Within the framework of the 5th International Forum "Cooperation Without Borders," held on October 29–30, 2026, at Samarkand State Medical University, bilateral talks took place between the Rector of Samarkand State Medical University, Professor Jasur Alimjanovich Rizaev, and the Director of the Medical Research and Educational Institute of Lomonosov Moscow State University, Maria Vladimirovna Vorontsova.

  During the negotiations, the parties discussed the further development of medical education, scientific research, and international academic ties between the two higher education institutions, reaching an agreement to continue cooperation in three priority areas.

  Specifically, expanding academic mobility programs for faculty and students, developing mutual cooperation in scientific research and joint international grant projects, as well as co-organizing international scientific forums, symposia, and conferences were identified as key objectives.

  The meeting also placed special emphasis on enhancing the research potential of young scientists, training highly qualified physicians who meet the demands of modern medicine, and sharing advanced educational practices. In particular, the prospects of launching dual and joint degree programs based on Double Degree and Joint Degree models were discussed.

  These agreements will serve to expand the geography of international academic cooperation of Samarkand State Medical University, strengthen the integration of education and science, implement joint research projects, and create new opportunities for training competitive medical specialists.

Press Service of SamSMU