WHAT IS INNOWEEK?
The International Week of Innovative Ideas — “Innoweek.uz” has been held since 2018 to accelerate innovative development in Uzbekistan, widespread implementation of innovations and technologies in all sectors of the economy, development of human capital, science and innovation. Over the past period, the event has developed under the leadership of President Shavkat Mirziyoyev and has become the largest platform for demonstrating advanced innovations and expanding global cooperation in Central Asia. The event annually brings together leading domestic and international companies, investors, diplomats, entrepreneurs, scientists, startups, technology experts and representatives of government agencies. It is also an ideal platform for meetings with leaders of the innovation sector, cooperation and communication with investment experts.
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Area
10 000 m 2
Visitors
11k+
Startups
100+
Exhibitors
500+
Countries
10+
International Media
10+
Our Speakers
Shakhlo Utkurovna Turdikulova
Vice-President of the Academy of Sciences of Uzbekistan
Ayupov Shavkat Abdullayevich
President of the Academy of Sciences of the Republic of Uzbekistan
Suleymenov Yerbol
Chairman of the international expert panel for the "Modernization of Uzbekistan's National Innovation System" (MUNIS) project
Uktam Rahimovich Salomov
Director of the Agency for Innovative Development
Asror Egamberdiyevich Norov
Head of Department at the Agency for Innovative Development
Paolo Tarolli
Professor of Agriculture and Water Resources Management at the University of Padua
Ksenia Savchenko
G.A.C. Group Senior Innovation Consultant
Kremena Mileva
International Relations Officer, European Commission
Kubanychbek Kasymalievich Omuraliev
Secretary General of the Organization of Turkic States
Shahzod Umirzakov
Director of TassVision
Zarif Ibragimov
PhD (University of Bern), Dotsent
Nazirov Sardor Jamoliddinovich
Director of the Scientific and Technical Information Center under the Agency for Innovative DevelopmentPhoto/Video Highlights
from the Week
Week's Event List
Opening ceremony
Germany–Central Asia Conference on Science and Innovation
Germany and the Central Asian states are expressing interest in expanding mutually beneficial partnership in the areas of industrial modernization, digital economy, green energy, transport, human capital development and technological cooperation. A special conference to be held within the framework of InnoWeek.Uz-2026 will provide an opportunity to bring together state organizations, business associations, industrial companies, technology centers, universities and scientific research organizations of Germany and Central Asia on a single platform. The conference is aimed not only at general dialogue, but also at presenting concrete cooperation opportunities, identifying potential partners, and showcasing joint scientific and innovative projects that can be further developed after the event.
International Forum: “Scientific Publishing Culture and Academic Integrity”
Practical Session for Higher Education and Research Institutions of Uzbekistan The practical session, organized in cooperation with DORA, Taylor & Francis, and MDPI, will address key issues related to upholding the principles of academic integrity in research, preventing plagiarism, the responsible use of artificial intelligence tools, publication ethics for scientific articles, the assessment of research outputs, and the effective use of opportunities provided by Open Access scholarly publishing.
Official Opening Ceremony of the International Science Council (ISC) Regional Office for Central Asia and the Transcaucasia
Official launch of the International Science Council (ISC) Regional Focal Point for Central Asia and the South Caucasus, presenting it as a platform to support scientific cooperation, science diplomacy, joint research and innovation in the region, as well as to promote sustainable development and evidence-based decision-making.
Regional Scientific Dialogue of the International Science Council (ISC) among the countries of Central Asia and the Transcaucasia: Prospects and Opportunities
Official launch of the International Science Council (ISC) Regional Office for Central Asia and the South Caucasus, and presentation of the Office as a platform supporting scientific cooperation and science diplomacy, joint research and innovation, as well as sustainable development and evidence-based decision-making in the region.
“Horizon Europe” Programme: Information and Partnership Session
The HE program and new work programs for 2026–2027 will be presented. The networking session will help form a consortium for HE projects. Participation is open to representatives of universities, academic institutions, businesses, and the state.
“Turkic States Science and Innovation Day” Forum
Transforming cooperation between Turkic states in the field of science and innovation into a result-oriented and practice-oriented platform, strengthening ties between research institutions, innovators, and representatives of the real sector.
EU-Central Asia Innovation Forum
Deepening cooperation between the EU and Central Asia, studying the successful practices of the Horizon Europe and 2020 projects, and integrating innovation ecosystems.
Innovate Together: International Science and Innovation Forum
Innovate Together: International Science and Innovation Forum is aimed at developing international scientific cooperation, discussing priority directions of scientific research, and promoting artificial intelligence, digital transformation and innovative projects. The forum brings together compatriot scientists studying and working abroad, as well as prominent foreign scholars, who share their experience in implementing scientific projects, grants, advanced scientific practices and innovative developments. Issues of expanding international scientific cooperation and forming new joint projects are also discussed.
Japan-Uzbekistan Science and Innovation Forum
Japan-Uzbekistan Science and Innovation Forum: The forum aims to strengthen scientific and technological cooperation between Japan and Uzbekistan by providing a platform for direct exchange between researchers from both countries. The main focus of the event will be presentations by leading Japanese researchers, showcasing research outcomes relevant to Uzbekistan’s scientific and societal challenges and creating opportunities for future joint research and collaboration. Through discussions and networking, the forum will encourage partnerships between universities, research institutions, and innovation stakeholders from Japan and Uzbekistan, contributing to the development of long-term scientific cooperation.
Robotics and Innovative Technologies Session
The session will feature presentations by international experts on artificial intelligence, smart cities, and robotics. The event will provide an opportunity to exchange experience and establish new partnerships.
Horizon Europe Information and Networking Session
The HE program and new work programs for 2026–2027 will be presented. The networking session will help form a consortium for HE projects. Participation is open to representatives of universities, academic institutions, businesses, and the state.
“Research Collaborations and Career Opportunities in Singapore” forum
Information Session on Research Collaboration, Master’s and PhD Programmes, and Career Opportunities in Singapore, with the participation of the National University of Singapore (NUS), the Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR), and other leading Singaporean organizations.
Youth Cup Incubation Programme Demo Day
Showcasing promising startup and business projects developed by young people, assessing their investment and market potential, receiving expert feedback, and connecting participants with potential investors, partners, and representatives of the startup ecosystem.
Presentation of the Results of Grant Projects Implemented in Cooperation with the Republic of Korea
Presentation of the final results of the project to establish a platform of environmentally friendly agricultural machinery running on compressed natural gas (CNG) for Uzbekistan, and of the interim second-year results of the project to establish a Digital Manufacturing Technology Centre in Uzbekistan, both implemented under grant projects in cooperation with the Republic of Korea.
Award Ceremony for the Badge of Honor "LEADER OF INNOVATIVE IDEAS"
The award ceremony for the badge of honor "Leader of Innovative Ideas" is held within the framework of the "InnoWeek.Uz" Innovative Ideas Week. The event presents the innovative activities and achievements of candidates selected in the established order from the regions of the republic. In particular, information is provided on innovative developments, inventions, startup projects, patents and copyright certificates created by them, grants and investments attracted, solutions implemented in the production or social sphere, as well as their effectiveness. Candidates deemed worthy based on the selection results are solemnly presented with the badge of honor "Leader of Innovative Ideas" and its certificate.
Award Ceremony for the “Eco-Innovations and Green Technologies” Competition of Innovative Developments and Projects Ready for Commercialisation and the “Top 100 Innovative Projects of the Region” Competition among Women
Awarding the winners of the “Eco-Innovations and Green Technologies” competition of innovative developments and projects ready for commercialisation and the “Top 100 Innovative Projects of the Region” competition among women.
Award ceremony on the topic "Leading scientists in international scientific publications"
Awarding Uzbek scientists who have achieved high results in the international scientific databases "Scopus" and "Web of Science," recognizing their contribution to the development of science, and encouraging domestic researchers to actively participate in prestigious international scientific publications.
Demo Day программы стартап‑акселерации «INNOLAB»
Presenting innovative startup and business projects created by young people to the general public and stakeholders; expert assessment of their commercialization potential, investment attractiveness and market fit; and professional recommendations for further improving the projects.
Exhibition of inventive and rationalizing developments and the Republican stage of the review competition organized within its framework
Identification of the best inventors and rationalizers and directing them to areas of interest to them, stimulating scientific and technical research and invention, as well as increasing their innovative activity.
Handover Ceremony of CNG (Compressed Natural Gas) Tractors Delivered within the Framework of the Grant Project "Creating an Environmentally Clean CNG-Based Agricultural Machinery Platform for Uzbekistan"
Handover Ceremony of CNG (Compressed Natural Gas) Tractors Delivered within the Framework of the Grant Project "Creating an Environmentally Clean CNG-Based Agricultural Machinery Platform for Uzbekistan"
Closing ceremony
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