There will be personnel changes at Innopolis due to the decision of the director of Innopolis University, Iskander Bariev, to leave his position. Dmitry Vandyukov, who has been working on the development of the Innopolis Innovation Center since 2016, will become the new head of the IT university.

Dmitry Vandyukov assumes his new position on December 2, his candidacy was supported by the President of the Republic of Tatarstan, Rustam Minnikhanov. The appointment documents were signed by the founders of Innopolis University, representatives of the Ministry of Digital Development, Communications and Mass Media of the Russian Federation and the Ministry of Land and Property Relations of the Republic of Tatarstan.

At the same time, Dmitry Vandyukov will continue his participation in the development of the city as a deputy of the city council, continuing to work on important initiatives, including those related to digital infrastructure, urban development and international cooperation. 

The issue of appointing a new mayor will be considered at the next meeting of the Council of Deputies of the city of Innopolis.

Dmitry Vandyukov, Mayor of Innopolis

"Innopolis University has an excellent and highly effective team that has already achieved significant results in both scientific and project areas. My main task, in tandem with the rector, is to increase the effectiveness of the university's activities and develop new areas. There is a lot of work ahead with the university team.

I remain a member of the Council of Deputies and will continue to contribute to the development of the city by supporting projects that make Innopolis comfortable, technologically advanced and open to talent.
A strong team has been created in the administration, and I am sure that Innopolis will continue to grow and develop. Thank you to everyone for their trust and support — I'm staying on the project, but in a new role."