Introduction of Ningxia University

Ningxia University (NXU), located in Yinchuan, the capital of the Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, is a prestigious institution jointly established by the Ministry of Education of the People's Republic of China and the Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region People's Government. As a national "world-class discipline construction university", a key participant in the "211 Project", and a "comprehensive strength improvement project of central and western universities", NXU has earned widespread recognition.

The university has been selected for multiple national programs, including the Excellent Engineer Education and Training Program, Excellent Agricultural and Forestry Talents Education and Training Program, National Innovative Experimental Program for College Students, National New Engineering Research and Practice Project, and National Cultural Quality Education Base for College Students. Additionally, it serves as a Demonstration Base for Studying in China, a Chinese Government Scholarship Receiving College for Overseas Students, and a member of the National Key Construction University Alliance (Z14) under the "One Province, One School" initiative. NXU is also among the first batch of universities approved by the Ministry of Education to enroll international students.

Introduction of ISCAD

The International Strategic Centre for Agri-Food Development (ISCAD) was established by Presidential Decree in December 2021 under the Ministry of Agriculture of Uzbekistan. It serves as a national think tank and scientific hub dedicated to advancing research, strategic planning, and innovation in the agri-food sector. ISCAD plays a key role in developing evidence-based agricultural policies, improving research coordination, and strengthening the scientific foundations of national food security and sustainability programs.

The Centre conducts multidisciplinary research on food safety, food security, climate change mitigation, soil health, and agricultural economics, integrating modern scientific methods and data-driven analysis. It also leads large-scale national assessments, such as nutrition and food system studies, and supports projects aimed at agricultural mechanization, value chain development, and digital agriculture.

Through these initiatives, ISCAD bridges science, policy, and practice, creating a platform where researchers, policymakers, and practitioners collaborate to design innovative solutions for sustainable agriculture. By promoting international partnerships and fostering scientific excellence, ISCAD strengthens Uzbekistan’s position as a regional leader in agricultural research, innovation, and evidence-based policymaking.