Tomsk is the leading Russian educational and scientific center. 29,7 % of the Tomsk Oblast able-bodied population has higher education.
The Oblast is rich in minerals (oil, gas, iron ore and other), timber and water resources. It ranks the 2 nd in Russia in peat resources.
In Tomsk there is the Technology Park (since 1991), business incubators, innovation and technology centers, commercialization offices, research assistance centers and venture funds.
Tomsk SEZ established in 2006. Specializations: nanotechnology, information and communication technology and electronics, biotechnology and medicine.
Tomsk Oblast is a region reputed for its political stability and national tolerance.
