On 9 October 2026, Anar Eminov, Rector of Mingachevir State University (MDU), met with master’s students pursuing studies in engineering. The meeting, organized by MDU’s Sustainable Energy and Engineering Systems Research Institute, focused on developing students’ research potential, benefiting from international academic opportunities, and exploring prospects for future professional development.
During the meeting, particular attention was paid to actively engaging master’s students in scientific activities, strengthening their research skills, and integrating them into the international academic environment. Discussions covered educational and research opportunities at foreign universities, international exchange programmes, joint research projects, publication of articles in reputable scientific journals, participation in international conferences, and prospects for doctoral studies.
The discussions also addressed such topical areas as sustainable energy, green technologies, digital engineering, and the application of artificial intelligence in engineering systems. The importance of involving master’s students in scientific research, innovative projects, and joint studies carried out in cooperation with industry in these fields was emphasized.
The meeting also focused on complementing students’ theoretical knowledge with practical skills, encouraging their participation in solving real scientific problems, and supporting their development into professionals capable of responding to the challenges of modern engineering.
During the interactive meeting, students’ questions were answered, their suggestions were heard, and recommendations were provided on academic supervision, the selection of research topics, and the expansion of international academic relations.
It should be noted that the development of young researchers’ scientific potential, the engagement of master’s students in research activities, and the expansion of international scientific cooperation opportunities are of significant importance for the advancement of scientific activities at Mingachevir State University. Initiatives implemented in these areas contribute to the creation of new knowledge, the promotion of innovative solutions, and the integration of scientific findings into the real sector.