Presentation of "Azerbaijani Language (Military-Political and Diplomatic Fields)" textbook held at YSU Faculty of Oriental Studies The Faculty of Oriental Studies at Yerevan State University hosted the presentation of the new textbook "Azerbaijani Language (Military-Political and Diplomatic Fields)". The book's author, Ashot Movsisyan—a former lecturer at the Chair of Turkology and an expert in Azerbaijani studies—developed the textbook for students of oriental studies, as well as for professionals in military and diplomatic educational institutions and research centers who study or work with the Azerbaijani language.
Modern approaches to genocide prevention in international context: Conference held at YSU An international conference titled "Genocide: Memory, Recognition, Prevention" was held at YSU, aimed at developing innovative strategies to counter genocide and mass atrocities. The scientific event was organized at the initiative of the YSU Institute for Armenian Studies (IAS) and the Center for Human Rights and Genocide Studies NGO.
Memorandum of cooperation aimed at promoting academic exchanges The Georgia branch of the Max Weber Foundation and Yerevan State University have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening scientific collaboration and creating new opportunities for academic exchange. To this end, the parties have signed a memorandum of cooperation that will lay the foundation for future projects and long-term initiatives.
YSU PhD student's research on identifying aptamers targeting African swine fever virus The African swine fever virus (ASFV) kills millions of pigs worldwide and poses a serious threat to livestock farming and the economy. PhD student Hovhannes Igityan from the YSU Faculty of Biology highlights this issue, emphasizing that his research focuses on identifying specific aptamers—artificial DNA sequences—with antiviral properties.
YSU and Supreme Judicial Council sign memorandum of cooperation Rector of YSU Hovhannes Hovhannisyan, Chairman of the Supreme Judicial Council Artur Atabekyan, and Dean of the Faculty of Law Harutyun Khachikyan have signed a memorandum of cooperation aimed at strengthening effective, constructive, and continuous cooperation between legal education, research, and practice.
Laboratory of Spectroscopy and Chromatography opens at YSU A new Laboratory of Spectroscopy and Chromatography has opened at the Faculty of Chemistry, Yerevan State University. The laboratory will serve as a hub for both academic and scientific research, facilitating studies aligned with contemporary demands.
Presenting certificate of appreciation as a token of gratitude The YSU Institute of Pharmacy hosted a ceremonial event to honor the long-standing academic and educational contributions of Samvel Vardapetyan, PhD in Chemistry, Associate Professor at the Chair of Pharmaceutical Chemistry and Pharmacognosy.
New teaching laboratories open at YSU Faculty of Biology New conditions and opportunities have been created for university members with the opening of three new teaching laboratories at the YSU Faculty of Biology. These facilities will allow knowledge to be applied in a contemporary practical setting, giving students the chance to put their learning into practice and develop their skills in a real research environment.
Challenges, discoveries, and professional development: Kiri Manookin delivers lectures at YSU Within the framework of the English Language Fellow Program, Kiri Manookin conducted professional development training for English teachers in Armenia and also taught English at Yerevan State University. She was among the U.S. citizens selected to teach English under the program during the 2022–2023 and 2023–2024 academic years. Their cohort was one of the first to work in the post-pandemic period, when all local fellowship programs had been temporarily suspended.
Representatives of DVV International hosted at YSU Continuing Education Center As part of a study visit, the YSU Continuing Education Center hosted representatives from the Tunisia and Algeria offices of the German organization DVV International (the Institute for International Cooperation of the German Adult Education Association), as well as from its partner institutions. The main purpose of the visit was to become acquainted with the work carried out by the Continuing Education Center, its achievements in the field of adult education, and the experience of cooperation with the DVV International office in Armenia.
