A Day at PhosAgro: What Our Fellows Learned About Russian Farming 🌍

Our InteRussia agrobiotechnology fellows just got a glimpse into the heart of Russia's agricultural powerhouse — PhosAgro!

As Europe's largest producer of phosphate-based fertilizers and the world's top manufacturer of high-grade phosphate rock, PhosAgro produces over 50 types of mineral fertilizers, powering farms across 102 countries. Their eco-friendly products help feed nearly half the world's population, making PhosAgro Russia's number one fertilizer exporter and a pioneer in solutions tackling climate change and environmental challenges.

They explored PhosAgro's state-of-the-art educational center at the Russian State Agrarian University. Here's what they experienced:

🌱 Attended eye-opening lectures on agricultural innovations and digital farming

🌱 Learned about PhosAgro's eco-solutions for a changing climate

🌱 Participated in a hands-on workshop on wheat quality assessment

🌱 Toured the university's historic park and soil-agronomic museum

From soil to table, our fellows have seen firsthand how Russian innovation is revolutionizing global agriculture. The next time you bite into a juicy tomato or savor a slice of bread, you might be tasting the fruits of Russian agro-science!

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Beyond the Stage: InterRussia Theatre Fellows Explore Mosfilm 🎬

Not by theatre alone! While our InterRussia theatre fellows are well-versed in the world of stage performances, they recently broadened their horizons with a foray into the realm of cinema. Their destination? None other than the legendary Mosfilm studios.

Mosfilm, the cornerstone of Russian cinema since 1924, has been the birthplace of over 2,500 films, many of which have earned international acclaim. Now it is one of the largest studios in Europe.

Their Mosfilm adventure included:

📚A journey through time at the Mosfilm Museum, where they delved into the studio's history

🚘An encounter with mechanical stars — a collection of retro cars that have played supporting roles in films

😱A spine-tingling exploration of the exhibition dedicated to "Viy," the first USSR's first horror film

📸A stroll through crafted sets replicating historical St. Petersburg and Moscow

The young actors left feeling enriched, ready to bring their own stories to the world stage (or at least to the stage of GITIS for now)!

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From Lab to Field: InteRussia Fellows Continue to Plunge into the World of Fertilizer Production 🌱

Our fellows in agrobiotechnologies recently became guests of the Uralchem Innovation Reseacrh and Development Center with a profound technological infrastructure capable of covering a wide range of agrobiotechnology-related tasks.

Uralchem is the leading producer of fertilisers and chemical products in Russia and is among the largest players worldwide. The key area of its activity is the production of nitrogen, potash and complex fertilisers, feed additives, as well as chlorine-free premium fertilisers with micronutrients. Moreover, Uralchem Group offers industrial chemicals for various industries, including chemical, construction, mining, metalworking, oil and gas, and others.

Our engineers saw with their own eyes how science and technology come together to inspire a global shift in agriculture. In particular, they

🍀 got acquainted with Uralchem's innovative projects in the Asian and African dimensions;

🍀 discussed the latest agricultural trends;

🍀 visited the laboratories, where they discovered the full cycle of fertilizer production.

Fertilizers are no longer just chemical compounds — they’re intelligent solutions that help farmers and the planet move toward a more sustainable tomorrow.

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InteRussia Fellows Step into the World of Russian Musicals 🎭

After visiting the Bolshoi Theater, the Maly Theater, and the Chekhov Moscow Art Theatre, the fellows added a modern twist to their cultural journey with a stop at the Moscow Musical Theater. Their guide for this latest theatrical adventure? None other than Mikhail Shvydkoy, the theater's artistic director.

He began his journey at the Russian Institute of Theatre Arts before rising through the ranks of the cultural sector. His notable positions include heading the All-Russia State Television and Radio Broadcasting Company and leading the "Culture" TV channel. From 2000 to 2004, Shvydkoy served as Russia's Minister of Culture. Currently, he balances his role as the artistic director of the Moscow Musical Theater with his duties as the Special Presidential Representative for International Cultural Cooperation.

Shvydkoy took the fellows on a journey through time, from the Soviet era when stages reflected everyday realities to the present day where theaters offer an escape from daily life. He shared insights on the challenges of past censorship, the creativity enjoyed today, and even revealed some facts about their audience demographics.

From the grandeur of the Bolshoi to the modern beats of musicals, these fellows aren't just watching Russian theater evolve – they're getting a front-row seat to their show!

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What’s Happening with Our Wireless Technology Fellows? ⏳

The Moscow metro, one of the busiest in the world, traditionally arouses special interest among our fellows. However, this time they managed to penetrate deeper and get acquainted with its invisible side. Our engineers learned about wireless communication technologies in the Moscow public transport at a lecture organized by Transtelecom. 

TTK is one of the top-5 Russian telecommunications companies. It operates one of the largest fiber networks in Russia, which is more than 83 000 km long. TTK implements large-scale telecommunication projects and introduces a full range of telecommunication services for other state companies and end-users.

During the meeting, the participants discussed

💡technical arrangement of Wi-Fi and mobile Internet distribution systems in Moscow transport;

💡communication on short-distance and long-distance trains, the latter of which have a satellite communications access system;

💡software and multimedia platform implemented on Russian Railways trains;

💡the complexities of the technical arrangement of Moscow transport and prospects for further development.

But that is not all: each fellow is also working on individual projects tailored to his or her development path. Guided by mentors from the Skoltech Project Center for Next Generation Wireless and Internet of Things, they are tackling real-world challenges and contributing to the future of the industry.

Already this week we will lift the veil of secrecy and show innovative solutions developed by our engineers.

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