anniversary of the TCM Research Center Graz 2-5 of July was held from 2 to 5 July 2017 at the University of Graz, Austria.

Participation in The international conference: «The russian-spanish dialogue», dedicated to the 40 anniversary of recovery of diplomatic relations

In June, 2017 Olga Stanislavovna Chesnokova is Doctor of Philology, professor, professor of department of foreign languages of philological faculty of RUDN participated in the conference: «The russian-spanish dialogue: to the 40 anniversary of recovery of diplomatic relations» with the report «Little-known pages of Spanish studies. Constant Brousilov: philologist and translator»

Participation in the XVII International scientific conference «Interaction of the professor and student in the conditions of university education: problems and prospects»

The Association of Professors of the Slavic Countries (APSC) together with the Sofia university of «Saint Clement of Ohrid» held 1 - 7 September, 2017 the XVII International scientific conference «Interaction of the professor and student in the conditions of university education: problems and prospects»

RUDN University scientists described methods of combating diabetes and hepatitis C at a conference in the United States « Diabetes Global -2017»

The conference was attended by more than 100 participants from the United States, Russia, Egypt, Australia, India, Mexico, South Africa, Nepal. The main topics were dedicated to issues of diabetes and metabolic disorders, complications of diabetes, modern methods of prevention and treatment

RUDN scientists have shown how much considering the real shape of the satellite affects the probability of collision of two space objects

RUDN scientists have clarified the model for calculating the probability that space objects may encounter. Classical models do not take into account the real shape and orientation of objects -it seemed that this increases the calculated probability several times.