2024-03-28T09:33:38Zhttp://nur.nu.edu.kz/oai/requestoai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/4542018-08-15T03:50:25Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Coordinating academic programmes of secondary schooling and higher education institutions of Kazakhstan in the context of the international experience
Kurakbayev, K.
Bridges, D.
secondary schooling
higher education
NUGSE
University of Cambridge Faculty of Education
The international research project “Coordinating Academic Programmes of Secondary Schooling and Higher Education Institutions of Kazakhstan in the Context of the International Experience” grew out of a partnership between the newly established Nazarbayev University Graduate School of Education (NUGSE) and the University of Cambridge Faculty of Education.
The funding for the study was provided by the Ministry of Education and Science of the Republic of Kazakhstan through Nazarbayev University Graduate School of Education.
2015-10-26T06:43:15Z
2015-10-26T06:43:15Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/454
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/4572018-08-15T03:49:36Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Enhancing management systems and ensuring quality of education in the Republic of Kazakhstan in the context of the world best practicies
Sagintayeva, A.
Hartley, M.
education system in Kazakhstan
academic leaders
institutional autonomy
This has been a collaborative research project involving researchers at Nazarbayev University Graduate School of Education and the University of Pennsylvania’s Graduate School of Education. The principal investigators were Aida Sagintayeva (NUGSE) and Matthew Hartley (Penn GSE).
The purpose of this project was to learn how academic leaders at a set of six public and private institutions in Kazakhstan are preparing for greater institutional autonomy and encouraging innovation. The goal has been to identify both challenges as well as models of best practice that other institutions in Kazakhstan, the region, and elsewhere might learn from.
2015-10-26T08:24:18Z
2015-10-26T08:24:18Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/457
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/4592018-08-15T03:49:38Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Internationalization as a strategic factor in the development of education and science in the Republic of Kazakhstan in the environment of socio-economic globalization
Sagintayeva, A.
Perna, Laura W.
First research week
education and science
socio-economic globalization
international programs
Bolashak program
This has been a collaborative research project involving researchers at Nazarbayev University Graduate School of Education and the University of Pennsylvania’s Graduate School of Education. The principal investigators were Aida Sagintayeva (NUGSE) and Laura Perna (Penn GSE).
The goal of the research project was to explore the role of strategies for internationalizing higher education in developing a nation’s human capital. The research team identified and categorized higher education internationalization strategies adopted by nations across the globe and studied in-depth the factors influencing participation in and the benefits of the international student exchange programs sponsored by the Republic of Kazakhstan.
2015-10-26T08:36:06Z
2015-10-26T08:36:06Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/459
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/4612018-08-15T03:49:36Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Stepping stones: recording the voices of the past
Sagintayeva, A.
PDP faculty and staff
students of the PDP
education system in Kazakhstan
preserving cultural values
oral history of Kazakhstan
Kazakhstan’s education currently responds to a matrix of past, present and impending imperatives.The challenge for the new regime is to drive forward reform that takes these imperatives into account in new, coherent, and sustainable ways. Each of our interviewees talked of the confidence and steadfastness that should nourish all those who would march forward into a brave new world. But the message they leave us is clear: No matter how smooth or rocky the path might be that lies ahead, it is only through knowledge, noble action, hard work, perseverance - and the search for excellence - that we can change.
2015-10-26T09:13:30Z
2015-10-26T09:13:30Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/461
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/4632018-08-15T03:50:25Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Mapping and evaluating the major famines of modern times
Wheatcroft, S.G.
Garnaut, A.
O’Grada, C.
Bishop, I.
Soviet famine
This abstract reports on an international project being carried out at Nazarbayev University that provides a more detailed picture of the geography and chronology of the largest famines of the twentieth century. Our preliminary results on the Soviet famine of 1932-33 challenge many of the conventional views. Because of international interest in this work, preliminary results concerning mapping the Soviet famine have been published in Russia and Ukraine, and are available on the website of the Russian State Archive Administration.
2015-10-26T09:31:19Z
2015-10-26T09:31:19Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/463
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/4652018-08-15T03:49:36Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
The empire of custom: Indian&Central Asia in 18th&19th century french language literatures
Hammerbeck, D.
orientalism
french literature
My thesis in this paper is that Orientalism in South and Central Asia is not and has not been a strictly homogeneous phenomenon: instead it has reflected different Western ideas and perceptions on these areas, some which display an acute understanding of the area, and some less so, although certain trends have dominated, resulting in a complex exchange of ideas, one that continues in the 21st century.
2015-10-26T10:00:09Z
2015-10-26T10:00:09Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/465
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/4682018-08-15T03:49:35Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Mandibular growth and development in australopithecus robustus
Cofran, Z.
australopithecus robustus
mandibular anatomy
Australopithecus robustus has a distinct mandibular anatomy, with a broad and deep corpus and a tall, relatively upright ramus. How this anatomy arose through development is unknown, as gross mandibular size and shape change across subadult growth have yet to be examined quantitatively in this species.
2015-10-26T10:17:08Z
2015-10-26T10:17:08Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/468
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/4702018-08-15T03:49:35Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Relationship between city of graduation, english language proficiency and academic performance for Nazarbayev university students
Assylbekov, Zh.
IELTS
CPS
GPA scores
In this paper the author analyzes relationships between IELTS, CPS (foundation), GPA scores and cities where students graduated from high schools for students of Nazarbayev University (NU).
2015-10-26T11:01:47Z
2015-10-26T11:01:47Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/470
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/4712018-08-15T03:49:37Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Evaluation of communication between physicians and patients in Astana hospital # 1
Zhumadilova, A.
Craig, B. J.
Tsoy, A.
Gabdrakhmanova, A.
Bobak, M.
health care providers
healthcare professionals
The main finding of this study is the very small proportion of doctors, nurses and patients who believe that interaction should be patient-oriented. These results highlight the necessity of improvement of communication among health care providers towards patient-oriented approaches in order to decrease miscommunication with patients. The fact that most patients prefer doctor-oriented interaction may reflect cultural influences on interaction; educational interventions for patients may also be needed.
2015-10-27T04:13:17Z
2015-10-27T04:13:17Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/471
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/4732018-08-15T03:49:37Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Perceptions of control in health: cultural consideration
Craig, B. J.
Engstrom, M.C.
First research week
healthcare system
healthcare problems
This study investigates how much the citizens of Kazakhstan feel they have control over their own health. Efforts in health promotion build on the assumption that the public sees their current health choices and behaviors as related to and causes of particular health outcomes. Research shows that different populations demonstrate variance in health beliefs and attributions of health behaviors[1]. We examined the public’s perceived control over their health using the three subscales and whether these perceptions were correlated with health behaviors.
2015-10-27T04:24:18Z
2015-10-27T04:24:18Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/473
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/4832018-08-15T03:49:35Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Culture and maternity care in Kazakhstan: what new mothers expected
Craig, B. J.
Kabylbekova, Z.
healthcare system
maternity care
public health
childbirth preparation
childbirth preparation courses
Maternity care in Kazakhstan has been characterized as low in quality with low levels of public health knowledge. Previous research indicates childbirth preparation courses improve knowledge and encourage participation and decision making of mothers. Such courses, are rare in Kazakhstan. This study examined the benefits of childbirth preparation courses as well as the needs and expectations regarding childbirth care through the perspectives of new mothers.
The qualitative method of focus groups was chosen for this study in order to examine how people use and interpret meanings and messages in particular contexts. The criteria for participation included women who have given birth within the previous 12 months in Astana and had attended childbirth courses provided by the non-governmental organization SABI Astana.
2015-10-27T04:40:05Z
2015-10-27T04:40:05Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/483
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/4942018-08-15T03:49:37Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Teaching it with synthetic communities of practice
Overmyer, S.P.
Ivanov, I.
Fazylova, A.
Islam, S.
Kinayat, K.
Kussainov, K.
Sailuova, N.
Zhunisbekova, I.
problem-solving activities
synthetic communities of practice
NURIS
The goal of this research is to unleash the creative potential of computer science students by engaging them in problem-solving activities within immersive simulations of real-world problem domains. This engagement provides the experience of learning to create solutions to ill-defined, real-world problems in a risk-free, but constrained and adaptive environment. Our long-term intention is to exploit the value of communities of practice for individual students by determining the necessary and sufficient conditions
for the formation of synthetic communities of practice (SCoP). This SCoP typically involves one “live” student, and a “community” of intelligent agents.
2015-10-27T05:12:28Z
2015-10-27T05:12:28Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/494
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/5012018-08-15T03:49:35Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Mapping of eco-social and genetic factors of susceptibility of tuberculosis among the population of the Rebuplic of Kazakhstan
Akhmetova, A.
Rakhimova, S.
Kairov, U.
Abilova, Zh.
Askapuli, A.
Zhabagin, M.
Yerezhepov, D.
Abilmazhinova, A.
Molkenov, A.
Akilzhanova, A.
health problems in Kazakhstan
case-control study
tuberculosis in Kazakhstan
In this study combined design was used, which included: 1) Case-control study; 2) Molecular epidemiological study; and 3) Study of human genetic susceptibility to tuberculosis.This work is the first case-control study in Kazakhstan where complex factors of TB risk and their effects are estimated. The study confirmed the role of main risk factors of tuberculosis development in Kazakhstan: young age, single relationship status, living in rent apartment, smoking, diabetes and migration.
2015-10-27T05:28:37Z
2015-10-27T05:28:37Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/501
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/5042018-08-15T03:49:37Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Rage targeted strategies for Alzheimer`s Amyloid B peptide include blood brain barrier dysfunctions
Askarova, Sholpan
Tsoy, A.
Lee, J.C-M.
Alzheimer’s disease
healthcare system
This study demonstrated that Aβ binding to RAGE at the CECs and astrocytes surface is required for NADPH oxidase complex assembling, resulting in subsequent ROS generation and phosphorylation of cPLA2α. Therefore, understanding precise molecular mechanisms underlying Aβ mediated oxidative damage may provide new insights into the development of preventive and treatment strategies for AD.
2015-10-27T05:48:07Z
2015-10-27T05:48:07Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/504
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/5062018-08-15T03:50:25Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Carbon-polymer dressing for the treatment of chronic ulcers
Akhmetova, A. S.
Nurgozhin, T.S.
Mikhalovsky, S. V.
Saliev, T.
science
polymer materials
treatment of chronic ulcers
Cryogels are sponge-like, highly porous, interconnected hydrogels formed using a freezing process.They have a large surface area for wound contact and, in this case, with a selective barrier (agarose) that allows the passage of volatile malodorous molecules but not serum proteins. This way agarose scaffold absorbs wound exudate and incorporated activated carbon prevents odorous molecules from escaping. In this study, agarose cryogels, hydrogels and films and their composites with activated carbon (AC) were
studied as potential wound dressing materials.
2015-10-27T06:02:38Z
2015-10-27T06:02:38Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/506
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/5172018-08-15T03:49:35Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Isolation and characterization of stem cells from mouse colon
Bulanin, D.
Mustapova, Zh.
Begimbetova, D.
Kanafina, A.
Lagasse, E.
Stem cell biology
modern biomedical science
In our experiments, we used Rat Mammary Tumor cell line as a supporting feeder cell layer and the media supplemented with several grows factors for mouse colon SC growing and expansion. The goal of our experiments was to identify potential markers that can be used for simple isolation of the SC from mouse colon using flow cytometry techniques.
2015-10-27T06:25:43Z
2015-10-27T06:25:43Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/517
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/5242018-08-15T03:49:37Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
The Central Asian journal of global health to increase science productivity
Freese, K.
Shubnikov, E.
LaPorte, R.
Adambekov, S.
Askarova, Sholpan
Zhumadilov, Z.
Linkov, F.
The Central Asian Journal of Global Health
research articles
open access journal
The Central Asian Journal of Global Health (CAJGH) is the first peer reviewed, open access journal in Central Asia (CA) aimed at those working in the areas of public health, medicine, and bioengineering. Specifically, it focuses on a geographic region that is oftentimes not highlighted by existing journals. While the main focus at CAJGH is placed on CA countries, submissions from other regions are encouraged as well. Many accepted publications have come from outside the CA region.
2015-10-27T08:29:15Z
2015-10-27T08:29:15Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/524
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/5262018-08-15T03:49:36Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Genetic architecture of Kazakh population
Kairov, U.
Molkenov, A.
Zhabagin, M.
Askapuli, A.
Abilmazhinova, A.
Akhmetova, A.
Yerezhepov, D.
Abilova, Zh.
Rahimova, S.
Zhumadilov, Zh.
Akilzhanova, A.
genetic architecture
Kazakh population
The aim of the project is to define genetic architecture of Kazakh population by sequencing and analyzing whole exomes and whole genomes of Kazakhs living in different regions of Kazakhstan
2015-10-27T08:56:05Z
2015-10-27T08:56:05Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/526
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/5342018-08-15T03:49:38Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Genetic, social, and behavioral risk factors for tuberculosis: preliminary results from a matched case-control study in Kazakhstan
Zhumadilov, Zh.
Issayeva, R.
Berikkhanova, K.
Terlikbayeva, A.
Darisheva, M.
Amirov, B.
Rakhimova, S.
Akilzhanova, A.
first research week
Tuberculosis control
case-control studies
We designed a case-control study to examine demographic, clinical, social and cultural factors associated with tuberculosis in four regions of Kazakhstan. Cases included persons identified by the national tuberculosis program as having primary pulmonary tuberculosis, and controls were healthy household members and randomly selected community residents.
2015-10-27T09:16:52Z
2015-10-27T09:16:52Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/534
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/5382018-08-15T03:49:38Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Nanostructured carbon adsorbents for haemoperfusion
Akhmetova, A. S.
Saliev, T.
Nurgozhin, T.S.
Mikhalovsky, S. V.
first research week
end stage renal disease
healthcare problems
500 million persons live with various kidney diseases. Chronic illness of kidneys eventually leads to the terminal stage known as end stage renal disease (ESRD). Dialysis is a life sustaining therapy for patients who progress to ESRD and do not receive a transplant. There are over one million ESRD patients on dialysis worldwide. Despite the relatively high cost of dialysis ($55,000 per patient per year) patient survival remains poor. Current dialysis systems remove small, water soluble metabolites but fail to remove significant amounts of higher molecular weight and protein bound uraemic toxins whose retention is most damaging. In this project an alternative extracorporeal treatment using adsorption as the main clearing process, is being developed.
2015-10-27T10:40:01Z
2015-10-27T10:40:01Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/538
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/5412018-08-15T03:49:37Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Creating prerequisites of personalized approach in the diagnosis and treatment of tuberculosis, based on whole genome-sequencing of M.tuberculosis
Molkenov, A.
Abilmazhinova, A.
Akhmetova, A.
Chingisova, L.
Bismilda, V.
Yerezhepov, D.
Kozhamkulov, U.
Abilova, Zh.
Askapuli, A.
Zhabagin, M.
Kairov, U.
Rahimova, S.
Zhumadilov, Zh.
Akilzhanova, A.
first research week
Tuberculosis
healthcare problems
The next generation sequencing technology provides a tool to obtain genetic data from clinically isolates M.tuberculosis. Using it we can clarify the factors cause of the formation of highly virulent strains of M.tuberculosis, the evolution of local strains, and genetic markers of drug resistance, which will pave the personalized approach in the diagnosis and treatment of TB.
2015-10-27T11:25:10Z
2015-10-27T11:25:10Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/541
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/5422018-08-15T03:49:39Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Induction of apoptosis by ultra-low intensity ultrasound for cancer treatment
Saliev, T.
Tachibana, K.
Campbell, P.A.
first research week
cancer treatment
cancer cells
healthcare problems
blood cancer
The purpose for the present study is to quantify the biological effects of ultra-low intensity and its ability to induce the apoptosis in cancer cells, mainly characterized via cell viability and apoptosis assays, and including scenarios with ultrasound-contrast agent presence.
2015-10-28T04:11:45Z
2015-10-28T04:11:45Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/542
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/5432018-08-15T03:49:38Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Role of ROS in AB42 mediated cell surface p-selectin expression and actin polymerization
Tsoy, A.
Askarova, Sholpan
Shalakhmetova, T.
Umbayev, B.
Adambekov, S.
Zhumadilov, Z.
first research week
cells
ROS generation
The results of our study have indicated that Aβ42 induces expression of P-selectin on the surface of bEnd3 cells and promotes actin polymerization in a time dependent manner, and all these events correlate with ROS generation. The rapid, posttranslational cell signaling response mediated by ROS, may well represent an important physiological trigger of the micro vascular inflammatory response in AD and requires further investigations.
2015-10-28T04:35:28Z
2015-10-28T04:35:28Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/543
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/5442018-08-15T03:50:25Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Nanoparticle based wound dressings with microwave-enhanced antimicrobial function
Kulsharova, G.
Saliev, T.
Akhmetova, A.
Nurgozhin, T.
Mikhalovsky, S. V.
first research week
bacterial infection
bactericidal activity
antimicrobial activity
The purpose of this project is to develop a system capable of eliminating the bacterial infection in clinical environment, by means of new type of wound dressing based on macroporous polymer hydrogel matrix. The matrix has embedded conductive nanoparticles with antimicrobial and bactericidal activity, which can be enhanced by external application of microwaves.
2015-10-28T04:46:01Z
2015-10-28T04:46:01Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/544
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/5452018-08-15T03:49:36Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Cell therapeutic approaches for the treatment of experimentally induced liver fibrosis
Askarova, Sholpan
Umbayev, B.
Tsoy, A.
Bulanin, D.
Ongarbayeva, N.
Shalakhmetova, T.
first research week
healthcare
liver fibrosis
The results of our study provide evidence that HT improved animal survival and liver functions by generating an ectopic hepatic mass inside the Peyer’s patches. These observations point to the conclusion that hepatocyte transplantation into lymph nodes would improve efficacy of cell –based therapy of patients with liver fibrosis and cirrhosis.
2015-10-28T05:15:40Z
2015-10-28T05:15:40Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/545
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/5462018-08-15T03:49:37Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Polymer coating enhances affinity of bone marrow-derived MSCS to bone
Yantsen, Y.
Askarova, Sholpan
Adambekov, S.
Murata, H.
Andersen, J.
D’Souza, S.
Edington, C.
Koepsel, R.
Russell, A.
first research week
polymer
science
Bone remodeling
The polymer coated cells were shown to be stably attached to bone fragments for at least 2 hours, confirming the bone targeting potential of the polymer. Our next step will be to test this approach in rat model of osteoporosis to determine its actual performance in vivo.
2015-10-28T05:27:49Z
2015-10-28T05:27:49Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/546
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/5482018-08-15T03:49:36Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
The possible role of social selection in the distribution of major haplotypes of Y-chromosome haplogroup C3 in Central Asian populations
Zhabagin, M.
Sabitov, Zh.
Tarlykov, P.
Dibirova, H.
Bogunova, A.
Tazhigulova, I.
Frolova, S.
Isakova, Zh.
Nymadawa, P.
Zakharov, I.
Balanovsky, O.
first research week
Central Asian populations
Mongol Empire
Genghis Khan
Mongol expansion
There is a strong connection between social selection and birth rate of the descendants, whose fathers had achieved high social status during the expansion of the Mongol Empire and associated historical events. We suppose this major ancestral haplotype to be the “proto-Mongolian haplotype”, inherited by Genghis Khan and his descendants. It can be assumed that the four common haplotypes also spread as a result of positive social selection, because some clans were endowed with a number of privileges and high
status during the Mongol expansion.
2015-10-28T08:08:32Z
2015-10-28T08:08:32Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/548
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/5492018-08-15T03:49:39Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Development of an improved extracorporeal gas exchange device for future pediatric application
Zhumadilov, Zh.
Mussin, Y.
Bulanin, D.
Federspiel, W.J.
Wearden, P.
Kuhn, N.
first research week
pediatric application
oxygen supply
Hemolung Respiratory Support system
At present, severe respiratory failure is a leading cause of neonatal and pediatric mortality in Kazakhstan. Ventilator therapy is not always applicable and do not allow to manage effectively the formidable complications of the diseases. The main focus of the project is the development of one of the methods that provides direct oxygen supply to the blood and CO2 removal, bypassing the hematoalveolar barrier and avoiding the risks of currently used extracorporeal life support devices. The overall goal was to modify an existing CO2 removal device (Hemolung) to meet the required parameters for
pediatric application.
2015-10-28T08:23:00Z
2015-10-28T08:23:00Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/549
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/5522018-08-15T03:49:38Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Development of a multivalent vaccine against human herpesviruses
Baiken, Y.
Mussabekova, A.
Aituov, B.
Kashikova, S.
Bexeitov, Y.
Alibek, K.
first research week
multivalent vaccine
human herpesvirus
Current work demonstrates use of modern in silico tools for predicting peptide-based vaccine candidates. Four out of twenty one showed good HSV-2 neutralization activity. Further investigation is needed to obtain effective anti-HSV protective vaccine candidates. Future directions of this work will be further optimization of epitope selection strategy and use of other search algorithms.
2015-10-28T08:39:10Z
2015-10-28T08:39:10Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/552
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/5542018-08-15T03:49:38Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Development of an optical biosensor for diagnosis of tuberculosis
Kanayeva, D.
Bekmurzayeva, A.
Bekniyazov, I.
Rakhmetova, A.
Sypabekova, M.
Ashikbayeva, Z.
Akan, M.
Wang, R.
Lum, J.
Li, Y.
first research week
healthcare problems
Tuberculosis control
optical biosensor
Tuberculosis (TB) is an airborne disease caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis. TB is the leading cause of morbidity and mortality in the developing world. Early and accurate diagnosis of TB would greatly enhance the treatment and prevention of the disease. Current methods of TB detection suffer from various limitations such as low specificity and sensitivity, being too complex and expensive. In the present work, we aim to develop an optical biosensor based on DNA aptamers, quantum dot (QD) crystals and magnetic nanoparticles (MNP) for detection of MPT64 protein, specific to M.tuberculosis. Aptamer-MNP conjugate is used for separation of MPT64 from solution, while aptamer-QD is used to detect its presence afterwards using fluorometer.
2015-10-28T08:57:50Z
2015-10-28T08:57:50Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/554
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/5562018-08-15T03:49:38Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Rational design of new chemical drugs based on compounds that block the pores in cell membranes
Kakpenova, A.
Zhanbossinova, A.
Negmetzhanov, B.
Tauanov, Z.
Karginov, V.
Adilov, S.
Alibek, K.
first research week
chemical drugs
pharmaceuticals
Staphylococccus aureus infection
“Rational Drug Design” method is a new principle and methodology in producing pharmaceuticals based on precise and structure-oriented approach. The proposed method is based on principle of blocking the pores caused by Staphylococccus aureus (S. aureus) toxins in the membranes of host cells [1]. Design of β-cyclodextrin derivatives with precise geometry might be used for production of antibacterial and prophylactic pharmaceuticals against S. aureus infection.
2015-10-28T09:08:09Z
2015-10-28T09:08:09Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/556
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/5582018-08-15T03:49:39Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Novel organometallic compounds for cancer treatment
Zhanbossinova, A.
Yespolayeva, S.
Khamitova, G.
Negmetzhanov, B.
Alibek, K.
Adilov, S.
first research week
cancer treatment
anticancer activity
Incorporating indole, resorcinol, and porphyrin derivatives into ferrocene and ruthenium complexes could improve their anticancer activity. These compounds are furnished with functional groups which are expected to induce programmed cell death and show high selectivity to cancer cells. Currently, they are at the stage of in vitro testing for anticancer activity.
2015-10-28T09:19:19Z
2015-10-28T09:19:19Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/558
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/5602018-08-15T03:49:39Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Transcriptome of congenic mice with transient inflammatory arthritis: resque of C5 complement deficiency
Adarichev, V. A.
Sarkar, S.
Kalamov, N.
Brucker, J.
Forde, T. S.
Shekhani, M.T.
Lyons, B.
first research week
arthritis
science
We found that Pgis2-congenic mice that carry genetically-deficient copy of C5(Hc) complement component were susceptible to collagen antibody-induced arthritis while inflammation was transient. Using differential gene expression analysis tools, we identified 20 genes whose down/up regulation in Pgis2-congenic mice might rescue C5 complement deficiency or, in a wider sense, rescue the function of the entire Pgis2 locus.
2015-10-28T09:55:50Z
2015-10-28T09:55:50Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/560
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/5632018-08-15T03:49:38Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Design and development of multivalent peptide vaccine candidate against influenza a virus
Chinybayeva, A. K.
Kabdullina, A.
Soltabayeva, A.
Myngbay, A.
Adarichev, V. A.
Alibek, K.
first research week
Influenza virus
vaccine research
Influenza virus is a major pathogen with global spread which infects birds and mammals, including humans. The virus is constantly changing, thus influenza stays in the centre of vaccine research. Effective vaccine should have a wide spectrum of protection from the most circulating and dangerous subtypes of the virus. Our goals are identifying the most immunogenic peptide epitopes among three subtypes of Influenza A virus (H1N1, H3N2 и H5N1) according to affinity to MHC class I & II molecules, and finding epitopes localized in conservative regions of the viral proteome. We propose to screen synthetic oligopeptides emulating conservative and immunogenic regions for the strongest humoral and cell
mediated responses in mice to select several epitopes/peptides as multivalent peptide vaccine candidate.
2015-10-28T10:12:16Z
2015-10-28T10:12:16Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/563
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/5652018-08-15T03:49:38Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Prediction of the protein conformation via pattern recognition and constraint satisfaction methods
Matkarimov, B.
Takhanov, R.
first research week
bioinformatics software
proteins
biomacromolecules
The prediction of the native structure of proteins given their amino acid sequence is one of the central problems in modern computational biology/biophysics/biochemistry and computer science. Today there are more than 80000 3D structures of various biomacromolecules in the open access, e.g. in Protein Data Bank (PDB), and these databases have exponential growth rate. The project goal is to design and implement computing experiments related to biomacromolecular folding. This includes the development of high performance bioinformatics software.
2015-10-28T10:28:12Z
2015-10-28T10:28:12Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/565
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/5692018-08-15T03:49:36Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Development of non-integrative autonomously replicating vectors for epigenetic reprogramming of somatic cells
Shustov, A. V.
Baltabekova, A.Zh.
Evtyhova, L.B.
Ramankulov, Ye.M.
first research week
cells
induced pluripotent stem cells
viruses
The idea of the project is to utilize the genome of well-described alphavirus VEE as vector for delivery and expression of the human pluripotency factors used for epigenetic reprogramming of somatic cells, namely Nanog, Oct3/4, Sox2, Klf4, and c-Myc. To
date, no non-integrative viral vectors for epigenetic reprogramming of cells are available, except for the system utilizing the genome of negative strand RNA-virus, Sendai paramyxovirus.
2015-10-28T11:07:05Z
2015-10-28T11:07:05Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/569
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/5702018-08-15T03:49:38Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Hemodynamic CAE design of blood-wetted medical devices used in treatment of cardiovascular disease
Rojas-Solorzano, L.
Saliev, T.
Adair, D.
Finol, E.
first research week
Cardiovascular Disease
healthcare
health problems
innovative scientific research
Cardiovascular Disease (CVD) leads to the major number of deaths in the USA and Europe (European Heart Network, 2008; US National Center for Health Statistics, 2012). In Kazakhstan, CVD represents also the first cause of fatalities (WHO, 2011) with 346.6 per 100.000 of population by 2011, ranking Kazakhstan in 5th place in the world. Despite the best action to reduce CVD being a lifestyle change, medicine and surgical/non-surgical treatment is also needed for severe cases. This project is partnered with the Center of Life Sciences (CLS), a center of excellence at Nazarbayev University created to ¨transform medicine and healthcare in Kazakhstan through innovative scientific research and rapid translation of breakthrough discoveries.
2015-10-29T05:47:34Z
2015-10-29T05:47:34Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/570
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/5712018-08-15T03:49:38Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
High efficiency video coding for telemedicine systems over wireless communications
Al-Majeed, S.
Fleury, M.
first research week
telemedicine System
telemedicine services
telecommunication infrastructure
Telemedicine System using the H.265 Codec and 4G Networks: This abstract presents the exploratory stages of a project to develop telemedicine services in the Republic of Kazakhstan.
2015-10-29T05:58:43Z
2015-10-29T05:58:43Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/571
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/5732018-08-15T03:49:38Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Stem cells engineered with lentivirus expressing human fix for the treatment of hemophilia B
Dodd, M.
Markar, A.
Marquez-Curtis, L.
Wen, J.
Janowska-Wieczorek, A.
Hortelano, G.
first research week
Hemophilia B
stem cells
The aim of this study was to investigate an alternative treatment combining cellular and biomaterial therapy. Human mesenchymal stem cells (hMSC) have increasingly been investigated for cellular therapies due to their immunomodulatory properties and differentiation potential [2]. Enclosure of cells in alginate microcapsules offers immunoprotection to the cells and the added benefit of potential retrievability, enhancing the strategy’s safety.
2015-10-29T06:10:07Z
2015-10-29T06:10:07Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/573
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/5752018-01-29T21:06:00Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Zebrafish model of hypoxic brain injury as platform for ischemic stroke drug discovery
first research week
innovative scientific research
ischemic stroke treatment
Our laboratory’s research is focused on developing stroke therapies that improve long-term stroke outcomes and are efficacious outside of the traditional therapeutic window and have created a zebrafish injury model as a platform for testing new therapies quickly and inexpensively.
2015-10-29T06:22:21Z
2015-10-29T06:22:21Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/575
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/5782018-01-29T21:06:32Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Chemotherapeutic`s effects on cell speading and motility via regulation of microtubule binding proteins
first research week
cells
healthcare problems
innovative scientific research
microtubule-targeting agents
Our project will test the hypothesis that MTAs will specifically regulate microtubule interactions with EB proteins, thereby regulating MT dynamics. Our strategy is to quantify MTA effects on MT structures, cell spreading and cell motility while controlling EB1 and EB3 expression during high-resolution time lapsed imaging.
2015-10-29T07:54:56Z
2015-10-29T07:54:56Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/578
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/5852018-08-15T03:49:41Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Hemofiltration-induced neuroprotection following ischemic stroke
Zhumadilov, A.
Zlotnik, A.
Gilman, C.
Viderman, D.
Umbetzhanov, Y.
Smagulova, B.
Korabaev, G.
Zhumabaev, M.
Asselbekov, Zh.
Esenalin, N.
Ischemic stroke
hemofiltration
innovative scientific research
Ischemic stroke is accompanied by a three to four hundred percent increase in the brain’s extracellular fluid and cerebrospinal fluid glutamate concentration, which diffuses and damages surrounding neurons. In preclinical models of permanent middle cerebral artery occlusion, neurological outcomes correlate closely with blood or plasma glutamate levels. Previous attempts to reduce glutamate-induced excitotoxicity after stroke have included inhibition of glutamate receptors and administration of pyruvate and oxaloacetate. These strategies, including competitive and non-competitive glutamate receptor antagonists improved preclinical stroke outcomes but were without favorable outcomes or had significant unfavorable side-effects in human trials. We propose to decrease glutamate
levels via an alternative mechanism, which should improve survival and neurological outcomes, without drug-induced side effects and complications. Glutamate, glutamate oxaloacetate transaminase and glutamate pyruvate transaminase concentrations are decreased during standard 4-hour long hemofiltration in chronic renal failure patients.
2015-10-29T11:06:17Z
2015-10-29T11:06:17Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/585
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/5862018-08-15T03:49:32Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
The relationship of the genomic and epigenomic profile to lifestyle and physical activity
Rogers, P.
Tsyba, N.
Adaricheva, K.
Bulbulian, R.
first research week
physical activity
disease prevention
Physical activity, or lack thereof, has recently attracted a great deal of attention in the fields of genomics and clinical medicine. Our research group in ‘Physical Activity and Sports Medicine’ initiated a study to determine if a multidisciplinary research program was in fact indicated in view of the recent developments in our present understanding of the role of physical activity in health, disease and disease prevention.
2015-10-29T11:19:59Z
2015-10-29T11:19:59Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/586
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/5902018-08-15T03:49:36Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Combining intelligent tutoring systems and virtual clinical simulations for USMLE step 1 preparation
Rogers, P.
Niyazmetova, L.
Kurmangaziyev, Z.
Kamzina, Y.
Abdiyeva, K.
Watson, G.
Overmyer, S.
first research week
United States Medical License Examination
MD degree
medical students
preparation for the USMLE
The primary objective of the proposed research program was to establish a framework for the development and establishment of a comprehensive Review Program for the United States Medical License Examination (USMLE) Step 1.
2015-10-30T03:21:14Z
2015-10-30T03:21:14Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/590
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/5942018-08-15T03:49:39Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
HLA-binding peptide affinity prediction and T cell-mediated response
Schönbach, C.
Su, C.
Kwoh, C-K.
first research week
human leukocyte antigen
innovative scientific research
In a future pandemic it is therefore expected that apart from a few mutated epitopes, heterologous immunity mediated by pre-existing cross-reactive T cell responses to seasonal influenza virus will ameliorate its severity and extent. While it is possible to successfully infer potential differences in recognition and cross-reactivity for a few alleles, here HLA-B*4405, an extension to population level is limited. The bottom line in in silico inference of epitope candidates that may induce a broad T cell response is data.
2015-10-30T03:45:31Z
2015-10-30T03:45:31Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/594
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/5962018-08-15T03:49:42Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Transcriptional profiling of host cell response to viral respiratory tract infections
Schönbach, C.
Ito, J.
Sugrue, R.J.
first research week
respiratory syncytial virus
respiratory tract infections
healthcare problems
medicine
Relevant host genes that are activated or repressed by RSV in the immediate early phase of infection were delineated using temporal gene expression profiling that covered time points starting 24h after infection. HG-U133 Plus 2 time course results were analyzed using R/Bioconductor package using one-way ANOVA clustering ward method and DAVID.
2015-10-30T03:53:27Z
2015-10-30T03:53:27Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/596
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/5972018-08-15T03:49:39Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Investigation of peroxisomal disease entities
Mizuno, Y.
Kurochkin, I.
Schönbach, C.
Okzaki, Y.
first research week
peroxisomal disease
medicine
scientific research
We applied a sequence- and motif-based, multi-step knowledge discovery strategy to identify novel peroxisome-targeted protein candidates in mouse and human in addition to in vitro and in vivo analyses of mouse regulatory circuits associated with lipid metabolism conditions.The results are likely to be of relevance for some patients with Zellweger Syndrome Spectrum disorders. Detailed structure-function relationships of Tysnd1 with regard to substrate interactions and processing and activation await the determination of its 3D structure.
2015-10-30T04:05:18Z
2015-10-30T04:05:18Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/597
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/6002018-08-15T03:50:25Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Polymeric materials as photovoltaic materials for solar cells
Tastanbekov, D.
Ibraikulov, O.
Koishiyev, G.
Chavez-Vasquez, P.
Chochos, C.
Leclerc, N.
Bechara, R.
Lévêque, P.
Heiser, T.
first research week
polymeric materials
solar cells
innovative scientific research
Investigation revealed that alkyl chains in beta-position (fourth position of thiophene rings) lead to better pi-electron delocalisation due to enchanced planarity, because such position avoids rotational hinderance. Also, ramified alkyl side chains were found to be more appropriate for giving the compound better solubility. Additionally, change from linear alkyl chain to ethylhexyl branched solubilising side chain affected interaction between fullerene and polymer in bulk heterojunction devices. Synthesis of PPTDT2-CEHβ copolymer based on this chemical structure was performed and its physical and optoelectronical
properties were studied as well.
2015-10-30T04:15:12Z
2015-10-30T04:15:12Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/600
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/6012018-08-15T03:49:39Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Study of optical properties in ZNO single crystals
Bhowmick, M.
Ullrich, B.
first research week
scientific research
optical properties
We employed ZnO single crystals obtained commercially. The crystals are 99.99% pure, and fit for measurements of optical properties. Among the equipments, UV-VIS Spectrometer from PerkinElmer for TR% and RE% were used, and Varian Cary Eclipse for Fluorescence spectroscopy were used for PL measurements. The Raman spectra were measured by Raman HR-TEC manufactured by StellerNet Inc.
2015-10-30T04:24:08Z
2015-10-30T04:24:08Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/601
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/6052018-08-15T03:49:38Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Quantum dynamics, chaos and thermalization
Fine, B.V.
first research week
quantum dynamics
thermalization
statistical physics
Should one investigate the detailed properties of microscopic chaos in systems of many classical particles, even though one knows that the real macroscopic systems are made of quantum particles? Should one investigate statistical ensembles that admit superpositions of macroscopically distinct quantum states, even though such superpositions have not yet been observed in Nature? Our answer to both of these questions is yes. Regarding the first question, our work indicates that there is still a lot to learn about the properties of many-particle quantum systems from the detailed studies of
many-particle classical systems. Regarding the second question, one needs to take the linear quantum mechanics to its limit in order to discover the range of validity of quantum statistical physics. The fact that the Gibbs equilibrium is overwhelmingly supported by experiments does not necessarily suggest that there exist a self-contained justification for excluding macroscopically distinct superpositions in the framework of purely linear quantum mechanics. In a typical experiment, macroscopic quantum systems are being continuously “monitored” by the environment.
2015-10-30T04:41:00Z
2015-10-30T04:41:00Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/605
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/6072018-08-15T03:49:40Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Development of nanohybrid material for antibiotics removal and degradation
Toropov, A.
Aitbekova, A.
Babaa, M-R.
Mikhalovsky, S. V.
first research week
antibiotics
pharmaceutical industry
This project is about a technique to accelerate the degradation of antibiotics (for example Doxycycline) using a severe confined environment and a physical agent. The confining medium is carbon nanotubes (CNTs) because of their low internal diameter (of the order of 1 to 10 nanometers), high physicochemical stability, high mechanical strength, and presence of strong intermolecular forces at their inner surface that contribute to the degradation effect. This new technique will find a niche in pharmaceutical industries
where many processes are not sufficiently clean to eliminate a significant amount of antibiotic residues from waste streams.
2015-10-30T04:54:32Z
2015-10-30T04:54:32Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/607
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/6092018-08-15T03:49:36Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Measurement and dispersion modeling of PM2.5 and PM10 using beta attenuation mass monitoring
Dennis, R.W.
Khan, W.
first research week
air pollution
innovative scientific research
Beta Attenuation Monitoring (BAM) devices
The researchers have experience with an innovative new technology for measuring PM2.5 and PM10 in ambient air. Standard previous methodologies required time consuming, operator intensive and expensive gravimetric techniques. The researchers will use Beta Attenuation Monitoring (BAM) devices which are reliable and far less expensive than previous gravimetric procedures. This technology was recently (late 2013) designated by the United States Environmental Protection Agency, as codified in the
Code of Federal Regulations, as an Equivalent Method for measuring particulate matter.
2015-10-30T05:06:16Z
2015-10-30T05:06:16Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/609
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/6152018-08-15T03:49:39Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Micromechanics of perforation penetration and sand production in weak sandstone formations in Kazakhstan
Minh, N. H.
Kim, J.R.
Fok, S.C.
Spotar, S.
first research week
sand production
soil mechanics
Research on sand production has been conducted using different approaches: analytical, laboratory experiments including centrifuge tests, continuum based modeling and a more recent trend using discrete modeling.
2015-10-30T05:56:07Z
2015-10-30T05:56:07Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/615
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/6172018-08-15T03:49:39Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
A dem investigation of the effect of particle-size-distribution on one-dimensional compression
Minh, N. H.
Cheng, Y.P.
first research week
particle size distribution
innovative scientific research
For granular soils subjected to many thousands of per cents of shear strain, a critical grading was also found at which no possible further particle breakage occurred. The critical grading can be plotted as a straight line in the double-log scale, thus indicating a power-law distribution with a fractal dimension D = 2.57. Altuhafi and Coop conducted an oedometer test on granular soils artificially prepared with critical grading (CG in Fig. 1) and did not observe significant particle breakage for these soils; rather, the particle surface roughness was, instead, reduced. In this work, DEM simulations using the PFC3D version 4.0 were conducted. Assemblies of spherical particles with different particle size distributions but no particle breakage were subjected to one-dimensional (1D) compressions.
2015-10-30T06:14:58Z
2015-10-30T06:14:58Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/617
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/6202018-08-15T03:49:39Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Implementing and optimizing the operation of membrane bioreactors for petroleum wastewater treatment
Inglezakis, V.
Fatone, F.
Malamis, S.
Loizidou, M.
Seidakhmetov, T.
Omirkhan, A.
first research week
oil and gas industry
membrane bioreactor
treatment of petroleum wastewater
The main objective of the project is to study & optimize the operation of a membrane bioreactor (MBR) coupled with suitable pre-treatment for the treatment of petroleum wastewater. The optimization will focus on the configurations to achieve the desired treated effluent quality.
2015-10-30T08:10:17Z
2015-10-30T08:10:17Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/620
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/6232018-08-15T03:49:40Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Comparison between landfill gas and waste incineration for power generation in Astana
Inglezakis, V.
Rojas-Solorzano, L.
Kim, J.R.
Kystauova, A.
Shorakyzy, G.
first research week
landfill gas
waste incineration
environmental problems
The population of Astana, Kazakhstan, generates more than 1,100 tons of municipal solid waste daily and they are deposited mostly without preliminary separation or other treatment in open dumps.Rapid growth of Astana population and ineffective waste management leads to the formation of illegal dumping. This leads to deterioration of sanitary and environmental conditions of the city. This project considers the possibility of depositing high organic content waste in engineered landfills or incineration plants for electricity and heat generation purposes. The objective of this research project is to assess and compare the landfill gas (LFG) and waste incineration (WI) solutions in terms of technical, environmental, and economic performance at a pre-feasibility level.
2015-10-30T08:23:34Z
2015-10-30T08:23:34Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/623
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/6282018-08-15T03:49:41Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Development an asset management framework for water resource management in Kazakhstan
Bradshaw, R.A.
Mashtayeva, S.
Khairaliyev, S.
James, A.
Kho, Y.H.
Rojas-Solorzano, L.
first research week
water resources infrastructure
water resource management
The project’s main objective is the development and application of an asset management framework that institutionalizes and operationalizes infrastructure management and decision making (investment, operation, maintenance) in the context of achieving Integrated Water Resource Management (IWRM) objectives.
2015-10-30T09:02:02Z
2015-10-30T09:02:02Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/628
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/6312018-08-15T03:49:39Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Introducing economic market models in watershed protection and pollution control
Bradshaw, R.A.
first research week
environmental protection
watershed protection
pollution control
Considering the public interest in sustainability and environmental management, this project investigated an alternative participation of stakeholders in the allocation of pollution control funds. It was addressed using an economic valuation model that is based on “willingness to pay” as a guiding principle for allocating funds aimed at clean water resource protection and pollution control.
2015-10-30T09:45:25Z
2015-10-30T09:45:25Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/631
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/6332018-01-29T21:07:41Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Wastewater treatment and sludge disposal for small communities in cold climates
first research week
wastewater treatment
Biological Aerated Filters
This research project investigates a new type of wastewater treatment process for cold climates consisting of Primary Settling, Activated Sludge, Clarifier and separate Biological Aerated Filters based on fixed biofilms to address nitrification requirements. The objective of the research is to determine the reliability, robustness and resilience to meet the specific needs of small communities in cold climates.
2015-10-30T09:51:55Z
2015-10-30T09:51:55Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/633
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/6342018-01-29T21:08:03Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Development and testing of new force fields for molecular dynamics simulations
first research week
molecular dynamics
atomic force fields
The objective of this research is to develop and test new polarizable atomic force fields (FFs) for “in-vacuum” and “in-water” non-bonded interactions based on AMBER ff99SB-ILDN force fields, improved by inclusion of new terms. FFs parameter optimization will be done using our set of molecular crystals with crystallographic
data from the Cambridge Structural Database and sublimation/solvation thermodynamics characteristics from various sources.
2015-10-30T10:01:01Z
2015-10-30T10:01:01Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/634
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/6362018-08-15T03:49:39Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
GaN nanostructures for use in microelectronics
Bolat, R.
Alimzhanov, D.
Sugurbekova, G.
first research week
microelectronics
GaN
We have demonstrated possibility of replacing toxic and pyrophoric NH3, HCl by safer NH4Cl in the process of GaN synthesis. The method is flexible enough to produce thin films or bulk microrods. Good quality thin films were obtained at relatively low temperatures with high growth rate.
2015-10-30T10:07:19Z
2015-10-30T10:07:19Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/636
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/6402018-08-15T03:49:39Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Photonic crystal structures to control light on a nanoscale
Tikhonov, A.
Rakhmetova, A.
Koshkinbayeva, A.
first research week
photonic crystals
innovative scientific research
A new waveguiding effect in photonic crystals has been discovered. It will be useful for harvesting light for solar energy photovoltaic. We have found that incident light can be efficiently concentrated and redirected along the surface of thin film photonic crystals.
2015-10-30T11:25:09Z
2015-10-30T11:25:09Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/640
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/6492018-08-15T03:49:40Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Improvement of environmental safety and economic efficiency of gold extraction industry
Sugurbekova, G.
Akhmetov, N.
first research week
gold exctraction industry
alternative technologies
This project was devoted to reach two aims: (i) to optimize the gold leaching process based on ammonia thiosulfate and catalyzed by copper as a novel leaching agent, and (ii) to develop the cyanide recycling technology. Alternative technologies such as Acidification-Volatilization-Reneutralization (AVR), Sulphidization, Acidification, Recycling and Thickening (SART) and Gas Membrane technologies were compared and considered for further development.
2015-11-02T05:40:36Z
2015-11-02T05:40:36Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/649
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/6502018-08-15T03:49:41Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Study of the A+13C interaction at heavy ION acceleration DC-60
Mynbayev, N. A.
Goldberg, V.Z.
Nurmukhanbetova, A.K.
Rogachev, G.V.
Golovkov, M.S.
Dzubin, V.
Zdoroves, M.V.
Koloberdin, M.
Ivanov, I.
first research week
astrophysics
DAQ system
In astrophysics, nuclear reactions play a great role in understanding the formation of our universe.The reaction 13C(α,n)16O is considered to be the main source of neutrons for the s process at low temperatures in low mass stars in the asymptotic giant branch. Many problems exist in analyzing this reaction using conventional experimental methods; therefore, we aimed to obtain and analyze data from the a +13C resonance elastic scattering reaction at small angles and low energies using Thick Target Inverse Kinematic method (TTIK) at heavy ion accelerator DC-60.
2015-11-02T06:06:47Z
2015-11-02T06:06:47Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/650
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/6532018-08-15T03:49:39Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
RF-based plasma density diagnostic for investigation of wakefield of the beam in plasma of neutralizer
Urazbaev, A.B.R.
Ni, P.
first research week
inertial confinement fusion
innovative scientific research
Neutralized Drift Compression Experiments-II accelerator
The long-term goal of this project is to construct a mirror laboratory of ICF at our research center; therefore, we need highly qualified researchers who can use the accelerator effectively. This is a startup project aimed to enhance research capacity of Nazarbayev University (NU). It is planned to train the NU staff on the Neutralized Drift Compression Experiments-II accelerator (NDCX-II) at Berkeley.
2015-11-02T07:57:41Z
2015-11-02T07:57:41Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/653
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/6542019-02-04T03:45:01Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Collaborative research center for nanofluidics at Nazarbayev University
Ainabayev, A.
Berdenova, B.
Insepov, Z.
Tnyshtykbayev, K.
Aliyev, E.
Imanbayev, G.
Boguspayev, K.
Roshchupkin, D.V.
Kononenko, O.V.
Hassanein, A.
Bralts, V.
first research week
innovative scientific research
nanofluidics
Our preliminary experiments conducted at NURIS, ICP, KazSU and IMT have discovered two new physical effects consisting of i) a significant increase of the rate of liquid pumping through a micron scale tubes under ultrasound irradiation; and ii) a considerable amplification of the magnitude of surface waves where a bias potential was applied to the surface of a graphene film deposited on piezoelectric material.
2015-11-02T08:09:37Z
2015-11-02T08:09:37Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/654
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/6562018-08-15T03:49:42Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Performance of water-based liquid scintillator
Beznosko, D.
Diwan, M.
Hans, S.
Jaffe, D.
Kettell, S.H.
Rosero, R.
Themann, H.
Viren, B.
Worcester, E.
Yeh, M.
Zhang, C.
first research week
innovative scientific research
Water-based Liquid Scintillator
In order to successfully use both detection techniques with the WbLS, a minimum of about 100 optical photons per MeV of deposited energy should be produced. A test was carried out with the high-energy proton beam using 2 different WbLS formulations to assess the availability of such a light yield (LY) for this material at beam energy of 475MeV.
2015-11-02T08:27:00Z
2015-11-02T08:27:00Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/656
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/6572018-08-15T03:49:42Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Design and synthesis of organic nonlinear optical materials
Baptayev, B.
Tauanov, Z.
Bissengaliyeva, M.
Adilov, S.
first research week
innovative scientific research
cubic octupoles
A new class of materials based on octupolar symmetries has been proposed for nonlinear optical (NLO) applications in early 1990s [1]. Unlike traditional dipolar systems octupolar molecules lack permanent dipole moments and have better chances to adopt noncentrosymmetric packing. The objective of this work is to prepare cubic octupoles based on trans-porphyrin dimers; these cubic systems are expected to show high nonlinearities at molecular as well as crystalline scale.
2015-11-02T08:46:03Z
2015-11-02T08:46:03Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/657
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/6582018-08-15T03:49:42Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
The use of stability index for failure prediction of normally consolidated clays
Kim, J.R.
Zhumabekov, G.
Bakhtiyarov, D.
Saliyev, D.
first research week
stability index
innovative scientific research
total stress path
effective stress path
The new concept of the stability management of soft ground is developed from the laboratory test. The field condition is assumed to be the same as the condition of the CU test because the staged construction is usually used in the field. The stability index (SI) using the stress path is introduced and its application is evaluated in the laboratory tests.
2015-11-02T09:12:45Z
2015-11-02T09:12:45Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/658
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/6592018-08-15T03:50:25Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Characterisation of cilicate-grouted sand according to dynamic properties at low stress level
Kim, J.R.
Bakhtiyarov, D.
Zhumabekov, G.
Saliyev, D.
first research week
soil material
silicate-grouted sand
Overall, it was found that at lower frequencies, the energy dissipation potential of silicate-grouted sandy soil is higher than that of higher frequencies. Due to validity of approximation that viscoelastic nature of the soil material is linear, the stress-strain relationship of results in an elliptical hysteresis loop. It was concluded that the overall time dependent pattern of creep effect was similar to that of the experiments conducted under constant applied load. By analyzing the creep test results at given frequencies, it was found that while there is an increase in the complex modulus, the complex compliance
and the phase angle decrease. Also, by knowing dynamic properties of soil material, the power law of the creep compliance can be predicted.
2015-11-02T09:26:43Z
2015-11-02T09:26:43Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/659
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/6602018-08-15T03:49:39Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Development of new sustainable construction materials using by-product sulfur and other industrial by-products in Kazakhstan
Kim, J.R.
Saliyev, D.
Zhumabekov, G.
Bakhtiyarov, D.
first research week
by-product sulfur
oil and gas industry
The objectives of this project are: 1) to develop new sustainable construction materials using the by-product sulfur and other industrial by-products with special emphasis on long term production of the modified sulfur concrete; and 2) to investigate its potential for use in concrete with satisfying both fresh and hardened properties and providing satisfactory durability performance with respect to deterioration mode of sulfur concrete structure exposed to Kazakhstan’s severe environmental condition such as the combination of freezethaw (F–T) and chloride ion diffusion conditions.
2015-11-02T09:38:58Z
2015-11-02T09:38:58Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/660
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/6612018-08-15T03:49:41Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
A case study: municipal waste management in Astana, Kazakhstan (A guideline of waste management for developing countries)
Kim, J.R.
Inglezakis, V.
Rojas-Solorzano, L.
Ismailova, A.
Aitbekova, A.
Shorakyzy, G.
Kystauova, A.
first research week
waste management system
recycling
This research is currently ongoing and as a preliminary result, it is noticed the need of: increasing proportion of recycling in the waste management system, constructing incineration plants in the city, improving waste collection with the involvement of private companies, and introducing volume-based charging system.
2015-11-02T09:59:40Z
2015-11-02T09:59:40Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/661
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/6632018-08-15T03:49:39Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Nitrogen-crafted activated carbon for removing nitrate from water
Douglass, E. F.
Mikhalovsky, S. V.
Cannon, F.
first research week
Nitrate
nitrogen-crafted activated carbon
The proposed research will develop cation- and anion-selective materials based on nitrogen-doped redox-sensitive granulated activated carbon, NGAC, with polypyrrole moieties that can be regenerated electrochemically, and thus will not require concentrated (2 M NaCl) brines for regeneration. Redoxsensitive nitrogen-grafted activated carbons would have a positive charge that attracts nitrate when oxidized, and neutral charge that releases nitrate when reduced. Electrochemical regeneration of NGACs would allow their re-use through multiple cycles in a manner that would be economically and technically
practical.
2015-11-02T10:32:54Z
2015-11-02T10:32:54Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/663
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/6662018-08-15T03:49:40Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Cellulose, cellulose/polysaccharide or cellulose/protein blend materials prepared from a novel solvent system for use in medical applications
Douglass, E. F.
Kotek, R.
first research week
medicine
cellulose membranes
hazardous waste production
A new environmentally friendly solvent system has been developed to make cellulose and cellulose blend membranes. It was determined there was a need to see if this novel system could be used for membrane production, we were successful. These membranes were produced, and they were characterized, and found to have physical properties comparable with current cellulose membranes. We then used these results to attempt the development of blend materials, with unique properties. We developed these membranes with pure cellulose and blended with another natural biomaterial to make a
composite membrane with unique properties. These compatible blends of starch or protein with cellulose had never been accomplished before. The methods of characterizing these materials are also useful in determining compatibility of polymers with one another in a solid system. We discovered these new blend materials have interesting chemical and physical characteristics, and adding these biomaterials remains compatible at the macro and micro level with cellulose. These materials were then characterized and found to have physical properties similar to conventional cellulose membranes.
2015-11-02T10:53:00Z
2015-11-02T10:53:00Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/666
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/6672018-08-15T03:49:42Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
GHZ phononic band-gapcrystals: fabrication, characterization and modeling
Rakhymzhanov, A.
Utegulov, Z.N.
Guney, D.
Veres, I.A.
first research week
Phononic band-gap crystals
innovative scientific research
Phononic band-gap crystals (PBGCs) are acoustic analogues of photonic band-gap crystals. PBGC is a composite structure possessing periodic variations of sound velocities and mass densities with high acoustic impedance contrast among its constituents, which results in band gaps stopping acoustic waves within certain frequency range due to their total reflection within this synthetic material. By pushing
down structural periodicity of PBGCs into hundreds of nanometers or less one can effectively design hypersonic PBGCs to control the propagation acoustic waves with frequencies higher than 1 GHz with an ultimate goal to control heat transport at sub-micron- and nanometer scales. PBGCs can also find their applications in radio-frequency mobile communication devices and global positioning systems. Femtosecond laser-induced two-photon polymerization (FLITPP) has proved to be a viable fabrication technique to produce periodic synthetic crystals with submicron periodicity. The field of GHz phononics is just emerging, and at this point it is important to explore the actual physics that governs the behavior of these materials, as well as to hypothesize about applications
2015-11-02T11:26:56Z
2015-11-02T11:26:56Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/667
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/6702018-08-15T03:49:40Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Development of hard and wear-resistant density modulated coatings by magnetron sputtering
Bolat, R.
Utegulov, Z.N.
Yakupov, T.
Taha, D.
Karabacak, T.
first research week
density modulated tungsten-based films
scientific research
The major task of our project is to develop a density modulated tungsten-based films to achieve high adherence of the entire hard sandwiched film structure to the substrate.
2015-11-03T03:29:01Z
2015-11-03T03:29:01Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/670
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/6712018-08-15T03:49:41Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Transformations and cracks in zirconia films leading to oxidation of zircaloy
Kadiri, H.El
Utegulov, Z.N.
Khafizov, M.
Asle Zaeem, M.
Mamivand, M.
Oppedal, A.L.
Enakoutsa, K.
Cherkaoui, M.
Graham, R.H.
Arockiasamy, A.
first research week
oxidation
oxidation of Zircaloy
This work was aimed to identify the root cause of breakaway oxidation of Zircaloy and the origin of Zircaloy cladding failure. Circumferential compressive stress is highly promoted by tetragonal to monoclinic phase transition. Therefore, this transformation is rather beneficial as it will increase the time to attain critical oxide thickness (at which the stress changes from compressive to tensile), and thus retards breakaway oxidation.
2015-11-03T03:55:39Z
2015-11-03T03:55:39Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/671
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/6722018-08-15T03:49:41Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Localized detection of phase transition in tungsten by laser ultrasonics
Utegulov, Z.N.
Reese, S.J.
Farzbod, F.
Schley, R.S.
Hurley, D.H.
first research week
innovative scientific research
laser irradiation
We demonstrated a method for localized, furnace-free detection of the onsets of melting and ablation in polycrystalline tungsten using nanosecond laser ultrasonics. Pulsed laserinduced melting is characterized by a delay in the arrival of the shear wave with increasing laser peak intensity. Pulse-laser induced ablation was characterized by pronounced increase of the amplitude of the signal associated with the arrival of longitudinal acoustic wave. Both phenomena are attributed to a change in character of the ultrasonic source. The described technique suggests a new spatially resolved method for detection of metal-to-melt phase transition in refractory metals.
2015-11-03T04:25:41Z
2015-11-03T04:25:41Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/672
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/6752018-08-15T03:49:41Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Laser thermoelastic generation in metals above melt threshold
Every, A.G.
Utegulov, Z.N.
Veres, I.A.
first research week
laser generation
innovative scientific research
We have established the detailed spatio-temporal evolution of heat conduction of the irradiated sample due to the incidence of a laser pulse, including the temperature rise of the solid phase preceding the melting, and the appearance, subsequent growth and then contraction and disappearance of the melt pool due to re-solidification. With these we have identified three regimes of stress evolution: (1) presence of lateral compressive stress in solid that has undergone mild heating without melting, (2) absence of lateral stress in the molten metal, (3) presence of lateral tensile stress in re-solidified and cooling solid. The gradient of the lateral stress, integrated over depth, represents the evolving radial force distribution, which can be regarded as acting at the surface. From the radial surface, stress distributions the radial and normal surface forces were computed. Then we convolved surface force distributions with plate’s Green’sfunctions. We have also performed FEM calculations of the epicentral displacement response to surface forces and find very good agreement with Green’s functions calculations.
2015-11-03T04:49:20Z
2015-11-03T04:49:20Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/675
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/6772018-08-15T03:49:41Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Thermo-acoustics of pulsed laser-induced phase transition in tungsten by FDTD numerical calculation
Veres, I.A.
Utegulov, Z.N.
Every, A.
first research week
innovative scientific research
metal-to-liquid phase transition
numerical FDTD technique
In the presented work metal-to-liquid phase transition induced by a pulsed-laser was investigated. A numerical FDTD technique based on the solution of the coupled heat and wave equations was applied. It was demonstrated that the laser-induced melting leads to the development of a melt pool which significantly influences the generation of the elastic waves and can be utilized for localized and remote monitoring of the laser pulse-induced solid-to-liquid phase transition in refractory metals preset in harsh environments.
2015-11-03T04:57:59Z
2015-11-03T04:57:59Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/677
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/6792018-08-15T03:49:39Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Algebraic methods of data retrieval
Adaricheva, K.
Nation, J.B.
first research week
data management
data analysis
data mining field
Discovery of (strong) association rules, or implications, between the attributes of a binary table is an important task in data management, and it finds application in artificial intelligence, data mining and the semantic web. The challenge of the task is to deal with the large data sets, when the most known approaches require a time that depends exponentially on the size of the data
2015-11-03T05:08:48Z
2015-11-03T05:08:48Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/679
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/6822018-08-15T03:49:42Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Some results on multiagent algorithms in social computing context
Satekbayeva A.
Shilov N. V.
first research week
information exchange
multiagent algorithms
We study the multiagent algorithmic problem that was introduced in [3] and is called Rational Agents at the Marketplace. Some multiagent algorithms for these problems were previously suggested and manually proved in [3]. Some results about information exchange were studied in [4]. This time we address a social issue of agent anonymity and privacy in these algorithms and also affirm previous results related to information exchange.
2015-11-03T05:32:10Z
2015-11-03T05:32:10Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/682
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/6842018-08-15T03:49:39Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Predictive modeling in credit risk: some common practices
Sarkar, S.
first research week
banking industry
data mining techniques
credit risk
Data mining techniques are used in collecting, cleaning and the initial processing of the data. 80% of the data is randomly selected for building the model and 20% is reserved for validating it. The selected data is then classified into different segments. Segmentation is driven by preliminary analysis and business need. The next step is to study the relationship between the independent and dependent variables for each predictor. Weaker predictors may be discarded at this stage. Transformations of variables are done if needed. After that, stepwise logistic regression is applied on the clean data which eventually produces the model. Model fit statistics are observed. A model that rank orders and displays the best separation from good to bad is considered as the best.
2015-11-03T05:43:49Z
2015-11-03T05:43:49Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/684
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/6872018-08-15T03:50:25Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Neuromoephic memweight network
James, A. P.
first research week
memory cell
conventional technologies
The proposed processing unit called a memory cell possesses remarkable properties such scalability, and small footprint on chip. We demonstrate the hardware architectures based on memory cells for character recognition, edge detection, medical image analysis, object detection, and object tracking applications.
2015-11-03T06:02:14Z
2015-11-03T06:02:14Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/687
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/6892018-08-15T03:49:41Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Intelligent system design: supervising cognitive tele-rehabilitation with a virtual therapist
Fok, S.C.
Tan, F.L.
Lau, M.W.S.
first research week
vitual therapist
intelligent virtual rehabilitation
Intelligent virtual rehabilitation is feasible. The basis for the development of the virtual therapist has been established but the system needs refinement, improvement and more clinical trials.
2015-11-03T06:22:11Z
2015-11-03T06:22:11Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/689
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/6902018-08-15T03:49:39Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Fast and secure elliptic curve cryptography
Fan, X.
Gong, G.
Longa, P.
Schoenmakers, B.
Sica, F.
Sidorenko, A.
first research week
cryptography
elliptic curve cryptography
elliptic curves
The study of elliptic curves in the context of cryptography is less than thirty years old. Thanks to work such as ours, this technology is now sufficiently well understood and reliable to be deployed commercially and endorsed by the United States NSA.
2015-11-03T07:55:16Z
2015-11-03T07:55:16Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/690
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/6952018-08-15T03:49:42Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Mathematical model of the interaction between the upper layer of seawater with atmospheric air
Vakhguelt, A.
Babanin, A.
first research week
mathematical model
pressure-wave propagation
The resultant equation is comprehensive and quite complex in the case of large difference in the size of droplets due to different interphase exchange mechanisms. Some simulations were accomplished which show influence of water droplets in the boundary layer on propagation and amplitude reduction of the wave.
2015-11-03T08:32:18Z
2015-11-03T08:32:18Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/695
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/6972018-08-15T03:50:25Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Targless indoor positioning and object tracking using a wireless sensor network
Kho, Y. H.
Ellis, G. A.
first research week
indoor positioning systems
With the proliferation of wireless sensor network of which the Wi-Fi access points are part of, it is proposed that the project shall look into using the existing backbone infrastructure of Wi-Fi modems to double-function as sensors for the proposed indoor positioning system. To do this, fundamentally the received signal strength of transmitted RF wave needs to be measured and tracked in real time. Relevant hardware needs to be selected and /or designed, and tracking algorithm(s) needs to be designed.
2015-11-03T08:46:23Z
2015-11-03T08:46:23Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/697
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/7012018-08-15T03:49:39Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Mobile real time video streaming over controlled vehicles
Samayeva, Zh.
Al-Majeed, S.
first research week
Mobile Real Time Video Transmission
energy issues
environmental issues
wireless network technology
wireless communication systems
communication services
The project points to the national needs in two respects both Energy (Oil and Gas) and Environmental issues, which are going to be presented through Expo 2017. It will tackle optimisation of the new High Efficiency Video Codec and it will challenge wireless network technology, as both can improve wireless communication systems. The research investigation will open a new area that merges mobile multimedia with cutting-edge of technology to provide better communication services for the needs of oil industry
and environment monitoring in the Republic of Kazakhstan.
2015-11-03T09:22:12Z
2015-11-03T09:22:12Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/701
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/7032018-08-15T03:49:43Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Energy-neutral distributed visual sensor networks for infrastructure monitoring (endvisenim)
Al-Majeed, S.
Andreopoulos, I(Y).
first research week
energy management
networking technology
smart Infrastructure
construction Industry
digital economy industry
Socio-Economic Impact: This research project investigates how to achieve energy neutral operation of visual sensor networks equipped with energy harvesting (EH) capability, by developing a novel and fundamental energy management framework based on the three objectives. The research works have impact on sectors directly associated with the research project as well as indirect impact on various other sectors. The direct Impacts are networking technology for VSNs and the Smart Infrastructure and Construction Industry, while the Indirect Impacts are the digital economy industry and Future Cities.
2015-11-03T09:29:15Z
2015-11-03T09:29:15Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/703
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/7042018-08-15T03:49:39Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Supratransmission in waveguide arrays with saturable nonlinearity
Karjanto, N.
Susanto, H.S.
first research week
waveguide arrays
saturable nonlinearity
A semi-infinite discrete nonlinear Schrödinger equation with saturable nonlinearity driven at one edge by a driving force is considered. The equation models the dynamics of coupled photorefractive waveguide arrays. It has been reported that when the frequency of the driving force is in the forbidden band, energy can be transmitted along the lattices provided that the driving amplitude is above a critical value. This nonlinear tunneling is called supratransmission. Here, the source of supratransmission is explained using geometric illustrations.
2015-11-03T09:37:22Z
2015-11-03T09:37:22Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/704
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/7062018-08-15T03:49:42Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Dynamic contact interaction of surfaces by dry friction
Khairaliyev, S.
first research week
dry friction
innovative scientific research
This study presents a model of an uneven body sliding along an uneven surface taking into consideration rheological properties of materials. Forces of contact interaction are further used for development of a two-degree dynamic model and allow estimating stability condition of two sliding bodies. Significant part of the work is dedicated to the description of the contact interaction of two uneven bodies though the bodies can move both along their contact surface and perpendicular to it.
2015-11-03T09:45:22Z
2015-11-03T09:45:22Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/706
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/7142018-08-15T03:50:25Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Applied state estimation
Emara-Shabaik, H. E.
first research week
state estimation
dynamic system
State estimation of dynamic systems plays a key role in monitoring and controlling such systems. State estimates are used for health status check in order to maintain safe operations of systems and processes. Also, it is used to optimally control the dynamic system under consideration. Research results obtained in applying state estimation in aerospace, oil and gas, and energy are presented.
2015-11-03T11:08:25Z
2015-11-03T11:08:25Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/714
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/7152018-08-15T03:49:43Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Lower-limb power exoskeleton for human rehabilitation and motion enhancement
Mir-Nasiri, N.
first research week
human rehabilitation
motion enhancement
The main advantage of the system also will be its ability to decouple the weight/mass carrying function from the forward motion function. This will release joint motors from supporting the weight of the user and provide just forward motion of the legs. Consequently, this will reduce the power and size of joint motors and thus the overall weight, cost and required electrical power for the system. Such lighter and cheaper devices are currently the main focus of an important engineering research area in medicine and military medicine
2015-11-03T11:17:01Z
2015-11-03T11:17:01Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/715
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/7182018-08-15T03:49:43Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Millimeter-wave phased-array for broadband wireless applications
Ellis, G. A.
Al-Majeed, S.
first research week
broadband wireless communications
higher security
Typical scenarios for application of this technology are shopping malls, airports, convention centers, and dense urban settings and situations where a large number of users transmit and receive large amounts of data. This includes real-time video and cloud computing. For non line of sight situations having the presence of multipath, each antenna of a Smart or MIMO (multiple-input, multiple-output) antenna, e.g. upcoming 5G system, could be a phased array to increase capacity.
2015-11-03T11:29:13Z
2015-11-03T11:29:13Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/718
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/7222018-08-15T03:49:40Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Wireless propagation analysis for 57-65 GHZ license free band
Ellis, G. A.
Kho, Y.H.
first research week
wireless communication systems
wireless network technology
Typical scenarios for application of this technology are shopping malls, airports, convention centers, or dense urban settings and situations where a large number of users transmit and receive large amounts of data. This includes real-time video and cloud computing. For non line of sight situations having the presence of multipath, each antenna of a Smart or MIMO antenna e.g. upcoming 5G system could use a phased array to increase capacity.
2015-11-04T03:50:10Z
2015-11-04T03:50:10Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/722
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/7252018-08-15T03:49:43Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Development of a fidelity structural model based on a shake table for an innovative seismic resisting system
Zhang, D.
Fleischman, R.
first research week
seismic resisting system
earthquakes
The proposed research project is to produce a fidelity threedimensional (3D) structural model based on a shake table test (Fig. 1), which will be used to demonstrate performances of an innovative seismic resisting system for reducing damages to building structures under earthquakes.
2015-11-04T04:07:03Z
2015-11-04T04:07:03Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/725
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/7272018-08-15T03:49:41Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Focusing of the flow capture for local exhaust ventilation systems
Spotar, S.
first research week
ventilation system
numerical modeling study
Through numerical modeling study the capacity of peripheral vortex shielding to generate the more concentrated exhaust inflow comparing with action of the conventional hood has been elucidated. Obtained data demonstrate evolution of focusing capture flow under variation of key parameters. Agreement between modeling results and observed flows has been revealed. The potential benefits of application of the vortex suction technique for local ventilation systems have been considered.
2015-11-04T04:14:01Z
2015-11-04T04:14:01Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/727
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/7292018-08-15T03:49:41Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Industrial manipulator based intelligent assist system for human-robot cooperative assembly tasks
Shintemirov, A.
Telegenov, K.
Tlegenov, Y.
first research week
industrial robot-manipulators
robot reprogramming
intelligent robot assistive system
The project aims to create an intelligent robot assistive system for human-robot collaborative assembly tasks in industrial settings by integrating a state of the art industrial
manipulator, an advanced multi-fingered robot hand equipped with a torque/force sensor, a range camera and machine learning algorithms
2015-11-04T04:25:48Z
2015-11-04T04:25:48Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/729
en
Nazarbayev University
oai:nur.nu.edu.kz:123456789/7322018-08-15T03:49:43Zcom_123456789_409com_123456789_129col_123456789_410
Design and control of a cyro stabilized pan-tilt sensor system for mobile applications
Shintemirov, A.
Nietkaliyev, A.
Begalinova, A.
Burkit, A.
first research week
gyro stabilized multisensory system
3D map
In this project the investigators propose to design and implement a gyro stabilized multisensory system, which will accommodate a spherical manipulator platform equipped with commercially available laser range finder sensor, an orientation and sensors and vision cameras. Combining these technologies will allow creating a 3D map of the surrounding environment.
2015-11-04T04:43:06Z
2015-11-04T04:43:06Z
2013
Abstract
http://nur.nu.edu.kz/handle/123456789/732
en
Nazarbayev University
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