Baku State University (BSU) hosted a national scientific conference entitled “Current Issues in Archaeology, Ethnology and Anthropology” at its Faculty of History to mark the 50th anniversary of the Department of Archaeology and Ethnography.

Professor Ibrahim Zeynalov, Dean of the Faculty of History, spoke about the department’s history and development, highlighting its key role in training specialists in archaeology, ethnology, ethnography and anthropology in Azerbaijan. Reflecting on the department’s research and educational activities over the years, he acknowledged the contributions of scholars who had helped establish and advance its work. He also emphasised the importance of preserving academic traditions, expanding contemporary research areas and encouraging young researchers to engage in scientific work.

Associate Professor Farhad Guliyev, Director of the Institute of Archaeology and Anthropology of the Azerbaijan National Academy of Sciences (ANAS), highlighted the role of BSU, particularly its Faculty of History, in the development of science in Azerbaijan. He spoke about the achievements of the faculty’s graduates at research and educational institutions across the country and discussed prospects for archaeological research and cooperation between BSU and the institute. He also outlined efforts to involve students in archaeological excavations.

A total of 65 scientific abstracts were submitted to the conference.

Following the plenary session, the conference continued in four thematic sections.