Mikhail Mishustin presented Government prizes in the field of education

The award of the Government of the Russian Federation in the field of education was traditionally presented on the eve of Teacher's Day. In 2025, 23 representatives of seven copyright collectives became laureates.

Among them are employees of the Department of Fundamental Neurosurgery of the Pirogov University Medical Institute: Head of the Department Vladimir Krylov and Associate Professor Natalia Polunina.

The specialists were awarded the prize for a series of author's educational and methodological programs "Development and implementation of effective methods of teaching innovative technologies in emergency neurosurgery", which includes methods of training specialists at various levels and allows them to master specific practical skills. 

As Mikhail Mishustin, Chairman of the Government of the Russian Federation, noted in his speech, such works have not only scientific value, but also high practical significance, making a significant contribution to the development of Russian education.

"Our ceremony is a recognition of the merits of professionals in the field of education, the serious work of the author's teams. Seven significant studies have been awarded prizes. Our schoolchildren and students will learn from them,"Mikhail Mishustin emphasized.

The work of Pirogov University staff is a clear example of how pedagogical science and practical medicine go hand in hand, contributing to the technological and personnel sovereignty of the country.

Congratulations to Vladimir Krylov and Natalia Polunina on their well-deserved award! We wish you new professional achievements for the benefit of Russian science and medicine!