Programme

The vision of the future in modern society takes shape at the point where technology and creativity converge. The scientific worldview provides a framework for science fiction writers of various genres, who base their vision of the future on it. Science fiction anticipates new developments and scientific discoveries that can change the world in one way or another, motivates scientists to conduct research and improve technology, and inspires creators to come up with new works. Films, computer games, books, cartoons, and other creative industry products serve as guides to science for the younger generation, bolster the prestige of scientists and engineers as professions, and channel the fears and concerns of society, which means they perform an important social function. What image of the future is taking shape in Russian society at the moment? What products and projects are influencing its formation? What are some of the problems associated with creating Russian science fiction content? Can domestic achievements in science and technology be used as a basis for science fiction content. Narratives, ideas, and heroes in Russian science fiction: who does the audience want to see?

Moderator
Kirill Tokarev, Editor-in-Chief, Anchor, RBC

Kirill Tokarev

Editor-in-Chief, Anchor, RBC

Born on 28 March 1984 in Kimovsk, Tula Oblast.
Graduated from the Department of the Political Science at the National Research University – Higher School of Economics (HSE).
Since 2011 has worked as editor-in-chief and TV presenter for RBC. Among his projects are 'Tokarev.Delo', 'New economics with Kirill Tokarev', 'Companies' news' etc.

Panellists
Marina Abramova, President, Creative Economy
Andrey Bezrukov, President, Technological Sovereignty Exports Association; Professor, Department of Applied International Analysis, MGIMO University
Andrey Zolotarev, Screenwriter; Creative Producer, NMG Studio
Valentin Smolyakov, Executive Director, Association of Communication Agencies of Russia
Vladimir Tabak, General Director, Dialogue ANO
Vadim Titov, Chief Executive Officer, Private institution "Rusatom International Network" (State Atomic Energy Corporation ROSATOM)
Valery Fedorov, General Director, Russian Public Opinion Research Center
Arman Yahin, Founder, Chief Executive Officer, Main Road Post

Marina Abramova

President, Creative Economy

Andrey Bezrukov

President, Technological Sovereignty Exports Association; Professor, Department of Applied International Analysis, MGIMO University

Andrey Bezrukov currently serves as Professor at MGIMO - the preeminent Russian school of Foreign Service. He is also an Advisor to the CEO of “Rosneft” – the largest public oil company in terms of reserves and production.
Among his areas of focus are geopolitics, information security, future studies and international corporate strategy, with particular interest in USA and Eurasia.
Prior to working for “Rosneft” Andrey Bezrukov had a career with Russian government and international consulting companies. He has lived and worked in the USA, Canada and France.
Andrey holds a Master of Public Administration degree from Harvard University’s Kennedy School of Government, an MBA from the Ecole Nationale des Ponts et Chaussees in France, a degree in International Economics from Canada and a degree in History from Tomsk University.
Andrey Bezrukov is an author of books and articles on strategy, international relations and future studies. He is a Member of the Presidium of the Council on Foreign and Defense Policy and an expert of the Valdai Club. He regularly appears on the most watched Russian news programs.

Andrey Zolotarev

Screenwriter; Creative Producer, NMG Studio

Valentin Smolyakov

Executive Director, Association of Communication Agencies of Russia

Vladimir Tabak

General Director, Dialogue ANO

Vadim Titov

Chief Executive Officer, Private institution "Rusatom International Network" (State Atomic Energy Corporation ROSATOM)

Valery Fedorov

General Director, Russian Public Opinion Research Center

Started his career in the Institute of Mass Political Movements at the Russian-American University (1991-93). In 1993 he joined the Center for current policy (CCP) as a researcher and in 2003 became a Director General.
In 2003 Valery Fedorov became a head of Russian Public Opinion Research Center (VCIOM). Mr. Fedorov is the member of VCIOM Board of Directors and also heads Expert Council.
He keeps active scientific and teaching life. In the leading universities of Russia (MGIMO, HSE and etc.) Mr. Fedorov heads VCIOM Departments. He is also the Chief Editor of the "Monitoring. Social and Economic Changes" scientific journal.
In 2008 Valery Fedorov was awarded the Medal of the Order of Merit for Motherland II class.
Since 2012 - Advisor to the First Deputy Head of the Presidential Executive Office.

Arman Yahin

Founder, Chief Executive Officer, Main Road Post