The Clusters

The Skolkovo project is split into five research clusters: IT, Energy, Nuclear, Biomedicine, and Space.

Information Technologies

This cluster endeavors towards developments and breakthroughs in computer hardware and software, striving for the eventual commercialization of innovations.
 

Energy Efficient Technologies

Residents of this cluster seek to find and market solutions for decreased energy consumption in industry, housing and municipal infrastructure projects.

 

Nuclear Technologies

The development of nuclear technology is essential to maintaining the defense capability of the country as well as enhancing the competitiveness of nuclear power markets. The accent here is on breakthrough technologies and products to stimulate the marketplace.

 

Biomedical Technologies

Startup companies attached to this cluster in particular have already made their presence felt in world markets. The best practices of leading biotech and biomedical research centers have been studied at length to provide a productive research environment.

 

Space Technologies and Telecommunications

The space and communications cluster is intended to strengthen Russia’s leading position in the associated industries. Innovations in this field will allow Russian companies to increase their share of a reported $300 billion market.