Mrs. Altynay Shayakhmetova, Satbayev University, Kazakhstan
Mrs. Altynay Shayakhmetova, MSc, is a dedicated biotechnology researcher from Almaty, Kazakhstan, currently pursuing her Master’s degree in Biotechnology at Satbayev University with an outstanding. She previously earned her Bachelor’s degree from Al-Farabi Kazakh National University, graduating. Altynay’s research focuses on the application of microRNAs and bioinformatics in neurodegenerative diseases, particularly Parkinson’s disease, and the use of CRISPR and miRNAs to enhance biofuel production in microalgae. Her scholarly contributions include multiple publications in international journals and conference proceedings, showcasing her expertise in in silico analysis and gene regulation. She is proficient in statistical and genetic analysis tools such as SPSS, GraphPad Prism, MEGA 12, and miRNA-related databases like miRBase and TargetScan. Actively involved in academic conferences such as “Farabi Alemi,” she has presented innovative findings on yeast-based feed proteins and miRNA-target interactions. Altynay continues to build a strong foundation for a future in molecular biotechnology.
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Academic Background
Mrs. Altynay Shayakhmetova is an emerging scholar in the field of biotechnology, currently enrolled in a Master’s degree program at Satbayev University in Almaty, Kazakhstan, where she maintains an exceptional. Her postgraduate studies, spanning from 2024 to 2026, reflect her commitment to advancing research and practical expertise in molecular biotechnology. Prior to this, she completed her Bachelor’s degree in Biotechnology at Al-Farabi Kazakh National University between 2020 and 2024, accumulating 242 academic credits and graduating with an impressive. Throughout her academic journey, Altynay has developed a strong foundation in both theoretical and applied biotechnology, positioning her for impactful contributions to scientific research. Her educational path underscores her dedication to excellence and her potential as a future leader in the field of life sciences and bioinformatics research.
Research Focus
Mrs. Altynay Shayakhmetova’s research focus lies at the intersection of biotechnology, bioinformatics, and molecular genetics, with particular emphasis on neurodegenerative disease pathways and sustainable bioenergy production. Her scholarly contributions reveal a dual focus: one in medical biotechnology, where she investigates microRNA (miRNA)-mediated gene regulation in Parkinson’s disease, and the other in environmental biotechnology, where she explores the use of CRISPR and miRNAs to enhance biofuel production in microalgae. Her studies rely heavily on in silico analysis and bioinformatics tools to identify key gene targets, regulatory networks, and therapeutic or metabolic engineering pathways. Altynay’s use of computational tools and databases like TargetScan, STRING, and GeneCards reflects her expertise in systems biology and genomic data analysis. Her work contributes to the understanding of gene expression in disease mechanisms and biotechnological solutions for clean energy, placing her research within the biomedical informatics and environmental biotechnology categories.
Publication Top Notes
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Harnessing MicroRNAs and CRISPR to enhance biofuel production in microalgae, Kirbayeva D.K., Shayakhmetova A.Y., et al., International Journal of Hydrogen Energy, 2025
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An in silico study on the targeting of FAM171A2 by specific miRNAs in Parkinson’s disease, Shayakhmetova A.Y., Belkozhayev A.M., Conference: Genetics and Physiology: Past, Present, Future, 2025
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In silico analysis of miRNA-mediated regulation of the SOD2 gene in Parkinson’s disease, Shayakhmetova A.Y., Belkozhayev A.M., Farabi Alemi Conference, 2025
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In silico analysis of miR-7-5p interactions with mRNA targets in Parkinson’s pathogenesis, Shayakhmetova A.Y., Belkozhayev A.M., Endless Light in Science, 2024
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Identification of miR-548at-5p and miR-335-3p target genes in Parkinson’s disease, Shayakhmetova A.Y., Belkozhayev A.M., Science and Education: Modern Time, 2024
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Obtaining feed protein from yeast cells, Shayakhmetova A.Y., Shaualieva K.S., et al., Farabi Alemi Conference, 2024
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Production of feed protein from yeast cells based on various substrates, Shaualieva K.S., Shayakhmetova A.Y., et al., Farabi Alemi Conference, 2024
Conclusion
Mrs. Altynay Shayakhmetova is a highly promising early-career researcher with a focused trajectory in biotechnology, bioinformatics, and neurodegenerative disease research. Her academic excellence, technical proficiency, and already impressive publication record position her as a strong contender for the Research for Best Researcher Award, especially within the young researcher or early-career category. With further advancement in research leadership and international collaboration, she holds substantial potential for future scientific breakthroughs.