Dr. Issayeva has demonstrated clear promise as a young researcher with a strong foundation in synthetic organic and pharmaceutical chemistry. Her contributions to the development of antimicrobial agents, supported by patents and peer-reviewed publications, reflect scientific rigor and innovation. The combination of advanced education, professional training, research productivity, and awards highlights her as a dynamic figure in Kazakhstan’s scientific community.

🎓 Education

Ulzhalgas Issayeva has a solid academic foundation in chemistry and pharmaceutical sciences. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Technology of Organic Substances from Al-Farabi Kazakh National University (2008–2012), focusing her diploma work on the synthesis of halogenated propargyl alcohols. She continued her studies with a Master’s degree in Natural Sciences from Abai Kazakh National Pedagogical University (2014–2016), researching new unsaturated derivatives of piperidine. She completed her PhD in Pharmaceutical Production Technology at Asfendiyarov Kazakh National Medical University (2018–2021), with a dissertation focused on the chemical development of bioactive substances based on piperidine-containing esters and amides of fluorobenzoic acids.

💼 Experience

Dr. Issayeva brings over a decade of professional experience in scientific research and pharmaceutical chemistry. From 2012 to 2022, she worked as a Junior Researcher at the A.B. Bekturov Institute of Chemical Sciences, engaging in synthetic and natural drug compound development. Since 2022, she has been serving as a Chief Scientific Researcher at the National Center for Scientific Research, Training, and Education in Civil Protection under the Ministry of Emergency Situations of Kazakhstan. Her professional development also includes internships, notably at SANTO Pharmaceutical in Shymkent and the University of Pécs, Hungary, where she enhanced her expertise in advanced analytical techniques like gas-liquid chromatography and atomic absorption spectroscopy.

🛠 Skills

Dr. Issayeva possesses a versatile skill set that spans analytical chemistry, synthetic drug development, and laboratory research. She demonstrates strong teamwork, organizational, and analytical skills. She is proficient in computer applications and fluent in Kazakh (native), Russian, and has an advanced command of English. Her certifications include Good Clinical Laboratory Practice (GCLP) and compliance with ISO/IEC 17025:2019 standards, underscoring her competence in laboratory quality systems.

🏅 Awards & Certifications

Recognized for her contributions to science, Dr. Issayeva was awarded the prestigious State Scholarship for Talented Young Scientists by the Ministry of Education and Science of the Republic of Kazakhstan in 2019. She also received the “Үздік жас ғалым – 2023” (“Best Young Scientist – 2023”) award. She holds certifications in Good Clinical Laboratory Practice, covering organizational standards, SOPs, validation processes, and laboratory operations, as well as ISO 17025 for testing and calibration lab competencies.

🔬 Research Focus

Dr. Issayeva’s research focuses on the synthesis and development of biologically active compounds, particularly piperidine-based derivatives with antimicrobial properties. She has co-authored multiple peer-reviewed publications in the field of medicinal chemistry and holds patents for novel compounds exhibiting antimicrobial activity. Her scientific contributions advance pharmaceutical technology, especially in the search for effective bioactive molecules. Her work bridges fundamental chemistry and applied pharmaceutical research, contributing to Kazakhstan’s national and international scientific progress.

Aleksandar M. Đorđević has demonstrated strong scientific capability in synthesizing and applying advanced materials for chemical sensing and environmental remediation. His work is methodologically sound, application-driven, and contributes to solving real-world environmental challenges. The combination of academic research and practical chemical applications is notable and highly commendable.

📘 Education 

Aleksandar M. Đorđević holds two Master of Science degrees from the University of Belgrade. He earned his MSc in Physical Chemistry from the Faculty of Physical Chemistry in 2015, with a thesis focused on the Electroanalytical determination of phenols. Prior to that, he completed an MSc in Chemistry in 2014 at the Faculty of Chemistry, with a thesis on The educational role of chemistry teachers. He began his academic journey with a BSc in Chemistry from the same faculty in 2013, completing a thesis on Concepts about atomic structure, chemical symbols and formulas across educational levels.