Opportunities for cooperation between AzTU and Nigerian universities were discussed
A delegation from Nigeria, attending the COP29 events in Baku, visited Azerbaijan Technical University (AzTU). The guests met with AzTU Rector Vilayat Valiyev and other university representatives. During the meeting, they discussed potential collaboration between AzTU and Nigerian universities, as well as opportunities for joint research initiatives.
A final report meeting of the LMQS project was held in Kazakhstan
A final report meeting was held in Kazakhstan as part of the “ERASMUS+KA2” program project, titled “Strategic Quality Management and Risk Management in Healthcare in the Russian Federation, Kazakhstan, and Azerbaijan: Open and Distance Education for Professional Bachelor’s and Master’s Programs” (LMQS), in which Azerbaijan Technical University (AzTU) is a partner. The meetings, hosted by Al-Farabi Kazakh National University, Rus-Kazakh Medical University, and Kazakh National Medical University, took place in Almaty. During the sessions, the progress of the project and the results achieved were presented. The representative of the University of West Attica, the coordinating institution of the LMQS project, provided an overview of the documentation requirements for project outcomes and financial reporting to the partner universities. AzTU was represented by Associate Professor Sevinj Rzayeva from the Department of Economics and Statistics, Senior Specialist Nabat Cabbarova, and Leading Specialist Nubar Farhadzade from the International Relations Department.
Representatives of the SAP company provided training to AzTU students
Representatives of the global SAP company, Yuri Kupriianov and Wissam Kadi, conducted training sessions for AzTU students. The sessions were designed for students from the Faculties of Economics and Management, and Information and Communication Technologies. The SAP representatives, specializing in enterprise management, engaged students in managing businesses and making rational decisions using the “Business Builders Game” method in group settings. Following this, a panel discussion titled “Developing the Necessary Skills to Prepare Youth for an Agile and Dynamic World” was organized for AzTU’s academic staff. Faculty members from the Department of Economics and Statistics took part in the discussion. Additionally, a group of AzTU faculty and students visited SAP’s Green Zone pavilion during COP29, where they discussed the company’s various products and solutions.
AzTU was represented at the meeting of the Federation of International Library Associations and Institutes
A meeting was held with representatives from several leading libraries in Azerbaijan and an IFLA (International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions) representative, organized by the Library of ADA University. AzTU was represented at the meeting by Khayala Hajiyeva, Director of the Library and Information Center. IFLA representative Claire McGuire delivered a presentation on “Academic Libraries and Climate-related Activities: The Role of Libraries in Climate Change Research.” The discussion focused on the involvement of academic libraries in climate change research, the information services they provide to researchers in this field, and future actions to further support this area.
AzTU is on the list of the best universities in the world
In the context of the 29th session of the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP29) in Baku, the results of the “QS World University Rankings: Sustainability 2025”, which is one of the most influential ranking tables in the world, have been announced. According to the results, Azerbaijan Technical University (AzTU) (1501+) has been included in the list of the world’s best universities for the first time. The Ministry of Education of the Republic of Azerbaijan, the State Agency for Science and Higher Education, and QS (Quacquarelli Symonds) jointly conducted the event, and the “World University Ranking: Sustainability ranking 2025” certificate was presented to AzTU Rector Vilayat Valiyev.
Representatives of Pakistan University visited AzTU
A delegation from the National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST) of Pakistan, participating in the 29th session of the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP29), visited Azerbaijan Technical University (AzTU). The guests met with AzTU Rector Vilayat Valiyev and other university representatives. Rector Valiyev shared information about the ongoing initiatives at AzTU and highlighted the significance of the discussions held during COP29. He also expressed AzTU’s interest in expanding its collaboration with NUST in areas such as “Quacquarelli Symonds” (QS), the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG), artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and other global and regional university rankings.
AzTU has announced the commencement of a green energy project marking its contribution to the COP29
Azerbaijan Technical University (AzTU) has announced the commencement of a green energy project marking its contribution to the 29th Conference of the Parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP29). A conference titled “Climate Solutions for Sensitive Countries” was organized at Azerbaijan Technical University (AzTU) through a joint initiative between AzTU and the Asian Development Bank Institute (ADBI). The objective was to explore appropriate technological solutions for individuals and communities in vulnerable developing countries, including smart technologies that can facilitate the mobilization of finance, low-cost and affordable tools for climate change mitigation and adaptation, and ways to mitigate the loss and damage caused by the negative effects of climate change. In addition, comprehensive analyzes were presented at the conference to identify actionable recommendations for reducing the impact of climate change and developing adaptation in accordance with the Sustainable Development Goals. At the conference, AzTU Rector Vilayat Valiyev underscored…
A national scientific-practical conference on “Green and digital transformations: mutual effects, positive and negative aspects” was held
A republic scientific-practical conference on “Green and digital transformations: mutual effects, positive and negative aspects” was held at A R E T N Institute of Information Technologies. The organizers of the event are the Institute of Information Technologies, Azerbaijan Technical University, the National Aerospace Agency and the Institute of Radiation Problems. Speaking at the opening ceremony of the conference, Vice President of ANAS, General Director of the Institute of Information Technologies, Academician Rasim Aliguliyev first spoke about the historical significance of November 8 Victory Day. He said that 4 years ago, under the leadership of the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, Mr. Ilham Aliyev, our brave army wrote a glorious history in 44 days and put an end to the 30-year occupation, and our territorial integrity was restored. The scientist said that during the Patriotic War, our people united closely around the Supreme Commander…
AzTU became the champion of the mini-football sports competition dedicated to November 8 – Victory Day
The final stage, award ceremony, and closing event of the mini-football tournament dedicated to November 8 – Victory Day were held in Yasamal district. The tournament, organized jointly by the New Azerbaijan Party Yasamal District Branch, Yasamal District Executive Authority, and the Youth and Sports Sector of the Baku City Youth and Sports Department, brought together staff from educational institutions in the Yasamal district. Before the award ceremony, the team from Azerbaijan Technical University (AzTU) faced off against the team from the Azerbaijan National Academy of Sciences for the first-place title. AzTU emerged victorious with a 2-1 win, claiming the championship of the mini-football tournament. The third place was awarded to the team from Baku State University. The award ceremony for the teams that achieved 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place was held afterwards.
The winners of the “Victory Tournament” were awarded
The closing and award ceremony of the “Victory Tournament” sports competition was held, organized jointly by the Trade Union Committee of Azerbaijan Technical University (AzTU), the Student Trade Union Committee (STUC), and the Sports Club. The primary aim of the tournament was to promote the health of union members and further strengthen the bonds of friendship between students and staff. The closing ceremony of the tournament, held on November 8 in honor of Victory Day, began with a minute of silence to pay tribute to the memory of the brave sons and daughters of the homeland who gave their lives for the territorial integrity and sovereignty of our lands. This was followed by the playing of the Azerbaijani national anthem. Subsequently, the Vice Rector for Financial and Economic Affairs of AzTU, Rashad Aliyev, and the Deputy Chairman of the Republican Committee of the Azerbaijan Education Workers’ Free Trade Union, Mirza…