Today, Astana International University hosted a
meeting with Professors Steffi Wiedemann and Matthias Kleinke from Rhine-Waal
University of Applied Sciences in Germany.
The meeting aimed to introduce the research areas of
the two universities, identify common research topics, and discuss
opportunities for implementing joint scientific projects.
Steffi Wiedemann conducts research in animal
husbandry, while Matthias Kleinke’s work covers environmental engineering,
agricultural technologies, efficient resource use, and production systems.
The discussion focused on sustainable agricultural
systems adapted to climate change. The participants addressed the efficient use
of water resources, the conservation of soil and vegetation cover, and the
improvement of the livestock feed base.
AIU researchers presented the AR26100353 national
project, which focuses on the digitalization of soil erosion control practices.
The project applies digital elevation models, geographic information systems,
satellite data, and drone imaging technologies. The University’s capabilities
in botanical, geobotanical, microbiological, and molecular biological research
were also presented.
The researchers considered opportunities to organize
joint workshops, research visits, and bilateral meetings under the German
Research Foundation’s (DFG) Initiation of International Collaboration
programme. They also discussed the structure of a future research proposal, its
objectives, and the next stages of work.
The meeting creates opportunities for researchers from
the two universities to establish common research areas and contribute to the
development of climate-resilient agricultural systems.