Uzbek schoolchild participated in the international Arctic expedition

Alina Chembaeva, a student of school No. 246 in Tashkent, represented Uzbekistan in the international Arctic expedition "Icebreaker of Knowledge," held in August of this year. This was reported by Uzdaily publication.

The "Ice of Knowledge" project is aimed at popularizing natural sciences and nuclear technologies, supporting talented youth, developing their abilities, and guiding them towards career choices.

Over six seasons of the project, more than 400 gifted schoolchildren participated in Rosatom's Arctic expeditions.

The expedition was also a unique project in terms of education. On the icebreaker, schoolchildren not only listened to lectures by leading specialists in nuclear physics, composite materials, and ecology, but also familiarized themselves with the activities of the nuclear fleet.

"Our daily schedule was as follows: breakfast, 3-4 lectures, lunch, 3-4 more lectures, dinner, and the evening program. But what amazed me most was the proximity of the specialists to us. They were always ready to talk with us at all events.

It was possible to approach him at any moment and ask any question. For example, when we reached the glaciers, I saw that the ice was beautiful, saturated blue. At first, I thought it was transparent. "Then I went to the water scientist, and when I asked him 'Why is the ice blue?' he explained it in detail," said Alina Chembaeva.

In such an educational environment, direct communication of students with world-class scientists and engineers is an invaluable experience for the future of young people.

Cultural exchange was carried out in the form of full-fledged live communication. Alina paid special attention to introducing her homeland. During informal conversations with participants from various countries, he spoke about Samarkand and Bukhara and invited them to visit Uzbekistan.

For those who want to participate in the project, Alina gives the following advice:

"Don't be afraid to apply to participate in such projects. If they refuse, you will lose nothing. Put all your effort into it, because such an opportunity is given only once in a lifetime. If you miss it and don't make enough effort, you may later deeply regret not doing everything you could. Everything is in your hands," said Alina.

Uzbekistan participated in the Arctic expedition "Ice of Knowledge" for the first time in 2024. In the same year, Shahzoda Yakubova, a graduate of the Tashkent branch of MEPhI, went on a trip and participated in the project as an expert and promoter of science. Participation in such international projects for young people not only strengthens international cooperation in the field of science and education, but also encourages their interest in science, innovation, and integration into the global educational environment.