Nazarbayev University IT Engineer Leads Microchip Development in Kazakhstan
Nursultan Kabylkas, a Bolashak program graduate and assistant professor at Nazarbayev University’s School of Engineering and Digital Sciences, is leading a pioneering effort in Kazakhstan to produce locally manufactured microchips for computers, laptops, and other electronic devices.
According to a report by Jibek Joly TV Channel, Kabylkas is assembling a team of advanced IT engineers with the goal of moving from designing microcircuits to actually manufacturing microchips within the country. His startup is focused on ensuring the quality of microcircuits and developing cutting-edge software for more efficient verification of microprocessors.
“We achieved good results. We designed the first ‘Designed in Kazakhstan’ processor, and we are expecting its arrival early next year. We also plan to launch a second phase to gradually build a critical mass of interested people,” Kabylkas shared.
After completing his studies at a technological university in the United States through the Bolashak program, Kabylkas returned to Kazakhstan to share his expertise in programming and hardware design. He recognizes the absence of a microchip manufacturing industry in Kazakhstan and believes that his efforts can lay the foundation for this sector, preparing a new generation of specialists and driving technological advancement in the country.
By spearheading the production of locally manufactured microchips, Kabylkas is not only creating opportunities for innovation and growth in the IT industry but also contributing to the overall development of Kazakhstan’s technological sector.
