The traditional startup project competition, Startup DNA Jective, was successfully held at the M. Utemisov West Kazakhstan University. Now in its second consecutive year, this event bridged the gap between science, education, and entrepreneurship, providing students with a platform to bring their innovative ideas to life. Dedicated to Science Day, the competition featured over 20 student teams, with the top 10 advancing to the finals after their project defenses.
The projects spanned a wide range of fields: from IT services and mobile applications to fresh concepts in the green economy and social entrepreneurship. This platform allowed students to unlock their creative potential and helped transform their visions into actual startups.
The team "JARYK AI," representing the Faculty of Pedagogy, participated in the event and secured a distinguished 3rd place. Team Members: Arsen Kenshilik (Student, Group П(IP)-11(3)) and Dinara Tilekkaıyrkyzy (Student, Group ДО(IP)-31). Team Mentor: Gulaim Kaiyrborlatkyzy Kuanysh, Master and Lecturer of the "Pedagogy and Psychology" educational program.
Competition Winners:
- Synaqmaker – An automated grading system for programming Olympiad solutions.
- Ducky Run – A mobile arcade game with high potential for the CIS market.
- Jaryq AI – A digital platform for students and teachers designed to simplify the learning process and save time (Faculty of Pedagogy).
All participants were honored with special certificates. The winning projects will receive further development within the university's startup incubator, where they will benefit from mentorship and technical support. Additionally, participants had the opportunity to network directly with investors and industry experts.
Startup DNA Jective is more than just a competition; it is a massive opportunity for every student. It is a place where they can test themselves in the fields of entrepreneurship and innovation, gain valuable experience, and find future partners.
