Department History 

In 2020, based on the decision of the Academic Council of ZhAGU, two departments of the Faculty of Medicine were merged into a single department—"Pharmacy and Biomedical Disciplines" (Order No. 139 dated August 28, 2020). The department was headed by Candidate of Chemical Sciences, Associate Professor Ernazarova B. 

Following the decision of the Academic Council of JASU and the Rector’s Order No. 17 dated January 31, 2022, the Department of Pharmacy and Biomedical Disciplines was divided into two separate departments the Department of Pharmacy and the Department of Medical and Preventive Sciences. Since February 2022 to the present (Order No. 37/1.01.02.2022), the Department of Biomedical and Morphological Disciplines has been headed by Candidate of Biochemical Sciences, Acting Professor Asanova Karachach. 

Asanova Karachach graduated from the Osh State Pedagogical Institute in 1974 with a degree in Biology and Chemistry, earning the qualification of a teacher in these subjects. She has been working at JASU since 1993. In 2002, she defended her Candidate of Sciences dissertation on the topic "Animal Energetics and the Role of Mitochondrial Enzyme Systems in Enhancing Viability under Hypoxia" (specialty 03.00.13 – Human and Animal Physiology). By the decision of the Higher Attestation Commission of the Kyrgyz Republic (Protocol No. 5ds-2/10, May 24, 2012), she was awarded the academic title of Associate Professor in the specialty "Biology." She is a Professor of JASU (Order No. 1/122, Certificate No. 970). 

Asanova Karachach has been awarded the "Excellence in Education of the Kyrgyz Republic" badge (Order No. 74/4, September 29, 2000). In 2013, she was granted the honorary title "Honored Worker of the State Agrarian University" (No. 89). In 2021, she received a Certificate of Honor from the Supreme Council of the Kyrgyz Republic. 

General Information 

The Department of Biomedical Sciences operates in accordance with the mission of Jalal-Abad State University (JASU) named after B. Osmonov. The Medical Faculty is one of the subdivisions of JASU. 

The Department of "Medical and Biological Disciplines" is engaged in educational, methodological, scientific, and innovative activities, as well as in the training of scientific and pedagogical personnel. 

Department's  mission

1. To train specialists with general professional, specialized, and universal competencies that enhance their social mobility and employability. 

2. To establish an effective learning system that meets the needs of students. 

The main areas of the department's activities are:

1. Educational work – focused on implementing higher professional education programs in relevant specialties and training highly qualified, competitive specialists who meet the requirements of state educational standards. 

2. Research work – involves organizing and conducting scientific research in the department's field of expertise, including international, regional, and university-level research programs and projects. 

3. Innovation activities – include developing, implementing, and applying new educational technologies and scientific advancements through specialized projects or services. 

Educational Activities

The academic work of the Department of Biomedical and Morphological Disciplines is carried out in accordance with: 

- The curriculum, 

- The plan for research and experimental design work, 

- Individual faculty work plans, 

- Syllabi approved by the Academic Council of the B. Osmonov State Medical University. 

Furthermore, the department’s methodological work focuses on: 

- Enhancing the teaching of assigned disciplines, 

- Optimizing and intensifying the educational process, 

- Improving methodological support, 

- Advancing the psychological and pedagogical qualifications of the teaching staff. 

Disciplines taught at the Department: 

- General and Clinical Biochemistry 

- Sports Medicine

- Biological Chemistry 

- Human Physiology and Muscle Function Physiology

- Hygienic Fundamentals of Physical Education and Sports 

- Botany

- Therapeutic Exercise and Massage 

- Pathology (Dissection Course)

- Forensic Medicine

- Biology with Fundamentals of Ecology 

Centers, Offices, and Laboratories 

The department has 6 teaching laboratories and 1 teaching-research laboratory: 

Facilities:

- Lecture Hall – Room 224 

- Computer Lab – Room 226 

- General and Clinical Biochemistry Laboratory – Room 217 

- Teaching-Research Laboratory 201 "General and Clinical Biochemistry" 

- "Biology with Fundamentals of Ecology" Lab – Room 220 

- "Forensic Medicine" Practical Classroom – Room 219 

- "Pathology (Dissection Course)" Practical Classroom – Room 218 

Department Faculty

The teaching staff of the Department of Biomedical and Morphological Disciplines has extensive experience in delivering academic courses. The department employs both junior specialists and highly qualified educators with over 40 years of teaching experience. 

Currently, the department has 19 faculty members: 

-    14 full-time

-    5 part-time

Academic qualifications include: 

-    1 Doctor of Sciences (Full Professor) 

-    1 Associate Professor (Docent) 

- 3 Candidates of Sciences (Ph.D. equivalent) 

21% of faculty members hold advanced academic degrees. 

   Table № 1. Department Staff Composition

Every teacher maintains a portfolio containing all necessary information about their qualifications, a list of scientific and educational-methodological works, and the range of taught disciplines.

The department is headed by Honored Educator of the Kyrgyz Republic, Acting Professor Karachach Asanova, awarded with Certificates of Honor from the Government of the KR and the Supreme Council of the KR. Several faculty members have also received Certificates of Honor from the KR's Ministries and Departments of Education and Science.

Research and Development  

Topic: Changes in lipid and gas-oxygen metabolism in humans and animals under hypoxic conditions (Registration Card No. 0007854). 

Supervisor: Professor Asanova K.A. 

Research Methods: 

1. Method of modeling hypoxic conditions in animals and studying gas-oxygen metabolism. 

2. Methods for isolating mitochondria and studying their parameters. 

3. Methods for determining indicators of lipid and carbohydrate metabolism. 

4. Measurement of respiratory chain enzyme activity. 

Laboratory experiments are conducted using various mouse strains to study changes in lipid and oxygen metabolism in humans and animals under hypoxia. Additionally, scientific research on medical care for neonatal asphyxia has been carried out in maternity hospitals since May 1, 2012 (Jalal-Abad Region). 

Research Objective: To determine the effect of hypoxia on lipid and gas-oxygen metabolism in newborns. 

Research Team:

1. Aiperi Zhyydalar kyzy – Study of hypoxia effects on gas-oxygen, lipid, and energy metabolism in cold-blooded animals.

 Research Areas of the Department

Core Disciplines:

- Biochemistry 

- Clinical Biochemistry 

- Medical Biochemistry 

- General Biochemistry 

Conference, Symposium, and Seminar Participation

Faculty members regularly participate in seminars and conferences held in Kyrgyzstan and abroad, receiving certificates and awards. 

1. Asanova K. *"Hypometabolic States in Animals"* Scientific-Practical Conference. I. Arabaev University, Bishkek. 2017.  

2. Asanova K. *"Mitochondrial Mechanism of Enhancing Organism’s Hypoxia Resistance."* Proceedings of the LX International Student Scientific Conference. Novosibirsk. 2012. 

3. Asanova K. *"Hypoxic Resistance in Warm- and Cold-Blooded Organisms."* Osh State University Bulletin. 2017. 

4. Asanova K. Self-Assessment and Report Preparation Training Seminar. JAMU. 2018. 

5. Asanova K. *"Accreditation of Educational Programs"* Training Seminar. ZAMU. 2019. 

6. *"Physical Education as a Foundation for National Health and Harmony."* Donbas State Pedagogical University, Ukraine. September 12–13, 2019. 

7. *"Student Independent Work in the Context of Competency-Based Education."* American University of Central Asia, Kyrgyzstan. October 29, 2013.

Key Publications of the Department 

Monographs: 

1. Asanova K. The Role of Mitochondrial Enzyme Systems in Enhancing Animal Hypoxia Resistance. YSU, 2011, 150 pp. 

2. Amankulova T.K. Forest Formation in the Southwestern Tien Shan: Conservation and Ecological Adaptation Issues. Jalal-Abad: JASU, 2010. 

Educational and Methodological Guides: 

1. Asanova K., Narmatova K. Laboratory Manual on Human and Animal Physiology. Jalal-Abad, 2012. 

2. Asanova K., Narmatova K. Human and Animal Physiology. Jalal-Abad, 2016. 

3. Asanova K., Almatov K.T. Circulatory Physiology. Jalal-Abad, 2003. 

4. Turdubaeva B.M., Bolotova A.S. Laboratory Manual on Plant Systematics. Jalal-Abad: JASU, 2006, 225 pp. 

5. Amankulova T.K., Turdubaeva B.M., Erkulov K. 

6. Amankulova T.K., Mamasalieva N.T. Methodology for Writing Vertebrate Zoology Coursework. Jalal-Abad, 2008, 104 pp. 

7. Amankulova T.K., Temirova A., Karabekova Ch. [Title not specified]. Jalal-Abad: JASU, 2014, 83 pp. 

8. Amankulova T.K., Ormogoeva A.A. Practical Textbook on Darwinism. Jalal-Abad, YSU, 2008, 36 issues. 

9. Amankulova T.K., Ormogoeva A.A. Guide for Darwinism Test Assignments. Jalal-Abad, YSU, 24 pp. 

10. Asanova K. Workshop on Human and Animal Physiology Laboratory. Jalal-Abad, 2012. 

11. Bekbolotova E., Bolotova A.S. Lecture Course on Human Anatomy and Morphology. Jalal-Abad, 2014, 185 pp. 

12. Orozbaeva Zh.M., Asanova K. Nature and Metabolism of Bioorganic Substances. Jalal-Abad: JASU, 189 pp. 

13. Asanova K., Irisova G. Human and Animal Physiology Laboratory. Jalal-Abad, 2022. 

Scientific Publications:

1. Asanova K. "The Effect of High Temperature on Metabolic Rate in School-Aged Children." OshSU News, 2018. 

2. Asanova K. "State of Mitochondrial ATPase in Rat and Turtle Liver Under Hypometabolism." IMU named after K. Tynystanov, 2015. 

3. Asanova K. "Energy Metabolism Intensity in Animals Under Hypoxia." Kyrgyzstan Universities News, Osh State University, 2016. 

4. Asanova K. "Water-Salt Metabolism Under High Temperatures." Chemical-Biological Universities News, Tashkent, 2014. 

5. Asanova K. "Energy Metabolism of Mitochondria in Rat Organ Tissues Under Hypoxia." K. Tynystanov University, 2014. 

6. Asanova K. "Mechanism of Antihypoxants on Mitochondrial Respiratory Chain Enzyme Activity." Central Asian Medical Journal, Astana, 2013. 

7. Amankulova T.K. "Biology of the Cherry Leafroller (Caliroa cerasi L.) in Jalal-Abad Region." OshTU, Vol. 2, 2014, pp. 126-128. 

8. Amankulova T.K. "Unity of Physical Education with Intellectual and Moral Education." Bishkek, 2014, pp. 206-209. 

9. Amankulova T.K. "Distribution and Harmfulness of Cherry Leafroller (Saliroa cerasi) in Kara-Alma Forestry." OshSU Bulletin, No. 4, 2015, pp. 136-139. 

10. Asanova K., Narmatova K.N. "On the Importance of Studying Palatine Tonsil Microflora in Chronic Tonsillitis Among Construction Workers." Moscow, 2021. 

11. Asanova K. "Differences in Hypoxic Conditions Between Warm- and Cold-Blooded Organisms." Osh, 2020.

Student Research Projects (NIRS)

Participation in scientific research is mandatory for students and integrated with academic training. Research skill development begins in the first year through departmental clubs: 

1. "Molecular Medicine" Club 

   - Supervisor: Aida Toktonazarova 

   - Founded: 2022 | Members: 15+ 

   - Achievements: Conference presentations, 1st place in 2022 university competition 

2. "Morphofunctional Changes in Peripheral Blood Leukocytes During High-Altitude Adaptation" Club 

   - Supervisor: Rakhmatilla Kadryrov 

Department students regularly win awards at scientific conferences.

Table No. 2 Achievements of the Department of Biomedical Disciplines

Cooperation with Domestic and Foreign Universities 

Jalal-Abad State University named after B. Osmonov actively collaborates with 54 regional and international universities. Each year, JMU strengthens its international ties with other institutions. 

Current partners of the State Medical University include leading universities and research centers in the Republic and abroad, with signed agreements on joint research activities. These agreements cover: 

- Collaborative research, educational, and socio-cultural initiatives 

- Academic and scientific cooperation 

- Support for student and faculty education and research 

- Internship programs 

- Training of scientific and academic personnel through residency and doctoral programs 

Despite extensive existing partnerships, Jalal-Abad State University continues to expand cooperation across various educational fields.

Academic Partnerships of the Department:

- Osh Technological University (Adisheva) 

- Osh State University 

- Bishkek International Medical Institute 

- Adam University Medical School 

- University of Medical Sciences 

- Andijan State University 

- Namangan State University 

- K.S. Toktomatov International University 

- Batken State University 

- Naryn State University (S. Naamatov, KR, Naryn) 

- Issyk-Kul State University (K. Tynystanov, Karakol) 

Development Prospects of the Department:

- Conducting research in all specialized laboratories of medical institutions on departmental topics 

- Expanding scientific collaboration with other departments and institutes 

- Publishing at least two annual articles in Scopus/Web of Science-indexed journals by faculty members 

- Developing innovative teaching materials aligned with national and international higher education standards 

- Creating and updating core textbooks (with revisions or new editions every 3 years) 

- Supporting professional development of teaching staff 

- Strengthening the department's technical and material resources