A Russian University Opens a Trusted AI Laboratory
Tomsk State University has launched a new laboratory dedicated to developing safe and reliable artificial intelligence for energy, transport, unmanned systems, and other critical industries
A National Milestone in Trusted AI
Tomsk State University (TSU) has opened a laboratory for intelligent systems designed for edge computing, where researchers will focus on advancing safe and trustworthy AI for sectors such as nuclear energy, autonomous vehicles, and transportation. According to the university’s press service, TSU is the first Russian institution to gain access to the LinQ neural network accelerator developed by the microelectronics company HighTech.
At the opening ceremony, Russia’s Minister of Science and Higher Education, Valery Falkov, emphasized the educational significance of the initiative. He noted that instructors increasingly view AI as a tool for improving the quality of education and highlighted that the lab will be open to students, graduate researchers, and young scientists.
AI for High‑Risk Applications
The university plans to develop systems based on “demanding” neural networks—models where even minor errors can lead to serious consequences. HighTech CEO Andrey Pankov explained that the new laboratory will serve as an effective testing ground for LinQ AI accelerators across a range of scenarios, from nuclear energy tasks and UAV control to operations in harsh Arctic environments. This setup is expected to shorten the transition from prototypes to industrial implementation.
TSU has already established seven laboratories aimed at strengthening Russia’s technological leadership. University rector Eduard Galazhinsky noted that this environment enables the development of a trusted ecosystem for teaching AI technologies.
A “Superclass” and New AI Applications
The new laboratory will include a “Superclass,” a high‑performance computing segment powered by a supercomputer that provides access to neural network accelerators. Researchers also plan to develop AI solutions for scientific and technical libraries, as well as automated systems for environmental monitoring, navigation algorithms, and other advanced applications.
The launch marks an important step for Russia’s academic sector as it works to integrate trusted AI into critical infrastructure and emerging technologies.
