"Formula of Intelligence - 2026"
By tradition, Shakarim University once again became the venue for the regional round of the International Intellectual Game “Formula of Intelligence”, organized by the Association “Nuclear Society of Kazakhstan”.
The game took place on November 4, 2026 and united 18 teams from schools and colleges in the city of Semey.
Format of the game “What? Where? When?" allowed participants to demonstrate erudition, logical thinking, the ability to work in a team and find innovative solutions. The questions covered a wide range of topics, and competitive passion, team spirit and bright emotions remained throughout the game.
In their short interviews, the participants noted that they responded with interest to the invitation to take part in the game, expected interesting questions, new impressions and, of course, victory.
Volunteers from the Department of Technical Physics and Thermal Power Engineering played a special role in organizing the event. Students helped in registering and accompanying teams, coordinating participants, preparing playgrounds and promptly resolving organizational issues. Participation in volunteer activities allowed students to show responsibility, initiative, teamwork and communication skills.
Based on the results of the game, the prizes were distributed as follows:
1st place –team “Energy X” (Shakarim High School);
2nd place –team “Intelligence Pro” (Technological college);
3rd place -Turksib team (secondary school No. 43).
The teams that took first and second places are invited to the final round in Astana, where they will meet with teams from Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Belarus and the Russian Federation.
The International Game “Formula of Intelligence” contributes to the implementation of Sustainable Development Goal 4 “Quality education”, creating conditions for the development of the intellectual potential of schoolchildren and students, interest in science and technical education. Themes related to energy and modern technologies correspond to the objectives of SDG 7 “Affordable and clean energy”, and the cooperation of the university, schools, colleges and the Association “Nuclear Society of Kazakhstan” reflects the principles of SDG 17 “Partnerships for sustainable development”.
Such events strengthen youth interest in science, form a culture of teamwork and create conditions for early career guidance.
