An online meeting was held on expanding academic cooperation opportunities between the employees of the Institute of Biomedical Engineering of Azerbaijan Technical University (AzTU) and European specialists in the field of biotechnology and robotics. The meeting was attended by Professor Nuran Abdullayev, Director of the Institute of Biomedical Engineering, Javid Abbasli, Senior Researcher of the Institute, and Sevinj Aliyeva, Researcher. During the discussions, high-precision robotic systems used in minimally invasive medical interventions, their innovative architectures, real-time control solutions, and artificial intelligence integration capabilities were presented. The aforementioned technologies are considered to be innovative approaches that are at the forefront of modern medical science and have a wide application area in the technological development ecosystem of Europe. During the meeting, new research directions based on artificial intelligence, implementation of joint projects, and initial cooperation opportunities for the adaptation of this type of robotic technologies in Azerbaijan were also discussed in detail in the AI-MED LAB laboratory operating under the Institute of Biomedical Engineering. It should be noted that the Institute of Biomedical Engineering has set as a priority the expansion of international scientific relations, the transfer of advanced technologies to our country, and the creation of new opportunities for young researchers through such meetings.

On June 18, 2025, the Rector of Azerbaijan Technical University (AzTU) Vilayat Valiyev participated as a speaker in the international panel titled “Research and Innovation to Support Transition to a Circular Economy.” The event was held within the framework of the Global Sustainable Development Congress 2025 and focused on discussions about research and innovation aimed at advancing the circular economy. During the panel, the Rector provided detailed information about the university’s scientific research and innovative approaches in this field. Topics such as efficient resource use, waste reduction, and promotion of recycling are among the university’s priorities. Additionally, the Rector highlighted collaborative projects with local and international partners. Discussions with international experts emphasized the crucial role of research and innovation in the development of a circular economy. The Rector underlined AzTU’s responsibilities and future prospects in this area. AzTU’s participation in such events enhances the university’s international reputation and strengthens its leading position in sustainable development.

The “Falling Walls Lab” international competition was organized at AzTU by the joint organization of Azerbaijan Technical University (AzTU) and the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD). The event was realized with the joint support of DAAD lecturer Claudio Kasperl working at AzTU and AzTU employees. The main goal of the project, organized in about 60 countries, is to promote exceptional creative ideas and unite promising young scientists and students from all fields of science on a globally recognized platform. The competition participants are given the opportunity to present their research, business models or initiatives to their peers, a high-level jury and the general public. Opening the final event of the “Falling Walls Lab” international competition in Azerbaijan with an introductory speech, AzTU Vice-Rector for Academic Affairs Professor Nurali Yusifbeyli welcomed the participants and informed them about the importance of the competition. He noted that such international competitions are opportunities for Azerbaijani researchers to reveal all their creative potential. He expressed his gratitude to the representatives of the German Academic Exchange Service and the German Embassy in Azerbaijan for this opportunity. Claudio Kasperl said that this year, the “Falling Walls Lab” competition was announced open to individual researchers and students from Azerbaijan for the first time. A total of 80 project ideas were submitted to the competition, and online training on presentation skills (pitching) was first conducted for the participants whose candidacy was approved. 19 project authors, consisting of young researchers from AzTU, Azerbaijan State University of Economics, Baku Higher Oil School, Mingachevir State University, Azerbaijan State Pedagogical University, UFAZ, and the Azerbaijan National Academy of Sciences, qualified for the final stage and presented their ideas for 3 minutes at the final event held at AzTU. Then, Heiko Schwarz, Deputy Ambassador of Germany to Azerbaijan, Gebhard Reul, Head of the Regional Office of the German Academic Exchange Service in Tbilisi, and Nargis Wieck, Executive Director of the German-Azerbaijani Chamber of Commerce, made speeches and wished success to the participants of the competition. The projects of the candidates who participated in the final stage of the competition were evaluated by a jury consisting of Azerbaijani higher education institutions, scientific research institutes and industrial enterprises. The evaluation was carried out based on criteria such as the originality, innovation and usefulness of the project idea to the field, the relevance of the project idea and its impact on the target audience, and the level of presentation of the project. Zarifa Asadullayeva, a researcher representing the Baku Higher Oil School, was selected as the winner of the competition for Azerbaijan with her project “Breaking Walls of Unsustainable Construction”. The winning project involves the development of bioactive hydrogel capsules that increase the longevity of buildings, reduce their repair costs and reduce CO2 emissions by enabling concrete to self-heal. The winning participant will represent Azerbaijan with her project at the grand finale of the competition to be held in Berlin on November 6, 2025.

From June 16 to 19, 2025, Azerbaijan Technical University (AzTU) is proudly representing itself at the Global Sustainable Development Congress (GSDC) held in Istanbul. The congress is organized by the prestigious Times Higher Education (THE) ranking agency and gathers leading academic institutions from around the world.  A delegation of nearly 50 representatives from 12 leading universities in Azerbaijan, under the leadership of the Ministry of Science and Education of the Republic of Azerbaijan and the State Agency for Science and Higher Education, participates in the event. At the Azerbaijan pavilion, universities showcase their successful initiatives, projects, and research outcomes in the field of sustainable development to the international scientific community.  This important international platform provides AzTU with opportunities to establish new collaborations and exchange experiences, while further promoting the university’s efforts towards sustainable development to a broader audience.  Participation in the congress enhances AzTU’s activity within international scientific networks and creates significant opportunities to strengthen its position in the field of sustainable development.  Azerbaijan Technical University’s involvement in this key event confirms its active role in global scientific advancement and its ongoing commitment to sustainable development goals.

Professor Michael Langenbaan, Dean of the Faculty of Economics and Social Sciences of the Koblenz University of Applied Sciences in Germany, and the faculty staff met with Professor Nurali Yusifbayli, Vice-Rector for Academic Affairs at the Azerbaijan Technical University (AzTU). AzTU employees also attended the meeting. Vice-Rector Nurali Yusifbayli provided the guests with detailed information about the work done at the university in the field of science and research, the implemented dual diploma programs and projects, as well as the innovations brought by AzTU to the education sector in Azerbaijan. Professor Christian Gansoye, Head of the Sustainability Transformation Management (STM) Program at the Faculty of Economics and Social Sciences of the Koblenz University of Applied Sciences in Germany, made a presentation about the program. During the meeting, an exchange of views was held on establishing cooperation between the two universities. Issues such as student-teacher exchange and participation in joint internship programs were also discussed.

The final round of the “Azercell CUP 2025” programming competition was held at AzTU with the joint organization of “Azercell Telecom” LLC, the Institute of Education of the Republic of Azerbaijan and the support of the Institute of Information Technologies and Methodological Support in Education of Azerbaijan Technical University (AzTU). 162 students participated in the competition. In the final round, the participants were given the task of designing solutions to 5 algorithmic problems in C++ and Python programming languages ​​within 3 hours and testing them through an automatic evaluation system on the https://codeany.org/ portal. It should be noted that 442 students representing grades 6-7 of secondary schools from different regions of Azerbaijan participated in the qualification stage of the competition held in an online format on April 5, and 216 of them qualified for the semi-final stage. 162 students who showed the best results in the semi-final stage held in an online format on May 3 advanced to the final stage. The “Azercell Cup” competition has been held since 2021. The competition aims to identify talented students, develop their scientific potential, and ensure their participation in various international Olympiads and competitions.

On June 17, the Ministry of Defense Industry (MoD) organized an info tour to one of the ministry's institutions for first-year students of the Faculty of Special Equipment and Technology of the Azerbaijan Technical University (AzTU). About 20 students participated in the info tour. First, the participants visited the monument to the founder and architect of the modern Azerbaijani state, the National Leader Heydar Aliyev, erected on the territory of the institution, and observed a minute of silence in memory of the Great Leader and our martyrs who gave their lives for the Motherland. The students were given detailed information about the achievements in the field of defense industry in our country and the development of our national military industrial potential under the leadership of the worthy successor of the National Leader, President, Victorious Supreme Commander-in-Chief Ilham Aliyev. It was noted that various types of weapons, ammunition and technical equipment produced at the MND's institutions made a significant contribution to achieving the glorious Victory by increasing the efficiency of combat operations during the Patriotic War. Then, the participants of the info tour got acquainted with the production process, and the specialists of the Ministry of Defense answered their questions. It should be noted that the Faculty of Special Techniques and Technology of AzTU has been operating since 2012, based on the relevant Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers and the initiative of the Ministry of Defense, with the aim of training qualified personnel in the field of defense industry.

An excursion to “AAC” LLC was organized by the Azerbaijan Technical University (AzTU) Faculty of Mechanical Engineering and Robotics and the Career and Employment Center for students studying in the field of industrial engineering. An excursion to “AAC” LLC was organized by the Azerbaijan Technical University (AzTU) Faculty of Mechanical Engineering and Robotics and the Career and Employment Center for students studying in the field of industrial engineering. During the excursion, the students got acquainted with the production process, modern equipment at the enterprise and real working conditions. Representatives of “AAC” LLC provided the students with extensive information about the enterprise’s activities, applied technologies and real application areas of industrial engineering. During the meeting, the students’ future internship opportunities, organization of industrial internship and prospects for bilateral cooperation were discussed.

A Republican scientific conference dedicated to June 15 - National Salvation Day - was held at Azerbaijan Technical University (AzTU) within the framework of the "Year of Constitution and Sovereignty". The conference was dedicated to the ideas of statehood of Azerbaijan, legal and political stability and the development of the independent Republic of Azerbaijan. AzTU Rector Vilayat Valiyev, MPs Anar Isgandarov, Parvin Karimzade, Samir Valiyev, Jeyhun Mammadov, Elchin Mirzabayli, the university's faculty and students participated in the event. First, flowers were laid in front of the bust of the great leader Heydar Aliyev in the AzTU lobby, and his memory was honored with respect. Then, a minute of silence was observed in memory of the great leader Heydar Aliyev and the martyrs who gave their lives for the territorial integrity and sovereignty of Azerbaijan. The National Anthem of Azerbaijan was played. Welcoming the guests, AzTU Rector Vilayat Valiyev spoke about the special importance of celebrating National Salvation Day within the framework of the "Year of Constitution and Sovereignty". Looking back at history, the Rector said that in the 90s, Azerbaijan's sovereignty was in doubt. In such a difficult period, the leader who saved the Azerbaijani people and the country from an unbearable situation could have been the great leader Heydar Aliyev. He noted that June 15, when the great leader Heydar Aliyev returned to power, was actually the day when the Sovereignty of the Republic of Azerbaijan was restored, and the Azerbaijani people are celebrating National Salvation Day in Azerbaijan, which has fully restored its sovereignty, today. Chairman of the Science and Education Committee of the Milli Majlis, MP Anar Isgandarov said that he is honored to hold meetings with universities on historical days and convey history to the younger generation. Then he spoke about the dark and bright days in the history of Azerbaijan. He said that June 15 - National Salvation Day has special historical significance. The deputy first spoke in detail about the great leader's influence in the former Soviet Union republics, as well as in the world, then about his services in the history of Azerbaijan, and the people's trust in him. The deputy especially noted that today's sovereign and modern Republic of Azerbaijan is the work of the Great Leader. Member of the Science and Education Committee of the Milli Majlis, MP Parvin Karimzadeh, delivered a report on the topic "Historical Successes of Azerbaijan", and said that June 15 was the beginning of Azerbaijan's path to victory. It was noted that today, as a result of the determination and political will of the worthy successor of the Great Leader, Supreme Commander-in-Chief, President Ilham Aliyev, Azerbaijan has a say in the world. Member of the Science and Education Committee of the Milli Majlis, MP Samir Valiyev, delivered a report on the topic "National Salvation, the Salvation of Our People, the Rise of Our State", and said that National Salvation Day was a turning point in the history of the Azerbaijani people, and if the great leader Heydar Aliyev had not returned to the country, the Azerbaijani state could have lost its sovereignty. Member of the Science and Education Committee of the Milli Majlis, MP Jeyhun Mammadov, delivered a report on the topic “The Role of Great Leader Heydar Aliyev in the Development of Education and Culture in Azerbaijan” and emphasized that the revival of Azerbaijani education and culture occurred precisely after Heydar Aliyev returned to power. Member of the Science and Education Committee of the Milli Majlis, MP Elchin Mirzabayli, delivered a report on the topic “The Concept of Sovereignty: Classical Theories and the Azerbaijani Model”, first talking about sovereignty, state structures and their essence. Then, the MP spoke about the strategic approaches of great leader Heydar Aliyev and the formation of the concept of sovereignty and said that the sovereignty of the Republic of Azerbaijan does not consist only of legal status and political immunity, as in classical theories, but also includes the concepts of independent decision-making in the energy, economic, environmental, cultural and information fields.

The next meeting of the Scientific Council of Azerbaijan Technical University (AzTU) was held. During the meeting the progress of the summer exam session was discussed . Then, current issues were considered.