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Illustration for news: Forbes University Ranking: HSE Has Top Reputation among Employers

Forbes University Ranking: HSE Has Top Reputation among Employers

On May 22, Forbes Education released its updated ranking of the 100 best universities in Russia for 2025. HSE University retained its second-place position, having established itself as the university with the highest employer reputation. Among the top 20 were 12 universities from Moscow, three from St Petersburg, two from Tatarstan, and one each from the Sverdlovsk, Novosibirsk, and Tomsk regions.

Illustration for news: Artificial Intelligence and Financial Risk Management: IDLab Seminar

Artificial Intelligence and Financial Risk Management: IDLab Seminar

On May 16, 2025, the International Laboratory for the Economics of Intangible Assets (IDLab) hosted another session of its regular academic seminar series, featuring guest speaker Dr. Michael Appiah, Associate Professor at the School of Management and the Department of Finance and Economics at Jiangsu University (China), and Director of Dorstell Research & Consultancy. In his presentation, Dr. Appiah shared the findings of his research on financial risk management in OECD countries, focusing on the role of artificial intelligence (AI) innovation, technological infrastructure, and regulatory quality.

Illustration for news: AI Predicts Behaviour of Quantum Systems

AI Predicts Behaviour of Quantum Systems

Scientists from HSE University, in collaboration with researchers from the University of Southern California, have developed an algorithm that rapidly and accurately predicts the behaviour of quantum systems, from quantum computers to solar panels. This methodology enabled the simulation of processes in the MoS₂ semiconductor and revealed that the movement of charged particles is influenced not only by the number of defects but also by their location. These defects can either slow down or accelerate charge transport, leading to effects that were previously difficult to account for with standard methods. The study has been published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS).

Illustration for news: Electrical Brain Stimulation Helps Memorise New Words

Electrical Brain Stimulation Helps Memorise New Words

A team of researchers at HSE University, in collaboration with scientists from Russian and foreign universities, has investigated the impact of electrical brain stimulation on learning new words. The experiment shows that direct current stimulation of language centres—Broca's and Wernicke's areas—can improve and speed up the memorisation of new words. The findings have been published in Neurobiology of Learning and Memory.

Illustration for news: Artificial Intelligence Improves Risk Prediction of Complex Diseases

Artificial Intelligence Improves Risk Prediction of Complex Diseases

Neural network models developed at the HSE AI Research Centre have significantly improved the prediction of risks for obesity, type 1 diabetes, psoriasis, and other complex diseases. A joint study with Genotek Ltd showed that deep learning algorithms outperform traditional methods, particularly in cases involving complex gene interactions (epistasis). The findings have been published in Frontiers in Medicine.

Illustration for news: Petr Parshakov joined the jury of the final round of the All-Russian Olympiad of Schoolchildren in Economics

Petr Parshakov joined the jury of the final round of the All-Russian Olympiad of Schoolchildren in Economics

Petr Parshakov, Head of the International Laboratory of Intangible-driven Economy, took part in the final round of the All-Russian Olympiad of Schoolchildren in Economics as a member of the jury.

Illustration for news: 'I Have Two Projects in Development in Hollywood and 20 in Russia'—HSE University Graduate Shares Experience of the Film Industry

'I Have Two Projects in Development in Hollywood and 20 in Russia'—HSE University Graduate Shares Experience of the Film Industry

Valery Kolesov is a seasoned and accomplished director, screenwriter, and producer. He was also the first student to enrol in the Film Production Programme at the HSE Campus in Perm. We spoke with Valery about his journey into the film industry and why there's no need to fear starting a new career—even if you've never worked in film before.

Illustration for news: Genetic Prediction of Cancer Recurrence: Scientists Verify Reliability of Computer Models

Genetic Prediction of Cancer Recurrence: Scientists Verify Reliability of Computer Models

In biomedical research, machine learning algorithms are often used to analyse data—for instance, to predict cancer recurrence. However, it is not always clear whether these algorithms are detecting meaningful patterns or merely fitting random noise in the data. Scientists from HSE University, IBCh RAS, and Moscow State University have developed a test that makes it possible to determine this distinction. It could become an important tool for verifying the reliability of algorithms in medicine and biology. The study has been published on arXiv.

Illustration for news: Artificial Intelligence as a Catalyst for Sustainable Development

Artificial Intelligence as a Catalyst for Sustainable Development

Artificial intelligence is transforming every aspect of life, expanding both our capabilities and our boundaries. At the same time, it presents new challenges for humanity, including concerns about safety, ethics, and environmental sustainability. Today, each neural network leaves a significant carbon footprint. However, with responsible management, AI has the potential to benefit the planet and become a cornerstone of a sustainable future economy. Panos Pardalos, Academic Supervisor of the Laboratory of Algorithms and Technologies for Network Analysis at the HSE Campus in Nizhny Novgorod, emphasised this point as he addressed the XXV Yasin (April) International Academic Conference on Economic and Social Development.

Illustration for news: The Zombie Firm Phenomenon, SME Digital Transformation and ICT Solutions: IDLab at the XXV Yasin (April) International Academic Conference

The Zombie Firm Phenomenon, SME Digital Transformation and ICT Solutions: IDLab at the XXV Yasin (April) International Academic Conference

IDLab researchers of the Higher School of Economics - Maria Molodchik, Anna Davii, Egor Ivanov, Nikita Matkin, Mikhail Usanin and Alexey Smirnov took part in the XXV Yasin (April) International Academic Conference. The anniversary conference was held at the Moscow campus of the Higher School of Economics on April 15-18, 2025 as part of the Decade of Science and Technology in Russia program.