Russia Launches a Quantum University to Drive Breakthrough Technologies
Russia is creating a Quantum University that unites the scientific power of the country’s leading technical universities to train a new generation of specialists in quantum computing
Russia will soon establish a Quantum University — an initiative supported at the highest level and coordinated by the state corporation Rosatom. The project brings together the academic and research capabilities of MEPhI, MIPT, MISIS, and Bauman Moscow State Technical University to train top‑tier talent in quantum technologies.
The new university will serve as an educational hub that systematizes and consolidates existing training programs. Its core mission is to strengthen Russia’s scientific school and cultivate a generation of scientists, engineers, and professionals capable of implementing quantum solutions across key sectors of the economy.
The development of quantum computing is essential for global progress in fields such as advanced materials, pharmaceuticals, artificial intelligence, and information security.
A Cutting‑Edge Educational System
The first cohort of students is expected to enroll in September 2026. According to MEPhI Rector Vladimir Shevchenko, the university will begin operating in a pilot mode with several dozen carefully selected students. Infrastructure development will proceed gradually, based on demand for specific training modules and the load on research equipment.
In parallel, the Mendeleev Map project will be launched to support gifted youth. These efforts form part of a national strategy to strengthen Russia’s scientific capacity and drive the digital transformation of industry.
