Peshawar, October 14, 2026 — The Pakistan Scientific and Technological Information Centre (PASTIC), Pakistan Science Foundation (PSF), Regional Office Peshawar, in collaboration with ORIC–QEC, Islamia College Peshawar, organized a one-day capacity-building workshop titled “From Research Idea to Funded Project: A Practical Guide to the HEC-NRPU 2026–27 Application Process” on 14 October 2026 at Islamia College Peshawar. The workshop aimed to strengthen faculty members’ understanding of research funding opportunities and support the development of competitive research proposals.
Dr. Muhammad Sajid, Associate Professor, Department of Geology, University of Peshawar, served as the resource person. He guided participants on key aspects of the Higher Education Commission’s National Research Programme for Universities (HEC-NRPU) 2026–27 application process and research proposal preparation.
The workshop focused on helping faculty members understand the process of translating research ideas into proposals for funding consideration. It provided guidance on approaching the application process and preparing proposals aligned with the programme’s requirements.
The session was attended by 30 faculty members representing Sarhad University Peshawar, CECOS University Peshawar, the University of Agriculture Peshawar, and Islamia College Peshawar. The Director ORIC, the Additional Director of PASTIC–PSF, Regional Office Peshawar, and senior faculty members of Islamia College Peshawar also attended the workshop.
The activity reflects PASTIC’s continued commitment to strengthening research capacity and supporting academic professionals across Pakistan. Through collaborative training programmes and capacity-building initiatives, PASTIC continues to promote research excellence and contribute to the country’s research, development, and innovation ecosystem.