Building a biotechnology ecosystem across Central Asia

The Central Asian Association of Biotechnology (CABA) is a regional platform bringing together biotechnology companies, research organizations, universities, experts and institutional partners across Central Asia

Our role

CABA serves as a regional coordination, expert and integration platform for the development of Central Asia’s biotechnology ecosystem

  • Connect the ecosystem
    Bringing together industry, science, universities, investors, public institutions and international partners.

  • Accelerate commercialization
    Supporting technology transfer, applied projects, pilot implementation and pathways from research to market.

  • Strengthen regional cooperation
    Developing cross-border partnerships, joint initiatives and institutional cooperation across Central Asia.

Our mission

To strengthen Central Asia’s biotechnology ecosystem by connecting science, industry, investment and institutions and by creating practical mechanisms for regional and international cooperation

Central Asian biotechnology professionals collaborating on a regional innovation project

Regional by design

CABA is focused on cooperation across Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan and Turkmenistan while building links with global biotechnology ecosystems.

The Association provides a platform for joint initiatives, technology partnerships, investment dialogue, professional exchange and coordinated development of biotechnology capabilities across the region.

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Governance and expertise

CABA combines strategic governance with scientific, industry and international expertise to support biotechnology development across Central Asia

Governance & Leadership
  • Strategic governance
    Setting priorities for the Association and guiding regional initiatives and partnerships.

  • Executive capacity
    Supporting project development, coordination, international cooperation and implementation.

  • Expert networks
    Engaging scientific, industry and international expertise across biotechnology sectors.

Mission & Vision

CABA’s mission is to strengthen Central Asia’s biotechnology ecosystem by connecting science, industry, investment and institutions and by enabling practical regional and international cooperation

Evidence and expertise

Support responsible decisions informed by relevant scientific, professional and industry knowledge

Regional cooperation

Create practical connections across Central Asia while respecting confirmed institutional mandates and national contexts

Transparency and implementation

Focus on practical initiatives with clear pathways to implementation, accountable cooperation and measurable value for the biotechnology ecosystem

Strategic priorities

CABA’s strategic priorities include a connected regional biotechnology ecosystem, science–industry cooperation, commercialization and technology transfer, human capital, investment, international cooperation, and evidence-based policy and expertise

Transparency and governance

CABA supports responsible governance, clear institutional roles, professional accountability, ethical conduct and transparent engagement with members, partners and stakeholders

Institutional overview

CABA combines regional mission, strategic priorities, professional governance and expert participation to connect science, education, industry, investment and international cooperation

Governance & Leadership

Confirmed leadership and the principles guiding accountable, competent and cross-sector governance

GOVERNANCE & LEADERSHIP

Expert & Advisory Architecture

CABA’s expert architecture connects scientific, industry, policy and international expertise through advisory, committee, commission and working-group formats

Contact CABA

Connect with the Association regarding cooperation, membership, projects and institutional dialogue

CONTACT CABA

CABA as an institutional platform

CABA connects biotechnology science and research, higher education and human capital, biotechnology and biopharmaceutical industry, healthcare, agricultural, veterinary and food biotechnology, innovation infrastructure, technological entrepreneurship, commercialization and technology transfer, investors, development institutions, international organizations and professional partners.

Institutional role

The Association provides a platform for cooperation among science, education, industry, government, investors and the international professional community in developing Central Asia’s biotechnology ecosystem

Strategic priorities

Biotechnology and bioeconomy development; science–industry cooperation; commercialization of research and technologies; biotechnology and biopharmaceutical production; technology transfer; investment attraction and human capital development

Regional and global reach

CABA supports regional and international cooperation and helps connect regional technologies and products with international markets and professional networks