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Natural Resources Center

The Natural Resources Center of Osh State University was established by order of the rector in November 2021.

Mission: The center’s mission is to conduct comprehensive research on the natural resources of southern Kyrgyzstan, applying modern methods and technologies to ensure their conservation, sustainable development, and rational use in accordance with current environmental legislation. The center evaluates the condition and potential of natural resources and develops effective strategies for their utilization.

In addition, the center prepares scientific articles for the defense sector, offers consulting services for publication in SCOPUS, RSCI, and other indexed journals, and designs and implements research projects.

 

 

Mountain Ecosystem Protection and Green Innovations Consulting Center

According to the order of the Rector of Osh State University, and in line with the programs announced by the President of the country, Sadyr Japarov, in cooperation with local communities — “Green Legacy” and “Mountain Ecosystem Conservation and Climate Resilience” — the Mountain Ecosystem Protection and Green Innovations Consulting Center was established at Osh State University to implement these programs in practice.

The Center pursues the following objectives:

  • Developing ecological scientific projects

  • Establishing connections with international organizations and finding funding sources and donors to implement projects in practice

  • Coordinating and commercializing projects

  • Conducting ecological educational activities as well as ecological scientific research, particularly among diverse layers of mountain populations

The MountainEcoConsulting Center involves leading researchers and practitioners from OshSU and higher education institutions in Osh in various fields including biology, chemistry, geography, agriculture and forestry, geodesy, geoecology, medicine, economics, social work, pedagogy, world languages and culture, international relations, history, law, psychology, etc., to carry out scientific research and project implementation.

Since its establishment, the Center, in collaboration with partners, has successfully implemented the following ecological projects:

  • “Kurb-Tash Forest” (2019–2024) – Funded by private contributions, OshSU, Jalpak-Tash Village Council, the State Emergency Service of the Kyrgyz Republic, Aga Khan Foundation, and USAID.

  • “Restoration of Soil Layers Degraded by Landslides: Forestry and Melioration Measures and Biorecultivation to Protect Mountain Ecosystems under Climate Change Conditions” (2025) – Funded by the Ministry of Education and Science of the Kyrgyz Republic; to be implemented in 2025–2027.

  • BIOM Eco-Association project – Assessing the condition of felled trees and green areas in Osh city due to reconstruction activities and their impact on public health, including phytopathological and medical expertise (2025).

  • OshSU internal grant projects exhibition – 2025 – Won the “Best Project for Green Economy Development – 2025” category; the “Innovative Nursery” project is being implemented.

The Center closely collaborates with international organizations such as USAID, Aga Khan Foundation, ADB, IVMI, PACE, BIOM, and others.

 

 

Center for Cancer Research, Prevention and Innovation

Background and Rationale

The Center was established within the framework of a World Bank-funded project aimed at promoting research and innovation in oncology and related medical fields.

Goals and Objectives

The primary goal of the Center is to conduct advanced scientific research, introduce innovative technologies for the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, and train highly qualified specialists.

Key objectives:

  • develop and implement new educational programs in oncology, radiology, and medical informatics, including residency, master’s, and PhD programs;
  • conduct clinical and applied research using advanced technologies, including artificial intelligence and bioinformatics;
  • develop databases and analytical systems for personalized medicine;
  • organize educational and awareness-raising activities for healthcare professionals and the general public;
  • promote international cooperation with leading universities and medical centers.

Development Strategy (2025–2029)

  • equip laboratories and IT systems with modern technologies and state-of-the-art equipment for molecular and radiological research;
  • conduct joint research projects with universities in Kyrgyzstan and abroad;
  • introduce innovative approaches to cancer prevention and diagnosis;
  • ensure the Center’s sustainable operation through grants, international projects, and educational services.

Key Areas of Activity

  • scientific research in cancer prevention, diagnosis, and treatment;
  • educational programs for students, residents, postgraduate students, and healthcare professionals;
  • analysis of medical data using information technology;
  • public awareness and educational activities focused on cancer prevention;
  • international scientific and academic cooperation.