Scientific Research initiatives

The non-profit organization "Center for Scientific and Technological Initiatives", established within the group of Samruk-Kazyna JSC, is aimed at consolidation and systematization of research and development works of subsoil users.

In December 2022, the Center underwent the re-registration procedure on the site of the Astana International Financial Center, transforming into a non-profit organization Fund "Center for Scientific and Technological Initiatives "Samgau" (hereinafter — CSTI).

The goal of CSTI is to support scientific research and innovation activities through the formation of an efficient and transparent ecosystem that promotes the development of a knowledge-intensive economy and improves the well-being of the population.

CSTI aims to create a reliable system for the selection and implementation of research and innovation projects, ensuring transparency and comprehensibility of processes at all stages — from application to project completion. The efficiency of this system is ensured through a thorough examination of projects, and transparency is ensured through access to information on the status of the project at each stage of its implementation.

CSTI develops mechanisms for effective interaction between the scientific and innovation community and industry, and actively works to concentrate the scientific and intellectual potential of the country to solve advanced technological problems aimed at optimizing production processes.

Being a part of the National Innovation and Research System, CSTI builds interaction with government agencies, development institutions, research organizations and universities, industry and financial institutions.

Thus, a unified policy in the field of scientific and technological development of the Fund Group is formed with the aim of achieving long-term economic sustainability and global competitiveness by the companies.

Since December 2023, subsoil users of the Fund have been financing scientific research through CSTI. The new selection and funding mechanism based on the "single window" principle has become a key tool for optimal and transparent allocation of resources within the Fund. This innovative system develops priority areas of science and production, providing effective support for research projects.

In 2023, more than 84 R&D applications were considered. Five promising projects were submitted and approved for consideration by the Scientific and Technical Council of the Fund.