Ilgar Abbasov, a lecturer at the Department of Mechanical Engineering Technology of Azerbaijan Technical University (AzTU), successfully defended his dissertation on the topic "Development of a methodology for increasing energy efficiency in lathe processing" at the Brandenburg Technical University Cottbus-Senftenberg (BTU C-S) and received the academic scientific degree of German Doctor of Engineering (Dr.-Ing.). It should be noted that, as a doctoral student at the Department of Mechanical Engineering Technology (scientific supervisor, Prof. Nizami Yusubov), he won a 4-year doctoral scholarship from the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) in 2019 and began his doctoral studies at the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Electrical and Energy Systems of BTU C-S in October 2020. Here, his scientific supervisor was the head of the Department of Metalworking Machine Tools, honorary doctor of AzTU, Professor Sylvio Simon. The experimental stages of the research were carried out not only at the Brandenburg Technical University, but also at the Polish Jelenia Gora and Wrocław Universities of Technology, and high scientific results were achieved. After the end of the DAAD scholarship in October 2024, Ilgar Abbasov began working as a research worker and teacher at the same faculty. This decision clearly demonstrated the high appreciation that BTU C-S places on his scientific potential and professionalism, and at the same time made a significant contribution to the further strengthening of international cooperation between our universities. The head of the Department of Mechanical Engineering Technology, Professor Nizami Yusubov, as a member of the Defense Council established at BTU C-S and one of the main reviewers, participated in the defense process, as well as the associate professor of the department, Arastun Mammadov, as a guest at the Defense Council meeting. In connection with Ilgar Abbasov's defense, AzTU Rector Vilayat Valiyev sent a letter of gratitude to BTU C-S President Professor Gesine Grande. The rector's letter was presented to Gesine Grande after the defense of the dissertation.

Professor Nizami Yusubov, Head of the Department of Mechanical Engineering Technology of Azerbaijan Technical University (AzTU), and Associate Professor Arastun Mammadov, Head of the Department of Mechanical Engineering Technology, visited Germany within the framework of a grant project funded by the Azerbaijan Science Foundation (Grant No. AEF-MGC-2024-2(50)-16/01/1-M-01). The aim was to further deepen joint scientific research, discuss the results obtained, conduct practical experiments on site, and discuss the joint publication of the research in high-ranking scientific journals. Project leader Professor Nizami Yusubov and project executor Associate Professor Arastun Mammadov met with Professor Sylvio Simon, Head of the Department of Mechanical Engineering, Electrical and Energy Systems of the Brandenburg Technical University Cottbus-Senftenberg (BTU C-S), and his colleagues within the framework of a scientific mission to discuss the work on the grant project in question. As part of the visit, an excursion was organized for AzTU representatives to the “Deutsche Bahn” Transport Vehicles Repair LLC, and scientific cooperation and technological directions with industrial enterprises were determined during the meetings. In addition, some initial experimental studies were also conducted in the Metalworking Machine Tool Laboratory. It should be noted that research is currently being successfully continued at BTU within the framework of the grant project. This cooperation is making a necessary contribution to increasing the international rating of the grant project. It is planned to jointly publish the conducted research in highly rated scientific journals and to train joint doctoral students in the future.

An info session on “Startup Days” was held at the Incubation Center of Azerbaijan Technical University (AzTU). The aim of the event was to provide students with detailed information about the “Startup Days” to be held at the university, prepare them for this process, and familiarize them with the startup ecosystem. Students of the Faculty of Information and Telecommunication Technologies participated in the info session. Osman Gunduz, Rector’s Advisor on Digital Issues, said that the “Startup Days” project will be held with the support of the “Startup Azerbaijan” platform. He spoke about the essence, goals, and opportunities of “Startup Days” for students, emphasized the importance of forming a startup culture at the university, and called on students to actively participate in this project. Then, AzTU Incubation Center Coordinator Azad Musayev made a speech and provided extensive information about the “Startup Days” to be held in the coming days. He spoke about the stages awaiting students these days, the formation of teams, the processes from the idea stage to the development of a prototype. At the end, the participants' questions were answered.

On November 4-6, the “QS Higher Education: Asia and the Pacific” summit was held in Seoul, South Korea, organized by the international rating agency “Quacquarelli Symonds” (QS) and hosted by Korea University. The event was attended by higher education institutions from Australia, Kazakhstan, Vietnam, the Philippines, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, Egypt and other countries, as well as Azerbaijani universities. Azerbaijan Technical University (AzTU) was represented at the summit by Subhan Namazov, Vice-Rector for Science and Innovation, Bakhtiyar Badalov, Director of the Research and Development Department, and Parvana Movsumova, Head of the Quality Assurance Department. An award ceremony was held as part of the summit to recognize universities that successfully passed the “QS Stars” international assessment system. AzTU was awarded 5 stars in this assessment. As part of the event, the AzTU delegation held meetings with university leaders and representatives of international rating agencies from different countries of the world, exchanged experiences, and discussed future cooperation opportunities. As part of the visit, AzTU representatives attended an official reception organized by the Azerbaijani Embassy in Korea on the occasion of Victory Day.

An informative session was organized for 4th year students of Azerbaijan Technical University (AZTU) to promote and encourage civil service. Mehti Namazov, an employee of the AzTU Communication Department, spoke at the event and noted the importance of civil service in developing a management culture and forming transparent and professional personnel. He emphasized the importance of educating students on such topics. Civil service trainer Samir Damirov informed the youth about the rules for admission to civil service, categories and classifications, certificates required for vacant positions, and other issues. At the end, the students' questions were answered.

Georgiana Oana Stănilă, Deputy Dean of the Faculty of Business Administration in Foreign Languages, Professor of the Accounting Department of the Bucharest University of Economics, Romania, and Razvan Hoinaru, a teacher of the same department, were guests of the Azerbaijan Technical University (AzTU) on an exchange within the framework of bilateral cooperation. AzTU Vice-Rector for International Relations Fariz Mammadov informed the guests about the university's activities. Discussions were held to expand areas of cooperation between the two universities. Later, the guests held a seminar on "Financial Reporting in Relation to Sustainable Development Goals" for teachers and students of the Faculty of Industrial Economics and Management of AzTU.

Within the framework of the Heydar Aliyev Foundation's "For a Life Without Thalassemia" program, a voluntary blood donation campaign was held at Azerbaijan Technical University (AzTU) by the Republican Blood Bank of the Ministry of Health.  The campaign was organized to help people suffering from thalassemia and other blood diseases, as well as to contribute to the expansion of the donor movement in society.  AzTU employees participated in the campaign, which was held within the framework of the "Year of Constitution and Sovereignty".

An educational event was held at Azerbaijan Technical University (AzTU) within the framework of the "Children's Rights Month" organized by the Communication Department. Mehti Namazov, an employee of the Communication Department, said that AzTU always pays attention to organizing events covering social topics. He said that the healthy development of children, their education and growing up in an environment free from violence are important factors for every member of society. Lawyer, mediator Mehri Rzayeva spoke about the legislative acts of the Republic of Azerbaijan related to children's rights, as well as the importance of the UN Convention on the Rights of the Children. At the end, questions were answered.

A concert program dedicated to Victory Day was held at Azerbaijan Technical University (AzTU). Before the event, jointly organized by AzTU and Azerbaijan State University of Culture and Art (ASUCA), flowers were laid in front of the bust of the great leader Heydar Aliyev. The event began with the performance of the National Anthem of Azerbaijan by the ASUCA “Khazar” student choir. Then, a minute of silence was observed in memory of our martyrs who sacrificed their lives for the freedom and sovereignty of our Motherland. ASUCA Rector Jeyran Mahmudova and AzTU Rector Vilayat Valiyev conveyed their congratulations on the occasion of Victory Day. It was noted that Victory Day is written in golden letters in the history of Azerbaijan. The glorious victory achieved as a result of the will of the Supreme Commander-in-Chief, President Ilham Aliyev, and the strength of our brave army once again demonstrated the power of our country to the world. After the speeches, the event continued with a concert program. Songs and musical numbers dedicated to Victory Day were performed by People's Artist of Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan Gulyanag Mammadova, Honored Artist Zakir Aliyev, Honored Cultural Worker Samira Aliyeva, the "Khazar" student choir of the Azerbaijan State Military University, and others.

A startup-oriented training was held at the Incubation Center of Azerbaijan Technical University (AzTU) with the joint support of the university and the “Startup Azerbaijan” platform. At the training, expert and mentor, chairman of the “Azerbaijan Innovation Export Consortium” Farid Kazimov made a presentation on the formation of startups, development stages and transformation of ideas into market-oriented projects. He spoke to young people about the importance of the right approach and teamwork in the startup ecosystem, and gave practical recommendations based on real examples. Speaking at the event, AzTU Incubation Center Coordinator Azad Musayev announced that a large-scale event called “Startup Days” would be held in the near future, jointly organized by the university and the “Startup Azerbaijan” platform. It was noted that this event will create opportunities for students to present innovative ideas, build teams, and collaborate with mentors. It should be noted that the AzTU Incubation Center cooperates with the Innovation and Digital Development Agency (IDIA) under the Ministry of Digital Development and Transport.