Science, Technology and Innovation Management and Policy

In a world where technology often advances faster than regulation, professionals who understand both technological systems and policy frameworks are increasingly valuable. Vladimir Makarov, a student in the Master’s Programme in Science, Technology and Innovation Management and Policy at HSE University, is developing exactly this kind of interdisciplinary profile.

In the world of biomedical research, the path from a laboratory discovery to a patient's treatment is often long and complex. It requires more than just scientific excellence; it demands strategic management, an understanding of policy, and the ability to navigate the ecosystem of innovation. This is precisely the gap that Svetlana Pylina, a new student in our Master’s Programme ‘Science, Technology and Innovation Management and Policy’, is preparing to bridge.

A new seminar series, "The Dynamics of Science Diplomacy: Bridging Pragmatism and Idealism," began in the fall of 2025. According to the seminar's coordinators, Irek Suleymanov (HSE University, Russia) and Parsifal Islas -Morales (UNAM, Mexico), these sessions are intended not only to serve as a meeting place for emerging researchers in science diplomacy with authoritative experts in the field, but also as a learning and research laboratory for the vibrant research initiatives of undergraduate and graduate students from around the world.

During the last week of November 2025, Dr. Dirk Meissner, Distinguished Professor and Academic Supervisor of the Master’s Programme “Science, Technology and Innovation Management and Policy”, represented HSE University at two major academic events in China. His visit reinforced the programme’s international presence and highlighted its commitment to advancing international dialogue in science, technology and innovation (STI) management.