Institute of Environmental Studies, University of Karachi

Pakistan Zindabad

Eid Mubarak

𝐀𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬!

In order to pay respect on the Shahadat of Imam Ali Khamenei and Shahadat of more than 200 innocent Man, Women and children in an attack on the brotherly country of Iran, all classes are suspended on March 02, 2026.

All examinations scheduled for March 02, 2026 are also cancelled and later dates will be announced.

Prof. Dr. Imran Ahmad Siddiqui
Registrar

Dr. Farrakh Nawaz, Director, Institute of Environmental Studies, University of Karachi, welcomes the holy month of Ramzan. May it bring reflection, gratitude, and a renewed commitment to protecting our environment.

Dr. Waqar Ahmed, Secretary Landscaping & Gardening Council and Assistant Professor at the Institute of Environmental Studies, University of Karachi, actively led fire-fighting efforts after a fire incident was reported near the university premises. Emergency response teams promptly reached the site and worked efficiently to bring the situation under control, ensuring safety and minimizing risk.
Appreciation to Rescue 1122, Karachi Metropolitan Corporation, and Gulshan-e-Iqbal Town for their swift activation and coordinated response in extinguishing the fire. Their rapid mobilization, professionalism, and commitment to public safety reflect true institutional responsibility and operational excellence.

Advancing Industrial Intelligence at the University of Karachi
The University of Karachi continues to champion innovation and interdisciplinary excellence. Under the dynamic leadership of Dr. Shagufta, Chairperson of the Department of Chemical Engineering, a high-impact seminar on “Application of AI in Chemical Process Industries” was successfully organized, bringing together academia, researchers, and industry professionals to explore the evolving role of Artificial Intelligence in modern industrial systems.
The session was graced by Chief Guest Dr. Khalid Iraqi, Vice Chancellor of the University, who emphasized the strategic importance of technological innovation, collaborative research, and industry-academia synergy in strengthening Pakistan’s industrial and academic ecosystem.
Dr. Muhammad Farrakh Nawaz, Director of the Institute of Environmental Studies, actively participated and shared forward-looking insights on how AI-driven analytics can optimize chemical processes, enhance operational efficiency, and promote environmentally responsible industrial development through data-centric decision-making.
This seminar reflects the University’s commitment to shaping future-ready engineers and fostering sustainable industrial transformation through intelligent technologies.

Successful Agro Food Conference organized at the University of Karachi, bringing together academia, policymakers, and agricultural stakeholders to promote sustainable agro-food systems, research collaboration, and innovation for a resilient and food-secure future. 🌱🌍

𝗔𝗴𝗿𝗼 𝗙𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 – 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗞𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗶

The Institute of Environmental Studies (IES), University of Karachi, successfully organized a One-Day Agrofood Peace Conference at the KU Chinese Teachers Memorial Auditorium. The conference was held in collaboration with the Sindh Abadgar Forum (SAF), the Department of Agriculture & Agribusiness Management, the Department of Botany, the Department of Food Science & Technology, and the Dr. A.Q. Khan Institute of Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering.

This impactful gathering brought together academia, industry experts, policymakers, and key agricultural stakeholders to promote sustainable agrofood systems, strengthen research collaboration, and advance peace-driven development through food security and environmental stewardship. 🌱🌍 The initiative reflects the University of Karachi’s commitment to building resilient food systems and fostering strategic partnerships for a sustainable and prosperous future.

The conference was graced by the presence of Chief Guest Mr. Ismail Raho, Minister for Universities & Boards, Government of Sindh, along with Mr. Nasir Hussain Shah, Senior Minister, Government of Sindh. Vice Chancellor University of Karachi, Prof. Dr. Khalid Mahmood Iraqi, and Mr. Fazal Asad, Chairman Sindh Abadgar Forum, also addressed the participants, emphasizing the importance of collaboration between academia and the agriculture sector for food security and economic growth.

Dr. Muhammad Farrakh Nawaz, Director Institute of Environmental Studies, University of Karachi, served as the backbone and Focal Person of the conference, playing a key role in organizing and leading this important initiative. The conference was also honored by the presence and support of Prof. Dr. Bilquees Gul, Dean Faculty of Science, University of Karachi, and Dr. Waqar Ahmed, Assistant Professor, Institute of Environmental Studies, University of Karachi, whose contributions strengthened the academic and environmental perspective of the event.

The conference highlighted the importance of research-driven agriculture, environmental sustainability, and collaborative efforts to build a resilient agro-food future.