KazNU focused on global sustainable development strategies

The VII International Scientific and Practical Conference Global Perspectives on Natural Resource Management and Sustainability was held at Al-Farabi Kazakh National University. This large-scale event, which brought together scientists from Kazakhstan, India, Malaysia, and Germany, was held as part of the Taza Kazakhstan republican environmental campaign, initiated by the Head of State to form a new environmental culture and protect the country's natural heritage.

The conference, organized by the Faculty of Biology and Biotechnology of KazNU in collaboration with the Gochar Educational and Welfare Society (GEWS) of India, brought together leading experts, environmentalists, and biologists at the Farabi Scientific Library. Opening the plenary session, Margulan Ibraimov, a member of the Board and Vice-Rector for Research and Innovation at KazNU, welcomed the participants on behalf of the university's leadership. In his speech, he emphasized the significance of such forums in addressing global climate challenges. The Vice-Rector highlighted KazNU's commitment to promoting innovative technologies in the field of environmental management. According to Margulan Ibraimov, the integration of international scientists' efforts and the exchange of best practices will allow for the development of scientifically based solutions to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals. He also emphasized the importance of the contribution of young people and the academic community to the implementation of the Taza Kazakhstan campaign.

A special moment of the opening ceremony was the presentation of the honorary award "Scientist of the Year" by Margulan Ibraimov, which emphasized the recognition of the achievements of researchers in the field of ecology. In turn, the President of the GEWS Society, Professor Jai Prakash Singh, presented the invited speakers with the official abstract book of the conference.

During the discussions, the GEWS Organizing Secretary, Professor Rajbir Singh, elaborated on the conference's objectives, emphasizing the need for an interdisciplinary approach.

The forum continued with sectional sessions. Participants discussed a wide range of topics, from genetic monitoring of biosystems and climate adaptation to digital innovations in ecology. The second section was held online, allowing foreign colleagues to present their research on sustainable agriculture and water management.

The forum ended with a campus tour, during which the guests got acquainted with the university's research infrastructure.

Press-service of Al-Farabi Kazakh National University