Table of Contents Page No. 1 Science & Technology Division (S&T Division) 1 Administration Wing Table-1: List of Employees of M/o Science and Technology Table-2: Organogram of M/o Science & Technology 2 8 9 International Liaison (IL) Wing Technology Wing Policy and Coordination (P&C) Wing Finance and Accounts Wing Commercialization Cell Electronics Wing Planning and Development (P&D) Wing 10 16 22 27 31 37 41 2. 3. 4 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. Council of Research in Water Resources (PCRWR) National (NIE) National Accreditation Council (PNAC) STEDEC Technology Commercialization Corporation of Standards and Quality Control Authority (PSQCA) Council for Works and Housing Research (CWHR) National and Technology (NUST) COMSATS Institute of Information Technology (CIIT) National Institute of Oceanography (NIO) Council for Science and Technology (PCST) Pakistan Council of Renewable Energy Technologies (PCRET) Pakistan Science Foundation (PSF) Pakistan Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (PCSIR) Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC) Pakistan Halal Authority (PHA) 45 52 59 62 69 89 94 106 114 126 134 141 158 182 206
Research Associates 472 Total 3,225 CIIT Rankings: During the last 15 CIIT has been one of the fastest growing educational institutions of the decade. The CIIT’s achievements in terms of its rankings during the year in review are listed below: CIIT has been ranked No 1 in TIMES Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2016-2017 in Pakistan, and among 601-800 in world universities. Ranked 137 in the prestigious TIMES Higher Education BRICS & Emerging Economies Rankings 2017 Ranked 141-150 in the Asia University Rankings 2017. CIIT is ranked among top 250 Asian Universities as per QS University Rankings of 2014-16. CIIT was among 401-500 in QS World University Rankings by Subject CS & Information Systems in 2016. CIIT is ranked at # 2 in Information Technology University’s (ITU) Quality Research Ranking 2016 of over 200 Universities. CIIT is ranked at #2 in University Ranking in Pakistan and # 967 in the World University Ranking 2015-2016 by Middle East Technical University (METU) Turkey. CIIT is ranked at # 2 in Information Technology University’s (ITU) Quality Research Ranking 2016 of over 200 Universities. CIIT is also ranked at number 1 top 10 Pakistani universities according to Nature Index in 2016 Conferences / Workshops Held: During the reporting period, CIIT organized different conferences / trainings and workshops. Some of the important ones are listed below: 8th Asian International Conference (SAICON) was held at Serena Hotel from August, 24-26, 2016. Theme of the conference was “Sustainability: A Business Imperative”. By adopting sustainable practices, companies can gain competitive edge, increase their market share, and boost shareholder value. During the three-day conference, a total of 161 papers were presented belonging to different disciplines related including Economics, Management, Finance, Human Resource Management and Marketing.
rejected by the reviewers/editors. For volume 2, Issue 1, a total 17 articles were received and are under process of reviewing and editing. Seminars/Symposiums/Workshops/Trainings Organized: PASTIC organized 51 seminars and 39 workshops on various themes such as PASTIC Information Services, Searching Techniques, Library Management, Information Literacy Skills, Strengthening Innovative Library Leaders, Plagiarism: How Do I Avoid It? & Use of Turnitin, Easy Way of Library Automation & Digitalization, KOHA, Intellectual Property Rights, Health Awareness, Research Tools and Techniques (SPSS, Endnote, Mendeley etc.). Other Activities PASTIC coordinated in bringing out PSF monthly Newsletter. 4416 new members were added to PASTIC Services Users Membership Database. New Initiatives Development of Indigenous Databases: PASTIC in collaboration with Cyber Vision is to launch beta version of National Science Search Engine to optimize its online search facility. Initially application will cover research published in Pakistani Scientific Journals (Pakistan Science Abstracts). Later on other scientific repositories like database of scientists and engineers of Pakistan, database of R & D projects, database of Scientific periodicals of Pakistan, Union Catalogue of Pakistani Scientific libraries and other future databases developed by PASTIC will be linked. In addition, databases like Data entry of R&D Projects (5054) and Data entry of Scientists (12236) were also strengthen. Development of a Database of Scientific Books: A new database of scientific books authored by Pakistani Scientists is being developed in collaboration with National library of Pakistan. For this, so far, 1500 Pakistan Scientific books record have been entered. PASTIC Plans National I.T Expo: PASTIC in collaboration with various organizations of the country is going to organize a National Exhibition on the theme “I.T. and Computer Tools for Science & Education–2017” from 17-19 November, 2017 at Pak-China Friendship Centre, Islamabad.
3 Synthesis of nano-filter material for the purification of drinking water Duration: 1 year (Dec 2016- Dec 2017) Project Leader: Dr. Shahzad Alam Project Associates: Dr. Rabia Nazir, SSO PCSIR Lahore (LLC) Cost (M):3.3 To prepare the material for drinking water purification To characterize the prepared material Studies on organic and inorganic contaminant Studies of biological contaminants Studies on actual samples On going 4 Biotechnological production of natural additives as alternative to antibiotic growth promoters for poultry industry Duration: 1 year (Dec 2016- Dec 2017) Project Leader: Dr. Muhammad Nadeem (SSO) LLC Project Associates: Dr. Quratulain Syed Dr. Rubina Nelofer (SSO) Cost (M):0.70 Sample collection Isolation &screening of specific cultures Identification and characterization of microorganisms. Production of probiotics at lab scale fermentor Scale up studies up to 10-30 fermentor Stability studies mixing in suitable carrier material/ in liquid medium for evaluation On going
S. No Project Title Objectives Status Phase -I Dietary Supplements Rich in Branched Chain Amino Acid for the Patients of Liver Cirrhosis To develop a diet formulation from food resources along with the free branched chain amino acids for overcoming the nutritional deficiency in chronic liver disease. Completed Isolation, purification and characterization of Phytase from microbial sources and its potential application” Isolation of phytase producing microbial strain from indigenous source. Taxonomic study of microbial strain. Optimization of medium for enzyme production Completed Synthesis of triterpenes and other bioactive compounds by microbial biotransformation/ chemical method To initiate process of drug discovery and development by using practical approach of biotransformation (structural transformation) of triterpenes. Completed 4. Culture of microalgae, Spirulina for Nutraceutical and Aquaculture products To culture both indigenous and exotic species of Spirulina , for making food supplement to enhance in system. On Phase-II 5. Design and Development of Low Cost Flame Photometer” To design, develop and fabricate a low cost Smart Flame Photometer, in order to fulfill the demand of local market and provide import substitute to save foreign exchange. On Going
6. Development of Color Matching/ color Assessment Cabinet (Digital). (Five Light Sources: TL84, CWF, UV and F/A) To develop digital Color Matching / color Assessment cabinet for textile paint, leather and ink industry On Going PCSIR Laboratories Complex, Lahore (LLC) S. No Project Title Objectives Status Phase-I Development of feeder for wheat flour fortification To develop Micro Feeder of good quality and according to international standard for Wheat Flour Fortification. Completed Preparation of protein hydrolysate to control fruit flies To save cash crops by highly compatible pest management protein hydrolysate. Completed Development of by Low Cost methods for Photovoltaic Applications To develop a transparent TCO layer on glass by Spray pyrolysis Technique, having short circuit resistance in the range of 10 ohm-meters. Completed Development of Industrial Chemicals (DOTP and TOTM) Development of technology for the manufacturing of Trimelitate (TOTM) and Di-Octyl Terephthalate (DOTP) from used PET materials Completed Development of High Temperature Kiln Furniture/Refractory To develop high Temperature Kiln furnace at low-cost. Completed
concentrates and powders. Enhanced material development for small arm barrel. To develop a special alloy, and its characterization of as per requirement. To enhance the firing efficiency of barrel up to 10,000 rounds. On Going Phytoremediation: A green technology for industrial waste water treatment. Environment friendly treatment of waste water according to National Environment Quality Standards for its recycling On Going Up gradation and modification of bio fertilizer Cost effective production of nitrogen fixing bio fertilizer On Going Production of micronutrients (ferrous/iron sulphate, copper sulphate, manganese sulphate and zinc sulphate for poultry feed on scale (from scarp and indigenous sources). Development of important Micronutrients for Poultry feed in terms of Semi Pilot Plant Production like Ferrous/iron sulphate, Copper sulphate, Manganese sulphate and Zinc Sulphate On Going PCSIR Laboratories Complex, Peshawar (PLC) S. No Project Title Objectives Status Phase-I Preparation of Herbal Products from for the treatment of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH). Utilization and value addition of indigenous medicinal flora for the preparation of herbal products Completed
Preparation and utilization of Opuntia extracts in herbal product. Extraction and fractionation into constituents responsible for different bioactivities. Completed Utilization of Food Industries Processing Waste (by-products) in the preparation of novel food (Nutraceutical) To food processing waste (peel) of citrus, apple and potato scientifically for estimation and isolation of bioactive compounds such as antioxidants. Completed Synthesis of Polyacrylic Resin as Superabsorbent for Industry. To develop indigenous technology for the Preparation of Polyacrylic Resin as superabsorbent for import substitute Completed Fuel Research Centre, Karachi (FRC) S. No. Project Title Objectives Status Phase-I 1. Exploration of Future Fuel for the Boilers of Industries and Power plants – Co-combustion studies of some novel renewable fuels/coal blends To explore the potential of some economical biomass sources as a fraction of future fuel for boilers of industries and power plants of the country. 2. Production of coal tar and Char from Pakistani lignite and its utilization in the industries of Pakistan Utilization of Lakhra and Thar Pakistani lignite reservoirs for production of coal tar and char. On Going
Outcome Based Education 1-Day Training Workshop on Outcome Based Education Prof. Johari Jan 28, 2017 UET, Lahore 52 (Faculty & Administrators) 2-Day Training Workshop on Outcome Based Education Prof. Megat Johari Jan 2017 Quetta 47 (Faculty & Administrators) 1-Day Training workshop on OBE Prof. Azlan Abdul Aziz April 26, 2017 UET, Lahore 40 (Faculty & Administrators) 2-Day Training Workshop on Outcome Based Education Prof. Johari 27-28, 2017 NFC, Multan 65 (Faculty & Administrators) 2-Day Training Workshop on Outcome Based Education Prof. Azlan Abdul Aziz April 27-28, 2017 University of Lahore 55 (Faculty & Administrators) Training workshop / session on OBA for program Evaluators by PEC Taskforce Observed by Prof. Johari and Prof Azlan Abdul Aziz Prof. Dr. Muddassar Farooq Engr. Dr. Nasir M. Khan April 29, 2017 PEC, HQ 45 (PEVs) 2-Day Training Workshop on Outcome Education Prof. Megat Johari May 2017 Riphah University, Islamabad 49 (Faculty & Administrators) 2-Day Training Workshop on Outcome Based Education Prof. Azlan Abdul Aziz May 2017 UET, Peshawar 58 (Faculty & Administrators) 1-Day Training Workshop on Outcome Based Education Prof. Megat Johari & Prof. Azlan Abdul Aziz May 4, 2017 Air University, Islamabad 54 (Faculty & Administrators) 2016
Workshop with PEC EAB members preparing for WA verification Dr. Kai Sang Lock 25 Aug, 2016 HEC & PEC at PEC HQ, Islamabad 30 (EAB Members & PEC Officials) Accreditation Workshop for faculty and Quality Directors Dr. Kai Sang Lock 27 Aug, 2016 HEC & PEC at PEC HQ, Islamabad 60 (PEVs) Evidence based on-site assessment during accreditation visits Dr. Kai Sang Lock 28 Aug, 2016 HEC & PEC at PEC HQ, Islamabad 46 (PEVs) Assessment and Complex Engineering Problems Prof. Megat Johari & Prof. Azlan Abdul Aziz 24 Sep, 2016 HEC & PEC at PEC HQ, Islamabad 57 (PEVs) International Workshop on outcome based education and Accreditation Prof. Megat Johari & Prof. Azlan Abdul Aziz 26-27 Sept, 2016 UET, Lahore 90 (Faculty & Administrators) International Workshop on outcome based education and Accreditation Prof. Megat Johari NTU, Faisalabad 85 (Faculty & Administrators) Workshop on Capacity Building for OBE/OBA Implementation Prof. Megat Johari 30 Sept / Oct 01, 2016 MUET, Jamshoro 75 (Faculty & Administrators) Training session for young faculty members on OBE 14 Nov, 2016 UET, Lahore 50 (Faculty Members) Accreditation of Engineering Programs (Under Graduate Level) Overall Accreditation Statistics up to 82nd EA&QEC/EAB (June 2017): Sr. # Type of Programs No. of programs 1. Accredited Engineering Programs till date 340 2. Engineering Programs under Zero/Interim Phase 100+ 3. Accredited Engineering Programs as per OBA Manual 2014 25