Innovation in education
Pakistan’s higher education system is at a critical juncture and needs immediate and bold reforms to align with the demands of the modern world. For too long have outdated practices…
The science of sanctions
Last month, the US imposed sanctions on 26 firms based in Pakistan, Iran, and China. These blacklisted entities are alleged to be supporting weapons and drone development. These recent sanctions…
Emerging technologies for innovation
With a population of over 240 million, more than 60 per cent of which is under the age of 30, Pakistan is at a crucial moment in its developmental journey.…
The science of progress
Many exciting developments in the fields of science and technology are rapidly transforming the landscape of those countries that are investing in research and development. Many of these innovations are…
Disruptive innovation
The world is witnessing a huge change because of the onslaught of disruptive innovations that are completely uprooting conventional industries and establishing fresh industrial landscapes in the developed world. A…
Promoting innovation
There are some common themes from the lives of Thomas Edison (1847-1931), Robert Noyce (1927-1990) and Steve Jobs (1955-2011) that can provide valuable insights to Pakistan’s policymakers designing policies on…
Amazing science
In 2020, the Nobel Prize in chemistry was jointly awarded to two women – Emmanuelle Charpentier and Jennifer A Doudna – for their work on CRISPR-Cas9, a method to edit…
HEC, CAB agree to promote access to agri, bioscience resources
The Higher Education Commission (HEC), Pakistan and the CAB International have signed a Letter of Intent (LoI) to cooperate for implementation, distribution, adoption and development of educational resources in Pakistan…
Innovation for development
Innovation has long been recognized as a cornerstone of economic development and prosperity. It drives productivity, competitiveness, and job creation, while simultaneously addressing societal challenges and improving the overall quality…
NUST, HEC ink DoU to undertake PM’s National Innovation Award
The National University of Sciences & Technology (NUST) and the Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan have signed a Document of Understanding (DoU) to undertake the Prime Minister’s National Innovation…
