Lomonosov Moscow State University (MSU) is the leading University in Russia. MSU has a history of fundamental education dating back to the middle of the 18th century. More than 40 000 undergraduates and about 7 000 postgraduates study at MSU and have a choice of 29 faculties and 450 departments for study. More than 4 000 professors and lecturers, and about 5 000 researchers, work for MSU’s faculties and research institutes.

The Faculty of Computational Mathematics and Cybernetics (CMC) at MSU is a leading Russian educational center specializing in the fields of applied mathematics, informatics and computer science. CMC was established in 1970. World-renowned mathematicians Lev Pontryagin and Andrei Tikhonov worked at CMC. CMC has internationally recognized scientific schools in various fields of applied mathematics (ill-posed problems, mathematical physics, game theory, control theory, optimization theory and system analysis), informatics (cybernetics, mathematical logics and operations research) and computer science (applied and theoretical programming, architecture of calculations systems and networks).

Accommodation

MSU will provide accommodation for the students in the University Dormitory (MSU, Main Building). Participant will stay in blocks consisting of two single rooms; a bathroom and WC are to be shared by two persons.

Meals

Participants will receive vouchers that can be used to get breakfasts, lunches and dinners in the students’ canteen located in the Main Building of MSU.

Health

Participants are strongly recommended to confirm their medical insurance coverage prior arriving to Russia. Medical help is available on campus for foreigners at their own expense.