PROFESSOR OF THE GREAT BRITAIN STARTED LEARNING AT KAZNU

A round table "Modern problems of neuroscience" was held at the Al-Farabi Kazakh National University with the participation of a famous scientist in the field of neurobiology, professor of Sheffield University (UK) Bazbek Davletov. The session of the round table, organized by the Department of Biophysics, Biomedicine and Neuroscience, was opened by the acting the first vice-rector of KazNU named after al-Farabi, doctor of medical sciences Kanatbek Mukanov. Welcoming the participants of the round table, the first vice-rector introduced the distinguished guest. During the forum, Academician of the National Academy of Sciences of the Republic of Kazakhstan Bolatkhan Zayadan spoke about the educational and scientific activities of the Faculty of Biology and Biotechnology, which he heads.

During the meeting, Bazbek Davletov spoke in detail about his research work. According to the scientist, the problem of chronic pain was the motivation for the creation of the new drug. The scientist mentioned that pain relievers that were used 200 years ago, in particular morphine, are still used. These substances, which have a natural basis, have a short-term effect on the relief of pain in the body. “This does not solve the problem of chronic pain, moreover, they are toxic to the body. As a result of many years of research, botulinum molecules have been created with a modified structure and analgesic effect for up to 23 days, tested in experimental studies with animals. " According to the scientist, botulinum nerve toxins by themselves do not harm the body, they are used in cosmetology, for migraines, strabismus and other diseases. This approach will help people who suffer from chronic pain and the negative effects of chronic opioid use. Led by the moderator of the round table, Professor, Head of the Department of Biophysics, Biomedicine and Neuroscience Almira Kustubaeva, the discussion with the leading scientists of the university was continued, who asked questions about the projects and research activities of the scientist, and discussed plans for joint work in the field of neurobiology.

Thus, the scientist intends to create a drug where the molecules would affect only the nerve endings. This would address the issue of helping people suffering from chronic pain and the negative effects of chronic opioid use. During the round table, the participants asked questions about the projects and research activities of the scientist, discussed plans for joint work in the field of neuroscience and neurobiology.

Press service of Al-Farabi KazNU