Congratulatory addresses were delivered by:
— V.G. Peshekhonov, Academician of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Head of the Joint Scientific Council for Applied Sciences and Technological Development of Industry. He expressed deep gratitude to the staff of the Institute for many years of fruitful cooperation and significant contribution to solving the most important scientific and technical tasks. — I.G. Goryacheva, Academician, Chairman of the Russian National Committee for Theoretical and Applied Mechanics. In her speech, she noted the high level of scientific research conducted at the Institute and its importance for fundamental science.
— E.I. Kraus, Acting Director of ITAM SB RAS. He stressed the importance of maintaining and developing established scientific ties, as well as the prospects for joint initiatives.
— A.N. Streltsov, Vice-rector of the A.I. Herzen Russian State Pedagogical University. He warmly congratulated the staff of the Institute, noting its contribution to scientific and educational activities and the training of qualified personnel. An important part of the program was a speech by V. A. Polyansky, Acting Director of IPMash RAS with a report «IPMash RAS and current problems of mechanics». In his speech, Vladimir Anatolyevich highlighted the main stages of the Institute's formation and development, as well as presented the key achievements of recent years. A. L. Fradkov, Chief Researcher and Head of the Complex Systems Management Laboratory, shared his personal view on the path in science. He presented the report «My history at IPMash RAS».

We would like to express our gratitude and deep appreciation to our colleagues for congratulating us on the 40th anniversary of the Institute and wishing us success in our future activities!