Centers & Institutes

Research Centers

 

Yessenov University operates specialized research centers focused on the most pressing scientific and technological challenges of our region and the world.

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Institute for Sustainable Development of Arid Lands (ISDA)

Conducts research on sustainable land use, ecology, and environmental protection in arid regions of Western Kazakhstan.

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Water Desalination & Purification Research Center

Develops innovative solar-powered desalination technologies and water treatment solutions for the Caspian region.

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Green Technologies Center

Focuses on renewable energy, sustainable engineering, and green innovation for industrial and environmental applications.

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Scientific & Analytical Laboratory

Provides high-precision analytical services and supports research in chemistry, ecology, geology, and material science.

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Caspian Ecosystem Monitoring & Ecology Center

Monitors and assesses the ecological state of the Caspian Sea using satellite data, field research, and GIS technologies.

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Greenhouse & Agro-Technology Research

Researches modern agricultural technologies, biodiversity preservation, and sustainable land management in Kazakhstan.

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Regional Scientific Research Center

Covers humanities, linguistics, history, and social sciences — preserving and studying the cultural heritage of the Mangystau region.

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Research Institute

Institute for Sustainable Development
of Arid Lands (ISDA)

Mission

To conduct scientific research and experimental-design work in relevant fields for the sustainable development of countries, regions, and cities located in desert, semi-desert, and steppe zones with low precipitation and hot climates.

Priority Research Directions

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Alternative Energy & Green Hydrogen
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Water Desalination & Reuse
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Oil & Gas Processing Technologies
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Ecology & Agriculture
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Digitalization
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Cultural Heritage & Tourism

Institute Objectives


Development of innovative technologies and equipment

Scientific research and commercialization of results

Implementation of latest achievements in science and technology

Scientific and consultancy support for investment projects in Mangystau region

 

 
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Laboratory

Scientific & Analytical
Expert Laboratory

Purpose

Conducting experimental-industrial tests and implementing scientific research results into production practice.

Core Mission

Facilitating implementation of scientific programs in fundamental and applied science, and supporting preparation of master’s and doctoral dissertations.

Laboratory Equipment

KFK-3KM Spectrophotometer
Spectral range: 325–1000 nm
MGA-915M Atomic Absorption Spectrometer
Spectral range: 190–600 nm
Flyuorat-02-2M Liquid Analyzer
Spectral range: 190–600 nm
TKA-LYUKS Lux Meter
Range: 1–200,000 lux
BAMM-1 Barometer-Aneroid
Range: 80–106 kPa
OKTAVA-110A Sound Level Meter
Vibration measurement

Analysis Capabilities by Sample Type

Sample Type
Parameters
Drinking Water
Organoleptic: 4 indicators
Physical properties: 3
Harmful substances: 41
Natural Water (surface, sea, underground)
Physical properties: 3
Harmful substances: 18
Elements: 6
Wastewater (incl. industrial, drilling)
Physical properties: 4
Harmful substances: 13
Elements: 16
Soil, Sediments, Drilling Sludge
Physicochemical: 14
Harmful substances: 17
Elements: 11
Atmospheric Air (settlements & industrial zones)
Elements: 33–40 indicators
Radioactive Contamination
Gamma radiation exposure dose
Alpha-beta particle flux density
Physical Factors
Noise, sound, illumination
Microclimate, temperature, humidity, air velocity, atmospheric pressure

Core Services


Soil contamination monitoring, research and analysis

Drinking water, groundwater, surface water and seawater contamination analysis

Radioactive contamination monitoring and analysis

Monitoring of marine and coastal pollution from oil & gas industry operations

Practical and methodological consulting services on environmental monitoring

 

 
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Agro-Technology Center

YESSENOV ZHYLJAY
Greenhouse & Agricultural Research

About

Sh. Yessenov Caspian State University of Technology and Engineering established YESSENOV ZHYLJAY to support commercial agriculture through science, professional talent, and technology. Operating since autumn 2019, the center grows a wide range of crops — vegetables, greens, cucumbers, tomatoes, and other plants — using advanced technologies. It focuses on comprehensive agricultural development, hydroponics, and training of engineers and agronomists in modern methodologies.

Research Activities


Modern greenhouse and hydroponic technologies

Biodiversity preservation and sustainable land management

Agricultural productivity research in arid conditions

Training of engineers and agronomists in advanced methodologies

Comprehensive plant growing across all major crop categories

Key Facts

2019
Year established — operating since autumn 2019
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Vegetables, greens, cucumbers, tomatoes, herbs and other crops
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Student and doctoral researcher training base