Neuroimaging Research Group

Home
Pakistan
Islamabad
Neuroimaging Research Group

Neuroimaging research group is researching on various issues related to brain-machine interface, brain-robot, neuroscience and neurolinguistics. are generated.

The Neurorobotics research group at the Department of Mechatronics Engineering, Air University has been working on various research issues related to brain-machine interface, brain-robot interface, bio-robotics, biomedical engineering, artificial intelligence, pattern recognition and classification techniques. The group is focusing on real-time brain signal acquisition for brain-machine interfacing using Electroencephalography (EEG) and functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS). Brain-Computer Interface (BCI) is a direct communication/control pathway between brain and external devices by bypassing the peripheral nervous system. Methods used to acquire brain signals for BCI purposes can be invasive or noninvasive. Our group is carrying out research using noninvasive techniques, for example, Electroencephalography (EEG) and functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS), to develop a real-time BCI for multidimensional control of external devices. The brain signals are acquired using a noninvasive technique such as fNIRS or EEG, the signals acquired are pre-processed using suitable adaptive filters to remove high or low-frequency components such as due to the heart beat, Mayer waves, and respiration. Features are then extracted for classification and a suitable machine learning algorithm is designed to classification those features. Finally, control commands for the control of an external device (Spelling devices, Robotics arms or wheelchair etc.)

29/07/2026

July 29, 2026 - Today, four wonderful kids, from the Deaf community, visited the NRG lab for piloting the fNIRS-based sign language processing and production experiment.

08/03/2026

Today we the incredible ( Fizza Farrukh | Urooj Abid | Jamila Akhter | Tallat Noreen | Mariyem Nadeem | Wadha Saddal | Faiza Shah ) of the Neuroimaging Research Group who are advancing , , and brain research through , , and .

From studying brain signals and processes to in neuroimaging, brain–computer interfaces, and neurorehabilitation, their work contributes to expanding the frontiers of neuroscience research in Pakistan.

On 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧’𝐬 𝐃𝐚𝐲, we and their to , , , and , while continuing to foster an inclusive environment where women in can lead, , and the next generation of .

Noman Naseer | Syed Hammad Nazeer Gilani | Naqash Ahmad | Osama Zulfiqar

31/12/2025

🎉 𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐍𝐑𝐆 𝐀𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐨𝐟 2025! 🎉

As we wrap up an , we are to share the by our at Neuroimaging Research Group, Air University, Islamabad. This year was all about , , and in and . Here’s a of what we :

✅ 24
✅ 20
✅ 10
✅ 9 MS/PhD
✅ 6
✅ 6 Attended
✅ 6
✅ 5
✅ 4
✅ 3
✅ 3
✅ 1

These 𝐧𝐮𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐬 the , , and that drive us every day. A you to who to making 2025 a of
Here’s to an even more 2026! 🚀

Noman Naseer | Syed Hammad Nazeer Gilani | Fizza Farrukh | Jamila Akhter | Engr. Urooj Abid | Naqash Ahmad | Osama Zulfiqar | Tallat Noreen | Maryam Aslam | Maryum Nadeem | Labeeb Ahmad | Rehan Naeem | Ali Mustafa

Society for functional Near-Infrared Spectroscopy | NIRx Medical Technologies - Optical Neuroimaging

31/10/2025

🔔 Just 4 hours remaining to register!
This is your last chance to join the AI for Brain Challenge 2025. Registration closes at midnight (local time) — make sure you act now.
🚀 Why join?
Push the frontiers of brain science and artificial intelligence.
Collaborate, compete, and learn with a community passionate about neuro-tech and AI.
Be part of a globally-visible challenge.
✅ Registration link https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfMZTmUIxMkHEhzkvVzMo3_L6Hi6i106PM62jusrCb5fqzOJw/viewform?usp=header
And those who have registered: Prepare to mark your calendar for the next phases of the challenge.

23/10/2025

Great news! Due to overwhelming interest and multiple requests from participants, the submission deadline for the AI for Brain Challenge has been extended to 28th October!

This extension gives all innovators, researchers, and students more time to refine their ideas, enhance their models, and finalize their submissions. Don’t miss this opportunity!

✅ New Deadline: 28th October 2025
✅ Registration Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfMZTmUIxMkHEhzkvVzMo3_L6Hi6i106PM62jusrCb5fqzOJw/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=101899646234732275449
✅ Theme: fNIRS-Based Motor Activity Classification

We look forward to your groundbreaking contributions that push the boundaries of human–machine synergy!

17/10/2025

Registration is open!
👉 https://lnkd.in/dYpFUGPH
🔗 Hurry — limited slots available!

✨ Why Join?
Get recognized by leading experts in AI & neuroscience
Network with researchers and innovators worldwide
Compete for exciting awards and recognition
Showcase your project on a global platform

15/10/2025

Launching the AI for Brain Challenge 2025 — a unique interdisciplinary competition that bridges neuroscience, artificial intelligence, and mental health innovation. This year’s challenge invites students, researchers, and tech enthusiasts to design and present AI-powered solutions that advance neurotechnological applications.

🌟 Theme
fNIRS-Based Motor Activity Classification

💡 Who Can Participate?
Open for all. Creativity, collaboration, and curiosity are key!

🧩 Challenge Structure
The dataset will be partitioned into two sets: training and testing. For testing, new, unseen data will be utilized. The objective is to classify sample data into one of two categories: (1) Activity and (2) Rest. Data will be accessible to registered teams only.
Participants have the freedom to employ their classification, validation and evaluation techniques.

🏆 Awards & Recognition
Top 3 winning teams will receive huge cash prizes and accredited certificates!

🗓️ Important Dates
Registration Link: https://forms.gle/ov2kehQYUeTzmYJY9
Registration Deadline: 22 Oct 2025

🔗 For more information, contact us!

10/10/2025

Your brain is your greatest resource - nurture it, rest it, fuel it.

Today, NRG encourages you to take a moment to recharge your mind and prioritize your well-being.

Happy World Mental Health Day!

09/10/2025

Are you ready to bridge the gap between the human brain and artificial intelligence?

The AI for Brain Challenge 2025 (ABC’25) is coming soon!

Think. Design. Train. Discover.

Join the ultimate innovation challenge where neuroscience meets machine learning.

Stay tuned for official details, registration dates, and prize details on this space!

22/09/2025

We are pleased to share that Neuroimaging Research Group, Air University, Islamabad successfully conducted a Pre-Conference Workshop today on Neuroimaging Research and Functional Near-Infrared Spectroscopy (fNIRS). This session was conducted as a part of the prestigious 11th Annual Neuroscience Conference, held at the Atta-ur-Rahman School of Applied Biosciences (ASAB), NUST.

The session brought together enthusiastic participants from varied disciplines who engaged in insightful discussions, hands-on learning, and collaborative exploration of the neuroimaging methodology.

A big thank you to the organizers P A S B A N - Pakistan Society of Basic & Applied Neuroscience, ASAB NUST, IBRO (International Brain Research Organization), and the participants for making this workshop a success!

Address

Department Of Mechatronics Engineering, Air University, E9
Islamabad

Website

https://neurorobotics.pk/

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Neuroimaging Research Group posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The School

Send a message to Neuroimaging Research Group: