Department news

07.06.2023

Students of the second year of the specialty 6В05107 – Biology, Department of General Biology and Genomics, in the period of May 29 to June 4, 2023, passed a summer field practice on zoology in the territory of the Korgalzhyn State Nature Reserve.

 

Every day students got up at dawn and went on a tour of the reserve, where they met many animal species.


 
The bird fauna was especially rich. We managed to observe the birds live, their coloring and behavior. On lakes, in the steppe and in the air there were flamingos, swans, geese, pelicans, various species of ducks, waders, great white egret, cormorants and many other species of birds.

 



In addition, the students were very lucky to see wild mammals – a fox, an ermine and a badger!

 

During the excursions, the students collected various invertebrates, in particular insects, and after dinner they enthusiastically identified the insect species.



 
As a result of the summer field practice, the students consolidated their knowledge of zoology, got familiar with the unique nature and fauna of the Korgalzhyn Reserve, collected invertebrate animal collections, and received invaluable experience and many vivid impressions.

Teachers: Daniyar Tagayev, Meruert Salkymbayeva

 

07.06.2023

 

Under the guidance of a.c of  b.c., Associate Professor A.D. Dukenbayeva and Acting Associate Professor Ph.D. Nursafina A.Z., the candidate of biological sciences. During the educational field practice centered around the subject of "Botany," students from three groups, comprising one Russian and two Kazakh cohorts (Bg-11, Bg-12, Bg-13), actively participated. The practice was conducted at the "ARMAN" tourist and recreational center, situated in the Akmola region of Akkol city, specifically in the serene vicinity of S. Dombraly. This immersive pedagogical experience enabled students to expand and deepen their theoretical and practical knowledge, acquired through lectures and laboratory sessions, pertaining to the disciplines of plant anatomy, morphology, and plant systematics within the overarching "Botany" curriculum.

 



In addition to their botanical investigations, students embarked on insightful excursions, exploring the local topographical attractions, thereby augmenting their understanding of the region's natural resources. The practical aspect of their training encompassed an in-depth exploration of plant organs, encompassing morphology, anatomy, and physiology.
 
Within the natural milieu, students engaged in direct observation and study of plant species and their respective taxonomic groups. They scrutinized the remarkable adaptations of plants to their environmental conditions, delineated the fundamental conservation principles underlying plant preservation, identified key plant forms and their seasonal variations, and investigated the intricacies of plant reproduction and distribution patterns. The students also demonstrated an active involvement in the study of local flora and fauna, amassing over 100 distinct plant specimens.

In conjunction with their botanical pursuits, the participating groups actively engaged in diverse recreational activities, including captivating entertainment evenings and invigorating sporting competitions. These multifaceted endeavors ensured that every moment of their field experience was intellectually stimulating and rewarding.

 


As a result of the field practice, students developed proficient skills in the identification of local flora and fauna, acquiring the ability to conduct comprehensive botanical assessments. Additionally, they fostered effective teamwork and communication skills, refined their data collection techniques, and conducted research in a natural setting. The envisaged outcome of these endeavors is to facilitate their professional growth and contribute significantly to the scientific community.

02.05.2023

Congratulations to the Honorary Head of the Department of General Biology and Genomics, Academician of the National Academy of Sciences of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Professor Bersimbay R.I. with the title of honorary professor of the Sh. Ualikhanov Kokshetau University! Bersimbay R.I. presented a plenary report at the international practical conference "Shokan oqulary" of the Sh. Ualikhanov Kokshetau University.

 

12.04.2023

On April 12, 2023, dedicated to the Day of Science, a section of biology and biotechnology of the conference "ǴYLYM JÁNE BILIM 2023" was held. As a result of the conference, 1st place was awarded to 1st year undergraduate Serkali Sandugash, 2nd place to 4th year student Samedova Sabina, 3rd place to 4th year student Ibragimova Milana. Congratulations to the conference participants!

 

12.04.2023

Candidate of Biological Sciences, Associate Professor of the Department of General Biology and Genomics Asiya Dukenbaeva took part in the event dedicated to the "Science Day" on April 11, 2023 at Astana IT University with the involvement of international scientists from leading laboratories and research centers of the world.
At the plenary session, reports were presented by a number of speakers:
  - Professor Zinetulla Insepov of the School of Nuclear Energy at Purdue University (USA),
- Professor Murat Saparbaev, Gustav Rosy Institute (France)
- Zhanibek Alpishev from the Austrian Institute of Science and Technology (Austria) and others.

 

10.04.2023

 

 

29.01.2023

Associate Professor of the Department of General Biology and Genomics A.E.Suleimenova  conducted laboratory work in biochemistry with students of group Bg-21 on the topic: "Qualitative reactions to alpha-amino acids. Fohl's reaction to sulfur-containing amino acids."

 

 

27.06.2022

As part of the Silver University program, acting Professor of the Department of General Biology and Genomics PhD O.V. Bulgakova  from 13.06.22 on 06/22/22 conducted the training "Anti-aging program". As part of the training, the participants got acquainted with the latest achievements of modern science and medicine in the field of health and longevity, mastered in practice the experience of advanced countries in the design of productive aging, including nutrition correction techniques, increased immunity, cognitive stimulation, stress management, risk determination of age-associated diseases , body mass index, biological age of the organism.

 

 

 

28.02.2022

Congratulations to the head of the Department of General Biology and Genomics, Academician Rakhmetkazhy Bersimbay on being awarded the "Best Scientist" award in 2021!

 

23.02.2022

The working group based on the results of research projects "Search for multiomic markers of pathological radon-induced changes for the development of screening methods for determining the risk of malignant transformation in the lungs" and "Study of molecular changes induced by asbestos in the pathogenesis of lung cancer" under the leadership of Academician of the National Academy of Sciences of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Professor, Dr. B.Sc., Head of the Department of General Biology and Genomics Rakhmetkazhy Bersimbay , 2 articles were published in high-ranking journals included in the Q1 quartile according to Web of Science and Scopus:
1) Bulgakova O.V., Kussainova A., Aripova A., Kakabayev A., Baikenova G., Bersimbaev R., Izzotti A.The level of free-circulating mtDNA in patients with radon-induced lung cancer.// Environmental Research. – 2022. –Vol. 207. – P.112215 Q1 IF=6,498
2) Kussainova A., Bulgakova O.V., Aripova A., Khalid Z., Bersimbaev R., Izzotti A. The Role of Mitochondrial miRNAs in the Development of Radon-Induced Lung Cancer.// Biomedicines.- 2022.- Vol. 10(2). – P.428 Q1 IF=6,081

17.02.2022

On February 16, the Department of General Biology and Genomics hosted an open lecture by Professor B. А. Zhetpisbayev on the topic "MANUAL SELECTION". The lecture was attended by students and teachers of the department.

16.02.2022

Congratulations to Associate Professor of the Department of General Biology and Genomics Aigul Dinmukhamedova on being awarded the title "Best University Teacher 2021"!

 

04.06.2021

According to the results of accreditation by the Independent Agency for Accreditation and Rating (IAAR), the master's program "7M01513 - Biology" has successfully passed the international specialized re-accreditation of educational programs for a period of 5 years.

 

20.04.2021

On April 16, 2021, an open lecture was held by Academician of the National Academy of Sciences of the Republic of Kazakhstan Bersimbay R.I., Doctor of Biological Sciences, Professor of the L.N. Gumilyov ENU, as part of the celebration of the 25th anniversary of the university on the topic: "DNA technologies in the development of modern biology: some achievements and prospects." The lecture was attended by students, undergraduates, doctoral students and teachers of the Department of General Biology and Genomics.

26.03.2021

Olga Bulgakova, Ph.D., Associate Professor of the Department of General Biology and Genomics, as a visiting lecturer gives lectures on the discipline "Genetics and Genomics" for students of Bukhara State University (Buxoro davlat universiteti) - one of the oldest universities in Uzbekistan and Middle Asia. Bukhara State University is one of the largest universities in Uzbekistan