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The Astana Gait Exoskeleton Assisted Rehabilitation (A.GEAR), developed by Nazarbayev University (NU) researchers, has received state registration and is prepared for mass production. The device, designed for stroke survivors and individuals with musculoskeletal disorders, gained regulatory approval from Kazakhstan's NDDA.

The project, initiated in late 2021 at NU's Center for Excellence in Medical Robotics & Research, aims to reduce reliance on imported rehabilitation robots and lower healthcare costs. Clinical trials took place in Karagandy and Astana, and the team is now working on supply agreements with SK-Pharmacy and seeking distribution partners.