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International Conference on Foresight and STI Policy took place at HSE ISSEK

XV International Academic Conference ‘Foresight and Science, Technology and Innovation Policy’organized by HSE University Institute for Statistical Studies and Economics of Knowledge took place on 12-14 November 2025. This year programme included nine thematic sessions and special workshop for BRICS countries. The conference traditionally became a platform for discussing the future of technology, transformation of labor markets, creative economy, role of artificial intelligence, and sustainable development, bringing together experts around the world from: Russia, China, India, South Africa, Brazil, Egypt, Iran, the UAE, Indonesia, Australia, the UK, Malaysia and other countries.

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December 12, 2025

HSE University Strengthens Academic Cooperation with China: Dr. Meissner Delivers Lectures at Tsinghua University and Keynote Speech in Guangzhou

During the last week of November 2025, Dr. Dirk Meissner, Distinguished Professor and Academic Supervisor of the Master’s Programme “Science, Technology and Innovation Management and Policy”, represented HSE University at two major academic events in China. His visit reinforced the programme’s international presence and highlighted its commitment to advancing international dialogue in science, technology and innovation (STI) management.

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December 08, 2025

Dr. Irek Suleymanov on his new course "Bridging Worlds: An Introduction to Science Diplomacy"

Dr. Irek Suleymanov joined the Department of Educational Programs at the HSE Institute for Statistical Studies and Economics of Knowledge (ISSEK) in 2024, introducing an innovative course on science diplomacy. The new academic year was marked by a new seminar series organized by Dr. Suleymanov in collaboration with the UNESCO Chair in Science Diplomacy and Heritage at the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM). Titled "The Dynamics of Science Diplomacy: Bridging Pragmatism and Idealism" this series of seminars is aimed at enabling students to realize their scientific ambitions.

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November 17, 2025

The ISSEK discussed prospects for scientific cooperation with Malaysia

International workshop ‘Foresight and STI Policy: Recent Findings’ with participation of delegation from Malaysia organized by the Institute for Statistical Studies and Economics of Knowledge took place at the HSE University. The parties exchanged experiences implementing research projects in science, technology, and innovation and discussed promising areas for further cooperation.

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November 14, 2025

"Predictable Randomness" or How to Make Forecasts in Uncertainty Age

XV International Conference "Foresight and Science, Technology, and Innovation Policy" took place in Moscow on 12-14 November 2025. Experts from various countries discussed whether classical forecasting methods are truly powerless against "wild cards" predictions and which trends will transform labor market, economy, and our understanding of humanity tomorrow.

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November 14, 2025

"Predictable Randomness" or How to Make Forecasts in Uncertainty Age

XV International Conference "Foresight and Science, Technology, and Innovation Policy" took place in Moscow on 12-14 November 2025. Experts from various countries discussed whether classical forecasting methods are truly powerless against "wild cards" predictions and which trends will transform labor market, economy, and our understanding of humanity tomorrow.

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November 14, 2025

Collective Working Paper Brings Together Students and Experts from HSE University, UNICAMP, and Tsinghua University

A new Collective Working Paper titled “Being Innovative or Being on the Safe Side – Managing the Risk of Failure” has just been published as part of HSE University’s Basic Research Program – Science, Technology and Innovation series.

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September 16, 2025

HSE ISSEK Foresight Center experts held an International Foresight Session on AI development

The International Foresight Session on AI development trends was held at M.V. Lomonosov Moscow State University with the organizational and methodological support of the Foresight Center, Institute for Statistical Studies and Economics of Knowledge, National Research University Higher School of Economics. Leading foreign and Russian scientists took part in the event.

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September 05, 2025

Top 20 Frontiers of Russian Science: 2024

In the framework of world science structure mapping the HSE University Institute for Statistical Studies and Economics of Knowledge (ISSEK) for the first time has identified the most relevant for Russia research and development topics using a system of intelligent analysis of big data iFORA.

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July 21, 2025

How to Accelerate Achievement of Sustainable Development Goals in the Global South: Experts Discuss Challenges at UN Conference

A Round Table on SDG financing in countries of the global South was held under the IV International Conference on Financing for Development. International experts, including Liliana Proskuryakova, Head of the ISSEK Laboratory for Science and Technology Studies, discussed the main challenges that developing countries face on the path to SDGs and ways to overcome them.

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July 10, 2025

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