Abai University hosted the "Zhas Kasipker" startup project competition, which successfully merged students' entrepreneurial initiatives with their scientific research. Young researchers and future entrepreneurs presented their business ideas to the public, demonstrating both their social significance and commercial viability. As a result, the most outstanding and high-potential projects were awarded financial grants.

The participating residents showcased compelling projects across a diverse range of fields, including science and education, cosmetology, psychology, language learning, and ecology. In their work, the young innovators demonstrated ways to optimize complex challenges within education, science, and daily life. Each team outlined their market research methodologies, the project testing process, and presented ready-made prototypes alongside business models backed by precise calculations.

The candidates' work was evaluated by a distinguished panel of judges comprising industry experts and qualified specialists. The jury included Yertay Sultan, Vice-Rector for Research and Innovation; Narbek Baimoldaev, Director of the Contract Monitoring and Asset Management Department; Damir Fazylozhan, Acting Head of the "AbaiLabs" Research and Innovation Park; Evgeny Mukhamedzhanov, Founder of the "Eco Network" project; and Galymzhan Musagaliyev, the Chief Product Officer of "JOO analytics". The experts provided realistic feedback on the presented products and shared valuable advice regarding market entry and future development strategies.

Following a highly competitive contest that tested the youth's scientific potential and entrepreneurial skills, the top startups were determined. First place was awarded to the psychological game project "Tandau", while second place went to "Natije AI", an AI assistant designed to streamline and ease teachers' workflows. Third place was claimed by the AI-powered language learning platform "LexiQuiz". These winning projects, highly praised for their entrepreneurial potential, received special financial grants to successfully launch and execute their startups.

It is highly anticipated that these initiatives, backed by funding within the university walls, will contribute significantly to the growth of the nation's innovation ecosystem in the future.

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