Maximilian Kalyuzhnov

Demonstrated communication and problem-solving abilities, supported by multilingual skills. Accomplished pianist, organist, and music instructor specializing in music's relationship with medicine and neuroscience. Member of the UK Youth Parliament for Reading, focusing on youth advocacy and community involvement.

• Member of the UK Youth Parliament Reading Youth Council The Berkshire Organist Association Organ Club Reading - Düsseldorf Association ( voluntary association that promotes the friendship between Reading in the UK and Düsseldorf in Germany)

Kalyuzhnov, M., Khlystova, O., & Laker, B. (2024). Improvisation versus protocol: navigating the benefits and pitfalls of leadership jazz in healthcare settings. British Medical Journal (BMJ) leader, leader-2024. DOI: 10.1136/leader-2024-001016

Volunteer – Cambridge Lectures in Neurosurgical Anatomy (20th Anniversary Edition)
University of Cambridge, June 2025

• Assisted in the organisation and delivery of a major international neurosurgical conference, attended by leading surgeons and academics.
• Gained exposure to cutting-edge topics including prenatal surgery, bypass techniques, and the integration of anatomy, surgical planning, and physics in neurosurgical practice.
• Collaborated with a multidisciplinary volunteer team, developing teamwork and communication skills in a high-level academic environment.
• Networked with neurosurgeons and researchers, gaining valuable insights into medical education and future career pathways
  

Intern at the Centre for Integrative Neuroscience and Neurodynamics, 06/2024 - 06/2024
University of Reading - Reading, Berkshire

• Established effective relationships with research participants and collaborators at Centre for Integrative Neuroscience and Neurodynamics.
• Managed deadlines to ensure timely delivery of research tasks and projects.
• Produced and updated digital content for social media, enhancing Centre's online presence.
• Presented findings from data analysis tasks clearly to non-technical colleagues.
• Adapted to new situations and learned new skills quickly.

Intern, United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE), Geneva 06/2024 - 07/2024

• Provided logistical and organisational support for successful hybrid delivery of International Seminar/Training on Creative Industries.
• Assisted UNECE team in finalising findings from Kyrgyzstan seminar for upcoming Florence roundtable in July 2025.
• Produced analytical contributions that received recognition from senior staff for clarity and quality.
• Delivered Russian–English translations of key documents, improving accessibility across official UN languages.
• Adapted to fast-paced international environment, demonstrating professionalism and effective cross-cultural collaboration.

Contributor, UNECE Committee on Innovation, Competitiveness, and Public-Private Partnerships
United Nations Economic Commission for Europe, Geneva, Switzerland June, 2023

• Contributed to the 16th session of the UNECE Committee on Innovation, Competitiveness, and Public-
  Private Partnerships.
• Played a pivotal role in shaping the report with analysis of complex data and provision of crucial
  insights.
• Translated complex data into easily understandable information, making the report comprehensive and compelling.
• Demonstrated exceptional diligence and dedication ensuring the successful completion of the work.
• Recognized by the UNECE for contribution and commitment to the success of the session.

Volunteer & Team Contributor, Yeditepe University, Istanbul, Turkey April, 2023 - 2025

• Supported the International Applied Challenge module for Henley Business School, UK.
• Stepped into a team lacking sufficient members, ensuring the project's successful implementation
  and completion.
• Played a pivotal role in the team's victory in the International Applied Challenge competition.
• Became an integral member of Yeditepe University's volunteering team dedicated to initiatives for Henley Business School, UK.

Waiter and IT helper, Tutu's Ethiopian Table Restaurant - Reading , Berkshire 03/2021 - 11/2021

• Enhanced service experience by assisting customers with menu selections and recommendations.
• Facilitated seamless front of house operations through effective communication with kitchen and bar staff.
• Processed cash and card payments promptly, significantly reducing customer wait times.
• Updated website content to reflect new menu items and operational hours during holidays.
• Optimised website design for responsiveness, correcting broken links and improving user functionality.

Volunteer, Pembroke Care - Reading , Berkshire. 09/2014 - 03/2020

• Assisted residents with daily activities, including physical exercises and arts and crafts.
• Fostered a supportive environment for individuals facing dementia and physical impairments.
• Cultivated patience and attention to detail to ensure residents felt valued.
• Gained valuable insights from residents' unique stories and experiences.
  
  
  

2 weeks The Young Doctor Summer Experience : Medicine , 07/2025 - 08/2025

Investin - London, UK - completion

• Completed a two-week immersive medical career programme, led by experienced doctors and healthcare professionals.
• Gained practical exposure to core clinical skills, including suturing, CPR, and patient consultation role-play, simulating real-world medical practice.
• Explored a wide range of specialties (e.g. neurosurgery, cardiology, general practice), developing a broad insight into medical career pathways.
• Participated in MMI-style interview practice, ethical debates, and case discussions, enhancing communication, critical reasoning, and professionalism.
• Earned a Level 3 Award in Work Experience and Career Planning, accredited with UCAS points and accompanied by a professional reference.
• Collaborated with a diverse cohort of aspiring medical students from the UK and abroad, building teamwork, networking, and cross-cultural communication skills.

2018-2023: Academic Scholarship (Music)- Awarded by St Joseph's College, Reading, UK

Academic scholarships are awarded annually to those who excel academically. The award entitles the

holder to £100 towards the cost of attending museums, exhibitions, events and lectures. All

academic scholars are members of the Scholars' Society. This society promotes scholarship within

the College, helping to create a culture that values intellectual curiosity beyond the classroom.

Activities are organised throughout the academic year for pupils to explore their interests and

broaden their experiences.

2018-2021: Headmaster's Scholarship Award - Awarded by St Joseph's College, Reading, UK

The Headmaster's Scholarship Award recognises and rewards depth and breadth of independent study, and showcases what the pupils can achieve if they allowed to study a subject of their own choice, without set parameters.

Topic of entries: ”Music and Brain” and “Youth meets the Yellow Leaf” (2018/2019)

“Kamazhai-Energy through the Centuries: The Music Theory Behind Energy Pillars”(2019-2020)

“Evolution of global responsibility on air pollution, public health and citizenship” (2020-2021)

2025: British Physics Olympiad: Online Intermediate Physics Challenge. Silver Award.

2024: First Aid Custom Training Certificate "Emergency First Aid at Work".

• Skills: First Aid · Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

2023, 2024, 2025: Prize for Commitment - Awarded by St Joseph's College, Reading, UK

Outstanding achievements and effort recognised at Prize Giving

2023: CREST Bronze Award - Awarded by St Joseph's College, Reading, UK

Topic of the project: “Which Crisps are crispiest?”

Bronze Awards introduce students to project work empowering them to work like real scientists,

technologists, engineers or mathematicians. Students choose their own topic and methodologies,

giving them complete freedom over their work.

2023: 4th place London South Region: F1 in Schools. UK Regional Finals 2022-2023

Act as Team Leader

2023: Bronze Duke of Edinburgh's Award

- Successfully completed a programme encompassing volunteering (teaching reception children to

music), physical activities (swimming programme), life skills (mastered playing organ during

Catholic masses), and an expedition.

2022: Silver Certificate, Junior Mathematical Challenge

- Recognized for exemplary mathematical problem-solving skills in a national competition organized

by the UK Mathematics Trust.

2018-2020: Woodley Festival of Music and Arts – Piano Category

- Award of the 1st place and Certificate of Distinction for Baroque Solo- 12 & under, 2020

- Highly commended Certificate, 2019

- Certificate of Distinction for Piano Solo- 10 & under, 2019

- Award of the 1st place and Certificate of Distinction for Piano Solo, Grade 3, 2018

The Woodley Festival of Music and Arts has been a distinguished event for over half a century,

dedicated to inspiring individuals to delve into the realm of Performing Arts.

2021: Certificate “Future Doctor Programme” - Awarded by InvestIN, UK.

InvestIN is a London based organisation that provides students aged 12-18 with an immersive

experience of their dream career, offering programmes in London, Manchester and Dubai. More than

45,000 students from over 100 countries have attended our programmes.The certificate serves as a testament to the student's proactive approach to exploring the medical profession, and their

commitment to understanding the field more deeply before embarking on a related educational or

career path.

2017: STABILO Young Journalist of the Year

- STABILO International GmbH

• Music
• Reading
• Traveling
• Cycling
• Swimming
• Neuroscience ( Special focus on exploring the relationship between music and the brain, understanding how music influences cognitive processes, emotions, and neural pathways).

Miss Madison Bath
Teacher of Biology
St Joseph's College
Upper Redlands Road
Reading
RG1 5JT, UK
E-mail: Madison.Bath@sjcr.org.uk

Mr Christopher Athey
Economic Affairs Officer
Secretary to the SPECA Working Group on Innovation and Technology for Sustainable Development
Innovative Policies Development Section
United Nations Economic Commission for Europe
Palais des Nations
8-14 avenue de la Paix
CH - 1211 Geneva 10, Switzerland
Email: christopher.athey@un.org

Mr Brian Grady
Director of Education,
Brighter Futures for Children
Civic Offices, Bridge Street
Reading RG1 2LU, KU
E-mail: Brian.Grady@brighterfuturesforchildren.org