Employees of the Azexport.az portal, operated by the Center for Analysis of Economic Reforms and Communication, held a meeting at the Azerbaijan Technical University (AzTU). The purpose of the meeting was to provide AzTU students with detailed information on the topic "The contribution of the Azexport.az portal to the economy and international e-commerce platforms", to hold educational discussions on digital trade and ways to access international markets on Amazon, eBay and other international platforms. Opening the event with an introductory speech, AzTU Vice-Rector for Finance and Economic Affairs Rashad Aliyev said that e-commerce is the main pillar of the digital economy in modern times. The Vice-Rector spoke about the innovations that AzTU has brought to this field as an educational institution, the more practical nature of classes within the framework of university-industry cooperation, the importance of students approaching problems as creative solutions and thinking about their startups, and the contributions they will ultimately make to the business world. He recommended that AzTU students who want to succeed in this field develop their digital skills, develop their ability to analyze and make quick decisions, and adapt, learn the latest trends and trends, and most importantly, work with artificial intelligence. The head of the "Azexport.az" portal, Aykhan Gadashov, first expressed his gratitude to the AzTU administration for creating the conditions for the meeting. He then provided information about the services provided by the portal, e-commerce, its advantages and risks. Making a presentation on the topic of "Digital self-employment opportunities", Aykhan Gadashov noted that the reputation and number of users of e-commerce in the world and in Azerbaijan is increasing year by year and recommended that students focus on this direction. Then, he shared his knowledge and experience with AzTU students about the working principles, rules of international e-commerce platforms such as "Amazon", "e-Bay" and the requirements of the sales process in the digital world. After the speeches, a question-and-answer session began and the event concluded with panel discussions.

The Azerbaijan Technical University (AzTU) Student Youth Organization (SYO) organized a oratory training titled "I wish they would listen to me too." The main goal of the training, which was conducted with the participation of trainer Zaur Jahangirov, is to develop students' ability to communicate effectively, perform successfully in presentations and debates, use body language and tone of voice correctly, and also develop critical and analytical thinking skills. The training, which was held in the courtyard of AzTU, continued in a question-and-answer format.

The Republican scientific conference on “Advanced technologies and innovations” dedicated to the 102nd anniversary of the birth of national leader Heydar Aliyev has begun at Azerbaijan Technical University (AzTU). AzTU Rector Vilayat Valiyev, welcoming the participants, noted that interest in the conference, which is traditionally held every year, has increased this year. Noting the importance of transforming the final results of research into industry, the Rector brought to the attention of the conference participants that the defense industry, security issues and various technology topics are of strategic importance for the country and that the academic staff of AzTU is continuously working in this area. In addition, the AzTU Rector emphasized the importance of publishing the best 50 articles in research works and scientific articles in prestigious international scientific databases such as “Scopus”, “Web of Science” and attracting foreign partners to the conference in the future. Rizvan Nabiyev, a deputy of the Milli Majlis, said that today the development of digital technologies significantly increases the economic power of countries. He said that personnel training should actually be considered a matter of national security of the country. At present, a powerful defense industry is one of the main priorities for our country. Aykhan Huseynli, chief specialist of the Electronic Security Service, in his scientific report on “Cybersecurity - the fundamental pillar of the digital era”, spoke about various cyber attacks on state institutions in the world and in the country. According to the researcher, the cyber threat incidents that occur not only damage the reputation of states, but also create real economic and social threats. As a strategic issue for the country, highly professional personnel training should be continuous and the number of research works in this area should be increased. Rasul Gojayev, a student of the Faculty of Information Technologies and Telecommunications, made a presentation on the topic “Li-Fi Technology: Architectures and Data Transmission Mechanisms”. Rasul Gojayev made an analogy between the technology of the future, “Li-Fi”, and the currently relevant “Wi-Fi”, and informed the conference participants about the advantages and disadvantages of each. This year, in addition to AzTU, more than 550 scientific articles were sent to the conference from higher education institutions such as Azerbaijan State Oil and Industry University (ASOIU), Azerbaijan University of Economics (UNEC), Sumgayit State University (SDU), Nakhchivan State University (NDU), Odlar Yurdu University (OYU), and Western Caspian University. The conference, which continues with section meetings, will conclude its work on May 2.

The closing ceremony of the futsal competition of the Spartakiad dedicated to the 102nd anniversary of the birth of the national leader Heydar Aliyev was held at the Azerbaijan Technical University (AzTU). The event, organized by the Student Trade Union Committee (STUC) of AzTU, was attended by the delegation of the university and AFFA, students and guests. According to the results of the game, the Faculty of Metallurgy and Chemical Technology was awarded 1st place, the Faculty of Economics and Management was awarded 2nd place, and the Faculty of Information Technologies and Telecommunications was awarded 3rd place. The winning teams were awarded diplomas, medals and cups.

The School of Lifelong Learning of Azerbaijan Technical University (AzTU) has launched a new and exciting initiative to recycle plastic bottles and turn them into PLA material. This initiative is being implemented by engineers from the MGP Group, which operates under the School of Lifelong Learning. The goal is to increase interest in science and technology among secondary school students, instill care for the environment, and contribute to sustainable development goals. Under the leadership of Aygun Mehdiyeva, who teaches STEAM and informatics-digitalization classes, the students brought the collected plastic bottles to AzTU and handed them over to the MGP Workshop, and also got acquainted with its activities. At the MGP Workshop, the students watched the process of sorting, processing plastic waste and producing filament for 3D printers. Engineers of the AzTU MGP Group explained the technical aspects of the processing processes, the application of modern software and technologies, as well as the main principles of the MGP concept to the schoolchildren in detail, provided interesting information, and answered their numerous questions. This initiative also proves that every plastic bottle that looks like household waste is not just waste, but can be the beginning of an idea, a discovery, and cooperation.

The “Eco” exhibition was held with the support of Azerbaijan Technical University (AzTU) and the Union of Azerbaijan Student Youth Organizations, and organized by the AzTU Student Youth Organization (SYO). The goal is to raise awareness on environmental protection, form ecological awareness among students, and increase attention to ecological problems. The project also shared information on topics such as sustainable development, waste management, renewable energy sources, and ecological technologies, and demonstrated innovative ideas and ecological initiatives.

An excursion was organized for 2nd and 3rd year students of the Faculty of Transport and Logistics of Azerbaijan Technical University (AzTU) to the Azerbaijan Railway Museum and Baku Passenger Station. The excursion was attended by deputy deans and senior lecturer of the Department of Transport Logistics and Traffic Safety Avaz Askerov. First, a safety training was held for the students. Then, they were introduced to various production areas, exhibit halls, and passenger platforms operating at the Azerbaijan Railway Museum and Baku Passenger Station.

Students from the Electrical and Electronics Engineering program of the SABAH groups at Azerbaijan Technical University (AzTU) made a practical visit to the Electrical Equipment and Cable Plant of the Sumgayit Technologies Park (STP). The purpose of the visit was to reinforce theoretical knowledge with practical skills. This approach plays a crucial role in familiarizing AzTU students with the industrial environment and supporting their future career development. Accompanied by Aytan Sadigova, head of the AzTU SABAH groups, and Professor Muslum Cengiz Taplamacioglu, the students received valuable advice related to their field and observed key aspects of their specialty during the work process. As part of the visit, the students were introduced firsthand to the production process, modern technological equipment, and innovative solutions applied in the industrial sector.

Azerbaijan Technical University (AzTU) hosted the event titled "International Women’s Day 2025 Baku IWD 2025 Baku", aimed at promoting women’s activities in the fields of technology and innovation. The event was organized jointly by the Innovation and Digital Development Agency (DDA), AzTU’s Student Trade Union Committee (STUC), foreign students studying at AzTU, the Turkic States Youth Platform (TSYP), Women Techmakers, and Google Developer Groups. During the opening of the event, Fatih Emir Torun, the chairman of TSYP, and Malik Mammadli, the community leader of Google Developer Groups, spoke about the event’s goals and significance, providing participants with valuable information. The majority of attendees were women studying and working in the ICT field. The event, featuring engaging speeches, created a unique opportunity for women who have succeeded in the fields of information technologies, artificial intelligence, the gaming industry, digital communication, user experience (UX) design, social media strategy, and cybersecurity, to share their knowledge and experiences. Representatives from DDA, various international and local experts, startup leaders, researchers, and professionals working in the technology sector also participated in the event. Interactive discussions were held with participants, highlighting the importance of supporting the potential of women in technology and innovation, and emphasizing the necessity of organizing such events regularly to shape the next generation of women leaders.

Azerbaijan Technical University (AzTU) has organized the first international training for open-access academic journal editors operating in Azerbaijan. The training program, held online, focused on working in accordance with the requirements of the international Directory of Open Access Journals (DOAJ) platform. Initiated by Khayala Hajiyeva, Director of AzTU’s Library Information Center and DOAJ’s representative editor for Azerbaijan, the main goal of the training was to align scientific journals published in Azerbaijan with international standards and increase the number of Azerbaijani academic journals listed in DOAJ. Dr. Ramazan Turgut, Editor-in-Chief of DOAJ, addressed international criteria, application procedures for the platform, preparation of legal documentation, common mistakes, and key points to pay attention to. Representatives from the Azerbaijan National Academy of Sciences, Baku State University, National Aviation Academy, Azerbaijan State University of Culture and Arts, and Mingachevir State University participated in the training. At the end, participants’ questions were answered. It should be noted that such international training sessions, initiated by AzTU, will be held regularly.