Uzbekistan Research Institute of Chemical Technologies began its work
At the Uzbekistan–Korea Business Forum, attended by President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, the institute officially began its work. This is the first step towards a new stage for the country's chemical industry — moving from the export of raw materials to the production of high-value goods.
Uzbekistan Research Institute of Chemical Technologies
A national research institute being built in Tashkent in partnership with South Korea's KRICT. Applied research for industry, modern laboratories and international-standard training, with the goal of becoming a regional hub for chemical and materials R&D cooperation in Central Asia.
Staff are trained in Korea
Uzbek researchers study in the UST-KRICT School's master's and doctoral programmes and take practical training in KRICT laboratories.
A blended financing model
Construction is funded by a 40 million dollar concessional loan from the Export-Import Bank of Korea and a 7 million dollar grant from KOICA.
Mission and objectives
The institute exists to provide the scientific basis for Uzbekistan's chemical industry to move from exporting raw materials to making high-value products.
Main objectives
- Carrying out applied research and developing technological solutions for industrial enterprises.
- Testing new processes on pilot plants and preparing them for production.
- Training highly qualified researchers and engineers for the chemical sector.
- Developing environmentally clean technologies, including green chemistry.
- Widening international research cooperation and adapting Korean experience to Uzbek conditions.
Laboratories
Electrochemistry Laboratory
Electrochemical processes, energy storage systems and corrosion protection.
Natural Compounds Laboratory
Isolating and studying biologically active compounds from local plant material.
Green Chemistry and Green Energy Conversion Laboratory
Photovoltaic materials for solar energy conversion and sustainable polymer technologies.
Carbon Resources, Catalysis and Porous Materials Laboratory
The Carbon Resources, Catalysis and Porous Materials Laboratory focuses on developing efficient catalysts and functional materials.
Agrochemistry Laboratory
Fertilisers, plant protection products and soil chemistry.
Fine Synthesis Laboratory
Fine organic synthesis and high-value chemical products.
Composite and Construction Materials Laboratory
Polymer composites, nanomaterials and construction materials.
Center for Collective Use of Analytical Equipment
A scientific infrastructure center providing high-quality analytical services to the institute’s laboratories, research organizations, higher education institutions, and industrial enterprises.
News
15 September 2026
Uzbekistan Research Institute of Chemical Technologies began operations
At the Uzbekistan–Korea Business Forum, attended by President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, the institute officially began its work — the first step towards a new stage for the country's chemical industry.
20 August 2026
A trilateral progress review took place
Representatives of O'zkimyosanoat, KOICA and KRICT reviewed the project schedule.
29 March 2026
A second EDCF group left for Korea
A second group of 20 specialists began a 90-day hands-on training programme in Korea.