The Year Disaster Struck

The Year Disaster Struck

February 24, 2022, marked the beginning of a catastrophe for Russian science and higher education. Dmitry Dubrovsky   Photo: The most resounding trends of 2022 will only continue as long as the war rages on. Photo by 愚木混株 cdd20 on Unsplash.    How 2022 Started At...
The Conservative Swing and Gender Studies in Russia

The Conservative Swing and Gender Studies in Russia

Working in the field is becoming even more difficult. Anna Temkina   Photo: Gender studies are increasingly perceived as a threat to tradition and security. Photo by Tim Mossholder, Unsplash   Gender Studies in Western Academia Gender studies around the...
From “Educated Neighbors” to Strangers

From “Educated Neighbors” to Strangers

How scientific and educational cooperation between Finland and Russia has collapsed since February 24. Gleb Yarovoy   Photo: The war dismantled project consortia, halted cooperation, and, it seems, has become a source of shame for everyone. Author: Jori Samonen, CC BY...
Russia Is Changing Its DNA

Russia Is Changing Its DNA

The new policy of “The Foundations of Russian Sovereignty” against Article 13 of the Constitution of the Russian Federation Dmitry Dubrovsky Photo: Missionaries of the “special Russian way” assert that “highly organized states do not exist without a higher ideology.”...
Mobilized University

Mobilized University

Russian universities have become a place for pro-war propaganda and the persecution of anti-war students and teachers. Dmitry Dubrovsky   Photo: Anti-war-minded teachers are increasingly quitting and even leaving the country. Photo: https://t.me/romasuperromasuper  ...
Self-Censorship, Sabotage, and Colorful Hints

Self-Censorship, Sabotage, and Colorful Hints

How has the work of teachers at Russian universities changed since February 24? Lidiya Yatluk   Illustration: Teachers fear persecution, mobilization, and the prospect of border closures. Many want to psychologically distance themselves from the government....