Russian scientists developed a technology for automatic assembly of nanoparticles by means of protein molecules, acting like “robots on an assembling line”.

Yesterday an intergovernmental agreement between Russia and Luxembourg came to force. New regulation provides opening of the Russian Centre of Science and Culture in Luxembourg.

Here are some innovations, which were born in the Russian “Northern capital”.

Research fellow from Pulkovo observatory Vadim Bobylev found out that an orange dwarf star Gliese 710 would come very close to our Sun during next 1.5 million years.

One of Russian TV-channels announced the launch of new project – “Academia”, which will consist of public lectures of eminent Russian scientists.

Russian scientists from the Institute of Chemical Biology and Fundamental Medicine developed a molecular biosensor for detecting cancer on its early stages, as well as genetic anomalies of fetus during pregnancy.

Russian government extended the ban on human cloning. Moratorium on human cloning expired in July 2007, but now is introduced again.

Russian engineers currently work on a multipurpose destroyer of a new generation, which will be built using “stealth” technology.

Russian scientists developed an innovative technique for anticorrosion protection of metal goods.

During preparation for building the “Nord Stream” gas pipeline and exploring bottom of the Baltic sea, engineers discovered at least twelve ancient sunken ships.