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Laboratory for Science and Technology Studies

The Laboratory for Science and Technology Studies was established in 2010 and is a research unit within HSE University's Institute for Statistical Studies and Economics of Knowledge (ISSEK).

It brings together leading staff researchers with broad-ranging research skill sets and professional competencies. The Laboratory's objective is to conduct empirically based research in science, technology and innovation policy.

Illustration for news: Institute for Statistical Studies and Economics of Knowledge has developed a system for AI measuring

Institute for Statistical Studies and Economics of Knowledge has developed a system for AI measuring

At a meeting of the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) Statistical Committee, HSE ISSEK researchers Gulnara Abdrakhmanova and Anna Demyanova presented a system for measuring the full life cycle of AI technologies, which allows not only to track the development and implementation of AI, but also to assess its impact on the social sphere.

Illustration for news: The Future of Foresight: From Globalization to Planetarization and New Approaches to Foresight

The Future of Foresight: From Globalization to Planetarization and New Approaches to Foresight

Experts from different countries discussed how strategic thinking is changing in the face of global challenges at a session “Futures Studies: a New Agenda” took place in the framework of the XXV Yasin (April) International Academic Conference.

Illustration for news: IT of the Future: Insatiable AI, Semiconductors and Smart Cities

IT of the Future: Insatiable AI, Semiconductors and Smart Cities

Experts discussed how to ''feed'' AI, what the domestic IT market awaits, and how cities are changing in the era of digitalization at the Session "The Future of IT: Scenarios and Sectoral Applications" took place under the XXV Yasin (April) International Academic Conference.

Illustration for news: 2024 in Review: What Makes it Memorable for Various Divisions of HSE University

2024 in Review: What Makes it Memorable for Various Divisions of HSE University

The heads of the university's various divisions share the highlights and memorable moments from the past year

Illustration for news: Five Strategies for the Future: Key Achievements of HSE Strategic Projects in 2024

Five Strategies for the Future: Key Achievements of HSE Strategic Projects in 2024

During the past year, scientists at HSE University have worked on five strategic projects aimed at advancing key areas essential to the development of modern individuals and society. Each of these projects is unique, yet they share common goals: creating innovative product solutions, generating fresh ideas for the economy, social sector, science, and education, and contributing to the university's research potential.

Illustration for news: ‘Geographical Distance No Longer a Problem’: ISSEK Fosters Cooperation with Think Tanks in BRICS Countries

‘Geographical Distance No Longer a Problem’: ISSEK Fosters Cooperation with Think Tanks in BRICS Countries

In September, the HSE Institute for Statistical Studies and Economics of Knowledge hosted an international working meeting with representatives from Brazilian, Egyptian, and Indian think tanks. The participants discussed opportunities for cooperation, including joint surveys, comparative studies, databases, and publications on foresight, technology, and innovation. It was also decided to draft a multilateral agreement to establish the BRICS Foresight Association.

Illustration for news: HSE Experts Take Part in the First International Workshop on Technological Sustainability of BRICS

HSE Experts Take Part in the First International Workshop on Technological Sustainability of BRICS

On September 19–20, Skoltech hosted the First International Workshop on Technological Sustainability of BRICS: University-Industry Partnerships, organised jointly with HSE University Human Capital Multidisciplinary Research Center. The meeting was held as part of the BRICS working group on technology foresight and science and technology studies.

Illustration for news: ‘We Bring Together the Best Russian Scientists and AI Researchers at HSE University Site’

‘We Bring Together the Best Russian Scientists and AI Researchers at HSE University Site’

On October 25–26, 2024, HSE University’s AI and Digital Science Institute and the AI Research Centre hold the Fall into ML 2024 conference in Moscow. This year’s event will focus on the prospects in development of fundamental artificial intelligence, with SBER as its conference title partner.

Illustration for news: HSE University Welcomes a New Group of Postdocs

HSE University Welcomes a New Group of Postdocs

This autumn, 55 early-career researchers will start working at HSE University's campuses in Moscow, St. Petersburg, Nizhny Novgorod, and Perm. All of them have undergone a rigorous selection process and aim to make significant progress in both science and personal development during their participation in the Russian Postdoctoral Fellowship Programme. This year, in addition to PhDs who are Russian citizens, HSE University welcomes their colleagues from Poland, Kazakhstan, and India who have earned their academic degrees from Russian universities. On September 17-18, orientation events were held for them at HSE University.

Illustration for news: HSE University Releases Global Ranking of Top Cities for High-Tech and Creative Industries

HSE University Releases Global Ranking of Top Cities for High-Tech and Creative Industries

Researchers at HSE ISSEK have released the third ranking of megacities based on their innovation attractiveness—HSE Global Cities Innovation Index 2024 (HSE GCII 2024). Moscow ranks ninth, while London, New York, and Tokyo lead the ranking. The top ten also include Beijing, San Francisco, Paris, Shanghai, Los Angeles, and Seoul. In addition to Moscow, 25 other Russian cities are among the top 1,000, including St. Petersburg (73), Novosibirsk (183), and others.