Breakthrough in medicine: the first textbook on teratology has been published in Nizhny Novgorod

      Nizhny Novgorod State University has established itself as one of the leading scientific and educational centers in the country by completing work on the first textbook on congenital malformations in Russia. The publication, prepared by university specialists, represents a fundamental work that translates the study of natural anomalies from the realm of myths and stigmatization into the domain of deep fundamental research.

      The development of high-tech medicine in the region encompasses not only the educational sphere but also the creation of advanced systems for detecting dangerous diseases: it should be noted that it was previously reported that ==a safe method for diagnosing cancer will begin to be developed in Nizhny Novgorod==. Just as scientists from the Russian Academy of Sciences and medical professionals from the Regional Medical Center are joining forces to create non-invasive systems based on terahertz spectroscopy, the release of the first guide on congenital malformations in the country in 2026 serves to strengthen the scientific foundation of the region. In both scenarios—whether it is the search for new ways to combat oncology or the training of specialists in medical genetics—Nizhny Novgorod science demonstrates leadership in implementing innovative approaches in practical healthcare.

      The author of this landmark monograph is Maria Vedunova, the director of the Institute of Biology and Biomedicine at NNGU, and a professor. The book thoroughly examines the causes of congenital deviations and modern strategies for prenatal protection of the fetus, which is critical for ensuring the birth of healthy children. It is expected that this year the university will produce the first certified specialists in the field of medical genetics who will be trained under this unique program.

      It is worth noting that this is far from Nizhny Novgorod's first experience in creating pioneering educational materials: earlier, the region released the first guide on cyberpsychology in Russia, and local scientists were the first to digitize the sense of taste. The new work on teratology continues a series of innovative publications, confirming the high level of competencies of Nizhny Novgorod researchers in the most complex interdisciplinary fields of knowledge.