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ORIC-UCP Organizes Research Proposal & Grant Writing Workshop

Posted on August 6, 2026August 12, 2026 by Haris

The Office of Research, Innovation and Commercialization (ORIC), University of Central Punjab (UCP), organized a Research Proposal & Grant (RP&G) Writing Workshop on 06 August 2026 as part of the ORIC-UCP Faculty Capacity Building Workshop Series 2026. The session was conducted by Dr. Muhammad Azeem Ali Shah, Director, Blue Green Nexus Pvt. Ltd., who shared practical strategies for developing competitive research proposals, identifying national and international funding opportunities, and preparing successful grant applications.

Prof. Dr. Muhammad Akhyar Farrukh, Director ORIC & Research, UCP, highlighted ORIC’s initiatives to strengthen faculty research capacity, promote innovation, facilitate industry collaboration, and enhance research commercialization. The session also featured concluding remarks by Dr. Hammad Naveed, Pro-Rector, UCP, who appreciated faculty participation and emphasized continuous professional development and the effective application of research skills.

ORIC-UCP Conducts Workshop on Revenue Generation through Industrial Projects & Consultancy

Posted on August 5, 2026August 12, 2026 by Haris

The Office of Research, Innovation and Commercialization (ORIC), University of Central Punjab (UCP), organized a Workshop on Revenue Generation through Industrial Projects & Consultancy under the ORIC-UCP Faculty Capacity Building Workshop Series 2026 dated August 5th, 2026.

Dr. Hammad Majeed, Dean of Research at UMT, Lahore, delivered the workshop, sharing practical strategies for developing industry-academia collaborations, expanding consultancy opportunities, and generating sustainable research income through industrial engagement. Prof. Dr. Muhammad Akhyar Farrukh, Director ORIC, UCP highlighted the importance of the session in context of the university’s goals and presented a shield as a token of appreciation to the resource person. The interactive session encouraged faculty members to strengthen industrial partnerships, promote consultancy-based research, and enhance the commercialization and societal impact of university research.

ORIC-UCP Holds Session on Spin-Off Ventures & Commercialization

Posted on August 4, 2026August 12, 2026 by Haris

The Office of Research, Innovation and Commercialization (ORIC), University of Central Punjab (UCP), organized an interactive Session on Spin-Off Ventures & Commercialization under the ORIC-UCP Faculty Capacity Building Workshop Series 2026. The session opened with remarks by Prof. Dr. Muhammad Akhyar Farrukh, Director ORIC, who welcomed the participants and emphasized the importance of commercialization and university spin-offs in translating research into societal and economic impact.

The session was facilitated by Dr. Hadia Awan, Dean, Faculty of Law, UCP, who presented the key features of the UCP Spin-Off Ventures & Commercialization Policy, including its objectives, commercialization framework, founder recognition, revenue-sharing model, and the proposed process for establishing university spin-off ventures. The session concluded with an interactive discussion, where faculty members shared valuable feedback, raised questions, and proposed suggestions to further strengthen the policy and support its effective implementation across the University.

ORIC-UCP Conducts Workshop on Patents, Copyright & Trademarks

Posted on August 4, 2026August 12, 2026 by Haris

The Office of Research, Innovation and Commercialization (ORIC), University of Central Punjab (UCP), organized the IPR: Patents, Copyright & Trademark Workshop under the ORIC-UCP Faculty Capacity Building Workshop Series 2026, dated August 4th, 2026.

The workshop was inaugurated by Prof. Dr. Muhammad Akhyar Farrukh, Director ORIC, who welcomed participants and highlighted the importance of intellectual property awareness in strengthening research, innovation, and commercialization.

The session was conducted by Mr. Saad Nasrullah, WIPO Certified Master Trainer and Patent & Trademark Attorney, who provided practical insights into patents, copyrights, trademarks, and strategies for protecting and commercializing research outputs. The interactive workshop enhanced participants’ understanding of intellectual property management and its significance in fostering innovation.

ORIC UCP Organizes Smart Tax Planning and Income Tax Return Filing Workshop 2026

Posted on July 28, 2026August 12, 2026 by Haris

The Office of Research, Innovation and Commercialization (ORIC), University of Central Punjab (UCP), organized a workshop on Smart Tax Planning and Filing Income Tax Return 2026 on July 28, 2026. The session, led by Dr. Imran Shahzad, Chartered Accountant and Head of the Accounting and Finance Department, UCP, provided participants with practical insights into taxation, tax compliance, and the preparation and filing of income tax returns through the FBR IRIS portal.

Addressing the closing ceremony, Prof. Dr. Muhammad Akhyar Farrukh, Director ORIC, highlighted the importance of financial literacy and tax compliance for professionals and entrepreneurs. Certificates were distributed among participants. The workshop was coordinated by Malik Abdul Rahim, Research Associate, ORIC.

UCP ORIC Organizes Research Proposal & Grant Writing Workshop

Posted on June 23, 2026July 2, 2026 by Haris

The Office of Research, Innovation & Commercialization (UCP ORIC), University Of Central Punjab (UCP), successfully organized a Research Proposal & Grant Writing Workshop for CS and IT Faculty on June 23, 2026.

Dr. Zulifiqar Habib (@drzhabib), Professor (CS-AI) and Former Dean-In-Charge, Center for Research in VIG-Robotics, COMSATS University Islamabad, Lahore Campus shared practical insights on identifying funding opportunities, developing competitive research proposals, grant management, industry collaborations, and research commercialization. The workshop also featured an interactive discussion, allowing faculty members to seek expert guidance on proposal development and funding strategies

ORIC UCP Organized the Pixels, Paths & Possibilities Workshop 2026

Posted on June 23, 2026July 2, 2026 by Haris

The Office of Research, Innovation and Commercialization (ORIC) at the University of Central Punjab (UCP) successfully hosted the Pixels, Paths and Possibilities Workshop 2026. This six hour practical session helped enthusiastic participants master essential design tools like Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator.

Led by UCP Senior Graphic Designer Mr. Ahsan Raza, the hands on training covered both raster and vector workflows. Participants learned core interface tools, image retouching, custom vector creation, and typography.

During the closing ceremony, ORIC Director Prof. Dr. Muhammad Akhyar Farrukh encouraged attendees to use these new skills for freelancing and entrepreneurship. The event was managed by ORIC Research Associate Mr. Malik Abdul Rahim

Workshop on Generative AI in Research and Academics

Posted on May 20, 2026May 20, 2026 by Haris

Day 1

University of Central Punjab Organizes Training Workshop on Generative AI in Research and Academics

The University of Central Punjab (UCP), through its Office of Research, Innovation and Commercialization (ORIC) & Learning Innovation Centre (LIC), organized Day 1 – Artificial Intelligence in Research under the Training Workshop on the Use of Generative Artificial Intelligence in Research and Academics.

Prof. Dr. Muhammad Akhyar Farrukh, Director ORIC, delivered the first session, introducing generative AI, its pros and cons in learning, and ways to use it without compromising academic honesty. He also demonstrated AI tools for outlining, searching, understanding, and writing, along with practical insights on handling AI detection responsibly.

The second session by Dr. Hammad Naveed focused on Research Integrity, emphasizing originality, credibility, and ethical standards in adopting AI technologies.

The first batch trained 100 faculty members from all nine UCP faculties, marking a significant step in faculty development and the responsible integration of AI in academia.

Day 2

Second Batch of AI in Teaching and Learning Workshop Trains Over 120 UCP Faculty Members

The Office of Research, Innovation and Commercialization (ORIC), in collaboration with the Learning Innovation Centre (LIC), successfully organized Day 2 – Artificial Intelligence in Academics, as part of UCP’s continuing initiative to build faculty capacity in the Use of Generative AI in Research and Academics.

Led by Prof. Dr. Muhammad Akhyar Farrukh, Director ORIC, the workshop provided practical insights into Generative AI (GenAI) tools for teaching and learning.

The session covered applications in course generation, grammar checking, lesson planning, assignments, paraphrasing, assessments, quizzes, note-making, and question preparation. Faculty members also explored the use of AI-driven prompts and templates to enhance classroom teaching and professional development.

The program emphasized AI-based course design, crafting learning objectives and outcomes, and rethinking Bloom’s Taxonomy in the age of AI.

Participants were guided in developing modules, lessons, assignments, presentations, assessments, and feedback through AI integration for more engaging and effective teaching.

With over 120 faculty members participating in this second batch, the workshop underscored UCP’s commitment to equipping its educators with cutting-edge digital tools and fostering future-ready classrooms while maintaining academic quality.

ORIC-UCP Organizes Orientation Session on Faculty Industry Placement Program (FIPP)

Posted on May 19, 2026May 19, 2026 by Haris

The Office of Research, Innovation & Commercialization (ORIC) at the University of Central Punjab (UCP) organized an orientation session on the Faculty Industry Placement Program (FIPP) to enhance faculty awareness regarding its objectives, structure, and implementation process.

The session was led by Dr. Hammad Naveed, Pro-Rector UCP, and Prof. Dr. Muhammad Akhyar Farrukh, Director ORIC, with participation from faculty members across multiple UCP faculties.

The speakers highlighted the importance of FIPP in strengthening academia–industry linkages, promoting applied research, and ensuring the relevance of academic curricula with industry needs. They elaborated on the expected outcomes of the program, emphasizing mutual benefits for faculty members, industry partners, the university, and students through enhanced collaboration and knowledge exchange.

Detailed guidance was provided on key aspects of the program, including faculty selection criteria, placement procedures, expected professional conduct during industry engagement, and the preparation of comprehensive post-placement reports. The session also addressed how industry exposure can contribute to improving teaching methodologies, research direction, and curriculum development.

A key focus of the discussion was the transformative role of FIPP in enabling faculty members to gain real-world industry experience, thereby bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application. This exposure is expected to enhance research quality, encourage innovation, and support the development of industry-relevant academic programs.

The session witnessed active participation and engagement from faculty members, reflecting UCP’s strong institutional commitment to fostering sustainable academia–industry partnerships.

The event concluded with a shared vision to utilize FIPP as a platform for academic growth, professional development, and innovation-driven outcomes.

The Director ORIC appreciated the efforts of Dr. Fazia Anum, the focal person for FIPP, for her dedicated role in the successful coordination and execution of the program.

ORIC-UCP Organized the 2nd Transparent Organic Soap Formulation Workshop

Posted on May 12, 2026June 3, 2026 by Haris

The Office of Research, Innovation and Commercialization (UCP ORIC) at the University Of Central Punjab (UCP) successfully organized the 2nd Transparent Organic Soap Formulation Workshop. This high-impact hands-on training session attracted a total of 65 participants, including representatives from various institutions such as Kinnaird College for Women (KCW), Lahore – Pakistan, University of Sargodha Virtual University of Pakistan, Riphah International University Lahore, The Punjab School, Pharmedic Laboratory, Lahore College for Women University, and Government Associate Colleges.

The workshop was conducted by Dr. Sadia Zulfiqar from the Faculty of Science & Technology – UCP, who served as the lead resource person. Participants received practical training on creating skin-friendly organic products, including Transparent Niacinamide Whitening Soap, Exfoliating Loofah Soap, Grapes Shaped Handwash Soap, and Milk & Honey Baby Bars. The session also covered essential topics such as safe ingredient sourcing, quality testing, and professional packaging for small-scale production.

In the closing ceremony, Prof. Dr. Muhammad Akhyar Farrukh, Director ORIC, emphasized the importance of translating scientific research into commercial ventures and encouraged the participants to utilize these skills for entrepreneurship. The entire workshop was managed by Mr. Malik Abdul Rahim, Research Associate at ORIC. This initiative reflects ORIC-UCP’s ongoing commitment to fostering innovation and providing hands-on, practical, technology-driven skills to the community.