Bolivia, may
Brazil, may
Hungary, may
Indonesia, july
Kazakhstan, june
Myanmar, july
Namibia, july
Russia, september
Rwanda, june
Uzbekistan, may
Namibia
Uzbekistan
Indonesia
Hungary
Correct! The first-ever nuclear power plant began
operating in Obninsk, near Moscow, in 1954.
Close one! The world’s first nuclear power
plant was launched in 1954 in Obninsk, near Moscow.
Exactly! Balalaika is a triangular, three-stringed instrument and a true symbol of Russian folk music.
This instrument is popular too, but Russia’s national symbol is the balalaika – a triangular, three-stringed plucked instrument.
That’s right! Russia is the largest country on Earth, stretching across both Europe and Asia – around 77% in Asia, 23% in Europe.
Almost! Russia is the world’s largest country – it spans
both Europe and Asia. About 77% of its land is in Asia, and 23% in Europe.
Spot on! Akademik Lomonosov is Russia’s floating nuclear power plant in the Arctic, named after the great Russian scientist of the 18th century.
Oops, not quite. The correct answer is Akademik Lomonosov. It’s located in northern Russia and named after the famous 18th-century Russian scientist.
Absolutely right! Russia is the only country
with a nuclear-powered icebreaker fleet.
Not correct. Only one country in the world operates
a nuclear icebreaker fleet which is Russia.
Congratulations! You’ve completed the
Russia & Atomic Energy Quiz.
Ready to take on
Global HackAtom 2025?
Student teams of 3–5 people who won their country’s national HackAtom round in 2025.
At a top-rated hotel in Moscow, walking distance from the World Atomic Week venue (single room).
Yes – required for Rwanda, Namibia, Indonesia, Myanmar, and Hungary. We can send you an official invitation if required. No visa needed for Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Bolivia, or Brazil. Please double-check before traveling.
You should contact the Russian embassy in your country of residence.
We’re working on it! Details will be posted on the site.
A fully sponsored trip to Russia, official merchandise, and exclusive awards for the winners.
English and Russian are the event's official language
Reach out to your team mentor or send us a message using the form below.
Plane tickets will be sent by September 1, 2025.
The expenses for flights, transfers, meals, accommodation, medical insurance, and participation in the cultural and educational program for the winners of the national stages of Global HackAtom 2025 are covered by the host party. Visa expenses are covered by the sending party or by the participants themselves.
$150 - $300 for souvenirs or personal expenses. Bring cash — your card may not work in Russia.
After registering, you’ll get a confirmation email with your mentor’s contact info. They’ll keep you in the loop.
You can also contact
us at
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