The All-Russian Research Institute for Civil Defence and Emergency Situations of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of Russia (VNII GOChS) is a federal research institution and state scientific centre focused on public safety and emergency preparedness. Its work covers risk assessment and disaster prevention, civil defence, development of Russia’s emergency-response system, protective measures, and monitoring and forecasting emergencies. The institute also develops technical equipment and technologies, conducts research and testing, and provides expertise, certification and documentation services. Its research centres and accredited testing facilities support the evaluation of rescue equipment and other safety solutions.

VNII GOChS shares expertise through scientific journals, publications, reports, public guidance, exhibitions and conferences, and contributes to standardisation and international cooperation. Its educational activities include distance learning, postgraduate and adjunct programmes, and professional training in civil defence, emergency monitoring and forecasting, and related fields. The institute also offers additional professional development programmes and maintains resources for specialists and the public, including safety recommendations, methodological materials and civil-defence guides.