Exploring the future of intelligent vision-based robotics and sustainable technologies at the UCP ORIC Interdisciplinary Research Group Meeting. Dr. Sadaf Zeeshan, from faculty of Engineering, presented an interdisciplinary research project on intelligent vision based robotic systems for efficient and sustainable harvesting, followed by an engaging discussion with faculty members and students. The event concluded with closing remarks by Prof. Dr. Muhammad Akhyar Farrukh, Director ORIC, emphasizing the value of interdisciplinary research and collaboration at UCP. The session was highly productive and provided valuable insights into potential avenues for future interdepartmental project collaborations.
The Office of Research, Innovation & Commercialization (ORIC), University of Central Punjab, successfully organized a Hands-On Perfume & Scent Making Workshop on 14 January, 2026 at the Biochemistry Lab, B-Building, UCP.
The workshop aimed to equip participants with practical skills in fragrance formulation along with essential knowledge of branding, marketing, and commercialization. The session received enthusiastic participation from students, young researchers, and aspiring entrepreneurs, reflecting strong interest in innovation-driven business opportunities.
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The session concluded with a Certificate Distribution Ceremony, where certificates were distributed by the Director ORIC, Prof. Dr. Muhammad Akhyar Farrukh, who appreciated the participants’ enthusiasm and emphasized ORIC-UCP’s continued commitment to fostering innovation, entrepreneurship, and industry-linked capacity-building initiatives.
The workshop was successfully coordinated and managed by Ms. Nagina Rafiq Research Associate, ORIC-UCP
ORIC-UCP remains dedicated to empowering students and professionals through impactful trainings and collaborative platforms.
The Office of Research, Innovation and Commercialization (ORIC) and the Faculty of Science and Technology (FOST) successfully organized a seminar titled “Smog Pollution in Lahore: Causes, Consequences, and Control (From Sampling to Solutions)” on 15 January, 2026, at University of Central Punjab, Lahore.
The guest speaker, Dr. Haider A. Khwaja, an Associate Professor at Department of Environmental Health Sciences from the University at Albany, USA, shared expert insights into the environmental challenges of smog. The discussion moved from scientific sampling to practical solutions, highlighting the university’s commitment to addressing local environmental issues under the joint project started in 2023 between University at Albany, USA and UCP, Lahore. Prof. Dr. Muhammad Akhyar Farrukh and Dr. Haider A. Khwaja are principal investigators of the joint project.
The session was honored by the presence of the Pro-Rector, Dr. Hammad Naveed, who graced the event along with Prof. Dr. Hafiza Rizwana Kausar (Dean, FOST), Prof. Dr. Muhammad Akhyar Farrukh (Director ORIC), Representative from EPA, HODs, Faculty Members and Students. Dr. Hammad Naveed provided the closing remarks for the session. The seminar received an overwhelming response with around 145 registered participants, leading to a house-full venue.
Office of Research, Innovation and Commercialization organized an Interdisciplinary Research Group Meeting for faculty members to promote collaborative research across Sciences & Engineering and Social Sciences & Humanities. The meeting was attended by Pro Rector Dr. Hammad Naveed, Dean FHSS Prof. Dr. Khalid Manzoor Butt, Dean FOE Dr. Muhammad Rizwan Shad, and was led by Prof. Dr. Muhammad Akhyar Farrukh, Director ORIC, who emphasized the importance of interdisciplinary and international research in addressing contemporary societal challenges. The session featured presentations by international speakers Dr. Stefan Poslad from Queen Mary University of London and Dr. Fesal Toosy, who shared insights on multidisciplinary research in education. Faculty members from Humanities, Social Sciences, Languages, and Literature actively participated in discussions, followed by an interactive Q&A session.
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.
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.
