ORIC’s Strategic Meeting with Energy Efficient Electrical Systems (E3S) Interdisciplinary Research Group

The Office of Research, Innovation & Commercialization, organized a strategic meeting of the E3S–FOE Interdisciplinary Research Group, aimed at strengthening collaborative research and advancing commercialization pathways. The session, led by Dr. Hammad Naveed and Prof. Dr. Muhammad Akhyar Farrukh, highlighted strategies to translate research outcomes into societal and industrial impact. Dr. Ali Ahmad (Group Leader) and his team presented the group’s objectives.

PhD Open Defense of Ms. Shama Akhter

PhD Open Defense Announcement

The Directorate of Advanced Studies and Research (DASR) at the University of Central Punjab is pleased to invite public participation to the Ph.D. open defense of Ms. Shama Akhter, a Ph.D. scholar from the Faculty of Management Sciences. The dissertation, titled “Investigating the nexus of green innovating capabilities and organizational performance: The influential role of green leadership and culture”.

Defense Schedule

📅 Date: Friday, November 21, 2025
Time: 03:00 PM
📍 Venue: Conference Hall, Building-A (1st Floor)

ORIC x ABGI–FOST Interdisciplinary Research Group Meeting

Office of Research, Innovation & Commercialization organized a strategic meeting with the Applied Biosciences & Green Innovation – FOST Interdisciplinary Research Group. The session, led by Dr. Hammad Naveed (Pro-Rector) and Prof. Dr. Akhyar Farrukh (Director, ORIC), focused on strengthening collaborative research and exploring pathways for commercialization. Dr. Fawad Baig and other research members participated, while research teams from Prof. Dr. Muhammad Naveed and Dr. Khanza Aziz Awan presented their ongoing projects.

UCP at Print Pak Exhibition 2025 – Showcasing Innovation & Creativity!

The University of Central Punjab proudly participated in Print Pak Exhibition 2025 at Lahore, presenting a remarkable array of projects and innovations from multiple departments.

Highlights of UCP’s participation include:

  • Mechanical Engineering (FOE): CNC Engraving/Router, CO2 Electrolyzer, Fruit & Vegetable Dehydrator, Air Purifier, and Smart Logistics AGV.
  • Food & Nutritional Sciences (FOST): Innovative food products developed at the Center of Food Innovation and Commercialization (COFIC-UCP), receiving great interest from industry experts and visitors.
  • Faculty of Media Studies (FOMS): Creative projects including OSAI, KAAGHAS & CO, GLOWE, ARTFUL DUO, and selected patents of Prof. Dr. Muhammad Akhyar Farrukh, Director ORIC.

The exhibit garnered enthusiastic feedback from industry leaders, academics, and visitors, exploring possibilities for future collaborations, commercialization, and research opportunities.

We are proud to see UCP faculty and students making a strong impact through innovation, research, and entrepreneurship on such a prestigious platform.