YSU PhD student studies press development amid global changes Marine Mkrtchyan, a PhD student at the Chair of History, Theory, and Practice of Journalism of the YSU Faculty of Journalism, is one of the winners of the "Research Assistance Program for Young Applicants and PhD Students–2025," announced by the Higher Education and Science Committee of RA MoESCS. Her research aims to uncover the patterns of press development, with a focus on the impact of digital technologies, social media, and evolving information consumption practices.
YSU physics students launch research project on autonomous UAV for 3D mapping in enclosed spaces A group of students from the Institute of Physics at Yerevan State University is working on the design of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and the development of an interconnected autonomous system. Their goal is to create a system capable of performing 3D reconstruction, object detection and targeting, and high-precision imaging in enclosed or hard-to-access environments, combining both aerial and ground-based capabilities.
Data, risks, management: YSU PhD student studies features of human–computer interaction in finance Human–computer interaction is currently considered one of the most actively researched areas within technological sciences. Its application across various fields, including finance, has the potential to transform approaches to risk management. This topic is being explored by Arega Prazyan, a PhD student at the Faculty of Economics and Management, Yerevan State University. Driven by a deep interest in financial risk analysis, she has chosen to explore how human–computer interaction can be applied to organizational financial risk management processes.
BioExpo-2025: Science, education, and innovation on one platform For the fifth consecutive year, BioExpo, initiated by the Faculty of Biology at Yerevan State University, has been held, establishing itself as a traditional platform that unites education, science, and the business sector. The main objective of the exhibition is to present the faculty's educational and research programs, the professional development opportunities available to students and graduates, as well as to provide essential information about current trends in the biological sciences and the demands of the labor market.
Meteorology Laboratory opens at YSU in cooperation with Armenian Ministry of Environment The opening ceremony of the Meteorology Laboratory took place at the Faculty of Geography and Geology, Yerevan State University. Equipped with modern instruments and technologies, the laboratory will serve as both a research and educational center, providing students with the opportunity to access and analyze a range of data obtained from the on-campus meteorological station.
YSU rector hosts Egyptian Ambassador Amal Afifi to discuss new prospects for academic cooperation During the meeting between YSU Rector Hovhannes Hovhannisyan and the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Arab Republic of Egypt to the Republic of Armenia, Amal Afifi, a number of issues related to education and science were discussed. Referring to both the historical ties and current interactions between Armenia and Egypt, they touched upon opportunities to further expand their collaboration.
Generative AI as a pathway to instructional design The Sarkis and Marie Izmirlian Library at Yerevan State University hosted the presentation and discussion of the book "Designing Instruction with Generative AI". Drawing upon extensive research, professional experience, and strategic insights, the book serves as a valuable guide for both novice and experienced educators, as well as for students, showing how artificial intelligence can support course design and enhance the effectiveness of teaching.
Health resort and adventure tourism: New prospects for tourism development in Lori Province Lori, with its unique and rich natural landscapes and diverse historical and cultural monuments, is considered one of the most beautiful regions of Armenia. The province also holds significant potential for the development of health resort and rehabilitation tourism, as well as adventure tourism. On this topic, Marine Gevorgyan, Associate Professor at the Chair of Armenian History, YSU Faculty of History, has conducted research and published a scholarly article.
The trailblazer in Armenian studies: International conference "Abegyan Readings" held at YSU An international conference titled "Abegyan Readings" was held at the YSU Faculty of Armenian Philology at the initiative of the Chair of the Armenian Language History and General Linguistics. The event was dedicated to the 160th anniversary of the birth of prominent Armenian scholar and academician Manuk Abegyan.
