The award ceremony for the winners of the competition among young scientists, held jointly by the Academy of Sciences and the Central Council of the Mahtumkuli Youth organization, took place today in the conference hall of the Oguzkhan University of Engineering and technology.

According to the state news Agency of Turkmenistan, more than a thousand young scientists presented their projects and theoretical research in the field of natural Sciences and Humanities. Special attention is paid to such areas as nanotechnology, energy, biotechnology, molecular biology, agriculture, ecology and genetics, information and communication systems, computer technologies, modern production of medical and medicinal products, and innovative digital economy.

The expert jury determined 46 winners of the competition based on several criteria: the theoretical significance of the submitted works, scientific novelty, relevance in terms of practical implementation and prospects for implementation in production. All winners of the competition were awarded laptops on behalf of the President of Turkmenistan.

The award ceremony was attended by members of the Government, heads of ministries and departments, higher educational institutions, scientists, representatives of public organizations, teaching staff and University students, doctoral students and postgraduates of the Academy of Sciences.

The exhibition opened in the lobby of the University became a clear illustration of the scientific and creative achievements of Turkmen youth. The exhibition included monographs and collections of scientific papers, as well as projects and models of various devices and inventions in the field of renewable energy sources, innovative technologies, production of chemical products, construction materials, medicines, etc.

The annual review of scientific papers contributes to the development of domestic science and the expansion of research activities of the young generation of Turkmen scientists. Within the framework of cooperation in the field of science, technology and innovative technologies, in order to improve their skills and exchange experience, young specialists are regularly sent on business trips to leading scientific and educational centers abroad.

The works of the winners of this competition will be published in the collection "Steps in science of young scientists", published by the Central Council of the Mahtumkuli Youth organization.