Three representatives of “TIIAME” National Research University reached the finals of the QS ImpACT Awards 2026
19.10.2026
Three representatives of “TIIAME” National Research University have reached the finals in three categories of the international QS ImpACT Awards 2026. This competition recognizes initiatives that contribute to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This year, the competition received 1,375 applications from 114 countries. The projects submitted have collectively impacted the lives of more than 550,925 people.
University doctoral student Sayfulla Qodirov has become a finalist in the “The Best SDG Project” category. He is working on the “Burgutko‘z” and “Boyqush” unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) projects designed for agricultural applications. These innovations aim to monitor agricultural land, improve farming processes, and ensure the efficient use of resources. The integration of modern technologies into agriculture is essential for increasing productivity and developing innovative solutions in the sector.
University student Muhammad Valiyev’s LAPUTA PROJECT has been shortlisted for the “Community Health and Well-being Award (Youth)” category. This category recognizes youth-led initiatives aimed at improving community health and well-being. The project’s selection as a finalist creates greater opportunities to showcase students’ socially significant initiatives on the international stage.
Sardor Karimov, an assistant lecturer in the Department of Economics, has become a finalist in the “University Sustainability Leadership Award” category. His project, “Future Economists: Building SDG Leadership at TIIAME Through Global Partnerships,” focuses on developing sustainability leadership skills among future economists and strengthening international cooperation. The project aims to engage students in initiatives related to the Sustainable Development Goals and expand opportunities for international collaboration.
The university’s representatives reaching the finals in three different categories demonstrates the international recognition of its work across a range of areas, including scientific and technological innovation, student-led initiatives, and leadership in education.
The QS ImpACT Awards is one of the international platforms promoting sustainable development initiatives. The awards and their winners are also featured in international publications such as QS Insights Magazine, further enhancing the competition’s significance within the global higher education and sustainable development community.
The winners of the QS ImpACT Awards 2026 are scheduled to be announced on December 5–6, 2026, in London, United Kingdom, as part of the QS ImpACT Youth Summit 2026.
The participation of the university’s representatives in the finals is an important achievement that highlights “TIIAME” National Research University’s efforts on the international stage to strengthen international cooperation, support innovative projects, and contribute to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
