The Contribution of KazNU's Faculty of Biology and Biotechnology to SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-Being) through Research and Development

Al-Farabi Kazakh National University's Faculty of Biology and Biotechnology plays a significant role in advancing SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-Being) through cutting-edge research projects funded by the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan.

Key Research Projects Contributing to SDG 3

Innovative Therapeutic Solutions

The faculty is developing next-generation medical technologies, including project AP26102743 "Nanobodies (single-domain antibodies) as new-generation tools for tuberculosis therapy" led by I.T. Smeckenov. This research addresses one of the world's most persistent infectious diseases through innovative biotechnological approaches.

Another critical project, AP14870256 "Development of new nanobodies for effective neutralization and use as specific and sensitive reagents for rapid detection of rabies virus" under the leadership of Academician A.K. Bisenbayev, focuses on combating rabies—a disease with nearly 100% fatality rate if untreated.

Antibiotic Resistance Solutions

Addressing the global challenge of antimicrobial resistance, project AP23487566 "Development of new strategies using endolysin-based therapy against antibiotic-resistant pathogens belonging to the genus Aeromonas" led by A.K. Bisenbayevexplores alternative treatment approaches for drug-resistant infections.

Functional Food and Nutrition

The faculty contributes to nutritional health through projects like AP23487502 "Biotechnology for obtaining synbiotic functional chocolate with therapeutic and preventive effects" (Principal Investigator: A.S. Kistaubayeva) and AP26199175 "Research on stevia breeding lines for creating specialized beverages with improved functional properties" led by S.Sh. Asrandina.

Wound Healing and Regenerative Medicine

Project AP23488697 "Strategy for creating a hydrogel photothermal platform with enhanced antibacterial and regenerative properties for treating infected wounds" under I. Savitskaya's supervision advances innovative approaches to wound care and tissue regeneration.

Neuroscience and Brain Health

The faculty addresses neurological health through projects including AP23486255 "Research on brain neural network functioning and cognitive function mapping in patients with brain tumors" led by A.M. Kustubayeva, and AP19678607"Calcium-dependent mechanisms controlling brain neuron rhythms during hyperexcitation" supervised by S.T. Tuleukkhanov.

Bioactive Compounds from Natural Sources

Project AP14870171 "Creation of new domestic biopreparationsbased on biologically active substances from phototrophic microorganisms" (Principal Investigator: B.K. Zayadan) and AP22685516 "Obtaining pigments from phototrophic microorganisms and studying their immunomodulatory properties and antibacterial activity" led by S. Sandybayevaexplore natural sources for therapeutic compounds.

Research Impact

These projects represent a total investment of approximately 320 million tenge in 2025, demonstrating KazNU's commitment to health-related research. The faculty's work spans fundamental and applied research, addressing critical health challenges from infectious diseases and antimicrobial resistance to nutrition, regenerative medicine, and neurological disorders.

Through these NIOKR (Research and Development) initiatives, the Faculty of Biology and Biotechnology directly contributes to achieving SDG 3 targets, including combating communicable diseases, ensuring access to safe and effective medicines, and supporting research and development of vaccines and treatments for diseases affecting developing countries.

Faculty of Biology and Biotechnology of al-Farabi KazNU

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