Sharing an Inspiring Academic Experience

An open interview recently took place with Aleksandra Khalyasmaa, Director of the UrFU AI Research Centre, Head of the Power Engineering Digital Twins Laboratory at the Institute of Energy, and academic director of the Artificial Intelligence in Power Engineering and Energy for Smart Cities master's programmes.

The discussion, entitled "The Future of Russia's Power Sector: An Expert View of Key Trends," was conducted by Valery Presnyakov, Editor-in-Chief of Energy and Industry of Russia.

The speakers discussed how the sector is becoming more flexible, digital and environmentally sustainable, which technologies are already being adopted and, most importantly, what kinds of professionals the future energy industry needs.

The conversation covered digital twins, AI in energy, challenges facing universities and the role of master's education in preparing a new generation of specialists.

We hope the interview inspires new steps in research and professional development.