Meeting with Prof. Michael Sheng and Dr. Adnan Mahmood – 30 September

• Tuesday, September 30, 2025

• CUI

• International Office

Strengthening Research Ties: Macquarie University Delegation at CUI

A distinguished delegation from Macquarie University, Sydney, Australia, visited COMSATS University Islamabad (CUI) on 30th September 2025. The delegation was led by Prof. Michael Sheng, Head of the School of Computing, and was accompanied by Dr. Adnan Mahmood, Senior Lecturer in Computing, and Ms. Rumla Tahir, Senior Country Manager for South Asia & Middle East.

Macquarie University, ranked 138th in QS World University Rankings 2025 and among the Top 10 universities in Australia, is globally recognized for research excellence, innovative teaching, and international collaborations. Its School of Computing excels in data science, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and digital innovation.

Prof. Sheng delivered a guest lecture at CUI’s Business Incubation Centre (BIC) on: “AIoT Sensing for Smart Aging: Research Activities and Future Directions”. The session was attended by students from Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, and Bioinformatics. It highlighted the integration of AI and IoT technologies for innovative solutions in smart aging. The lecture provided students with practical insights into emerging AIoT applications in healthcare and smart aging,” said Prof. Sheng.

This visit opens new avenues for collaboration in research, education, and innovation between our institutions,” said Dr. Hammad Omer, Head of International Office of CUI, followed by discussions on joint research projects, student exchange, and HEC-Macquarie PhD scholarships. Both universities will also initiate a research matchmaking exercise to strengthen collaboration.

The delegation also attended the closing ceremony of “The Future of Energy: Innovation in Renewable and Clean Energy Technologies” at the Junaid Zaidi Library, CUI Islamabad, hosted by COMSATS Secretariat in collaboration with CUI.

Prof. Sheng was warmly welcomed by Ambassador Dr. Mohammad Nafees Zakaria, Executive Director, COMSATS Secretariat, who invited him to visit the Secretariat prior to his departure.

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Meeting Between Rector CUI and Pro-Rector NUST

• Friday, July 18, 2025

• Business

• CUI Islamabad

On July 18, 2025, Prof. Dr. Sajid Qamar, Rector COMSATS University Islamabad (CUI), held a productive meeting with AVM (Retd) Dr. Rizwan Riaz, Pro-Rector (RIC), National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST), at the Rector’s Secretariat, CUI.

The meeting focused on fostering mutual collaboration in a range of areas including research, innovation, and academic development. Both sides expressed strong interest in exploring joint initiatives, faculty and student exchange programs, and collaborative research opportunities to further strengthen ties between the two leading institutions.

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Graduate Programs (MS/PhD) Review 2025 Meeting by QEC

• Wednesday, July 2, 2025

• CUI

• ITCenter

Graduate Programs (MS/PhD) Review 2025 Meeting by QEC

The Quality Enhancement Cell (QEC) held the Graduate Programs (MS/PhD) Review 2025 meeting on 1st July 2025 at COMSATS University Islamabad, Islamabad Campus. The meeting was chaired by the In-charge Islamabad Campus, Prof. Dr. Sohail Asghar, and was attended by the Heads of Departments and other relevant academic personnel.

During the meeting, Prof. Dr. Sohail Asghar provided key directives aimed at addressing existing deficiencies in the graduate programs. He emphasized the need for a transparent and comprehensive audit of all MS and PhD programs to ensure quality and compliance with academic standards.

The participants discussed various issues related to the structure and delivery of the graduate programs. Prof. Dr. Sohail Asghar offered practical suggestions to help departments resolve these challenges effectively and improve the overall academic experience for students.
The session concluded with a reaffirmation of the university’s commitment to academic excellence and continuous improvement in postgraduate education.


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42nd Academic Council Meeting of COMSATS University Islamabad

• Monday, June 30, 2025

• CUI

• ITCenter

42nd Academic Council Meeting of COMSATS University Islamabad 

Islamabad, June 30, 2025 — The 42nd meeting of the Academic Council of COMSATS University Islamabad (CUI) was held today at CUI Islamabad campus. 
The meeting was chaired by Rector CUI, Prof. Dr. Sajid Qamar, and attended by Prof. Dr. Sohail Asghar, Incharge Islamabad Campus, along with Deans of Faculties, Directors of Campuses, Chairpersons of Departments, Professors, and statutory office bearers of the university.

As the principal academic forum of CUI, the Academic Council is mandated under the university's Act of 2018 to set academic standards and guide instruction, research, and examination policies.

The meeting deliberated on a wide range of academic matters, with a key focus on enhancing the quality of academic and research programs and boosting the research productivity of the university.

Participants actively contributed to discussions on various agenda items, reaffirming CUI's commitment to academic excellence and continuous improvement in research and educational outcomes.

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Meeting with D-8 International University Iran (D-8IU)

• Wednesday, February 19, 2025

• CUI

• International Office

Building Bridges: CUI and D-8 IU Explore Joint Academic and Cultural Initiatives

An online meeting of focal persons on D-8, Dr. Hammad Omer T.I., Head, International Office, CUI and Dr. Mazaher Ahmadi, Advisor to D-8IU’s Chancellor, from D-8 IU, was held on February 11, 2025. The meeting sought to identify possibilities for strengthening academic, research, and cultural collaboration.

Dr. Hammad Omer T.I, highlighted the potential of joint initiatives like the PhD Bridge Initiative and proposed expert talks in fields such as engineering, biosciences, and humanities. Dr. Usman Khurshid, In-Charge sub-office, International Office, CUI Lahore Campus, supported these ideas and suggested organizing expert talks involving researchers from CUI’s Interdisciplinary Research Center on Biomedical Materials (IRCBM), who have previously collaborated with D-8IU.

Dr. Mazaher Ahmadi, expressed enthusiasm for collaborating with CUI and proposed hosting CUI PhD students for research exchanges at D-8IU. Ms. Samira Shah, In Charge Iran Desk at the International Office, proposed reciprocal expert lectures and cultural events. Mr. Abbas Baloch, Senior Program Officer at the International Office, suggested sharing lists of experts from both institutions to identify common research interests for initiating joint research projects. Ms. Ayesha Masood, Coordinator of the Iran desk, shared details of the past successful cultural performances organized by CUI and the Iranian Cultural Consulate, highlighting the potential for further joint cultural events. Mr. Motahari from the Iranian Cultural Consulate welcomed these ideas and offered full support for joint cultural initiatives.

Both institutions agreed on next steps to set the stage for enhanced academic and cultural partnerships between the two institutions.

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