Lithology and Engineering Geology Laboratory of the K.I. Satpaev Institute of Geological Sciences
Fundamental lithological studies in Kazakhstan began with the work of P.T. Tajibaeva in the 1950s, focusing on a series of copper-bearing deposits at the giant Zhezkazgan deposit. In 1959, at the initiative of P.T. Tajibaeva, a lithology sector was founded, later transformed into a laboratory. It is with her name that the formation and development of lithological science in Kazakhstan is associated. Patchaim Tajibaeva understood the potential of new research at the intersection of sciences: lithology, mineralogy, physics, and crystallochemistry. Therefore, she dedicated much time and effort to equipping the lithology laboratory with new equipment. In a relatively short period, a Japanese microanalyzer for X-ray spectroscopic study of minerals, Dron devices for X-ray structural analysis, electron microscopes, derivatographs with computers for thermochemical work, and an electronograph for studying the parameters of mineral unit cells were acquired. Essentially, in the 1960s and 1970s, the Institute of Geological Sciences created an innovative complex of physical methods for studying minerals. Today, based on this complex, our Institute has reached a new level – studying nano- and micromineralogy.
Portrait of P.T. Tazhibayeva
Under the leadership and direct participation of Patchaim Tajibaeva, the laboratory conducted comprehensive lithological studies of Proterozoic, Paleozoic, and Mesozoic deposits of the mobile and platform regions of Kazakhstan, oil-bearing deposits, geology and mineralogy of weathering crusts, and crystallochemical studies of new minerals in the Vanadium basin of the Great Karatau. The main research results were repeatedly reported at various international geological forums and presented in numerous scientific reports and monographs: Lithological studies of the Zhezkazgan suites in relation to the genesis of ores at the Zhezkazgan deposit; Lithology of Lower Permian deposits in the western part of Central Kazakhstan, Weathering crusts of ultrabasic rocks of Kazakhstan and mineral resources, Minerals of the ancient weathering crusts of Kazakhstan, Geosynclinal deposits of the Ordovician of the Baikonur syncline. These studies laid the foundation for the successful defense of 3 doctoral and 12 candidate dissertations.
Under the editorship of P.T. Tajibaeva, from 1966 to 1977, 6 thematic collections were published: "Lithological Studies in Kazakhstan" (1966, 1969, 1977) and "Lithology and Sedimentary Mineral Resources of Kazakhstan" (1971, 1973, 1976).
At the Institute of Geological Sciences named after K.I. Satpaev, based on the Lithology laboratory, two Republican Lithological Conferences, two All-Union Conferences, and a symposium on the study and use of clays and clay minerals were held in Almaty, as well as the V All-Union Conference on Lithology and Sedimentary Geology of the Pre-Cambrian, with a geological excursion to Karatau.
The greatest contribution to the establishment of lithological science in Kazakhstan was made by doctors of geological and mineralogical sciences P.T. Tajibaeva, N.A. Azerbaev, Kh.Kh. Paragulgov, G.K. Bekenova, candidates of geological and mineralogical sciences B.U. Urumbaev, R.S. Seralin, M.S. Galiev, A.P. Slyusarev, I.B. Samatov, V.G. Zhemchuzhnikov, M.M. Mailibaev, V.G. Raev, E.M. Fazylov.
For several years, a specialized council for the defense of candidate dissertations in the specialties of lithology, mineralogy, stratigraphy, and paleontology operated at the Institute, created at the initiative of P.T. Tajibaeva. Dissertations were defended by candidates not only from Kazakhstan but also from the fraternal republics of Central Asia.
Among the most recent scientific developments, we should mention the joint project with the international company Agip KCO "Study of outcrops of the Karatau mountains in the Mangystau region of Kazakhstan", which involved both laboratory staff and leading geologists from the company. The responsible executor of these studies was candidate of geological and mineralogical sciences V.G. Zhemchuzhnikov. In addition, doctor of geological and mineralogical sciences Kh.Kh. Paragulgov and candidate of geological and mineralogical sciences E.M. Fazylov conducted research on the topic "Geological structure, lithological features, and prospects for oil and gas content of the Jurassic deposits of the Aral basin."
In 2005, the laboratory staff were involved in the implementation of the state program "Development of Space Activities in the Republic of Kazakhstan" on the task "Create an intersectoral GIS using remote sensing and digital cartography methods." The goal of these studies was to provide reliable information about the condition and use of natural resources to state management bodies at all levels. The work was carried out on the topic "Development of GIS technology for space monitoring of industrial agglomerations and urbanized areas, radiation hazardous objects, and control of solid mineral extraction."
Currently, the fundamental lithological and mineralogical studies continue under the guidance of P.T. Tajibaeva’s students. For example, doctor of geological and mineralogical sciences N.A. Azerbaev is studying the facies and development patterns of the Shyngys-Tarbagatai island arc based on new concepts of plate tectonics and paleo-oceanography. Doctor of geological and mineralogical sciences G.K. Bekenova has created a nano- and micromineralogy group. This group is studying new minerals at the micro- and nano-levels, as well as the forms of occurrence of rare, noble, and scattered elements in minerals. Doctor of geological and mineralogical sciences Kh.Kh. Paragulgov and candidate of geological and mineralogical sciences E.M. Fazylov are conducting research on basin analysis of Paleozoic deposits in South Torgai related to oil and gas potential.
Under the editorship of P.T. Tajibaeva, from 1966 to 1977, 6 thematic collections were published: "Lithological Studies in Kazakhstan" (1966, 1969, 1977) and "Lithology and Sedimentary Mineral Resources of Kazakhstan" (1971, 1973, 1976).
At the Institute of Geological Sciences named after K.I. Satpaev, based on the Lithology laboratory, two Republican Lithological Conferences, two All-Union Conferences, and a symposium on the study and use of clays and clay minerals were held in Almaty, as well as the V All-Union Conference on Lithology and Sedimentary Geology of the Pre-Cambrian, with a geological excursion to Karatau.
The greatest contribution to the establishment of lithological science in Kazakhstan was made by doctors of geological and mineralogical sciences P.T. Tajibaeva, N.A. Azerbaev, Kh.Kh. Paragulgov, G.K. Bekenova, candidates of geological and mineralogical sciences B.U. Urumbaev, R.S. Seralin, M.S. Galiev, A.P. Slyusarev, I.B. Samatov, V.G. Zhemchuzhnikov, M.M. Mailibaev, V.G. Raev, E.M. Fazylov.
For several years, a specialized council for the defense of candidate dissertations in the specialties of lithology, mineralogy, stratigraphy, and paleontology operated at the Institute, created at the initiative of P.T. Tajibaeva. Dissertations were defended by candidates not only from Kazakhstan but also from the fraternal republics of Central Asia.
Among the most recent scientific developments, we should mention the joint project with the international company Agip KCO "Study of outcrops of the Karatau mountains in the Mangystau region of Kazakhstan", which involved both laboratory staff and leading geologists from the company. The responsible executor of these studies was candidate of geological and mineralogical sciences V.G. Zhemchuzhnikov. In addition, doctor of geological and mineralogical sciences Kh.Kh. Paragulgov and candidate of geological and mineralogical sciences E.M. Fazylov conducted research on the topic "Geological structure, lithological features, and prospects for oil and gas content of the Jurassic deposits of the Aral basin."
In 2005, the laboratory staff were involved in the implementation of the state program "Development of Space Activities in the Republic of Kazakhstan" on the task "Create an intersectoral GIS using remote sensing and digital cartography methods." The goal of these studies was to provide reliable information about the condition and use of natural resources to state management bodies at all levels. The work was carried out on the topic "Development of GIS technology for space monitoring of industrial agglomerations and urbanized areas, radiation hazardous objects, and control of solid mineral extraction."
Currently, the fundamental lithological and mineralogical studies continue under the guidance of P.T. Tajibaeva’s students. For example, doctor of geological and mineralogical sciences N.A. Azerbaev is studying the facies and development patterns of the Shyngys-Tarbagatai island arc based on new concepts of plate tectonics and paleo-oceanography. Doctor of geological and mineralogical sciences G.K. Bekenova has created a nano- and micromineralogy group. This group is studying new minerals at the micro- and nano-levels, as well as the forms of occurrence of rare, noble, and scattered elements in minerals. Doctor of geological and mineralogical sciences Kh.Kh. Paragulgov and candidate of geological and mineralogical sciences E.M. Fazylov are conducting research on basin analysis of Paleozoic deposits in South Torgai related to oil and gas potential.
Fazylov E.M., Head of the Lithology and Engineering Geology Group
In 2009, during the reorganization of the Institute's structure, the Regional Geophysics Laboratory was integrated into the Lithology Laboratory. The geophysical team, led by candidate of geological and mineralogical sciences L.V. Shabalina, continues the fundamental research on the deep structure of the Earth's crust in Kazakhstan, initiated by doctor of geological and mineralogical sciences V.N. Lyubetsky.
The main areas of the laboratory's scientific activities include comprehensive lithological studies of sedimentary deposits, which involve the study of the material composition, epigenetic transformations, structural-textural features, capacity-filtration properties of sedimentary rocks, and the paleogeographic conditions of their formation. These studies are aimed at identifying patterns of distribution of various mineral resources, with a particular focus on oil and gas deposits. Additionally, work will continue on the development of geographic information systems (GIS) and the implementation of remote sensing methods in various geological studies and environmental monitoring of urbanized areas.
The main areas of the laboratory's scientific activities include comprehensive lithological studies of sedimentary deposits, which involve the study of the material composition, epigenetic transformations, structural-textural features, capacity-filtration properties of sedimentary rocks, and the paleogeographic conditions of their formation. These studies are aimed at identifying patterns of distribution of various mineral resources, with a particular focus on oil and gas deposits. Additionally, work will continue on the development of geographic information systems (GIS) and the implementation of remote sensing methods in various geological studies and environmental monitoring of urbanized areas.
From 2009 to 2011, under the fundamental research program, the work "Scientific support for issues related to the replenishment and development of mineral and water resources, geological-geographical systems, and the reduction of damage from natural and technogenic disasters" was completed.
In 2011, during the reorganization of the Institute's structure, the laboratories were abolished and groups were created.
In 2012, a collection titled "Current Issues of Modern Geology and Metallogeny of Kazakhstan" was prepared and published, based on the materials of the international scientific and practical conference "Satpaev Readings". This work was carried out by our laboratory's staff member, E.S. Musina.
In 2011, during the reorganization of the Institute's structure, the laboratories were abolished and groups were created.
In 2012, a collection titled "Current Issues of Modern Geology and Metallogeny of Kazakhstan" was prepared and published, based on the materials of the international scientific and practical conference "Satpaev Readings". This work was carried out by our laboratory's staff member, E.S. Musina.
Musina E.S., Senior Researcher of the Lithology and Engineering Geology Group
Prikhodko D.E., Senior Researcher of the Lithology and Engineering Geology Group
From 2012 to 2017, work was carried out on the following projects:
- "Oil and gas potential forecasting of the sedimentary cover of Northern Usturt". Report on grant funding for 2012-2014.
- "Scientific substantiation for replenishing mineral reserves for the industrial development of the Republic of Kazakhstan for 2012-2014". Task 2.1 "Identification of new oil and gas-bearing structures based on the use of qualitative and informative indicators, using universal computer programs for processing geological-geochemical and geophysical data". Report on target funding for 2012-2014.
- "Modeling and forecasting oil and gas potential of the Kazakh part of the Aral sedimentary basin". Report on grant funding for 2013-2015.
- "Syrdarya sedimentary basin – lithological features, conditions of sediment accumulation, prospects for oil and gas potential of pre-Mesozoic deposits and evaluation of their resources". Report on grant funding for 2015-2017.
- "Scientific and technical substantiation of the maximum possible options for transit through the territory of Kazakhstan for 2015-2017". Report on grant funding for 2015-2017.
- Report on the study of core samples from the Sarybulak-1 well for 2015.
- Report on the study of core samples from the Eastern Akzhar-205, 206, 209 wells for 2015.
In 2015, the laboratory staff was involved in the preparation and publication of the proceedings for the international scientific and practical conference "Geology, Mineralogy, and Prospects for the Development of Mineral Resources of the Republic of Kazakhstan", dedicated to the 70th anniversary of the Institute of Geological Sciences named after K.I. Satpaev.
In the same year, Jumakenova Æ.T. underwent training on the topic "ST RK ISO/IEC 17025-2007: General Requirements for the Competence of Testing and Calibration Laboratories" at the National Accreditation Center in Almaty from September 28-30, 2015.
Dzhumakenova A.T., Engineer of the Lithology and Engineering Geology Group
From October 13-15, 2015, E.M. Fazylov participated in and presented at the 13th International Working Meeting on "3D Geological Structures and Metallogeny" (Stage 3 – Deep Processes and Metallogeny of Northern, Central, and Eastern Asia) in Shymkent. The meeting included leading geologists from Russia, Korea, Kazakhstan, and Mongolia, with 60 participants in total. A total of 22 reports were presented and discussed. The participants also had the opportunity to take part in a geological excursion to explore the middle and upper Cambrian sections of the Small Karatau Mountains, led by Dr. G.K. Yergaliyev, academician of the National Academy of Sciences of Kazakhstan.
In 2016, Fazylov E.M., the head of the Lithology and Engineering Geology Group, was invited to the United States to participate in the "Energy and Mineral Resources" Program, conducted by the Institute of International Education under the "Leadership Program for International Visitors," from February 22 to March 11, 2016. The program was organized by the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs. It included visits to four cities and addressed the following issues:
From August 15-22, 2017, the Institute of Geological Sciences, together with SCCS (Subcommission on Carboniferous Stratigraphy) of the International Commission on Stratigraphy, organized an International Field Excursion on Upper Devonian-Carboniferous Reef Structures in the Big Karatau Mountains (Southern Kazakhstan). Fazylov E.M. and Musina E.S. from the Lithology and Engineering Geology Group were responsible for organizing the event. A guidebook titled "Upper Devonian-Carboniferous Reef Structures in the Big Karatau Mountains (Southern Kazakhstan)" was published, along with a collection of articles from the international meeting titled "Upper Devonian and Carboniferous Carbonate Structures and Stratotypes." Participants included members of SCCS from Canada, Germany, France, China, and Russia.
In October 2017, a tour was organized for NSOS employees on "Late Devonian to Late Carboniferous Carbonate Platforms of the Big Karatau (Southern Kazakhstan)."
In 2016, Fazylov E.M., the head of the Lithology and Engineering Geology Group, was invited to the United States to participate in the "Energy and Mineral Resources" Program, conducted by the Institute of International Education under the "Leadership Program for International Visitors," from February 22 to March 11, 2016. The program was organized by the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs. It included visits to four cities and addressed the following issues:
- Washington, D.C.: Familiarization with the U.S. federal system, exploration of mineral deposits and energy sources in the United States, science, and technology at the federal level.
- Tulsa, Oklahoma: Support for natural sciences at the state and local levels, promoting scientific research, energy, and the environment.
- San Diego, California: Renewable energy sources, restoring nature reserves, exploring groundwater sources and replenishing them.
- Denver, Colorado: State government and mining industry, mining and energy companies, partnerships in "clean energy."
From August 15-22, 2017, the Institute of Geological Sciences, together with SCCS (Subcommission on Carboniferous Stratigraphy) of the International Commission on Stratigraphy, organized an International Field Excursion on Upper Devonian-Carboniferous Reef Structures in the Big Karatau Mountains (Southern Kazakhstan). Fazylov E.M. and Musina E.S. from the Lithology and Engineering Geology Group were responsible for organizing the event. A guidebook titled "Upper Devonian-Carboniferous Reef Structures in the Big Karatau Mountains (Southern Kazakhstan)" was published, along with a collection of articles from the international meeting titled "Upper Devonian and Carboniferous Carbonate Structures and Stratotypes." Participants included members of SCCS from Canada, Germany, France, China, and Russia.
In October 2017, a tour was organized for NSOS employees on "Late Devonian to Late Carboniferous Carbonate Platforms of the Big Karatau (Southern Kazakhstan)."
Zhaymina V.Ya., Fazylov E.M., Musina E.S.
From October 12-18, 2017, Fazylov participated in the 15th Working Meeting on "Deep Processes and Metallogeny of Northern, Central, and Eastern Asia" held in Shenyang, Liaoning Province. Geologists from China, Russia, Kazakhstan, Korea, and Mongolia participated in the meeting, with a total of 82 attendees. The Kazakh delegation included:
- Talgat Baktiyarovich Satiev, Deputy Chairman of the Committee of Geology and Subsoil Use of the Ministry of Investments and Development of the Republic of Kazakhstan
- Berikbol Serikbayevich Khamzin, Chief Geologist of JSC "Kazgeology"
- Erbolat Malikovich Fazylov, Head of the Regional Geology Department at the Institute of Geological Sciences named after K.I. Satpaev
- Denis Andreyevich Tsoy, Investment Department Manager at JSC "Kazgeology"
Fazylov E.M., Khamzin B.S.
Members of the Kazakh delegation with foreign colleagues
From September 9-15, 2018, a training field excursion titled "Organic Structures of the Late Devonian – Early Carboniferous of the Big Karatau Mountains as Sedimentological Models of Carbonate Sub-salt Reservoirs of Deposits – Kashagan, Tengiz, Karachaganak, Kenkiyak, Chinaravskoye, and Zhanazhol in the Pre-Caspian Basin" was held. This excursion focused on studying sedimentological models of carbonate reservoirs in the context of major oil and gas fields in the Caspian region.
Exhibition stand - 2018.
In 2018, from October 8 to 18, E.S. Musina, a staff member of the Lithology and Engineering Geology Group, participated in an International Seminar on Geochemical Mapping in the city of Lanfang, People's Republic of China, invited by the UNESCO International Centre on Global-Scale Geochemistry (ICGG).
E.S. Musina was invited to this seminar because, in 2017, our Institute signed an agreement to participate in an international cooperation project between the Institute of Geophysical and Geochemical Research, CAGAS China, and the Institute of Mineralogy, Geochemistry, and Crystallography of Rare Elements, Russia, for conducting joint research to create a global geochemical observation network. This project will be carried out within the framework of intergovernmental agreements between our three countries under the "One Belt, One Road" initiative and has been approved by the heads of our states. The planned research will be conducted under the auspices of the UNESCO International Centre for Global Geochemistry.
Since 2018, the staff of the Lithology and Engineering Geology Group has been working on a targeted funding project, "Scientific Support for the Replenishment and Expansion of Mineral and Raw Material Resources of the Republic of Kazakhstan.
E.S. Musina was invited to this seminar because, in 2017, our Institute signed an agreement to participate in an international cooperation project between the Institute of Geophysical and Geochemical Research, CAGAS China, and the Institute of Mineralogy, Geochemistry, and Crystallography of Rare Elements, Russia, for conducting joint research to create a global geochemical observation network. This project will be carried out within the framework of intergovernmental agreements between our three countries under the "One Belt, One Road" initiative and has been approved by the heads of our states. The planned research will be conducted under the auspices of the UNESCO International Centre for Global Geochemistry.
Since 2018, the staff of the Lithology and Engineering Geology Group has been working on a targeted funding project, "Scientific Support for the Replenishment and Expansion of Mineral and Raw Material Resources of the Republic of Kazakhstan.
Staff of the lithology and engineering geology group.
On November 8-9, 2018, the Committee for Geology and Subsoil Use of the Ministry for Investments and Development of the Republic of Kazakhstan held a meeting on the development of a unified stratigraphic framework for the legends of geological maps. The meeting involved map legend developers, the Republican Interdepartmental Stratigraphic Council (RISC), and the K.I. Satpaev Institute of Geological Sciences, with active participation from the staff of the Lithology and Engineering Geology Group.
Participants of the meeting.
In 2019, Sh.D. Miniskul and A.S. Kaishibai participated in the XXIII International Scientific Symposium for Students and Young Scientists named after Academician M.A. Usov, titled "Problems of Geology and Subsoil Development," where they presented their reports.
Miniskul Sh.D., engineer of the lithology and engineering geology group.
Kaishibay A.S., engineer of the lithology and engineering geology group.
From 2015 to 2018, two master's students were trained.
Certificates of the group’s employees over the past 5 years.
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Reception phone: +7 727 291 56 08
Scientific secretary: +7 727 291 43 71
Fax: +7 727 291 56 79
Email: ignkis@mail.ru
Scientific secretary: +7 727 291 43 71
Fax: +7 727 291 56 79
Email: ignkis@mail.ru
050010, Republic of Kazakhstan, Almaty,
Kabanbay Batyr Street, corner of Valikhanov Street, 69/94
Kabanbay Batyr Street, corner of Valikhanov Street, 69/94
Institute of Geological Sciences named after K.I. Satpaev
Основан в 1940 году
