INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE “TAU Forum on University Entrepreneurship Ecosystems” will take place in Astana on April 29, 2026
Turan-Astana University is pleased to announce the upcoming international scientific and practical conference “TAU Forum on University Entrepreneurship Ecosystems”, which will be held on April 29, 2026, in Astana, Kazakhstan.
The event will be conducted in-person, with the option for online participation to ensure broad international accessibility and engagement from participants across different countries.
What is the forum about?
The goal of the conference is to create an expert platform for discussing and promoting effective models of university-based entrepreneurship, the development of innovation ecosystems, startup culture, technology transfer, and collaboration between education, science, and business.
The Forum will serve as a hub for representatives from universities, research institutions, startups, government bodies, and business structures who are interested in fostering entrepreneurial environments within higher education institutions.
Key objectives of the conference:
- Analyze and discuss leading international practices in building university startup ecosystems
- Share experience in acceleration programs, technology transfer, and venture support
- Build partnership networks between universities, business, and government sectors
- Develop a conference resolution with policy recommendations for higher education and innovation
Main thematic tracks:
- University as a center of innovation and entrepreneurship
- Startup incubators and acceleration programs
- Research laboratories and technology transfer
- Integration of education, science, and business
- Financial mechanisms for supporting university startups
- The role of alumni in fostering entrepreneurship
- Digital platforms and team building
- International university collaboration in innovation
Who can participate?
- Professors and researchers
- Students and young entrepreneurs
- University and research institution representatives
- Business community representatives
- Government officials and representatives of international organizations
Participation formats include in-person and online presentations, project and startup showcases. Scientific papers will be published in the official conference proceedings.
Conference outcomes:
- Publication of the conference proceedings
- Adoption of a resolution with recommendations
- Creation of a participant and project database for future collaboration
Stay tuned for updates on the Turan-Astana University website and our official social media channels.
Join us to shape the future of university entrepreneurship!