A student from the Institute of Informatics and Cybernetics took part in the XII International Scientific Conference “Laser and Plasma Research and Technologies – LaPlaz-2026,” held in Moscow from February 2 to 6, 2026. The event was organized by the Institute of Laser and Plasma Technologies at the National Research Nuclear University “MEPhI.”
Nikita Polevoy, a third-year undergraduate student, delivered a presentation titled “Spectroscopy Using a Bandpass Optical Filter” during the session “Current Challenges in Measurement Systems and Quantum Metrology.”
The research was conducted under the academic supervision of Dmitry Nesterenko, Doctor of Physical and Mathematical Sciences and Professor at the Department of Cyberphotonics.
“This was my first time presenting at such a high-level international forum!” said Nikita. “It was especially inspiring to listen to colleagues from across the country—they are not only deeply passionate about their work but also communicate their findings with remarkable clarity. This kind of intellectual exchange is incredibly motivating. I’m very grateful to the university for giving me the opportunity to meet outstanding professionals, gain experience at an international conference, and discuss cutting-edge topics with experts in the field.”
During the conference, Nikita also attended the seminar “Physics of Matter in Extreme States at the ELF Experimental Laser-Physical Complex.” Participants were given a tour of the facility itself. “The scale of the ELF complex is truly impressive—not just in size, but in the fact that it provides experimental validation for theoretical models developed by physicists,” he noted. “This is the result of large-scale, coordinated effort by a team of scientists and engineers. We had the chance to ask questions directly to the leading specialists who helped design and build this unique installation.”
In addition to his academic engagements, Nikita explored Moscow, visiting the Kolomenskoye Museum-Reserve and the Exhibition of Achievements of National Economy (VDNKh).
The conference proceedings will be published in a peer-reviewed collection, which will include Nikita’s paper—marking another contribution from a young researcher at Samara National Research University.
Text and photo by Nikita Polevoy
