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Gazprombank and NUST MISIS rethink the role of endowment funds: Endowment becomes a driver of technology projects
To mark the 15th anniversary of the NUST MISIS Endowment Fund, Gazprombank has contributed RUB 30 million to support the University’s projects. The contribution is significant not only for its size, but also for the new approach to using the University endowment. The parties are rethinking the role of the endowment, transforming it from a reserve into an active mechanism for financing applied research and technology development. This makes it possible to redirect funds toward projects with high market potential.
MISIS bioengineers develop hydrogel for osteoarthritis treatment
At NUST MISIS, researchers have developed a prototype of a sustained-release hydrogel for the treatment of osteoarthritis. The technology could improve treatment efficacy and reduce the risk of side effects.
New hydrogel for wound healing stimulates cell regeneration and promotes tissue repair
Researchers at NUST MISIS have developed a biocompatible hydrogel for wound healing that helps cells cope with oxidative stress, one of the major factors contributing to delayed tissue repair. The polymeric material provides controlled release of an antioxidant agent, reduces the level of cell-damaging reactive oxygen species, and promotes a favorable environment for skin regeneration.
Qubit Courier: Scientists Solve the Key Scalability Challenge for Neutral-Atom Quantum Processors
Researchers from NUST MISIS, MIPT, Skoltech, the Russian Quantum Center, Lomonosov Moscow State University, and the Steklov Mathematical Institute have proposed a new quantum computing architecture in which special messenger atoms travel between computational qubits, maintaining connections regardless of the distance separating them. The approach paves the way for scalable quantum processors based on Rydberg atoms.
Scientists find a way to “program” metal behavior during 3D printing
Russian researchers have discovered that laser 3D-printing parameters can directly influence the properties of a nickel—titanium shape memory alloy. The scientists demonstrated that by adjusting laser power and scanning speed, it is possible to “program” the material’s behavior in advance, including the temperature at which it recovers its shape and the degree of its elasticity. The findings open new opportunities for the development of advanced medical implants, miniature actuators, and components for 4D printing.
Scientists propose a method for early diagnosis of retinal diseases based on “glow” in cells
Russian researchers have found that changes in the “glow” of pigment in retinal cells can be used to detect damage at very early stages, long before serious vision impairment occurs. The scientists also showed how antioxidants slow these processes by reducing the levels of toxic products of photodamage.
NUST MISIS and Anhui Institute of Information Technology to cooperate in AI and digital technologies
NUST MISIS and Anhui Institute of Information Technology (AIIT) have signed a memorandum of understanding aimed at developing cooperation in education and research. During the visit of the Chinese delegation, the parties discussed joint research projects, professional development programs for faculty members, as well as student training in the fields of artificial intelligence and digital technologies.
NUST MISIS develops alloy for cast components with a balance of strength and thermal conductivity
Researchers at MISIS University have patented an aluminum alloy for electronics and electric vehicles. By precisely tuning its composition and heat-treatment parameters, the material can achieve an optimal combination of properties.
A new method for producing complex forms for manufacturing metal components has been proposed
Scientists have proposed a new method for creating metal molds for powder metallurgy applications—without welding or expensive 3D printing. The development opens up new possibilities for producing parts with complex geometries. The approach based on cold spray deposition may find applications in the aerospace industry, energy sector, and mechanical engineering.
The first 2026 issues of MISIS scientific journals are now available online
The new issues present results of current research in materials science, metallurgy, and industrial economics, covering both fundamental and applied areas.
Researchers at NUST MISIS move closer to creating powerful rare-earth-free magnets
Researchers at NUST MISIS have identified an improved alloy composition and processing method for the more cost-effective and efficient production of permanent magnets used in energy, electrical engineering, and transportation systems.
MISIS University expands cooperation with South Africa
The South African Department of Higher Education and Training has selected NUST MISIS as a strategic partner for African educational institutions to help strengthen their integration with industry.
How textile waste becomes the basis for supercapacitors in just five minutes
Researchers from MISIS University and Research Institute of Advanced Materials and Technologies (RIAMT) have developed a new method for producing carbon materials from cotton waste, reducing the processing time to just a few minutes instead of the usual one and a half hours. The materials obtained using this approach can be used in supercapacitors — devices designed for rapid energy storage and release that are widely used in electronics, transport, and energy storage systems.
The Key to Security: Scientists Strengthen Quantum Cryptography with a Neural Network
Researchers from NUST MISIS, HSE University, and the Russian company QRate have introduced a new approach to predicting quantum error rates in quantum key distribution systems using machine learning algorithms.
Reaching a New Level: MISIS and Russian Quantum Center Scientists Explain How to Simplify Quantum Computing
Physicists from the National University of Science and Technology MISIS and the Russian Quantum Center (RQC) have systematized modern approaches to implementing quantum algorithms using multidimensional quantum systems—qudits—and demonstrated how engaging additional energy levels of quantum carriers can simplify the execution of complex quantum operations and reduce their number compared to standard qubit-based schemes. Such approaches can improve the efficiency of quantum computing and bring the practical application of quantum algorithms closer in areas such as optimization, data processing, and the modeling of complex systems.
MISIS scientists publish in top-1% CiteScore journals
According to data from Scopus, the world’s largest database of scientific publications, in 2025 researchers from NUST MISIS published 890 papers. Two of these were featured in journals ranked among the top 1% worldwide by CiteScore: Reviews of Modern Physics and ACS Nano.
New Ultra-Sensitive Detector to Scale Quantum Technologies
Russian scientists have introduced an ultra-sensitive detector capable of detecting individual photons with an efficiency of up to 98%. This development could serve as a foundation for the advancement of quantum computing, secure data transmission, and applications in astronomy and biomedical diagnostics.
The Secret of Strength: Scientists Present an Improved Composite for the Aerospace Industry
Russian scientists have discovered that the interaction of titanium, aluminum, and nitrogen-based materials with molten copper results in the formation of strong and wear-resistant composites. The findings will help create new metal-ceramic materials for use in electrical engineering, aviation, and mechanical engineering.
NUST MISIS will support the establishment of a Quantum Qechnologies Laboratory in Vietnam
The decision to launch scientific and technical cooperation was made during the visit of a delegation led by Lieutenant General Vu Ngoc Thiem, Chairman of the Committee for Ciphers under the Government of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, and Nguyen Van Ngoc, Director of Hong Ngoc Integrated Services — JSC “RAISE”.
MISIS and Nornickel present Russia’s first semi-transparent solar panels for building facades
The Nornickel Palladium Technology Center and NUST MISIS have presented Russia’s first scalable samples of semi-transparent perovskite solar modules designed for installation on glass facades and rooftops. The Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) technology enables architectural elements to serve as power sources while maintaining natural daylight and preventing overheating.
Twelve NUST MISIS Researchers Named Among the World’s Most Cited Scientists
Twelve researchers from the MISIS University have been included in the world’s top 2% of most cited scientists, according to the bibliometric database Scopus. The annual ranking is published by Elsevier BV, one of the four largest academic publishing houses in the world.
NUST MISIS develops unique equipment for applying antibacterial coatings to surgical threads
Specialists at NUST MISIS, together with the LIFT Research Center, have created a new system for coating surgical threads with antibacterial compounds. The joint project, aimed at developing medical suturing materials capable of gradually releasing embedded drugs, is being carried out with the support of Gazprombank under the Priority-2030 program.
NUST MISIS at the 12th International Forum on Technological Development Technoprom-2025
NUST MISIS representatives took part in the business program of the Technoprom-2025 forum, held in Novosibirsk. The event brought together representatives of federal and regional government bodies, leading Russian and international companies, as well as experts, scientists, and entrepreneurs.
From wound healing to drug delivery: scientists develop next-generation medical bandage material
Researchers have developed a next-generation medical material made from ultra-thin aluminum oxide fibers. By altering the composition and structure, scientists can impart desired properties to the nanofibers, such as antibacterial, wound-healing, and hemostatic effects.
Paws will be fine: MISIS scientists develop orthopedic implants for animals
Researchers at NUST MISIS have developed a prototype implant made from a polymer composite designed to securely fix joints and gradually and safely dissolve in an animal’s body. This bioresorbable material eliminates the need for a second surgery and could become the foundation for alternative solutions in veterinary orthopedics.
Disappears Without a Trace: Scientists Improve Alloy for Temporary Implants
Russian scientists have developed a new biodegradable iron-based alloy with promising applications in orthopedics, oncology, and veterinary medicine. By adding silicon and applying high pressure during processing, they managed to nearly double the alloy’s dissolution rate. With further implementation in medical practice, the material could fully dissolve in the body within
Accuracy — 99.993%: NUST MISIS and INME RAS scientists master the production technology of fluxonium qubits
Researchers from the Laboratory of Superconductor Quantum Technologies at NUST MISIS and the Laboratory of Quantum Technologies at INME RAS have successfully reproduced the technology for fabricating superconducting fluxonium qubits, demonstrating single-qubit operation fidelity of 99.993%. Unlike the more widespread transmon qubits, fluxoniums require a significantly more complex technological process, including the formation of chains of dozens of Josephson junctions.
NUST MISIS enters the Golden League of Round University Rankings
NUST MISIS has ranked 186th among 1,230 of the world’s top universities in the institutional Round University Rankings (RUR-2025), entering the Golden League for the first time. The university also retained its 5th place among 120 Russian universities. In total, experts evaluated universities from 95 countries.
Quantum Calculations Made 50 Times More Efficient: Russian Scientists Optimize Molecular Simulation Algorithm
Researchers from NUST MISIS and Kazan Federal University have significantly improved quantum algorithms, making it dozens of times faster to study molecules relevant to pharmaceuticals, chemical manufacturing, materials science, energy, and more. The method is already adapted to current quantum hardware capabilities, bringing the industry closer to practical quantum computing applications. By optimizing the variational quantum algorithm, the scientists managed to dramatically reduce the number of quantum operations required for molecular simulations.
