Nikita Anisimov

Nikita Anisimov holds a Diploma in Mathematics from Lomonosov Moscow State University. Prior to his appointment as the Rector of HSE University, Mr Anisimov served as the Rector of Far Eastern Federal University (from 2016 to 2021).

In 2001, Mr Anisimov defended his thesis for the degree of Candidate of Physical and Mathematical Sciences (PhD). Mr. Anisimov has vast experience in the field of science and education. He worked in various positions at Lomonosov Moscow State University, where he rose from a leading specialist to Vice Rector. He served as Vice Rector for Academic Affairs, First Vice Rector, and Acting Rector at the University of Mechanical Engineering (Moscow). Mr Anisimov has also worked as Executive Secretary of the Russian Council of School Olympiads. He holds an honorary doctorate in natural sciences from Tokai University.