80 years of atomic industry

Obninsk - a nuclear youth capital

Obninsk: The Cradle of Peaceful Atom

On June 26, 1954, in the city of Obninsk in the Kaluga region, 100 kilometers southwest of Moscow, through the efforts of scientists and engineers led by Igor Kurchatov, the world's first industrial nuclear power plant with a capacity of 5,000 kilowatts was successfully launched. In a short time, Obninsk became one of the most important scientific centers for nuclear scientists around the world.

Obninsk

Obninsk Tech - youth atomic project

We combine advanced technologies and nuclear education. We create the future through innovative approaches to learning and development.

Our mission is to make education accessible, effective and modern. We develop unique educational programs that help students and professionals not only gain the necessary knowledge, but also apply it in real work.

Development of the project by 2030 year

  • 200New educational programs
  • 30New laboratory complexes
  • >100International events per year
  • >10 000Participants of scientific and educational events annually
  • 30%Professors engaged from industry and partner universities

Project geography

  • 65Countries worldwide
  • 30Partner universities

All possibilities in one place

International Scientific and Educational Center for Nuclear and Related Technologies

«Obninsk Tech» - an educational environment with continuous educational trajectories and effective employment opportunities.

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Student reviews

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Soares Aparecido Joao Vitor (Brazil)

Master's student at IATE NRNU MEPhI, program "Operation of Nuclear Power Plants and Installations" (Nuclear Power Plants)

Since I came to Russia, my life has changed in several ways. First of all, it's a challenge - learning another language and living in a new culture. Then you learn from experienced teachers who always try to help you, as well as help you feel comfortable and solve your problems. The first months are hard, but then you get used to it, you make friends from all over the world. There is always something to do at the university, for example, going to museums, parks, and nuclear power plants (the first in the world here in Obninsk). It's something wonderful that I won't forget, and I'm very happy to be here.

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Khoeun Chanto (Cambodia)

Bachelor's degree student at IATE NRNU MEPhI (Nuclear power engineering and thermal physics)

I decided to step out of my comfort zone to study abroad. At first, I was very scared, but studying abroad – specifically in Russia – has taught me a lot. It has helped me become more independent, resilient, and productive. Since I arrived here, I’ve learned so much about the diversity of Russian culture, as well as the cultures of other international students.
Studying here has allowed me to explore myself through various activities. I’ve had the chance to participate in media training, arts workshops, competitions, and industry visits. I also joined summer school, winter school, and the Obninsk program – some of the best programs I’ve ever been part of. Through these experiences, I’ve visited various industries, which helped me connect my theoretical studies to real-world applications. Additionally, I gained valuable insights from sharing sessions with decision-makers, change-makers and youth leaders. I’d say I’ve been able to learn and explore simultaneously.
I’m truly grateful for every opportunity I’ve received from my university and other organizations. These experiences are helping me build a better future career. I could sum up my study abroad journey in three words: empowering, improving, and learning.

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Sohyla Montasser Ahmed Aboudeif (Egypt)

Applied Mathematics and Physics, MIPT

Studying in Russia in Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology (MIPT) has been a unique experience for me. Coming from Egypt, I wasn’t just stepping into a new educational system, but immersing myself in a culture and environment that values science and innovation deeply. The support I’ve received here, both from my friends and professors, has helped me grow not only academically but personally to be part of a community where tradition meets cutting-edge research, and where students from all over the world come together to learn and contribute.
For me, studying at Obninsk Tech School, three times in a row, has been much more than just gaining knowledge; it’s about connecting directly with experts from Rosatom, leading academics, and professionals deeply involved in the nuclear industry. Their lectures are not just theory – they bring real-life rxamples and practical insights.
One of the most inspiring parts of Obninsk Tech was participating in the HackAtom contest. It was a unique chance to stimulate my creativity and technical skills by brainstorming projects to promote nuclear energy awareness in different countries. This hands-on approach really helps to see how innovation can make a difference beyond the classroom.
But what truly stuck with me was the excursion to Prolog. Seeing how they integrate data from sensors and machinery to monitor and optimize complex systems was fascinating as it is part of my research to optimize the industrial automation in real time.

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Soares Aparecido Joao Vitor (Brazil)

Master's student at IATE NRNU MEPhI, program "Operation of Nuclear Power Plants and Installations" (Nuclear Power Plants)

Since I came to Russia, my life has changed in several ways. First of all, it's a challenge - learning another language and living in a new culture. Then you learn from experienced teachers who always try to help you, as well as help you feel comfortable and solve your problems. The first months are hard, but then you get used to it, you make friends from all over the world. There is always something to do at the university, for example, going to museums, parks, and nuclear power plants (the first in the world here in Obninsk). It's something wonderful that I won't forget, and I'm very happy to be here.

Photo

Khoeun Chanto (Cambodia)

Bachelor's degree student at IATE NRNU MEPhI (Nuclear power engineering and thermal physics)

I decided to step out of my comfort zone to study abroad. At first, I was very scared, but studying abroad – specifically in Russia – has taught me a lot. It has helped me become more independent, resilient, and productive. Since I arrived here, I’ve learned so much about the diversity of Russian culture, as well as the cultures of other international students.
Studying here has allowed me to explore myself through various activities. I’ve had the chance to participate in media training, arts workshops, competitions, and industry visits. I also joined summer school, winter school, and the Obninsk program – some of the best programs I’ve ever been part of. Through these experiences, I’ve visited various industries, which helped me connect my theoretical studies to real-world applications. Additionally, I gained valuable insights from sharing sessions with decision-makers, change-makers and youth leaders. I’d say I’ve been able to learn and explore simultaneously.
I’m truly grateful for every opportunity I’ve received from my university and other organizations. These experiences are helping me build a better future career. I could sum up my study abroad journey in three words: empowering, improving, and learning.

Photo

Sohyla Montasser Ahmed Aboudeif (Egypt)

Applied Mathematics and Physics, MIPT

Studying in Russia in Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology (MIPT) has been a unique experience for me. Coming from Egypt, I wasn’t just stepping into a new educational system, but immersing myself in a culture and environment that values science and innovation deeply. The support I’ve received here, both from my friends and professors, has helped me grow not only academically but personally to be part of a community where tradition meets cutting-edge research, and where students from all over the world come together to learn and contribute.
For me, studying at Obninsk Tech School, three times in a row, has been much more than just gaining knowledge; it’s about connecting directly with experts from Rosatom, leading academics, and professionals deeply involved in the nuclear industry. Their lectures are not just theory – they bring real-life rxamples and practical insights.
One of the most inspiring parts of Obninsk Tech was participating in the HackAtom contest. It was a unique chance to stimulate my creativity and technical skills by brainstorming projects to promote nuclear energy awareness in different countries. This hands-on approach really helps to see how innovation can make a difference beyond the classroom.
But what truly stuck with me was the excursion to Prolog. Seeing how they integrate data from sensors and machinery to monitor and optimize complex systems was fascinating as it is part of my research to optimize the industrial automation in real time.

We invite you to make your contribution to the development of the nuclear industry!

The Youth Council for the Development of «Obninsk TECH» invites talented representatives from different countries to contribute to the establishment of an educational cluster of nuclear knowledge, to help create an environment for the development of engineering and scientific competencies that meets the demands of the young generation.

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Youth

Universities

  • National Research Nuclear University MEPhI
  • Obninsk Institute for Nuclear Power Engineering (OINPE)
  • Saint Petersburg Electrotechnical University "LETI"

Enterprises

  • Rosatom State Corporation
  • Rosatom Technical Academy
  • "Scientific Research And Design Institute Of Assembly Technology - Atomstroy" Obninsk Engineering Center
  • L.Y. Karpov Scientific Research Institute of Physics and Chemistry
  • State Scientific Centre of the Russian Federation – Leypunsky Institute for Physics and Power Engineering, Joint-Stock Company
  • A.F. Tsyb Medical Radiological Research Center - a branch of the Federal State Budgetary Institution "NMIC of Radiology" of the Ministry of Health of the Russian Federation.
  • Prologue LLC
  • All-Russian Scientific Research Institute of Radiology and Agroecology of the Kurchatov Institute National Research Center