West-Kazakhstan Branch of the Margulan Institute of Archaeology
22 Jan 2024
The West Kazakhstan Branch was established on September 29, 2023, by the decision of the General Director of the Margulan Institute of Archaeology.
The main goal of establishing the Branch is to develop the archaeology and scientific potential of archaeological science in West Kazakhstan through the implementation of a balanced policy in the field of studying culture and historical processes in antiquity.
In its activities, the Branch aims to unite the scientific potential of archaeologists from four regions (Aktobe, Atyrau, West Kazakhstan, and Mangistau), elevate research in the region to a new level, and coordinate the work of higher educational institutions, regional museums, and other scientific organizations involved in the study, preservation, and promotion of historical and cultural heritage. An important area of work will be the study of the patterns of historical processes in West Kazakhstan through comprehensive research of archaeological cultures and monuments from the Paleolithic era to modern times. Additionally, the Branch's staff actively works on preparing local archaeologists and other specialists from among college and university students to study the culture of ancient populations.
During its operation, the Branch's staff participated in the development and implementation of projects such as "Creation of Scientific and Artistic and Natural Reconstruction of the Costume, Weapons, and Horse Harness Sets of the Huns of the 2nd-4th Centuries Based on Accidentally Found Materials from Elek I," "The Collection of Historical and Cultural Monuments of the Republic of Kazakhstan. Aktobe Region. Issue 1. Kargaly District," "Comprehensive Study of Monuments of the Hunnic Era," "Study of Sarmatian Monuments (Aktobe Region, Mughalzhar District)."
Furthermore, they organized and participated in international round tables, exhibitions, and conferences such as "Topical Issues of Studying, Revitalizing, and Promoting the Cultural and Historical Heritage of Aktobe Region," "Margulan Readings – 2023," "Current Issues in Studying and Preserving the Archaeological Heritage of Kazakhstan," "East Asia: Issues of Studying and Preserving the Historical and Cultural Heritage of the Region," "The Monument is the History of the Country," "Steppe Tribes on the Eve of the Great Migration of Peoples," "Steppe Tribes on the Eve of the Great Migration of Peoples."
The Branch's staff supervised the scientific work of young scholar-students and gave lectures in schools and colleges.
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