Beyond weather forecasting: Gagik Surenyan’s professional journey and life behind predictions What once were childhood fascinations—clouds and thunderstorms—have become the subject of Gagik Surenyan’s professional forecasting. Today, his name is synonymous with reliable forecasts, public trust, and unwavering professionalism. As a child and teenager, he spent countless hours observing the movement of clouds, seeking to understand nature’s language. Now, he not only predicts the weather but also fosters public confidence, proving that passion for one’s work can turn into a way of life.
YSU to host prominent Siegman International School for the first time in Armenia By joint initiative of Yerevan State University, the international organization OPTICA, and the Free University of Brussels, the Siegman International School on Lasers will be held in Yerevan from July 27 to August 2 this year. This event will provide participants with the opportunity to deeply explore the fundamentals of laser physics and the applications of lasers across various fields of science and technology.
Media environment and socio-psychological issues of civic engagement at the center of YSU researchers’ study It is no secret that news not only conveys information but also shapes emotions and behavior. Within the existing media environment, what kind of emotions do social media platforms—particularly Telegram news channels—elicit among citizens? Do they stimulate or suppress public engagement? Within the framework of a scientific study, researchers at Yerevan State University are seeking to uncover the correlations between the emotions induced by Telegram news channels and patterns of civic disengagement.
Legal laboratory opened in administrative building of Prosecutor General's Office Today, the Prosecutor General of the Republic of Armenia, Anna Vardapetyan, and the Rector of Yerevan State University, Hovhannes Hovhannisyan, officially inaugurated YSU Legal Laboratory in the administrative building of the Prosecutor General's Office, marking the occasion with a ceremonial ribbon-cutting.
Discovering the fascinating world of natural sciences: Workshop for schoolchildren at YSU From June 2 to 25, 2025, the Continuing Education Center of Yerevan State University organized the now-traditional "Science is fun! See! Touch! Try!" workshop. The program brought together students from grades 9 to 11, offering them the opportunity not only to deepen their theoretical knowledge but also to apply it in practice through hands-on experiences in the university's laboratories.
University of Opole scholar participates in research on advancing cancer treatment Dr. Agnieszka Rombel-Bryzek, Associate Professor at the Department of Clinical Biochemistry, Institute of Medical Sciences, University of Opole (Poland), has visited YSU Institute of Pharmacy to engage in collaborative research focused on advancing cancer treatment.
Promoting lesser-known tourist destinations and branding cities: Prerequisites for boosting tourism Inbound tourism plays a significant role in the balanced development of Armenia’s provinces. Associate Professor Marine Gevorgyan from Yerevan State University notes that promoting tourism in certain provinces will help address the gaps caused by emigration and unemployment. She emphasizes that Armenia has numerous notable sites that remain off the main tourist routes and require wider promotion, while cities need strategic branding.
20th International Conference of International Society for Scientometrics and Informetrics held at YSU The 20th conference of the International Society for Scientometrics and Informetrics (ISSI) has commenced at Yerevan State University, bringing together scientists, research group leaders, and experts from various countries. The four-day event, featuring numerous scientific discussions, will focus on the latest developments in scientometrics, informetrics, library science, and related fields.
Ecological threats and search for preventive methods at the core of YSU researcher's study During the "Report Conference–2025" held at Yerevan State University, Lusine Hambaryan, PhD in Biology and Associate Professor at the Chair of Ecology and Nature Protection, YSU Faculty of Biology, and recipient of the university's 2023 internal scientific-educational grant, presented her research titled "Assessment of Microplastic Pollution in Various Water Bodies of the Republic of Armenia and Analysis of the Condition of Bioindicator Microalgae Resulting from Its Impact." The study addresses an ecological threat whose consequences may not yet be fully apparent but, according to the researcher, could pose significant risks to biodiversity not only in aquatic environments but across various ecosystems in the future.
YSU bids farewell to 2024–2025 graduates in formal ceremony Yerevan State University held a formal commencement ceremony, marking the beginning of the graduates’ professional journey and a deeper collaboration with the university.
