The II International Conference on Antibiotic Resistance

On November 5, 2026, the II International Scientific Conference entitled “Antibiotic Resistance and Antimicrobial Chemotherapy Strategies” was held at JSC “South Kazakhstan Medical Academy” (SKMA), organized by the Department of Microbiology, Allergology and Immunology.
The main objectives of the conference were to discuss current challenges related to antibiotic resistance, explore modern approaches to the rational use of antimicrobial agents, facilitate the exchange of scientific knowledge and experience, and encourage students' interest in scientific research.
The international conference was held in both online and offline formats, bringing together representatives of medical educational institutions from Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan, faculty members, healthcare professionals, and students.
The conference officially opened with a welcoming address by Aizad Ashimkhanovna Seidakhmetova, Dean of the Faculty of Medicine at South Kazakhstan Medical Academy.
Welcoming remarks were also delivered by Kaldygul Dzhapparovna Kulzhanova, Head of the Bacteriological Laboratory at the City Infectious Diseases Hospital, and Botakoz Kenzhekulovna Karabasova, Head of the Bacteriological Laboratory Department at the City Perinatal Center and Director of the BAILAB Laboratory. The distinguished guests extended their best wishes to the conference participants.
The scientific program covered a wide range of important topics, including molecular mechanisms of antibiotic resistance, the role of bacterial plasmids, rational use of antimicrobial agents, bacteriophages and alternative therapeutic strategies, infection prevention and control, modern rapid diagnostic methods, and the prevention of healthcare-associated infections.
Representatives of the Urgench State Medical Institute and Mamun University from the Republic of Uzbekistan also presented scientific reports, contributing to the international exchange of scientific knowledge and experience.
During the conference, students presented the results of their scientific research and participated in discussions on current issues in microbiology and antimicrobial therapy.
At the conclusion of the conference, the best scientific presentations were selected, and the winners were awarded diplomas:
• First Place Diploma – Zhansaya Temirbek;
• Second Place Diploma – Balzhan Bekmurat;
• Third Place Diploma – Zumrat Ibragim;
• “Best Presentation” Award – Ayaulym Maksutkhanova.
The winners' scientific achievements and research efforts were highly appreciated, and gratitude was expressed to all students who actively participated in the conference.
The conference concluded with closing remarks by Bibigul Tolegenovna Seitkhanova, Head of the Department of Microbiology, Allergology and Immunology, who expressed her sincere appreciation to all participants, distinguished guests, and speakers for their contributions to the event.
The international conference served as an important scientific platform for enhancing students' research potential, strengthening cooperation between medical education and clinical practice, and promoting the rational use of antibiotics.