The Frontiers of Progress conference has transformed our campus into a vibrant hub, uniting government, business, science, and technology leaders. Those two days were packed with big ideas, lively discussions, and tons of inspiration.
Artem Abakumov, Full Professor, Director of the Center for Energy Science and Technology represented the Skoltech on the Frontiers of Progress Conference 2025.
At the The Frontiers of Progress Conference, the Center for Energy Science and Technologies at Skolkovo Institute of Science and Technology (Skoltech) showcased an array of innovative projects aimed at revolutionizing the energy sector. The event highlighted the remarkable contributions of three faculty members, each presenting their research and technological advances.
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Dmitry Titov - Associate Professor
Dmitry Titov presented an innovative “Insulator Condition Diagnostic Device”, a groundbreaking tool designed to enhance the reliability and safety of power transmission systems. This device is expected to significantly improve the maintenance processes of electrical insulators, ensuring that they function optimally throughout their lifespan.
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Mikhail Pugach - Senior Research Scientist
Mikhail Pugach introduced his pioneering research on “Vanadium Redox Flow Batteries System” and “Renewable Storage Systems.” His development in energy storage technologies represents a significant leap towards more sustainable and adaptable energy supply methods, facilitating the integration of renewable sources into the energy mix and improving energy security.
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Oleg Khamisov - Assistant Professor
Assistant Professor Oleg Khamisov captivated attendees with presentations on “Modern Energy Systems,” “Smart Grids,” and “Renewable Energy Systems,” as well as insights into “Real-Time Digital Simulations.” His work focuses on integrating modern technologies into energy systems, enhancing efficiency and sustainability while providing a framework for the adoption of smart grid technologies that empower consumers and reduce energy waste.
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Federico Martin Ibanez – Associate Professor
Federico Ibanez and his team have presented two of his current projects “A power boost for electric vehicle based on supercapacitors” and “Energy hub, the future multi source charger”. Both projects are related to electromobility. The first one improves the power available in the vehicle and it can extend the battery lifetime, the second one creates a fast multi-source EV charger which allows to reduce the impact of fast chargers in the grid by using internal batteries and renewables, PV panels. The EV charger uses a patented design which reduces the cost of this advanced charger.
The conference provided a platform for stimulating discussions on the future of energy technologies, showcasing Skoltech’s commitment to driving innovation and fostering sustainable solutions for global energy challenges. As the world shifts towards cleaner energy infrastructure, the Center for Energy Science and Technologies is poised to be at the forefront of these advancements.
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Alexander Agapov
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Email: a.agapov@skoltech.ru