KazNMU and JoVE Educator Innovation Awards

Asfendiyarov Kazakh National Medical University (KazNMU) has earned significant international recognition after being named a finalist in the prestigious JoVE Educator Innovation Awards 2025 in the Educator category. This notable achievement highlights the university’s growing global presence and its commitment to advancing innovative teaching practices.

Following a highly competitive selection process, Assistant Professor Madaliyeva Sanam Khakimovna, a faculty member of Asfendiyarov KazNMU, successfully advanced to the final round of the awards. By reaching this stage, she represented not only her own academic achievements but also KazNMU’s broader educational initiatives on the international stage.

The call for applications for the JoVE Educator Innovation Awards was announced in late September 2025 and remained open until November 21, 2025. The competition attracted widespread global interest, with more than 1,000 applications submitted by universities and educational institutions from around the world. This strong response underscored the prestige of the award and the growing emphasis on innovation in modern education.

All submitted applications underwent a multi-stage expert evaluation process. During this rigorous review, international experts carefully assessed each project based on several key criteria, including the originality of teaching methods, contributions to the development of contemporary education, and the practical relevance and applicability of the proposed initiatives. Only the most outstanding submissions progressed through each stage.

The official results of the competition were announced on January 23, 2026. Out of over a thousand applicants, only five educators worldwide advanced to the final stage. Among them was Assistant Professor Madaliyeva Sanam Khakimovna of KazNMU, a result that reflects both the exceptional quality of her work and the intense level of competition.

Reaching the final of the JoVE Educator Innovation Awards is a significant accomplishment for KazNMU. It confirms the university’s strong academic and pedagogical potential, as well as its increasing recognition within the international educational community. Moreover, this success highlights the professionalism, creativity, and dedication of KazNMU’s faculty members, who continue to implement innovative approaches to teaching and learning.

The university extends its sincere gratitude to the JoVE team for their ongoing support of educational initiatives and their commitment to fostering innovation in education worldwide. Competitions such as these play an essential role in encouraging educators to share best practices, explore new methodologies, and contribute to the global transformation of education.

For KazNMU, being named a finalist in this prestigious competition represents not only an important milestone but also a powerful incentive for further development. The achievement strengthens the university’s motivation to expand international cooperation, invest in educational innovation, and continue preparing highly qualified professionals who meet global standards.