YSU and United Nations Population Fund sign memorandum of understanding Today, the Rector of Yerevan State University, Hovhannes Hovhannisyan, and the Head of the UNFPA Armenia Office, Lusine Sargsyan, signed a memorandum of understanding to unite the efforts and resources of both organizations in areas of mutual interest.
YSU scientist achieves over 1,300 scientific articles in Scopus Science serves as the driving force behind innovation, with scientists opening new horizons in their respective fields. Through their work, they ensure the continuous progress of technology and the ongoing pursuit of groundbreaking discoveries. One such scientist is Armen Tumasyan, a senior researcher and lecturer at the Institute of Physics, Yerevan State University. He has co-authored over 1300 scientific articles published in the international scientific database Scopus.
Modernizing the content and methodology of education: Innovative solutions in YSU educational system Yerevan State University continues to firmly maintain its leading position among higher education institutions in Armenia, combining the best traditions with educational innovations. Elina Asriyan, the Vice-Rector for Academic Affairs, has shared insights on the university's innovative programs, student-centered approach, and strategic vision.
Mapping scientific potential, intellectual property, and commercialization of knowledge: YSU continues to enhance research outcomes The number of scientific publications by YSU researchers in journals indexed in internationally renowned databases has exceeded 600. Additionally, there has been a significant increase in the number of research contracts and the volume of funding from private companies. With its accomplishments in the international scientific arena, YSU is progressing steadily. One of the central goals of the university’s strategic development plan is the commercialization of intellectual property.
Innovative devices open up opportunities for international-level research The Basic and Pathological Biochemistry Laboratory at Yerevan State University has received a state-of-the-art cellular analyzer and several other advanced devices that will contribute to a deeper investigation of cellular interactions and the effects of medications. These new devices will enable the laboratory to produce scientific results that meet the standards of the international scientific community.
From enhancing educational programs to integrating with the external environment: YSU introduces new strategic plan A new strategic plan for 2025-2030 has been developed at Yerevan State University, emphasizing the need for human resource development, improvement of the management system, and systemic changes in the fields of education and science. In response to modern demands and global challenges, six new strategic goals have been developed. These goals were discussed with Mikayel Hovhannisyan, the university's Vice-Rector for Development and Innovation.
New equipment at YSU: Boosting the quality of scientific research YSU Research Institute of Biology has received new equipment as part of the "Acquisition of Scientific Devices/Equipment" competition, providing new opportunities for students and researchers to conduct scientific research. According to the institute's Director, Karen Trchounian, state-of-the-art equipment has been successfully acquired over the past two years through large grant programs. This achievement will play a crucial role in modernizing the technical infrastructure of the laboratories, significantly enhancing the quality of scientific research.
Study of molecules aimed at advancing pharmaceutical development as well YSU Chemistry Faculty’s asymmetric catalysis research group is progressing. One of the outcomes of three years of fruitful work is the implementation of the research project titled "Asymmetric Organocatalysis On the Base of Azoles: Synthesis and Activity". As part of this project, the research group will synthesize molecules that will facilitate the production of a specific structure of biologically and pharmaceutically active compounds.
Research team to develop superconducting materials by combining artificial intelligence, chemistry, and physics The research team that secured third place in the interdisciplinary projects competition at the Armenian scientific community’s Annual Review Conference 2024 has found a point of convergence for their collaborative study. They have developed a project focused on creating a new type of superconducting material.
Endangerment of languages of Azerbaijan’s national minorities: Study by researchers from Yerevan State University UNESCO's World Atlas of Languages includes over 3,000 endangered (extinct) languages, one of which is Tat. This language is spoken by the Caucasian Persians living in Azerbaijan, who have raised concerns that the younger generation understands Tat but no longer speaks it as their native language. What political factors contribute to the extinction of languages? What are the underlying motivations behind these policies, and what changes do languages undergo before they approach the brink of extinction? The research focus of Artyom Tonoyan, Associate Professor in the Chair of Iranian Studies at YSU Faculty of Oriental Studies, and his research team, lies in Azerbaijan's language policy and its impact on the changes in the country's linguistic landscape.
