Publishing a scientific article in an international journal not only requires serious research but also significant financial investment, especially for open-access journals or publications with a high impact factor. Fortunately, Kazakhstan has several reliable grant programs that cover these costs and support scientists on their path to international recognition.
We have collected for you TOP 4 current grants, which will help finance your scientific publications.
1. Program for young scientists - "Zhas Ghalym"
Link for a grant — Жас Галым 👈
This program is specifically designed to support young researchers working on topics of global significance. It covers not only research costs but also:
✅ payment for publications in international journals,
✅ participation in international scientific consortia,
✅ integration into global scientific networks.
Ideal for those just starting their scientific career.
2. Science Foundation of Kazakhstan
Link for a grant — Science Foundation of Kazakhstan 👈
This is a key government structure that finances:
✅ research and development (R&D),
✅ publication of results in international journals (including Scopus and Web of Science),
✅ Articles undergoing international peer review.
The Foundation places emphasis on both fundamental and applied science and actively promotes the international citation of Kazakhstani scientists.
A reliable support for research groups and scientific projects.
3. Horizon Europe: A Window to Europe
Link for a grant — Horizon Europe👈
Kazakhstan is an associated partner of the European program Horizon EuropeThis gives Kazakhstani scientists access to joint projects with European universities and research centers.
What is covered:
✅ Open Access Publication Costs (APC),
✅ international research projects,
✅ Internships and academic exchanges.
Particularly useful for those who want to integrate into the European scientific community.
4. Nazarbayev University Scientific Foundation
Link for a grant — nu.edu.kz 👈
Nazarbayev University has its own robust research foundation, which actively supports publications in highly ranked journals. If your goal is to be published in top journals such as Elsevier, Springer or Nature, - this program is for you.
Funded by:
✅ publications in journals with a high impact factor,
✅ open access,
✅international peer review.
Prestigious support for prestigious publications.
Conclusion:
Kazakhstan is gradually building an effective scientific funding system that allows its researchers to overcome traditional barriers, from language to financial ones. At the same time, these grant programs are nurturing a new generation of scientists capable of engaging in dialogue on an equal footing with the world's best research teams.
If you're a Kazakhstani scientist with ambitions to publish in Scopus, Nature, or The Lancet, these programs can be your launching pad. The key is knowing where to look for support and having a scientific idea worthy of global attention.
