alsMenu
Research on SDG 3
Introduction
Baku State University (BSU) is committed to advancing research that directly contributes to the achievement of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 3 (SDG 3) – ensuring healthy lives and promoting well-being for all at all ages. Recognizing that health is a cornerstone of societal development, BSU fosters interdisciplinary research spanning medical sciences, biotechnology, environmental health, public health policy, and innovative diagnostic technologies.
BSU’s research portfolio under SDG 3 focuses on key global and regional health challenges, including disease detection and prevention, environmental factors affecting human health, chronic and infectious diseases, mental health, child and maternal health, and the development of novel therapeutic approaches. Through the integration of advanced laboratory studies, computational modeling, and applied field research, BSU aims to generate evidence-based solutions that enhance healthcare delivery, support sustainable public health systems, and improve population well-being.
By combining scientific rigor with practical applications, BSU’s initiatives contribute not only to local and national health improvements but also to international collaborations addressing pressing global health concerns. The university’s research underscores the importance of innovation, preventive care, and community-focused strategies in achieving SDG 3, positioning BSU as a leading institution in health research and sustainable development in Azerbaijan and beyond.
All SDGs related articles please visit: https://www.scopus.com/pages/organization/60071969#tab=sdgs
1. Malaria Detection and Food Security Linkages
-
Tene T., Guevara M., Caicedo I., Vacacela Gomez C., Bellucci S.
Developed a theoretical multilayer surface plasmon resonance (SPR) biosensor to distinguish malaria stages by detecting refractive index changes in infected blood cells. The sensor shows strong diagnostic potential, offering pathways to healthier populations—a key enabler of food security.
🔗 Read more
2. Water Pollution and Agricultural Safety
-
Humbatov F.Y., Solut H.A.N., Aslanova G.F., Balayev V.
Conducted a radioecological assessment of rivers in Azerbaijan, detecting radioactive contamination, heavy metals, and pesticides in water and soils. The findings stress the importance of safe water for agriculture and food systems.
🔗 Read more
3. Research Integrity and Reference Corrections
-
Gurbanov A.V., Firoozbakht F., Pourshirband N., Verpoort F.W.C., Mehrabadi Z.
Corrected inconsistencies in reference use within a manuscript, improving scientific transparency and reliability. Such integrity supports trust in research that informs sustainable food policies.
🔗 Read more
4. Noise Pollution and Environmental Health
-
Aliyev A.A., Nurubeyli T.K., Haziyev Y.H., Najafov E., Mammadov F.I.
Investigated strategies to reduce transport-related noise through acoustic modeling, noise barriers, and electric vehicles. Creating healthier environments indirectly supports agricultural productivity and food systems.
🔗 Read more
5. Economic Resilience in Digital Markets
-
Aliev A.R., Aliyev T.A., Eyniyev R.
Studied pricing strategies of indie games during COVID-19, providing insights into market adaptation. While not directly linked to food, resilient economies support SDG 2 by reducing poverty and hunger vulnerability.
🔗 Read more
6. Bioactive Plant Compounds for Food and Health
-
Atayeva V., Azizov F., Khalilov Z., Mustafayev N.S., Imanlı H.
Explored antioxidant-rich bioextracts from Smilax exselca L. fruits, identifying compounds with antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and anticancer properties. These findings show promise for food, medicine, and eco-friendly applications.
🔗 Read more
7. Green Synthesis of Anticancer Compounds
-
Tüzün B., Agbektas T., Naghiyev F.N., Keklikcioglu Cakmak N., Mamedov İ.G.
Developed eco-friendly compounds with anticancer activity using a one-step green synthesis. Their antioxidant potential adds value for food and nutritional sciences.
🔗 Read more
8. Enhancing Crop Tolerance to Heavy Metals
-
Khan A., Liu D., Zheng J., Ibrahimova U.F., Ahmad I.
Showed that melatonin improves cotton seedling tolerance to cadmium stress, boosting nutrient uptake, photosynthesis, and gene regulation. This work provides strategies for safer crop production in contaminated soils.
🔗 Read more
9. Marine Pollution and Food Safety
-
Maeyouf H., Afifi R.A., Temraz T.A., Ali I., Imanova G.T.
Assessed heavy metal contamination in Libyan coastal waters and marine organisms, highlighting food safety risks from cadmium and lead bioaccumulation in fish.
🔗 Read more
10. Optimizing Biosensors for Food and Health
-
Tene T., Arias F., Guamán-Lozada D.F., Guadalupe A., María A., Gahramanli L., +2 authors
Numerically modeled SPR sensors with enhanced angular sensitivity, useful in medical diagnostics and potentially food safety monitoring.
🔗 Read more
11. Environmental Challenges and Food Security
-
Teymurova V.E., Abdullayeva S., Muradova K., Aslanova M.M., Bayramli M.
Analyzed Azerbaijan’s challenges of air pollution, land degradation, water scarcity, and climate change, showing their economic and food security impacts. Solutions involve human capital and green technology adoption.
🔗 Read more
12. Bioactive Compounds Against Diabetes
-
Farzaliyeva A., Şenol H., Taslimi P., Alwase S.H., Gülçın İ.
Synthesized acetophenone derivatives with strong inhibitory activity against enzymes linked to neurodegenerative diseases and diabetes. Such compounds can improve health, supporting sustainable food access.
🔗 Read more
13. Nanoparticles from Food Waste
-
Doğan S., Baran A., Baran M.F., Eftekhari A., Khalilov R., +4 authors
Produced silver nanoparticles from carrot plant waste with strong antibacterial and anticancer effects. This valorization of food waste supports sustainable food systems.
🔗 Read more
14. Freshwater Biodiversity and Food Chains
-
Aliyev S.I., Ahmadova K., Suleymanov S., Abdurrahmanov Z., Farzali S.
Documented 53 macrozoobenthos species in Azerbaijan rivers, highlighting biodiversity’s role in aquatic food webs and ecosystem services essential for food security.
🔗 Read more
15. Anti-Diabetic Drug Development
-
Ahsin A., Kurbanova M.M., Ahmad S.U., Al-Salahi R.A., El Bakri Y.
Synthesized and tested a compound (CPPD) with strong GLUT4 protein binding, indicating potential as an anti-diabetic drug. Such advancements help combat hunger-related diseases.
🔗 Read more
16. Child Health and Nutrition Outcomes
-
Jafarli I.A., John B., Syed M., Huseynova I.M.
Reviewed treatments for keloids in children, emphasizing innovative therapies. Child health is a prerequisite for food security and development.
🔗 Read more
17. Substance Abuse and Nutritional Health
-
Ramli F.F., Rejeki P.S., Izzah I.N., Abdullayeva G., Halim Sh.
Explored methamphetamine-induced organ damage mechanisms, highlighting oxidative stress and inflammation. Insights from this work relate to public health resilience, indirectly supporting SDG 2.
🔗 Read more