Sayasat Nurbek and the directors of the research institute discussed issues of scientific development
February 14, 2024

During one day, directors of research institutes and university professors held a discussion on the topic “Trends of subjects in the market of fundamental and applied science in Kazakhstan.”

The event was attended by the Minister of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan Sayasat Nurbek, the President of the National Academy of Sciences of the Republic of Kazakhstan Akylbek Kurishbaev, and Vice-Minister Darkhan-Ahmed Zaki. It opened with an introductory speech by D. Zaki on the topic “The Open Model of Science.”

Then the event continued with two round tables “New formats and policies that will determine the development of science in Kazakhstan until 2030.” and “Priority decisions of the Ministry of Education and Science and Research Institutes for 2024”, covering various areas: “Stakeholders and subjects of the market of fundamental and applied science of the Republic of Kazakhstan”, “Assessment of the strength of subjects and their aspirations to solve the problems of the Financial Sciences of the Republic of Kazakhstan”, “Trends changing strength and aspirations subjects of the Financial and Pension Fund of the Republic of Kazakhstan market”, “Identification of the most passionate subjects of the Financial and Pension Fund of the Republic of Kazakhstan over a 10-year horizon.” The moderator was Oleg Metsik.

The head of the department greeted the assembled guests, thanked everyone for their contribution to the scientific development of Kazakhstan and expressed great hope for further fruitful activities.

“We have gathered you here so that everyone’s thoughts and ideas can be heard. Everything that was discussed at today’s event will be included in our ministry’s specific plan for 2024. The key task set before the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan is doubling the economy. And in order to double the volume of the national economy by 2029, it is necessary to focus on science and innovation. Work in this direction has already begun and will continue intensified. A small number of countries have been able to overcome the “middle income trap” by putting science, innovation and education at the forefront. Therefore, we have a huge responsibility to discuss all emerging issues, set realistic goals and achieve them through joint efforts,” noted S. Nurbek.

After the minister’s speech, the round table participants presented their work in groups, exchanged opinions and experiences, and also discussed improving the system of scientific institutes, university science and interaction between business and research institutes and universities.