Computational engineering
The Computational Engineering and Materials Science research team is dedicated to advancing the development of theoretical models and data-driven modeling techniques to guide the design and optimization of advanced energy materials and other applications. By leveraging multiscale computational models, we create simplified yet accurate representations of complex systems, enabling us to analyze, predict, and enhance their properties and performance.
Research team
  • Dr. Mirat Karibayev
    Senior Researcher, Group leader
    Education
    PhD in Chemical Engineering (2024) - Nazarbayev University, Kazakhstan
    Master of Science in Chemical and Materials Engineering (2020) - Nazarbayev University, Kazakhstan
    Bachelor of Science in Chemistry (2018) - Nazarbayev University, Kazakhstan
  • Beksultan Akilbekov
    Research Assistant
    Education
    Bachelor's in Chemical Engineering, SEDS, NU

Publications
  1. Kydyrbay, N., Zhazitov, M., Abdullah, M., Duisebayev, T., Tezekbay, Y., Aldongarov, A., Karibayev, M., Nuraje, N., & Toktarbaiuly, O. (2025). Structural, surface, and theoretical investigation of hydrophobic-modified nanodiamond powders. Scientific Reports, 15, 24329. Nature Publishing Group UK. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-025-10027-9
  2. Nulimu, A., Aldongarov, A., Sarsenova, S., Ibrayeva, A., & Karibayev, M. (2025). Unraveling the role of functional groups in polyaniline for ammonia sensing: A theoretical approach. Engineered Science. Engineered Science Publisher. https://doi.org/10.30919/es1616

Funded projects
"Multiscale modeling and experimental investigation of novel solvents for glycerol removal from biodiesel"
Project PI: Mirat Karibayev
Duration: 2025-2027