Development of scientific and technological innovations in a modern metropolis

The study of the process and state of the social practices of residents of megacities of modern Russia should be continued at the micro-level of interaction of society (individuals and small social groups). As the main method of studying the opinions of participants at the micro level, a semi-structured in-depth interview was chosen, addressed primarily to the residents of the megapolis who consider themselves advanced users of innovations or innovators (quasi-expert interview). This definition is based on the level of proficiency in modern technologies in everyday life. As an auxiliary method, a questionnaire with open questions was used (in case of refusal of an interview due to lack of time, territorial remoteness), formed based on the above-mentioned guide and allowing to get the necessary answers with minimal deviation from the standards of conducting mass surveys.