NU Hosts International Symposium on Emerging Materials and Future Technologies
Researchers, industry experts, and innovators from around the world gathered at NU for the 5th International Symposium on Emerging Materials and Devices, highlighting the critical role of advanced materials in driving future technological progress.
The symposium attracted participants from the United Kingdom, China, South Korea, Türkiye, Malaysia, Georgia, Uzbekistan, Singapore, and Kazakhstan, creating a platform for international collaboration and knowledge exchange.
Opening the event, Kazakhstan’s Minister of Science and Higher Education, Sayasat Nurbek, emphasized the importance of materials science in enabling breakthroughs across clean energy, healthcare, and next-generation technologies. He noted that Kazakhstan is strengthening its research and innovation ecosystem through investments in scientific infrastructure, international partnerships, and advanced research capabilities. The Minister also highlighted the growing influence of artificial intelligence in accelerating materials discovery and interdisciplinary research.
Professor Nurxat Nuraje outlined the progress of the Renewable Energy Lab at National Laboratory Astana, emphasizing efforts to bridge the gap between scientific discovery and practical application. Current research focuses on solar-sensitive and multifunctional materials, solar energy systems, hydrogen generation and storage, biomass conversion, and sensing technologies.
Since its launch in 2019, the symposium has continued to foster collaboration among researchers, industry leaders, and global partners while addressing scientific challenges with worldwide relevance.
