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National Technology Competition Launches for School Students Targeting Digital Innovations

20 May. 11:17

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The Ministry of Education of Turkmenistan, in partnership with the Party of Industrialists and Entrepreneurs, has officially commenced an academic innovation tournament tailored for secondary school students. Strategically timed to coincide with the national Day of Science, the initiative is designed to identify and support young talent specializing in software development, applied robotics, and advanced automated engineering matrices.

The competitive framework is structured across three primary modern technological disciplines. Participants are invited to submit original designs within the "Smart City" category, featuring industrial automation through robotics and the Internet of Things (IoT). Dedicated sections are also available for mobile educational software architectures (EduTech) and digital platforms optimized to advance environmental conservation and sustainable economic practices (Eco-Tech).

According to the official administrative guidelines, enrollment requires the submission of distinct, individual projects, limiting each prospective candidate to a single scientific entry. The evaluation committee requires all conceptual blueprints and software codes to be delivered through secure institutional electronic mailing networks. The operational deadline for final project registration has been set for June 2, 2026.

Logistical oversight and candidate support are administered by a multi-agency committee comprising the School Department of the Ministry of Education and the Ashgabat City Committee of the SPPT. For technical specifications, structural criteria, and general inquiries, the organizing secretariat has made available the following communication channels: hotlines 22-74-07, 22-70-38, 44-86-85, alongside the official corporate emails: tbmmekbol@gmail.com and tstp.ashgabat22@gmail.com.

















Switzerland Opens Applications for Government Excellence Scholarships for Young Turkmen Researchers

24 Aug. 14:45

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The Swiss Government has officially opened the application cycle for its Excellence Scholarships for the 2027–2028 academic year. The program target young specialists and researchers from Turkmenistan seeking to conduct post-graduate research or pursue doctoral studies at top Swiss universities and research institutes.

Key applicant requirements:

A Master’s degree or equivalent academic/professional credential;

Age limit: born after December 31, 1991;

A detailed research proposal including a timeline, core methodology, and planned objectives;

An official letter of academic sponsorship from a host professor in Switzerland;

For applicants currently residing in Switzerland, the entry date must not precede August 1, 2026.

The grant includes a monthly allowance, health insurance coverage, partial housing subsidies, and travel expenses. Research fellowships range from 6 to 12 months in duration. Electronic application submissions will remain open through November 27, 2026. Application procedures for Turkmen citizens are overseen by the Embassy of Switzerland in Baku.