"I successfully completed my Bachelor's degree at Tongji University (Shanghai, China), majoring in Engineering Logistics. During my studies in China and the preparation of my thesis, Professor O.T. Balabayev was my academic advisor and provided crucial support in setting tasks and preparing the thesis, which strengthened my interest in research activities.

I am joining the Academy of Young Researchers «QANYSH ZHOLY» under the «BACHELOR» program to jointly determine a relevant topic for my future master's thesis with my mentor and prepare for further master's studies."

"I am joining the Academy of Young Researchers «QANYSH ZHOLY» under the «PhD DOCTORAL STUDENT» program to systematically prepare for admission to the doctoral program at the Azerbaijan Technical University in Baku, Azerbaijan.

I believe that the «QANYSH ZHOLY» Academy is an important platform for young researchers, as it helps to build a scientific trajectory, receive mentoring support, and confidently move to the next stage of academic development.

I plan that participation in the «PhD DOCTORAL STUDENT» program will allow me, under the guidance of Professor O.T. Balabayev, to clarify my scientific direction, determine a relevant topic for my future dissertation research, develop research competencies, and prepare for further scientific work."

"Studying in the bachelor's program and completing my thesis under the guidance of Professor O.T. Balabayev became an important stage of professional growth for me. The research experience I gained helped me confidently continue my academic journey.

Currently, based on a letter of recommendation from Professor O.T. Balabayev, I am studying at the USC Marshall School of Business, University of Southern California, in the master's program “Global Supply Chain Management” in Los Angeles, USA

I am joining the Academy of Young Researchers «QANYSH ZHOLY» under the «MASTER'S STUDENT» program to develop my scientific competencies, work with a mentor, prepare publications, and build my future research trajectory."

May 26, 2026. At the initiative of the Akim of Bukhar-Zhyrau district of Karaganda region, Yerkulan Beisembayuly Kussain, a working meeting was held at the education department of Bukhar-Zhyrau district (pictured from left to right: A.K. Zeytidenov – Professor, PhD; B.I. Tuleuov – Academician of the National Academy of Sciences of the RK, Professor, Doctor of Chemical Sciences; A.A. Zhalelov – Head of the Education Department of Bukhar-Zhyrau district; Oyum Temirgalievich Balabayev – Professor, Candidate of Technical Sciences). During the event, the main avenues for interaction between the scientific community and secondary schools of the district were discussed, as well as opportunities to involve scientists in projects aimed at enhancing the research potential of school students in the district.

May 28, 2026. A meeting with Akim Yerkulan Kussain was held at the Akimat of Bukhar-Zhyrau district of Karaganda region (pictured from left to right: O.T. Balabayev; B.I. Tuleuov; Yerkulan Beisembayuly Kussain – Akim of Bukhar-Zhyrau district of Karaganda region; A.K. Zeytidenov; A.A. Zhalelov), dedicated to engaging scientists in the development of research activities among secondary school students in the district. The discussion emphasized the importance of creating a single platform to support talented schoolchildren, develop their research skills, and engage them in scientific activities early on. Following the meeting, a decision was made to launch the "QANYSH ZHOLY" scientific and educational trajectory for students of summer schools in Bukhar-Zhyrau district.

June 5, 2026. At the final meeting of the education department of Bukhar-Zhyrau district of Karaganda region, dedicated to the results of the 2025–2026 academic year, the main goals, objectives, and prospects for implementing the "QANYSH ZHOLY" scientific and educational trajectory were presented to the directors of 42 schools. The presented initiative received unanimous support from the heads of educational organizations in the district, and it was decided to pilot the trajectory in summer schools.

June 17, 2026. Following discussions, an initiative group of scientists (B.I. Tuleuov – Academician of the National Academy of Sciences of the RK, Professor, Doctor of Chemical Sciences; Oyum Temirgalievich Balabayev – Professor, Candidate of Technical Sciences; A.K. Zeytidenov – Professor, PhD) decided to establish the ACADEMY OF YOUNG RESEARCHERS "QANYSH ZHOLY", whose activities will be aimed at supporting and providing scientific guidance for talented youth participating in the continuous scientific and educational trajectory.

June 19, 2026. The grand opening of the ACADEMY OF YOUNG RESEARCHERS "QANYSH ZHOLY" took place on the basis of summer schools for students of Bukhar-Zhyrau district, at the Kerneevka Support School (resource center). During the event, a cycle of lectures aimed at developing research competencies, scientific worldview, creative potential, and motivating schoolchildren for scientific activities was delivered (pictured from left to right: Zh.A. Zhumabekov; A.K. Zeytidenov; A.A. Zhalelov; O.T. Balabayev). Abylay Zhalelov, Head of the Education Department of Bukhar-Zhyrau district, delivered a welcoming speech to the participants, emphasizing the importance of early involvement of talented schoolchildren in research activities. Zhambyl Zhumabekov, Associate Professor, Candidate of Historical Sciences, Director of the "Tulgatanu" Research Center at the Academician E.A. Buketov Karaganda University, gave a lecture titled "Kanysh Imantayevich Satpayev – the great organizer of Kazakh science and founder of national thought". Assylbek Zeytidenov, Professor, PhD, Director of the "Akylbaev Research Center" technology park at the Academician E.A. Buketov Karaganda University, gave a lecture titled "Education and Science: Theoretical Foundations and Innovative Technologies". Oyum Temirgalievich Balabayev, Professor, Candidate of Technical Sciences, Director of the STU-ENGINEERING Scientific and Technical Center at the Abylkas Saginov Karaganda Technical University, conducted a seminar on "Fundamentals of Scientific and Technical Creativity".

October 5, 2026. The submission of applications to the Academy of Young Researchers "QANYSH ZHOLY" has opened on the website of the STU-ENGINEERING Research Institute — applications can also be submitted using a QR code. The opening of applications marked the first step toward forming a group of talented young researchers and launching their continuous scientific and educational trajectory.