A research project by KazGASA entitled “Development of Comfortable Modules for Public Spaces” has been selected as a winner of the Almaty City Akimat’s 2026 grant competition aimed at commercializing the results of scientific and scientific-technical activities.

The project is led by Zaure T. Aitmagambetova, Associate Professor at the School of Engineering. The research team also includes Damelkan K. Sydykova, Erlan R. Sutbekov, and Abdulkhaliq S. Nabiev.

The project was submitted under the priority area “Comfortable Urban Environment.” Its main objective is to develop climate-adaptive SMART BOX modules designed to improve Almaty’s public spaces, enhance the quality of the urban environment, and create more comfortable conditions for city residents.

As part of the competition, the research team successfully passed three stages of in-person project presentations and an acceleration programme, securing a place in the final. Grant funding of KZT 33.1 million has been allocated for the project’s implementation.

The award of this grant highlights the research potential of KazGASA scholars and their ability to propose innovative solutions for improving urban infrastructure. The research findings are expected to open up new opportunities for modernizing Almaty’s public spaces in line with contemporary standards and enhancing the quality of life for city residents.