Sberfest, scheduled for December 1–3 at Sirius II, will unfold with Sber as a partner of the Young Scientists Congress. The bank’s experts are lined up as speakers for the business program, and attendees will gain exposure to Sber’s latest strides in education, healthcare, and artificial intelligence. This collaboration highlights Sber’s interest in connecting financial technology with scientific advancement and practical applications for society.
At the Sber booth, visitors will explore a range of smart devices from the company and get acquainted with its digital cloud platform. The Edutoria education market will feature courses, and there will be an interactive experience titled “Who are you in science?” designed to spark curiosity and showcase personal growth in research paths.
MISIS students will showcase the Robot Cat project, developed in collaboration with Khoroshkola and ITMO, under the auspices of the Sber Robotics Center. Sberbank indicates that December 1 will also feature the Dialogues on Science and Life session, emphasizing dialogue between scientists and the broader public.
On December 2, Sber will host a robotics-focused panel. Industry experts will discuss strategies for uniting leading institutes and research centers across Russia to position the nation as a frontrunner in robotics developments and innovation ecosystems.
Additional sessions on artificial intelligence will feature Sber specialists sharing insights and latest progress in the field, reflecting the company’s commitment to translating AI research into real-world solutions.
Albert Efimov noted that although the congress is only in its second year, it has already become a catalyst for the growth of young researchers. The event is presented as a space where early-career scientists can exchange ideas and seek mentorship on an equal footing with established academics and scholars.
Efimov emphasized that Sber serves as a bridge between scientific ideas and practical implementation, helping to move research from the lab into marketable applications. The company sees value in engaging ambitious young researchers and providing pathways to bring their work from concept to commercial opportunity.
According to Efimov, Sber is ready to facilitate connections that advance scientific exploration into tangible products and business ventures, reinforcing the role of industry partnerships in turning research into impact.