Research & Innovation

Pioneering research initiatives addressing real-world challenges through cutting-edge technology and scientific inquiry.

Research Focus Areas

Our multidisciplinary research teams are driving innovation across these key domains

🌐 Internet of Things (IoT)

Developing smart connected systems for healthcare monitoring, agriculture optimization, and industrial automation. Our team works on sensor networks, edge computing, and real-time data analytics.

Active Projects: Smart Agriculture System, Health Monitoring Wearables, Industrial IoT Platform

Publications: 15+ peer-reviewed papers in 2024

🤖 Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning

Advancing AI applications in computer vision, natural language processing, predictive analytics, and autonomous systems. Focus on practical implementations for local industries.

Active Projects: Urdu NLP System, Disease Detection AI, Traffic Optimization Model

Publications: 12+ peer-reviewed papers in 2024

⚡ Renewable Energy Systems

Researching sustainable energy solutions including solar power optimization, wind energy harvesting, and smart grid technologies for Pakistan's energy sector.

Active Projects: Solar Forecasting System, Hybrid Energy Storage, Microgrid Controller

Publications: 10+ peer-reviewed papers in 2024

🔒 Cybersecurity & Network Security

Addressing security challenges in mobile networks, cloud infrastructure, and IoT devices. Developing intrusion detection systems and secure communication protocols.

Active Projects: 5G Security Framework, IoT Security Protocol, Blockchain Authentication

Publications: 8+ peer-reviewed papers in 2024

📡 Wireless Communication Technologies

Advancing 5G/6G technologies, massive MIMO systems, and spectrum efficiency. Collaborating with telecom industry partners on next-generation networks.

Active Projects: 5G Test Bed, Millimeter Wave Propagation, MIMO System Design

Publications: 9+ peer-reviewed papers in 2024

🤖 Robotics & Automation

Designing autonomous robots for agriculture, manufacturing, and service industries. Focus on computer vision, path planning, and human-robot interaction.

Active Projects: Agricultural Robot, Warehouse Automation, Inspection Drone

Publications: 7+ peer-reviewed papers in 2024

Recent Publications (2024-2025)

Our faculty and students are actively publishing in top-tier international journals and conferences

Smart Agriculture Using IoT and Machine Learning

Authors: Dr. A. Khan, M. Ahmed, S. Hassan

Journal: IEEE Internet of Things Journal

Year: 2024 | Impact Factor: 8.2

Proposes an intelligent system for crop monitoring and yield prediction using sensor networks and deep learning algorithms.

5G Network Security: Challenges and Solutions

Authors: Prof. I. Khan, Dr. N. Azim, S. Shah

Journal: IEEE Communications Magazine

Year: 2024 | Impact Factor: 11.2

Comprehensive survey of security vulnerabilities in 5G networks and proposed mitigation strategies.

Deep Learning for Medical Image Analysis

Authors: M. Umar, Dr. T. Iqbal, A. Safi

Conference: International Conference on Medical Imaging

Year: 2024 | Type: IEEE Conference

Novel CNN architecture for accurate detection of pulmonary diseases from chest X-rays.

Solar Power Forecasting Using LSTM Networks

Authors: Engr. M. Arif, Dr. W. Afzal, O. Faizan

Journal: Renewable Energy Journal

Year: 2025 | Impact Factor: 9.7

Time-series prediction model for solar energy generation using historical weather data and LSTM networks.

Blockchain-Based Authentication for IoT Devices

Authors: M. Sameen, Dr. A. Sajid, M. Waqas

Journal: IEEE Access

Year: 2024 | Impact Factor: 3.9

Decentralized authentication framework using blockchain for secure IoT device communication.

Autonomous Navigation for Mobile Robots

Authors: A. Hassan, Dr. N. Din, S. Ahmed

Conference: International Conference on Robotics and Automation

Year: 2024 | Type: IEEE ICRA

Real-time path planning algorithm combining computer vision and reinforcement learning for indoor navigation.

View complete publication list on Google Scholar and ResearchGate

Research Laboratories

State-of-the-art facilities equipped with modern technology

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AI & Data Science Lab

High-performance GPU clusters, deep learning frameworks, and big data processing tools for AI research.

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Communications Lab

RF equipment, spectrum analyzers, software-defined radios, and 5G test equipment for wireless research.

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Electronics Lab

Oscilloscopes, signal generators, PCB fabrication, and microcontroller development platforms.

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Power Systems Lab

Solar panels, inverters, battery testing equipment, and power quality analyzers for energy research.

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Robotics Lab

Industrial robots, 3D printers, CNC machines, and autonomous vehicle platforms for robotics projects.

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Cybersecurity Lab

Network simulation tools, penetration testing platforms, and security monitoring systems.

Research Collaborations

Partnering with leading institutions worldwide

International Partnerships

  • ✓ University of Engineering & Technology (UET), Lahore
  • ✓ NUST (National University of Sciences & Technology)
  • ✓ COMSATS University Islamabad
  • ✓ Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC)
  • ✓ Higher Education Commission (HEC)

Industry Partners

  • ✓ National Telecommunication Corporation
  • ✓ Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited
  • ✓ National Electric Power Regulatory Authority
  • ✓ Pakistan Software Houses Association
  • ✓ Local Manufacturing Industries

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Opportunities for students and researchers

Undergraduate Research

Get involved in research projects during your BS studies. Gain hands-on training and publish your work.

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MS/PhD Programs

Pursue advanced degrees with full-time research focus. Scholarships and stipends available for qualified candidates.

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Research Assistantships

Paid positions for graduate students assisting faculty with research projects and lab management.

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