12-Year-Old Ukhta Girl Wins Russia's Top Science Quiz with Robot Prize
A 12-year-old schoolgirl from Ukhta has won first place in a major science competition held across Russia. Yekaterina Mashkova triumphed in the Alumentarno quiz, part of the RUSAL Science Festival 2025, which attracted thousands of young participants.
The Alumentarno competition series took place in eight cities and regions, including Krasnoyarsk, Bratsk and Kamensk-Uralsky. A total of 1,247 students joined the events, while over 6,000 schoolchildren entered the quiz itself.
Yekaterina, a pupil at School No. 20 in Ukhta, stood out among the contestants. Her passion for science is clear—she regularly attends the *Kvantorium* children's technopark and dreams of becoming a surgeon. Biology is her favourite subject, and her curiosity has earned her recognition beyond the classroom. The award ceremony was held at the *Boksit Timana* office, where Yekaterina's family gathered to support her. Her parents, two siblings—Ilya, 14, Irina, 14, and Artyom, 11—cheered as Yury Ivanov, Managing Director of RUSAL's *Boksit Timana*, presented her with a diploma and the grand prize: a smart LOONA robot. Away from competitions, the Mashkov family stays active together. They enjoy road trips and take part in community service, often joining environmental campaigns in their region.
Yekaterina's victory highlights the growing interest in science among young Russians. The Alumentarno quiz, now in its latest edition, continues to engage thousands of students each year. Her success also reflects the support of family and local initiatives like Kvantorium, which encourage hands-on learning.
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