January 31 (1928-2016) is the day of death of prominent socio-political figure, doctor of biological sciences, professor, academician Jalal Alirza oglu Aliyev.

Academician Jalay Aliyev, a world-famous selection scientist among the prominent scientists who have made great contributions to the development of Azerbaijani science, an outstanding representative of biology and agrarian science in our country, Honored Scientist, socio-political figure, awarded “Istiglal” and “Sharaf” orders, “Honorary Diploma” of the President of the Republic of Azerbaijanhas a special place. He can be boldlycalled the pinnacle of Azerbaijani biology and breeding science.