The Shakhmardan Yessenov Foundation competition has ended in Almaty, as a result of which 10 young Kazakhstanis received grants for internships in the world's leading laboratories. In 2026, they will travel abroad to learn from the best researchers. A total of 196 applications were received for the competition this year. The selection took place in several stages. The experts assessed scientific potential, leadership skills, emotional intelligence.
Winners and their research interests:
• Amina Shaikim (26 years old, SDU): The use of AI in education
• Adel Stoyanova (NU): Investigation of the molecular mechanisms of HIV and HPV coinfection to combat cancer.
• Musa Aliyev (19 years old, NU): Development of drives for humanoid robots and exoskeletons.
• Daniil Gerasimov (Kozybayev University): Applied Bioinformatics, genetic engineering and molecular Breeding.
• Timur Yerlanov (21 years old, KazNU): Development of quality indicators for amorphous drugs in Japanese laboratories.
• Murat Kozhanov (KSTU): The use of AI and the creation of digital counterparts to optimize industry.
• Ramazan Kazhdanbekov (22 years old, KazNU): Synthesis of nanomaterials for monitoring and purification of water and air.
• Dimash Davletov (KazNMU): Practical development of neural interfaces (Brain-Computer Interface) and decoding of brain signals.
• Daut Nurlanov (20 years old, NU): Development of AI systems for people with brain disorders.
• Medet Dzhumadildaev (21 years old): Research in the field of fundamental mathematics.
The foundation's grant fully covers the costs of a visa, flight, accommodation and meals. The program has been implemented since 2013, and during this time more than 130 young scientists have completed internships in the USA, Japan, Great Britain and other countries. The new stage of application acceptance traditionally starts in the fall.
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