International Students Testimonials

Rafael Isayev, Azerbaijan

National Research Nuclear University MEPhI (Moscow Engineering Physics Institute)

It is very important to have a goal and to know what you are going to do next

I am a first-year postgraduate student at the Institute of Nuclear Physics and Engineering MEPhI, Department of Physical Problems of Materials Science. Here I finished my master's degree.
My research interests are nuclear industry, nuclear physics, and chemistry. I graduated from Baku State University with a degree in Applied Chemistry. After defending my diploma, I worked at the Institute of Radiation Problems of the Azerbaijan Academy of Sciences and the Azerbaijan Nuclear Center. One day I realize that for a successful career as a research scientist I need to continue my studies and should get master's and postgraduate degrees.

On the first day of my postgraduate studies at MEPhI, teachers told us about their activities and Department opportunities. Literally, on the same day, I chose the field of work and the scientific advisor. Now I research the fuel-element cladding corrosion of nuclear reactors.

I have been studying at MEPhI for the third year already. When I arrived in Moscow, I moved into a student dormitory immediately. We have a gym, ping-pong tables, and a chess club. I am happy with the housing conditions.

There is no conservative approach to science at MEPhI. Teachers welcome new ideas from students. For example, I suggested another corrosion-resistant coating for cladding. We bought the missing parts for installation and found a place for experiment.
It is very important to have a goal and to know what you are going to do next. I have come to Russia to get an education. After that, I will return to my country and use the knowledge there.