From June 2 to June 10, 2026, the Department conducted the final certification of graduates of the educational programs “6B05101 – Biotechnology” and “6B05102 – Bioengineering and Bioinformatics.” The final certification included a comprehensive examination in specialized disciplines and the defense of diploma theses.

A total of 35 students of the “6B05101 – Biotechnology” program were admitted to the final certification. Fourteen graduates took the comprehensive examination: 1 student received an “excellent” grade, 12 received “good,” and 1 received “satisfactory.” Twenty-one graduates successfully defended their diploma theses, including 13 who received “excellent” grades and 8 who received “good” grades.

The Commission noted the high level of graduate training, as well as the relevance and practical significance of the research presented. Among the best diploma projects were the studies conducted by Asel Muratkyzy Sapakova and Anel Baglankyzy Zhaksylyk. Special recognition was given to the thesis of Fariza Abaevna Kubytaeva, entitled “GWAS Analysis of Genetic Risk Factors for Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus.” The Commission highly appreciated the scientific quality of the study, as well as the application of modern bioinformatics methods and artificial intelligence tools in genomic data analysis.

For the “6B05102 – Bioengineering and Bioinformatics” program, 2 students were admitted to the final certification. One graduate successfully passed the comprehensive examination with a “good” grade. Gulshat Zholdasbaikyzy Zinatdinova defended her diploma thesis with an “excellent” grade. Her research entitled “Development of Biotechnological Production from Melon Products and Investigation of Their Quality Indicators” was recognized as one of the best works of the year. During the defense, she demonstrated a high level of theoretical and practical training, confident command of modern biotechnological research methods, and strong skills in data analysis.

Based on the results of the Commission’s work, it was concluded that graduates of both educational programs possess the necessary professional competencies, demonstrate strong theoretical knowledge and practical skills, and are well prepared for further scientific and professional activitie.