Molecular Mechanisms of Animal and Plant Cell Response to Stress: Academic Discussion at the Department

On November 13, 2025, Associate Professor of the Department of Molecular Biology and Genetics, A.I. Zhusupova, conducted an academic discussion titled “Molecular Mechanisms of Animal and Plant Cell Response to Stress.” The event was held in alignment with UN SDG 2: Zero Hunger.

During the session, participants explored various stress factors—temperature fluctuations, drought, toxins, pathogens, and others—and their impact at the cellular level. Key molecular pathways involved in adaptation and defense responses were highlighted, including stress-response gene activation in plants and critical signaling systems in animals such as MAPK and NF-κB.

Students actively engaged in the discussion by asking questions and sharing their perspectives on modern research aimed at enhancing stress tolerance in biological systems. The event strengthened their understanding of complex molecular processes and encouraged deeper interest in scientific inquiry.

This discussion contributed to the development of research competencies among students and further enhanced the department’s academic and scientific capacity.