Safe Pharmaceutical Products

On February 5, 2026, the School of Pharmacy at Asfendiyarov Kazakh National Medical University (Almaty) hosted a roundtable on “Development of Environmentally Safe Pharmaceutical Products” as part of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and the university’s “Green University” initiative.

The event brought together academics, students, and industry experts to discuss sustainable approaches to pharmaceutical and parapharmaceutical production, including the implementation of green chemistry principles, environmental management standards (ISO 14001), and ESG practices.

During the plenary session, participants shared practical and scientific experiences. Representatives from LLP «Kelun-Kazpharm» and LLP «Viva Pharm» presented eco-friendly technologies in manufacturing and pharmaceutical development, while LLP «Ancor» highlighted innovative approaches to functional products. Academic presentations emphasized the role of green technologies in research and student training.

The panel discussion focused on integrating science, education, and practice through a research-education cluster, leveraging university infrastructure for doctoral research, and commercializing environmentally safe developments. The collaboration with LLP «Fitoleum» in training students in cultivation and processing of medicinal plants was also highlighted.

Following the roundtable, participants adopted a resolution outlining key priorities: integration of Green Chemistry, Green Pharmacy, ESG principles, and “Green Office” practices into the School of Pharmacy’s strategy in line with the university’s carbon neutrality roadmap for 2050; modernization of curricula to include competencies in pharmaceutical ecology and energy-efficient technologies; expansion of practice-oriented training using research infrastructure; and promotion of commercialization of student and research startups, including plant-based and eco-friendly products.

Participants also stressed the importance of collaborating with domestic manufacturers to implement environmental management standards and improve waste management technologies. The roundtable provided a platform for knowledge exchange and strategic planning to advance sustainable development in pharmaceutical science and education in Kazakhstan.