DEPARTMENT OF RESEARCH AND INNOVATION
The purpose of the Research and Innovation Activity Department is to contribute to most efficient use of the scientific and intellectual potential of al-Farabi KazNU, as well as to the complex development of scientific-research and scientific-industrial activities for increase of efficiency of Scientific Research and Development Works’ results and training quality, organization of innovative activities, realization of educational programs and strengthening of the international cooperation of scientists and experts.
About us
The purpose of the Research and Innovation Activity Department is to contribute to most efficient use of the scientific and intellectual potential of al-Farabi KazNU, as well as to the complex development of scientific-research and scientific-industrial activities for increase of efficiency of Scientific Research and Development Works’ results and training quality, organization of innovative activities, realization of educational programs and strengthening of the international cooperation of scientists and experts.
The Department includes research divisions of the University and its faculties: scientific research institutes, Scientific Centers, Scientific-Technological Park, National Nanolaboratory etc., the Research Activity Division, Innovative Activity Division and Certification of the Scientific Staff Division.
The head collegial governing body of the Department is the Scientific and Technical Council on Scientific Research Activity (STS on SRA), acting on the basis of Regulations on Coordination Council on SRA.
The Department structure:
- Office of Training and Certification of Research Personnel
- Office of Analytics and Coordination of Scientific Projects
- Office of Science and Publication Activity
- Ethical Committee
Office of Training and Certification of Research Personnel
Office of Training and Certification of Research Personnel aim to provide activities for the training and certification of highly qualified research personnel (Master’s and PhD students, postdocs) for the effective reproduction, generation, development of intellectual potential and human resources for research and innovation development in Al-Farabi Kazakh National University. The main tasks of the Office are coordination, monitoring and analysis of the training and certification of highly qualified researchers.
Office of Analytics and Coordination of Scientific Projects
The Office of Analytics and Coordination of Scientific Projects coordinates the scientific research and development works, pilot productions, student design bureaus carried out at the university and unites all research departments of the university, research institutes, scientific centers and technopark in matters of innovation.
The purpose of the Office of Innovation and Intellectual Property is to contribute to most efficient use of the scientific and intellectual potential of al-Farabi KazNU, as well as to the complex development of scientific-research and scientific-industrial activities for increase of efficiency of Scientific Research and Development Works’ results and training quality, organization of innovative activities, realization of educational programs and strengthening of the international cooperation of scientists and experts.
Office of Science and Publication Activity
Increasing the status and recognition of the university in the scientific and professional community by ensuring an increase in the publication activity of the teaching staff, young scientists of the university, the inclusion of journals in the list of publications recommended by the Committee for Control in Education and Science, the promotion of peer-reviewed scientific journals of KazNU and English-language editions and their Indexing in the scientific repositories and bibliographic systems.
Ethical Committee
The Ethical Committee reviews and evaluates research protocols, information for a participant and a form of informed consent, professional experience of researchers, research centers, and other documents in relation to human rights, principles of fairness, usefulness, confidentiality and absence of harm for participants.
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Department of research and innovation
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Ibraimov Margulan |
11-22
(10th floor, office 10-02) |
Board Member — Vice-Rector for Research and Innovation Activities |
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Tastambek Kuanysh |
11-58
(10th floor, office 10-08) |
Director of the Department of Science and Innovation Activities |
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Akimbekova Gulzira |
19-22
(10th floor, office 10-00) |
Deputy Director of the Department of Science and Innovation Activities |
Organization of scientific events (conferences, roundtables, book presentations); management of research centers (opening ceremonies, documentation); coordination of external scientific events held at the university in collaboration with partner organizations; oversight of the Young Scientists Council (YSC). |
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Rysmagambetova Ayna |
11-59
(10th floor, office 10-01) |
Head of the Department of Science and Publication Activity |
Management of publication rewards, scientific journals, and analysis of publication activity in Scopus and Web of Science databases; oversight of KazNU journals, international projects, and laboratory accreditation. |
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Kuanova Laura |
11-37
(10th floor, office 10-09) |
Head of the Department for Training and Certification of Academic Staff |
Coordination and overall management of all activities of the department; development of the work plan and ensuring the achievement of key objectives; implementation and development of regulatory documentation. Organization of doctoral dissertation defenses, awarding of academic ranks of Associate Professor/Professor, and academic titles of “Researcher-Associate Professor” and “Researcher-Professor”; monitoring the work of dissertation councils and oversight of dissertation defenses and preliminary defense procedures in accordance with regulatory requirements. Supervision and approval of PhD dissertation topics, as well as their academic and international advisors; oversight of the appointment of scientific supervisors, reviewers, and dissertation topics for bachelor’s and master’s students; organization of research internships for master’s and doctoral students. Consultation on responsibilities and legal matters for PhD students, rules for awarding PhD and doctoral degrees, and procedures for dissertation defense. Monitoring of key performance indicators of departments, educational programs, and faculties; analysis of international practices in training and certifying academic staff, with recommendations for development and improvement; oversight of postdoctoral program requirements. Preparation of analytical notes and reports for university leadership and higher authorities, as well as ensuring the preparation of other reporting documents related to the department’s activities. |
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Meirambekuly Nursultan |
13-99
(10th floor, office 10-08) |
Head of the Department of Analytics and Coordination of Scientific Projects |
Coordination of scientific projects, grant funding, program-targeted projects, international projects, and commercial contracts; financial management and organization of analysis. |
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Karimova Saltanat |
16-62
(10th floor, office 10-03) |
Management of research institutes, research centers, and laboratories, including documentation management, approval of plans and final reports of centers and institutes, familiarization with rules for opening ceremonies, and updating and publishing information about centers and institutes on the KazNU website. Approval of thematic plans for research activities. Responsibility for the quality management system within the Department of Science and the Department of Science and Publication Activity, including documentation management, monitoring corrective and preventive actions based on internal audit results, development and implementation of corrective and preventive measures, support and improvement of the system in accordance with ISO 9001 standards, and elimination of nonconformity causes. Updating information on the KazNU website regarding innovation activities, scientific and innovation infrastructure, and research work, as well as publishing materials on conducted events. |
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Alipova Saya |
19-43
(10th floor, office 10-03) |
Organization of annual competitions for science awards and state scientific scholarships conducted by the Science Committee of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan, as well as the annual “Best Researcher” award competition. Collection and analysis of annual reports from the university’s faculties on research and innovation activities. Preparation of materials in approved areas for the university’s scientific accreditation as a subject of research and scientific-technical activities. Correspondence with the Science Committee of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan on the above matters. |
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Kyrbassov Akzhan |
16-62
(10th floor, office 10-03) |
Organization of the “Best Young Scientist” competition and management of the Young Scientists Council, including development of the Council’s annual plan, approval of its composition, and oversight of its activities; provision of housing for young scientists to enhance their potential; implementation of the “Otbasy Bank” JSC program for granting loans to young scientists for 2023–2027; financial accountability to the Department of Science and Publication Activity. |
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Abdresh Akziya |
16-61
(10th floor, office 10-03) |
Organization of preparation and execution of international and national scientific and technical events at the university (conferences, symposiums, etc.). Development of the university’s work plan for scientific and technical events and provision of methodological support to faculties, research institutes (RIs), and research and educational organizations (REOs) during their implementation. Organization of meetings between KazNU scientists, faculty, and staff with representatives of various scientific organizations. Collection of materials related to scientific events and preparation of the annual report. Preparation of orders and directives for university-level events. Establishment of cooperation with the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan and state organizations on matters related to scientific events. Approval of instructions, regulations, and the annual plan of scientific and technical events. |
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Dastankyzy Kuralay |
11-61
(10th floor, office 10-05) |
Supervision of the publication of KazNU Bulletin series and other university scientific journals:
Key responsibilities: - Ensuring timely publication of journal issues according to the approved schedule. - Monitoring official journal websites and ensuring their accuracy and relevance. - Assigning and activating DOIs (Digital Object Identifiers) for articles and managing the process. - Organizing the inclusion and promotion of scientific journals in international databases (Scopus, Web of Science, etc.). - Ensuring compliance of journals with international standards. - Developing internal regulatory documents related to the activities of the department (Rules, Job Descriptions). - Preparing draft orders, directives, and official correspondence. - Monitoring compliance with regulations governing the activities of scientific publications. If you want, I can also create a more concise, formal version suitable for a job description or annual report. |
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Zamanbek Ingkar |
11-61
(10th floor, office 10-05) |
Monitoring and analysis of the publication activity of faculty members, academic staff, and employees based on scientific publications indexed in international databases such as Scopus and Web of Science. Verification of correct indexing of the university authors’ scientific articles in databases, including affiliation accuracy and author profiles. Preparation of information on journal quartile indicators (Q1–Q4), percentiles, CiteScore, Impact Factor, and SNIP. Calculation, analysis, and preparation of reports on the university’s publication and citation activity (H-index, citation counts, etc.). Verification of scientific articles within the publication reward system. Preparation of contractual documents to obtain access to platforms such as Elsevier, Incite Analytics, Web of Science, SciVal, and Elsevier Pure. |
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Tazhibayeva Zhaniya |
13-92
(10th floor, office 10-04) |
Coordination and oversight of international projects in the USA and Europe. Innovation activities. |
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Togaibayev Ruslanbek |
13-92
(10th floor, office 10-04) |
Innovation activities; organization of campus tours; procurement within project frameworks; serving as secretary at procurement meetings; managing the “Procurement” section on the “farabi.university” website; preparation of responses to Committee correspondence. |
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Nurkairat Zhanar |
16-58
(10th floor, office 10-04) |
Coordination of international projects in Asian countries and innovation activities. Dissemination of information on international competitions, projects, and conferences to faculties. Organization of leadership lectures and meetings related to research and innovation activities. |
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Mamayeva Slushash |
16-68
(10th floor, office 10-07) |
Financial management of grant-funded and program-targeted projects, including agreements, budget proposals, cost estimates, staffing schedules, and certificates of completed work; monitoring implementation of work plans, services, and performance indicators, and recording revenue; accounting for cash flows of research and development (R&D) activities and preparation of financial reports; preparation of certificates of completed work under civil law contracts; review of proposals to amend grant project terms; preparation of procurement lists for services and equipment for research projects. |
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Otegenova Asselkhan |
11-63
(10th floor, office 10-07) |
Financial administration of grant funding and program-targeted projects (agreements, budget proposals, cost estimates, staffing schedules, certificates of completed work); monitoring the implementation of plans for products (works, services) and other performance indicators, and recording revenue receipts. Accounting for cash flow related to research and development (R&D) activities; preparation of financial reports; preparation of certificates of completed work under civil law contracts; review of proposals to amend the terms of grant-funded projects; preparation of procurement lists for services and equipment for research projects. |
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Torekhanova Makpal |
16-68
(10th floor, office 10-07) |
Financial administration of grant-funded and program-targeted projects (agreements, budget proposals, cost estimates, staffing schedules, certificates of completed work); monitoring the implementation of plans for products (works, services) and other performance indicators, and recording revenue receipts. Accounting for cash flow related to research and development (R&D) activities; preparation of financial reports; preparation of certificates of completed work under civil law contracts; review of proposals to amend the terms of grant-funded projects; preparation of procurement lists for services and equipment for research projects. |
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Adilkanova Zhansaya |
16-58
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Project support for young scientists; financial administration of grant funding, international projects, and commercial contracts (agreements, budget proposals, cost estimates, staffing schedules, certificates of completed work); monitoring the implementation plans for products (works, services) and other performance indicators, and recording revenue receipts. Accounting for cash flow related to research and development (R&D) activities; preparation of financial reports; preparation of certificates of completed work under civil law contracts; review of proposals to amend the terms of grant-funded projects; preparation of procurement lists for services and equipment under research projects. |
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Ustemirova Bakyt |
13-92
(10th floor, office 10-04) |
Matters related to the procurement of goods, works, and services for conducting scientific research funded by the state budget; oversight of the acquisition of equipment and other materials within the framework of research projects. |
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Department of Training and Certification of Academic Staff |
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Bekzhanova Asiya |
14-00 (13th floor, office 13-03)
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Amendments to the dissertation topics of master’s and doctoral students; preparation of the annual plan of internships for master’s and doctoral students; compilation of document packages for international internships and consultation on related matters. Preparation and issuance of orders on internship appointments; processing of doctoral students upon their return from international internships; внесение changes and amendments to internship orders; preparation of orders on refusal of internships. Timely closure of official letters through the “Salem Office” system. Preparation and issuance of guarantee letters for doctoral students at the request of visa centers. Preparation of orders and monitoring of document workflow deadlines related to international internships of master’s and doctoral students in the “Univer” system. Work with the Dissertation Council in Geography. |
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Mural Kymbat |
11-35 (13th floor, office 13-03) |
Acceptance of letters and documents from master’s and doctoral students arriving from other universities for research internships; processing and issuance of certificates. Verification and acceptance of documents from doctoral candidates applying for defense in dissertation councils in Physics and Nuclear Physics; scheduling of defense dates; verification and acceptance of attestation files. Issuance of extracts from orders approving members of dissertation councils and related documents. Verification and acceptance of payment documents after the defense; publication of documents of doctoral candidates applying for defense on the “farabi.university” website. Preparation of diplomas for doctoral candidates who have successfully defended their dissertations. Publication of dissertation council reports on the “farabi.university” website. |
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Madiyev Sagynysh |
11-63 (13th floor, office 13-05)
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Full coordination of the activities of dissertation councils for the award of the PhD degree and organization of all dissertation defenses; acceptance and processing of documents related to doctoral defenses across 20 dissertation councils. Handling requests from the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan (MSHE RK); preparation, coordination, and management of official correspondence. Work with doctoral candidates who have successfully defended their dissertations, including verification and processing of their attestation files. Generation of QR codes and serial numbers for PhD diplomas in the Unified Higher Education Management System database. Verification of compliance with established requirements for temporary members of dissertation councils and reviewers for all defenses, and their approval. Evaluation of publications submitted for the conferment of academic titles and issuance of official conclusions. Work with applicants to assess compliance with the requirements for academic titles, including consultation and analytical review. Confirmation of compliance with requirements when introducing changes to the dissertation topics of master’s and doctoral students. Approval and re-approval of academic supervisors for master’s and doctoral students. If needed, I can format the text in a more formal style—for example, for a job description or a performance report. |
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Omarova Galiya |
11-63 (13th floor, office 13-05) |
Acceptance of Form 1 documents from first-year doctoral students (spring and autumn intake) at the faculty. Referral of doctoral students who have arrived from other universities to dissertation councils established at KazNU for their thesis defense. Acceptance and verification of documents of doctoral students applying for defense in dissertation councils in Biology, Geobotany, Neuroscience, and Virology. Scheduling the defense date. Verification of attestation files. Publication on the Farabi.university website of the documents of doctoral students applying for defense, regulatory documents, and reports of dissertation councils. Preparation and issuance of the order awarding the degree of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) to doctoral students who have successfully defended their dissertations. Preparation of the order on amendments to the composition of the permanent members of dissertation councils. |
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Azamatova Gulzira |
11-35 (13th floor, office 13-03)
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Acceptance of documents of Form 1 from first-year doctoral students (spring and autumn admission) by faculty; referral of doctoral students who arrived from other universities to defend their dissertations in dissertation councils created at KazNU; reception of doctoral students who are going to defend their dissertations in biology, geobotany, neurosciences and virology, and verification of their documents; setting the date for the defense; verification of certification files; Posting documents of doctoral students preparing for defense, regulatory documents, and dissertation council reports on the Farabi.university website; preparing and issuing orders for awarding the degree of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) to doctoral students, successfully defended; preparation of an order on amendments to the composition of permanent members of dissertation councils. |
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Kenzhekhan Dilyara |
14-00 (13th floor, office 13-03) |
Acceptance of Form 1 documents from first-year doctoral students (spring and fall admissions), preparation of extracts from orders approving scientific supervisors and dissertation topics for doctoral students, preparation of diploma supplements for doctoral graduates. |
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