
From February 10 to 13, 2026, South Kazakhstan Medical Academy was honored to host Professor Tomasz Bączek (Poland) for a working visit as part of the international scientific cooperation program. During the visit, Professor Tomasz Bączek conducted seminars on research project management and academic writing, held strategic sessions focused on the development of scientific activities and grant portfolio formation, and provided individual consultations to researchers and doctoral students. Key outcomes included the development of a structured publication strategy, the implementation of a research performance monitoring system, the strengthening of grant preparation mechanisms, and the expansion of international cooperation priorities for 2026. The visit made a significant contribution to enhancing SKMA’s research capacity and further strengthening its international scientific integration.