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Human Capital Multidisciplinary Research Center has published the 39^th issue of the research digest. It presents the findings of a study aimed at identifying challenges faced by scientists due to the emergence and widespread adoption of artificial intelligence (AI). The research is carried out as a part of the project " Human Capital Development of the Russian Research Community in the Context of Digitalization of Research Activity and Increasingly Complex Sociocultural Dynamics".

A unique approach to measuring human well-being has been developed at HSE University, opening up new opportunities for international collaboration. Russia and China, both of which have significantly reduced poverty in recent years, demonstrate a unique potential for joint efforts in this area. At an international forum in Kazan titled ‘SPROUTS: Russia and China–Mutually Beneficial Cooperation,’ HSE University representatives, including Vice Rector and initiator of the Human Capital Multidisciplinary Research Centre Lilia Ovcharova, and Deputy Vice Rector Maria Nagernyak, emphasised the importance of integrating the efforts of the two countries.

The "Center for Interdisciplinary Research of Human Potential" at NCMU, the MP Sociology of the Public Sphere and Digital Analytics, and the ML Social Integration Research hosted guests on November 8. The interested audience was shown the short documentary film "4:30" (directed by V. Ovchinnikov) as part of the International Film Festival about the lives of people with disabilities "Cinema without Barriers" organized by the "Perspektiva." The film touched on topics of inclusive culture of Russian society and the lives of people of the "silver age".

The importance of creative industries in driving economic development is undeniable today. Russian and foreign researchers came together at HSE University for the IIV International Academic Conference 'Creative Economy: Main Development Trends and State Policy' to discuss the factors and specific aspects shaping this field.

Artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies, 3D modeling, VR/AR/MR, etc. can increase student engagement and improve learning. The global digital educational content market is expected to reach $180 billion in 2033 ($60 billion in 2023). A new era of educational technologies is in the spotlight of the new issue of trendletters, produced as part of a joint project of the Human Capital Multidisciplinary Research Center and the UNESCO Futures Studies Chair (UNESCO Futures Literacy Chairs network).

Health care is becoming an integral part of modern life, contributing to both personal well-being and the sustainable development of society. The wellness economy is expected to reach $7 trillion in 2025 ($4.4 trillion in 2020). Changing the approach to well—being and productivity is in the spotlight of the new issue of trendletters, produced as part of a joint project of the Human Capital Multidisciplinary Research Center and the UNESCO Futures Studies Chair (UNESCO Futures Literacy Chairs network).

The popularization of conscious consumption and ecological thinking is transforming the sphere of production and facilitating the emergence of new business models. Recycling and secondary use of things and materials are becoming increasingly widespread. Eco-agenda and transformation of consumption culture are in the spotlight of the new issue of trendletters, produced as part of a joint project of the Human Capital Multidisciplinary Research Center and the UNESCO Futures Studies Chair (UNESCO Futures Literacy Chairs network).

A person who was previously a passive recipient of medical services can become an active participant in their treatment, making informed decisions and sharing responsibility with their doctor. By giving informed consent to care, the patient can understand the possibilities and risks involved. This increases their personal interest in following the doctor's recommendations, and it also increases the effectiveness of the therapy. The shift towards this new model of medical care is in the spotlight of the new issue of trendletters, produced as part of a joint project of the Human Capital Multidisciplinary Research Center and the UNESCO Futures Studies Chair (UNESCO Futures Literacy Chairs network).

155 out of 169 tasks that need to be solved to achieve the UN Sustainable Development Goals are directly related to the protection of human rights. Despite the positive changes that have taken place in this area over the past decades, not all steps taken by public and private structures are effective. The development of public control and increasing the responsibility of business in the field of human rights protection — is in the spotlight of the new issue of trendletters, produced as part of a joint project of the Human Capital Multidisciplinary Research Center and the UNESCO Futures Studies Chair (UNESCO Futures Literacy Chairs network).

Following the rapid development of technology, the role of humans in production processes is changing – gradually routine tasks are delegated to artificial intelligence (AI). According to the forecast of the World Economic Forum, by 2025, 50% of workers will be forced to retrain due to the increasing role of new technologies in production activities. The increasing impact of technological innovations on the labor market and the potential risks due to robotization and automation of production are in the spotlight of the new issue of trendletters, produced as part of a joint project of the Human Capital Multidisciplinary Research Center and the UNESCO Futures Studies Chair (UNESCO Futures Literacy Chairs network).