On October 21, a meeting titled “Academic Science and Sustainable Regional Development: From Research to Practical Solutions” was held at the Faculty of Medicine.
Rector Kudayberdi Kozhobekov delivered a presentation on “Education and Science: University 4.0 and Training Specialists to Address Regional Challenges.” He spoke about the university’s transition to the University 4.0 model, the role of science and education in addressing the region’s socio-economic challenges, and the importance of training qualified specialists.
According to the rector, the university is working in cooperation with industrial enterprises, government agencies and international partners. These efforts include developing a dual education system focused on practical training, establishing innovation centres and introducing scientific developments into production. He also emphasized the need for close cooperation among universities, the government and businesses to train highly qualified specialists who meet labour market demands.
The meeting addressed the scientific potential of the southern region, the sustainable use of natural and mineral resources, the conservation of forest ecosystems and biological resources, public health, energy sources and disaster risk monitoring.
A draft resolution was adopted, taking participants’ proposals into account, to identify joint actions for the sustainable development of the region.
The meeting aimed to strengthen cooperation between research institutions and universities, apply scientific achievements in industry and practice, and identify projects that contribute to the development of the southern region.