2024, August 29
Share this articleNazarbayev University recently became the hub for a significant gathering of medical professionals, where leading traumatologists and orthopedists worldwide convened to discuss the latest research and advancements in their field.
The IV Congress of Kazakh Traumatologists-Orthopedists and the III Congress of the Kazakhstan Association of Traumatologists-Orthopedists brought together over 500 specialists, including prominent scientists and practitioners from China, India, Germany, South Korea, and Turkey. Two events are celebrating the 75th anniversary of the esteemed Academician N.D. Batpenov.
The two-day congresses featured a packed agenda, including cutting-edge master classes, presentations on recent research developments, roundtable discussions on modern trauma treatment, and the “Batpenov Readings.”
An exhibition during the congress showcased the latest in medical equipment and orthopaedic products from international manufacturers. Scientists and students of Nazarbayev University, under the guidance of NU Professor Prashant Jamwal, have implemented and showcased several robotic technologies for medicine.
“We’re showcasing developments that have moved beyond the research phase and are now ready for commercialization. The feedback from the trauma and orthopaedic surgeons attending has been very positive. While the exhibition largely features products from international companies, we’re excited by the interest in our work. This encourages us to continue our efforts, seek private investors, and possibly establish local production within the university’s facilities,” explained Aibek Niyetkaliyev, NU Assistant Professor and head of the Center of Excellence in Medical Robotics Research.
The research team at Nazarbayev University is focused on advancing medical robotics, particularly in rehabilitation and surgery. Their innovations include robotic systems designed to aid recovery for stroke and trauma injury patients. Supported by World Bank grants, scientists have already begun using these rehabilitation robots to help people with disabilities, highlighting the practical impact of their research.
