Winter School for Young Researchers Held at Toraighyrov University

Toraighyrov University hosted a Winter School for young researchers and young lecturers. The aim of the Winter School was to establish a professional dialogue among young lecturers and researchers in higher education, to promote the effective use of modern scientific and academic trends in teaching practice, and to expand opportunities for the commercialization of research results.

Within the framework of the program, sessions for young lecturers were conducted under the track «The First Steps: teaching tools, experience, and resource readiness». These sessions covered digital pedagogy, assessment systems, modern teaching methodologies, and professional development issues.

The program also included modules focused on academic publications, grant funding, international programs, intellectual property, and the commercialization of scientific research.

During the session dedicated to the commercialization of research results, Aizhan Zheksembayeva, Director of the Department of Investments and New Projects at JSC «Science Fund», explained the requirements of grant programs for commercialization. Industry expert, PhD Aryn Orsariev shared practical case studies on technology commercialization in Kazakhstan, attracting investments, and developing business models.

In addition, sessions aimed at strengthening international scientific cooperation presented opportunities within the Horizon Europe, Erasmus, and other programs, highlighting Toraighyrov University’s efforts to integrate into the European research area.

As part of the Winter School, Aidyn Artykova, Deputy Director of the National Institute of Intellectual Property (Kazpatent), along with institute representatives Nazifa Baktybayeva and Sayat Shiderbekov, Inesh Kenzhina, official representative of Clarivate for the CIS countries, and Rabiga Khojamkul, Central Asia consultant for Informascope, shared up-to-date information in their respective fields.

As a result of the Winter School, participants gained practical skills in developing research projects, preparing grant applications, protecting intellectual property, and commercializing research outcomes. This initiative is aimed at supporting young researchers and enhancing the competitiveness of university science.