Russia and the U.S. are discussing the idea of creating a consortium of universities, said Deputy Prime Minister Vladislav Surkov at a meeting of the Working Group on Innovation of the Russian-American Presidential Commission.
«We discussed the idea — to create a consortium of universities in Russia and the United States on the Pacific Coast» — Quoted Surkov RIA «Novosti».
In addition, he said, members of the working group discussed with the leadership of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology cooperation in the establishment Skolteha. » This is a big, bold project that involves the best forces of America and Russia » — Said Surkov.
The vice-premier, cooperation with the Americans will, in particular, to increase the rating of Russian universities.