Science department

The main goal of the Department of Science is to organize scientific research, project, and innovative activities in accordance with the state and national programs, as well as other regulatory legal acts related to the development of science in Turkmenistan, and in coordination with the Ministry of Education of Turkmenistan and approved plans signed by the rector of the institution.  


The Department of Science performs the following tasks:  

  • In accordance with the Regulation "On conducting scientific research in higher educational institutions of Turkmenistan," approved by the joint order of the Academy of Sciences of Turkmenistan No. 13 and the Ministry of Education of Turkmenistan No. 43 dated February 14, 2022, approval of annual scientific research plans for departments, scientific centers, technological parks, and other university subdivisions, as well as monitoring their implementation.  
  • In accordance with the Regulation "On preparing individual work plans for university professors," approved by the order of the Minister of Education of Turkmenistan No. 12 dated January 17, 2022, monitoring the implementation of scientific research and plans of departments and coordinating the scientific activities of faculty members.  
  • Coordinating scientific research and project work in accordance with the Regulation "On the ranking assessment of universities of Turkmenistan," approved by the order of the Minister of Education of Turkmenistan No. 15 dated January 18, 2022.  
  • Coordinating the work on monitoring scientific and pedagogical personnel, departments, and faculties in accordance with the Regulation "On the ranking assessment of scientific and pedagogical staff of universities of Turkmenistan," approved by the order of the Minister of Education of Turkmenistan No. 262 dated August 14, 2024.  
  • Organizing scientific research in university departments such as departments, scientific centers, technological parks, in line with Turkmenistan's priority areas of science and technology.  
  • Participating in the conclusion of contracts with enterprises, institutions, and organizations to conduct scientific research on a commercial basis.  
  • Supporting student scientific activity within the framework of departments, assisting faculty members in conducting scientific research.  
  • Expanding cooperation with scientific institutions and universities of Turkmenistan and foreign countries to develop joint scientific and scientific-technical products.  
  • Organizing scientific-methodical seminars, consultations, exhibitions, and other scientific events.  
  • Conducting scientific competitions among students, master's students, doctoral candidates, and postgraduates.  
  • Assisting in the preparation and publication of abstracts of reports and scientific articles for publication.  
  • Facilitating the active participation of students and young scientists in scientific, project, and creative competitions held at the national level.  
  • Organizing the work of scientific and scientific-design student studios under the guidance of faculty members.  
  • Assisting in the patenting of scientific and technical achievements, inventions, and innovative proposals.  
  • Assisting in publishing scientific works of students and faculty members in international scientific journals.  
  • Implementing the results of scientific research and project work into production and academic curricula.  
  • Preparing reports on scientific work, as well as preparing periodic reports on the work of the Department of Science.  

Structure of the Department of Science

  1. The structure of the Department of Science is approved by the Ministry of Education of Turkmenistan in accordance with the organizational structure of the institution.  
  2. Overall management of the organization of scientific work and research is carried out by the vice-rector for scientific work.  
  3. The Department of Science is managed by its head, who reports directly to the rector of the institution and the vice-rector for scientific work.  
  4. The staff of the Department of Science performs its duties according to the plan approved by the rector and the job description.  
  5. The staff of the department reports to the head of the Department of Science and acts according to this Regulation.  
  6. The Department of Science performs its tasks based on the approved work plan for the academic year, cooperating with the Academic Council, faculties, departments, and other university subdivisions.  
  7. The work plan of the Department of Science is approved by the rector of the university.  
  8. The Department of Science performs the following tasks:  
  • Discussing and approving the annual scientific research plans at the Academic Council, approving and coordinating the implementation of works;  
  • Coordinating the implementation of scientific research by faculties, departments, and scientific centers in accordance with the priority directions of science and technology;  
  • Ensuring regular monitoring and control of scientific research carried out on a contract basis in university subdivisions;  
  • Organizing scientific consultations, seminars, and conferences at both the university and international levels;
  • Assisting in the participation of students, master's students, doctoral candidates, and faculty members in scientific and project competitions.  

Contact Information:  
Address: 744025, Turkmenistan, Ashgabat, Berkararlyk district, Baba Annanova street, Main building, 3rd floor, Department of Science.  
Phone: (+99312) 28-18-04  
Fax: (+99312) 28-18-00  
Email: amanarazow2@gmail.com