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Nazarbayev University (NU) continues to champion initiatives that support women’s leadership and professional growth. Currently, 80 female staff members are participating in the international “She Leads” program, delivered in partnership with the UK-based Advance HE. “She Leads” is designed to unlock the leadership potential of women in higher education. The program focuses on building core […]
Kazakhstan and the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) have agreed to move toward implementing joint scientific and technological projects in four priority areas. The agreement was reached on August 18, 2026, during a visit by a delegation from the National Academy of Sciences of the Republic of Kazakhstan under the President of the Republic of […]
A new study provides the first three-dimensional map of ground deformation across Almaty and surrounding areas, based on seven years of satellite observations independently validated with ground measurements. The study aims to better understand potential risks to infrastructure. The findings can support infrastructure monitoring, geological, geotechnical, and seismic risk assessment, and urban…
From August 8 to 16, Nazarbayev University hosted the international research and educational school AI and Methods in Computational Communication (AIM-CC 2026). The event brought together researchers from different countries to discuss the use of artificial intelligence in the study of communication, media, and social processes, as well as the latest methods of computational analysis. […]
Nazarbayev University advances medicine and healthcare by bringing education, research, and clinical practice together. The University’s medical cluster, which includes clinics, hospitals, and the Biomedical Research Center, gives students opportunities to learn, conduct research, and apply their knowledge in clinical settings. NU graduates include physicians, researchers, nurses, and public…
This year, NU has welcomed the largest cohort of international students in its history. With each new intake, the university’s global footprint continues to expand. NU is now home to students from 40 countries across the globe, ranging from the United States, Germany, and Japan to China, Vietnam, Russia, Uzbekistan, and Kyrgyzstan. Ahead of the […]
Nazarbayev University (NU) hosted the award ceremony for the Social Startup 2026: Early Stage grant program, organized by the NU Impact Foundation. The initiative supports social tech projects designed to improve people’s quality of life through sustainable business models. The program brought together students, young entrepreneurs, researchers, and startup teams. This year, 83 applications were…
Nazarbayev University (NU) is currently hosting Orientation Week — a time for new students to get acquainted with the university, its academic environment, and each other. The university leadership addressed undergraduate, graduate, PhD, and Foundation Year Program (NUFYP) students, sharing their advice and guidance for the years ahead. Addressing the students, NU President Professor Waqar […]
Nazarbayev University continues to strengthen its cooperation with the Agency of the Republic of Kazakhstan for Atomic Energy. The signing of a Memorandum of Cooperation marks another important step in advancing this partnership. NU President Waqar Ahmad highlighted the University’s strong interest in expanding cooperation with Kazakhstan’s nuclear industry and its commitment to contributing to…
What do the founder of an education startup, the head of a non-profit foundation, a researcher, a university administrator, and a career guidance expert have in common? They are all graduates of Nazarbayev University who are shaping the future of education in Kazakhstan through practical solutions rather than bold promises. From supporting teachers in rural […]
From August 5 to 7, Nazarbayev University is hosting the 14th International Conference on Nanomaterials and Advanced Energy Storage Systems (INESS-2026). The event has brought together more than 200 researchers, engineers, and industry representatives from over 10 countries across Europe, Asia, Africa, and North America. The conference is organized by Nazarbayev University, the Institute of […]
For most students, summer means taking a break, hanging out with friends, and spending time outdoors. But for participants in Nazarbayev University’s summer programs, these holidays were all about research and discovery. This year, the university campus and even the Burabay National Park were transformed into a massive open-air scientific laboratory. Over a single season, […]
