Associate Professor, Asfendiyarov Kazakh National Medical University” Kazakhstan
Dr. Ainash Kairatovna Baidullayeva is an Assistant Professor at Asfendiyarov Kazakh National Medical University’s School of Pharmacy in Kazakhstan, where she specializes in Environmental Engineering and Green Chemistry. With over 35 publications, 3 patents, and international recognition, she focuses on sustainable solutions for environmental pollution through advanced chemical engineering approaches. Her research targets ion-exchange sorbents derived from vermiculite and glycidyl methacrylate for efficient removal of toxic metal ions from water systems. Notably, her work on phosphate- and epoxy-functionalized composites has demonstrated over 78% extraction efficiency for MoO₄²⁻ and ReO₄⁻ ions under harsh conditions. A published author in MDPI’s Processes and a recognized contributor to the UN Sustainable Development Goals, Dr. Baidullayeva’s work is both scalable and eco-friendly. She is fluent in Kazakh, Russian, and English (IELTS 5.5), and maintains a growing presence in international scholarly communities via Scopus, ORCID, and conference participation.
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🎓 Education
Dr. Baidullayeva holds academic qualifications aligning with chemical and environmental engineering disciplines, culminating in her current role as Assistant Professor at Asfendiyarov Kazakh National Medical University. While specific degree information is not listed, her advanced expertise in sustainable chemical processes, sorbent synthesis, and wastewater treatment techniques suggests postgraduate education in chemical or environmental engineering. Her education enabled her to lead innovative research projects involving copolymers, epoxy-functionalized materials, and structural characterization methods like XRD and FTIR. Her proficiency in three languages (Kazakh, Russian, English) further underscores her academic versatility and ability to engage with global scientific communities. As an educator and researcher, she actively contributes to training pharmacy students and young scientists in environmentally responsible engineering practices, in alignment with the global agenda for sustainable development and scientific innovation. Her academic background serves as a strong foundation for her impactful contributions in green chemistry and environmental purification.
🧪 Experience
Dr. Ainash Baidullayeva currently serves as an Assistant Professor at the Department of Engineering Disciplines and Good Practices in the School of Pharmacy, Asfendiyarov Kazakh National Medical University, Kazakhstan. She brings academic and applied research experience in environmental materials, polymer chemistry, and wastewater treatment. With a robust portfolio of over 35 publications and 3 patents, her professional contributions span synthesis, evaluation, and implementation of ion-exchange materials for removing heavy metals from industrial wastewater. She teaches courses bridging engineering and pharmaceutical sciences, applying green chemistry to practical problems. Her interdisciplinary work integrates material science with sustainability, showcasing her capacity to lead in academic research and environmental innovation. Fluent in Kazakh, Russian, and English, she also actively engages in collaborative and international projects. Her ongoing work emphasizes environmentally resilient systems that meet global standards for eco-safety and chemical sustainability, thus preparing future pharmacists with a strong engineering and environmental ethic.
🏆 Awards & Honors
Dr. Ainash Kairatovna Baidullayeva was honored with the prestigious Best Researcher Award in the category of Environmental Materials & Wastewater Treatment, recognizing her contributions to sustainable chemical engineering and eco-friendly water purification solutions. This accolade reflects her innovation in developing ion-exchange sorbents using functionalized vermiculite and glycidyl methacrylate copolymers. Her sorbents, capable of extracting over 78% of MoO₄²⁻ and ReO₄⁻ ions, demonstrate robust efficiency even under harsh chemical conditions. With more than 35 publications—including 9 indexed in Scopus/Web of Science—and 3 patents for epoxy-based ionites, her work is both impactful and scalable. Her recent peer-reviewed study in Processes (MDPI) is a testament to her scientific excellence. Additionally, her active engagement with international research platforms, conference presentations, and commitment to the UN Sustainable Development Goals further validates her distinguished position in the scientific community. Her achievements highlight her as a leading voice in environmental material research in Kazakhstan and beyond.
🔬 Research Focus
Dr. Baidullayeva’s research centers on the synthesis and application of advanced ion-exchange sorbents aimed at sustainable water purification. Her primary focus is on functionalizing vermiculite minerals with glycidyl methacrylate-based copolymers to create efficient, eco-friendly materials capable of extracting toxic metal ions like MoO₄²⁻ and ReO₄⁻ from aqueous environments. Her recent work, featured in Processes (MDPI, 2025), showcases how phosphate- and epoxy-functionalized composites offer exceptional sorption performance even in chemically aggressive conditions. This innovation not only aligns with the principles of green chemistry but also supports global environmental initiatives such as the UN Sustainable Development Goals. By combining polymer science, structural material characterization (FTIR, SEM, XRD), and applied environmental engineering, her work delivers scalable, high-performance solutions to the urgent issue of industrial wastewater treatment. Her broader interests include green chemistry methodologies, chemical engineering for sustainability, and interdisciplinary approaches to eco-innovation in the pharmaceutical and environmental sectors.
📚 Publications
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Title: Mini review polyurethane hybrids: preparation, characterization and applications
Year: 2025
Authors: Negim, El-Sayed; Shalash, Marwan; Mukatayeva, Zh. S.; Baidullayeva, A. K.; Alferov, T. K.; Nurtazina, A. A.; Karabayeva, A. E.; Samy, Moshera
Link: https://doi.org/10.31643/2025/6445.13
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Title: DISTRIBUTION OF SORBED SUBSTANCE IN EPOXY RESIN FILMS ON THE SURFACE OF ZEOLITE
Year: 2024
Authors: E.A. Kambarova; N.A. Bektenov; A.K. Baidullayeva; M.A. Gavrilenko
Link: https://doi.org/10.32014/2024.2518-1491.224
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Title: Modified Adsorbents Based on Glycidyl Methacrylate Copolymers for the Removal of Copper and Lead Ions from Wastewater
Year: 2024
Authors: Bektenov, N.; Baidullayeva, A.; Chalov, T.; Jumadilov, T.; Kanat, S.
Link: https://doi.org/10.30919/es1237
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Title: The use of elements of neuropedagogy in the creation of virtual simulators for in-depth study of chemistry in higher education
Year: 2024
Authors: Aiman Rakhmetova; Gulzhamila Meiirova; Didara Balpanova; Ainash Baidullayeva; Dina Nurmakhanova
Link: https://doi.org/10.3926/JOTSE.2532
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Title: SYNTHESIS OF NEW ION-EXCHANGE SORBENTS ON AN ORGANOMINERAL BASIS
Year: 2024
Authors: K. Sadykov; N. Bektenov; T. Chalov; N. Chinibayeva; N. Zhusipbekova; et al.
Link: https://doi.org/10.51580/2024-4.2710-1185.50
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Title: Study of the chemical components of CO₂ extracts from the fruits of Sorbus aucuparia L.
Year: 2024
Authors: Serzhan Mombekov; Ubaidilla Datkhayev; Dosmagulova Kalamkul; Assel Kozhamzharova; Ainash Baidullayeva; et al.
Link: https://doi.org/10.15587/2519-4852.2024.303000
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Title: Modification of Xanthan Gum with Styrene and Investigation of its Rheological Properties
Year: 2023
Authors: P. Kusherova; El-Sayed Negim; S. Aidarova; Khaldun Al Azzam; Moshera Samy; Z. Mukatayeva; Baidullayeva Kairatovna
Link: https://doi.org/10.21608/EJCHEM.2023.246109.8810
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Title: Evaluation of SBRP and BRP at various process conditions for the removal of pollutants from dairy effluent: optimization and kinetic studies
Year: 2022
Authors: Subramanian, R.; Sundararaman, S.; Baidullayeva, A.; Venkateswaran, B.; Deivasigamani, P.; Arthy, M.; Kumar, J.A.
Link: https://doi.org/10.1007/s13399-022-03533-7
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Title: SORPTION OF IONS STRONTIUM WITH NEW COMPLEX – FORMING IONITES ON THE BASIS OF EPDXYACRYLATES AND COMPLEXONES
Year: 2018
Authors: Ergozhin, E. E.; Bektenov, N. A.; SenGupta, Arup K.; Baidullaeva, A. K.; Sadykov, K. A.; et al.
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Title: High potential construction materials based on petroleum wastes
Year: 2016
Authors: Bektenov, N.A.; Ergozhin, E.E.; Sadykov, K.A.; Baydullayeva, A.K.
✅ Conclusion
Dr. Baidullayeva’s applied research in eco-friendly sorbents represents a meaningful contribution to sustainable wastewater treatment. Her innovation, productivity, and alignment with environmental priorities make her a strong and suitable contender for the Best Researcher Award in Environmental Materials & Wastewater Treatment. With continued development, she is well-positioned to make even greater global impact.