KazNMU Pharmacy Students

Students from the School of Pharmacy at S.D. Asfendiyarov Kazakh National Medical University (KazNMU) continue to make headlines on the international stage, showcasing their knowledge and innovation at the prestigious GxP-Fest. Organized by the Eurasian Academy of Good Practices with support from the Ministry of Industry and Trade of the Russian Federation and the Eurasian Economic Commission, this annual competition serves as a key platform for future pharmacists across the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) and neighboring countries.

KazNMU’s ongoing success at GxP-Fest is a testament to the university’s commitment to academic excellence and professional training in pharmaceutical sciences. Over the past three years, KazNMU has consistently ranked among the top-performing institutions, with its students and faculty excelling in areas such as Good Pharmaceutical Practices (GxP), regulatory frameworks, and digital pharmacy innovation.

In 2023, KazNMU’s team “XPLOSION” stood out among 92 student teams from seven countries, including Azerbaijan, Armenia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, and Russia, earning a well-deserved 3rd place. Their achievement was mirrored by the university’s faculty team, which placed 2nd among 41 teams representing 61 universities. This group, led by Professor Z. Sakipova and Associate Professors L. Ibragimova, K. Kozhanova, and T. Bekezhanova, demonstrated the strength of KazNMU’s academic staff and their mentorship in guiding student success.

The university’s accomplishments grew even stronger in 2024, with a more advanced competition format that introduced two key tracks: “GxP – Good Pharmaceutical Practices” and a forward-looking hackathon titled “Digital Pharmacy of the Future.” KazNMU fielded two student teams—“Pantone 682 pc” and “MET Pharm”—both of which advanced to the finals.

The team “Pantone 682 pc” captured 1st place in the GxP quest, showcasing superior knowledge in pharmaceutical standards and regulatory compliance. In the hackathon segment, the project “Digital Prototyping and Component Reproduction for Pharmaceutical Equipment,” developed by Sergey Shvets and Musa Sultanbekov, won 1st place, outshining international competition with a forward-thinking approach to pharmaceutical manufacturing. Additionally, the AI-powered “Risk Management System” by Satour Abdul-Aziz and Mukhammadali Khodjametov earned 3rd place, underlining KazNMU’s emphasis on technological innovation in pharmacy.

In another impressive victory, the team of first-year master’s students, Sergey Shvets and Stanislav Ledenev, secured 1st place in the “Digital Pharma of the Future” nomination, surpassing peers from both regional and global universities.

Looking ahead to GxP-Fest 2025 in Moscow, KazNMU is already preparing a new cohort of top-performing pharmacy students. According to preliminary reports, these students are undergoing intensive training in pharmaceutical quality systems and digital technologies, reinforcing the university’s goal to maintain and exceed its past achievements.

KazNMU’s consistent performance at GxP-Fest is more than a series of accolades—it is a reflection of Kazakhstan’s growing presence in international pharmaceutical education. Participation in the competition contributes significantly to the development of students’ professional competencies, fosters international collaboration, and builds valuable networks in research and innovation. With each year, KazNMU not only raises the standard for pharmaceutical education in the region but also inspires a new generation of leaders in pharmacy.