Dr. Aynur Musakulkyzy, Doctor of Technical Sciences, is an experienced expert with over 20 years of professional experience in water quality research. She has devoted her academic and professional career to the study and advancement of methodologies for water analysis and environmental monitoring. Dr. Musakulkyzy has contributed to numerous scientific projects aimed at improving water treatment technologies and promoting environmental sustainability. Currently, she holds a research position at a leading scientific institution, where she mentors young researchers and collaborates in interdisciplinary environmental studies. Her expertise is widely recognized within the scientific community, and she actively participates in professional conferences and technical committees.
Professor Dr. Christian Opp is a distinguished scholar and professor at Philipps University of Marburg, Germany. Holding a doctoral degree in natural sciences, he has built an outstanding academic career in the fields of physical geography and environmental research. Professor Opp is widely recognized for his work on soil erosion, hydrology, and landscape ecology, with numerous publications in peer-reviewed journals and edited volumes. His interdisciplinary approach integrates natural and social sciences, with a strong focus on sustainable land management and environmental risk assessment. In addition to teaching and research, he has been actively involved in international scientific collaborations and academic advisory boards, earning respect as a leading researcher and educator in the global environmental science community.
Professor Nariman Amirgaliyevich Amirgaliyev, Doctor of Geographical Sciences, is one of Kazakhstan’s most prominent scholars in the field of hydrochemistry. With a strong and interdisciplinary academic foundation, he has significantly contributed to advancing the understanding of aquatic processes and water resource management in Central Asia. Professor Amirgaliyev is the author of over 200 monographs and scientific publications, many of which have become key references in the field. His work has shaped national water policies and informed environmental research across the region. Highly respected in academic circles, he continues to play a leading role in mentoring young scientists and promoting the development of hydrochemical science.
Dr. Azamat S. Madibekov is the Head of the Laboratory of Hydrochemistry and Environmental Toxicology and an Associate Professor with extensive experience in environmental sciences. He is a highly qualified researcher specializing in the study of ecological processes and environmental safety. Dr. Madibekov is the author of several monographs and educational manuals, making a significant contribution to the development of hydrochemical and ecotoxicological research in Kazakhstan. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated a strong commitment to scientific excellence and interdisciplinary collaboration, playing a key role in the development of national environmental monitoring strategies and academic programs.
Dr. Laura Ismukhanova, PhD, is a Senior Researcher at the Laboratory of Hydrochemistry and Environmental Toxicology at the Institute of Geography and Water Safety and a Senior Lecturer at Al-Farabi Kazakh National University. Holding a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, a Master of Science degree, and a PhD, she has extensive research experience in monitoring the levels and spatial distribution of harmful substances in the natural environment—including surface waters, bottom sediments, soils, solid atmospheric deposits, and aquatic organisms—and assessing their impact on ecosystems. She is highly qualified in aquatic toxicology and atomic absorption spectrophotometry. Dr. Laura Ismukhanova is the author of 92 scientific publications, including three monographs (one as sole author), and holds 12 authorship certificates.
Zhádi Askhat has been working in the field of water quality research for over 10 years. He is currently a third-year doctoral student at Kazakh National Agrarian Research University. At present, he is working as a junior researcher at the Institute of Geography and Water Security. He also works as a senior lecturer at Al-Farabi Kazakh National University.
