On November 6, 2025, the Police School of the University of Internal Affairs of Mongolia, in cooperation with the Hanns Seidel Foundation, successfully organized the National Student Research Conference under the theme “Students’ Participation in Ensuring Environmental Safety.” A total of 65 research papers demonstrated the active engagement of students in environmental protection, law, and technological innovation.
Opening Remarks
The conference was opened by Mr. Felix Glenk, Resident Representative of the Hanns Seidel Foundation in Mongolia, and Professor Dr. N. Badraa, Colonel and Professor at the Department of Criminal Procedure Law of the Police School. Both delivered welcoming remarks and extended their best wishes to the participating students and researchers.
The conference was moderated by Associate Professor Dr. N. Sainbayar, Lieutenant Colonel and faculty member at the Department of Criminal Procedure Law of the Police School.
Participants and Research Topics
A total of 65 research papers were submitted from universities across Mongolia. Based on preliminary evaluations, the jury selected 8 outstanding papers for presentation and discussion.
The students presented a wide range of topics covering environmental protection, law enforcement, artificial intelligence, and technological innovation, including:
- “Improving Sentencing for Environmental Crimes from the Perspective of Restorative Justice” — S. Akhsholpan, B. Oyuntuya (National University of Mongolia, School of Law)
- “A Study on the Relationship Between Environmental Responsibility and Actual Behavior Among University Students” — B. Oyuukhai (University of Internal Affairs of Mongolia) & T. Ölziibayasgalan (National University of Mongolia, Faculty of Education and Psychology)
- “Technological Opportunities and Impact of Enzymatic Recycling of PET Plastic Waste in Mongolia” — Ts. Munkhsarnai (University of Internal Affairs of Mongolia)
- “International Experiences in AI-Based Waste Management and Implementation Approaches in Mongolia” — Ts. Tserenbat (IZIS, School of Law)
- “The Current Situation of Illegal Hunting and the Possibilities of Detecting Wild Meat Using Technological Advances” — B. Amin-Erdene, Ch. Emujin (University of Internal Affairs of Mongolia)
- “The Use of Digital Evidence in Environmental Crimes and Issues of Ensuring Its Legal Validity” — E. Munkhjin, Ts. Nomin-Erdene (National University of Mongolia, School of Law)
- “Application of AI- and Data-Based Systems in Environmental Monitoring” — Ts. Orgilbayar (Police School, University of Internal Affairs of Mongolia)
- “The Compliance and Conflicts Between Mongolian Legislation and International Conventions Protecting Migratory Species” — B. Otgontuya (University of Internal Affairs of Mongolia)
Outstanding Presentations Recognized
At the conclusion of the conference, the jury evaluated the papers based on their scientific significance, practical relevance, methodology, and presentation skills, and selected the top three best presentations:
Certificates and monetary prizes were awarded to the winners. All presented studies demonstrated high academic quality, creative thinking, and strong practical relevance.
This national scientific conference served as a vital venue for young researchers to enhance their understanding of environmental law, develop research skills, and foster innovation, providing a meaningful example of student participation in ensuring environmental safety.
