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  • Thursday, August 28, 2025

  • CUI

  • International Office

Finnish Delegation Visits COMSATS University Islamabad

Islamabad, August 25, 2025 — COMSATS University Islamabad (CUI) hosted a delegation from Finland’s Tampere University on August 25, 2025. The delegation was led by Prof. Dr. Moncef Gabbouj, Professor of Signal Processing, Faculty of Information Technology and Communication Sciences. He was accompanied by Dr. Fahad Sohrab, Postdoctoral Research Fellow at Tampere University & University of Eastern Finland, and Dr. Asif Sohrab (Guest), General Physician (MD) and CEO of Doctor ASKY.

A globally recognized scholar, Prof. Gabbouj is an IEEE Fellow, member of Academia Europaea, and former Academy of Finland Professor, with over 800 publications in artificial intelligence, machine learning, signal and image processing, and multimedia analytics.

During a formal meeting, Dr. Hammad Omer, T.I., Head International Office, provided insights on CUI’s academic profile, historical and administrative background, strengths, international collaborations, and vision for the future. Senior CUI faculty members in attendance were from the Department of Computer Engineering, Dr. Syed Junaid Nawaz, Head/ Tenured Associate Professor, Dr. Syed Saud Naqvi, Tenured Associate Professor (AI Expertise); Dr. Atif Shakeel, Assistant Professor (AI Expertise); along with Finnish alumni Dr. Irfan Ullah Khattak and Dr. Haider Ali, both serving as Assistant Professors at CUI.

Dr. Omer highlighted CUI’s historic MoUs signed in 2007 with Tampere University of Technology and Helsinki University of Technology under the visionary leadership of Dr. S. M. Junaid Zaidi, H.I., S.I., and Founder Rector of CUI. Under these MoUs, six CUI faculty members pursued MS degrees at Tampere University of Technology and four CUI faculty members at Helsinki University of Technology, which strengthened the University’s research and academic capabilities. The Finnish alumni of CUI shared their experiences studying at Tampere University and highlighted how the collaboration enriched CUI’s academic landscape.

Seizing this opportunity, Dr. Omer proposed the revival of the MoU with Tampere University of Technology, aiming to re-establish similar channels for joint research, faculty development, and student exchanges.

The visitors were given a tour of the Junaid Zaidi Library and other campus facilities. Before departure, the delegates paid a courtesy call on Prof. Dr. Sajid Qamar, Rector of CUI, and brief interactions with the Deans of the Faculties of Business Administration and Architecture & Design.

The visit showcased University’s dedication to expanding global partnerships and building on its successful history with Finnish institutions. It marked a pivotal step towards reviving the MoU with Tampere University, promoting collaborative research, faculty growth, and student mobility, while reinforcing CUI’s mission to strengthen international engagement and advance academic excellence through cross-border knowledge exchange.



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  • Monday, August 25, 2025

  • CUI

  • International Office

The International Office, COMSATS University Islamabad (CUI), hosted Mr. Karim Motahari, Incharge Academic Affairs, Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran on August 19, 2025, to strengthen academic and cultural ties between CUI and Iranian HEIs.The meeting was chaired by Dr. Hammad Omer T.I., Head International Office (IO), with an active participation of Ms. Samira Shah, Desk Officer (Iran), Ms. Ayesha Masood, Coordinator (Iran Desk), Mr. Abbas Baloch, Senior Program Officer and Mr. Arif Awan, Senior Program Officer from the IO. The meeting reviewed the ongoing collaborations and explored opportunities for cultural cooperation, Persian language short courses, and a guest lecture by the Iranian Ambassador for CUI students and faculty. During his visit, Mr. Motahari also called upon the Rector, COMSATS University Islamabad, and conveyed the Embassy’s keen interest in enhancing academic cooperation with CUI

Later, Mr. Motahari explored the Iranian Book Corner at the Junaid Zaidi Library, commending the modern facilities. Both sides expressed enthusiasm for furthering academic and cultural collaborations. Key outcomes include exploring cooperative opportunities such as webinars, student exchange programs, participation in summer camps on reciprocal basis with Iranian universities and planning semester-wise activities with the Iranian Embassy.

The meeting concluded with mutual expressions of goodwill and a firm commitment to future collaboration, reflecting the enduring friendship between Pakistan and Iran. This visit marks a significant step forward in strengthening the academic and cultural partnership between Iranian universities and CUI.

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  • Thursday, July 31, 2025

  • CUI

  • Business Incubation Center

We had the pleasure of welcoming Mr. Raja Mubashar from AM Global Pharmaceuticals Ghana to COMSATS, on the kind invitation of Dr. Amir Rashid Ch., Incharge Business Incubation Center (BIC).

This highly productive and insightful conversation focused on exploring internship and career opportunities for COMSATS students in Uganda, Ghana, and other African countries. Mr. Mubashar graciously offered his support in facilitating international placements and guiding students toward meaningful roles in the pharmaceutical and healthcare sectors across Africa.

The meeting took place on 17th July 2025 at 11:00 AM at the BIC Office, COMSATS Islamabad, and marks the beginning of a promising collaboration aimed at empowering our students with global exposure and real-world industry engagement.

Representing AM Global Pharmaceuticals—a company dedicated to providing high-quality, safe, and affordable medicines throughout Ghana—Mr. Mubashar shared valuable insights into the African healthcare ecosystem and emphasized the importance of connecting young talent with international opportunities.

?? Dr. Amir’s initiative is helping build global bridges for COMSATS students
?? Opportunities in Africa’s growing health sector now within reach
?? Strengthening academia-industry partnerships across borders

We are excited to see this collaboration flourish and open new doors for our students beyond national boundaries.

  • Tuesday, July 29, 2025

  • Business

  • International Office

Islamabad, July 24, 2025 — COMSATS University Islamabad (CUI) had the honor of hosting Prof. Dr. Jiri Jaros from the Department of Computer Systems, Brno University of Technology, Czech Republic on Thursday, 24th July 2025.

Prof. Jaros’s visit marks a significant step towards fostering academic cooperation and research collaboration between CUI and Brno University of Technology. During his visit, Prof. Jaros engaged in fruitful discussions with faculty members from the Departments of Computer Science, Electrical & Computer Engineering, and Physics.

The visit program, carefully designed to maximize mutual engagement, included departmental meetings, lab visits, and academic exchange sessions. The interaction aimed at identifying potential areas for joint research projects, faculty and student exchanges, and other collaborative initiatives under bilateral and European Union-funded frameworks such as Erasmus+.

This visit reflects CUI’s continued commitment to expanding its global partnerships and providing its academic community with international exposure and collaboration opportunities.

CUI extends its sincere gratitude to the National Centre for Physics (NCP), Pakistan, for facilitating Prof. Jaros’s visit to the university.



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  • Wednesday, July 16, 2025

  • CUI

  • Architecture & Design

PCATP Revalidation to Accreditation Visit – Department of Architecture and Design, COMSATS University Islamabad, Islamabad Campus
‎The Pakistan Council of Architects and Town Planners (PCATP) conducted a revalidation to accreditation visit at the Department of Architecture and Design, COMSATS University Islamabad, Islamabad campus.
‎Following a detailed and comprehensive review of the department’s academic and institutional practices, the visiting team held an exit meeting with Prof. Dr. Sajid Qamar, Rector COMSATS University Islamabad. Also present at the meeting were Prof. Dr. Sohail Asghar, In-charge CUI Islamabad Campus; the Dean of the Faculty of Architecture, Art and Design; the Chairman of the Department of Architecture and Design; and the General Manager of the Rector Secretariat.
‎The team commended the department's valuable contributions to architectural education and its ongoing commitment to academic excellence.

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