In June 2026, Kazakhstan signed a major package of agreements with European universities and technology organisations – in the fields of artificial intelligence, satellite technologies, and academic cooperation. We explore what was signed and what it means for Kazakhstani science.
„Country’s Choice“: an award for Scientific Publications
When a company is almost ten years old, the significance of external evaluation is difficult to overestimate. In 2026, the Country’s Choice Business Award officially recognised Scientific Publications as a laureate in the category “Scientific Consulting and Scientometrics No. 1 in Kazakhstan”. What guided the experts, and what does this award mean in practice?
Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan strengthen cooperation in science and education
How is scientific and educational cooperation between Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan being built at the present stage? Let us examine the outcomes of the meeting between the Minister of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the Deputy Minister of Education of the Republic of Turkmenistan, held on 24 April 2026.
Publications in parts: how salami slicing harms science and the author’s reputation
Salami slicing is a practice that some researchers use to increase their number of publications. However, what risks does it pose to an author’s reputation? Why are journal editors paying increasing attention to such cases? And what consequences can await papers published in this way? Learn more about this in our new video.
Monograph and its role in the awarding of an academic degree
In Kazakhstan, the monograph remains an important scholarly work. However, its significance in the award of an academic degree is determined by the current regulatory requirements. What role does a monograph play in academic practice? Why is a monograph important for a scholar? How can a dissertation in Kazakhstan be defended on the basis of a monograph? These questions and more are explored in our new article.
Publishing in humanities journals: What authors need to know
When publishing in humanities journals, authors are required not only to conduct high-quality research, but also to be well prepared at every stage of the submission process. How can you choose the right journal? What should you pay attention to when preparing the manuscript and working with reviewers? What mistakes most often prevent successful publication? This is what our new article is about.
