LAHORE:Punjab University (PU) Office of Research, Innovation and Commercialization (ORIC) organized a consultative session on HEC National Research Programme for Universities (NRPU) grant proposals for 2026-27 to guide faculty members in securing research funding.
The session, held at the Institute of Chemical Engineering and Technology on Thursday, was attended by PU Pro Vice Chancellor Prof Dr Mahmood Saleem, Dean Faculty of Education Prof Dr Muhammad Shahid Farooq, Director CEMB Prof Dr Moazur Rahman, Director ORIC Prof Dr Aqil Inam and faculty members.
HEC Director RandD Humaira Qudoos, Member RandD Prof Dr Syed Habib Ali Bukhari and Mehmaz Batool participated online.
Addressing the session, Prof Dr Mahmood Saleem appreciated the efforts of the ORIC team and said the initiative will help faculty members strengthen research activities and promote a vibrant research culture at the university.
Prof Dr Aqil Inam highlighted the importance of developing effective and competitive research proposals to secure HEC funding. He expressed hope that the session will enhance researchers’ understanding of the grant application process.
The HEC experts shared practical insights into proposal development, funding opportunities and application procedures to help faculty members prepare quality research proposals for the 2026-27 funding cycle.