Tajik scientist Omina Kholikzoda has won a gold medal at the 15th International Invention Fair of the Middle East, held in Kuwait.
Kholikzoda, a researcher at the Ibn Sina Tajik State Medical University’s Institute of Fundamental Medicine, was awarded for her discovery, a preparation called Tagetol, derived from the essential oil of small-flowered tagetes, a plant native to Tajikistan.
Tagetol has strong hepatoprotective, choleretic, antioxidant, detoxifying, and anti-inflammatory properties.
The International Invention Fair of the Middle East, established in 1974, is considered one of the world’s largest platforms for showcasing scientific achievements. This year’s event featured participants from 66 countries, highlighting cutting-edge research and technological advancements.
Five scientists from Tajikistan took part in the forum, but it was Kholikzoda’s work that stood out, receiving top recognition from the jury.
Kholikzoda’s success at the international level underscores Tajikistan’s growing presence in scientific research and innovation.
