Represented Hamdard University at the First Pakistan Hospitality Show 2019

03-05 December 2019

A unique event of its kind with representation from three major sectors that are also important for the national economic growth. Includes food industry, hotels, and transportation. Well organized, nicely progressed and hope to get better and better in coming years.

Visit of Bahria Town International Hospital Karachi

Tuesday 17 December 2019

Many thanks to Hamdard University Industrial Relation Department for coordination and Engr. Fahad Suleman, Manager, Biomedical Engineering, Bahria Town International Hospital, Karachi for facilitation during visit of HU students enrolled in BE (BME) program of studies.

Visit of PCSIR Laboratories Complex, Karachi

Friday 13 December 2019

Hamdard University Department of Biomedical Engineering (HU BME) faculty members visited Pakistan Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (PCSIR) Laboratories Complex, Karachi on Friday 13 December 2019. The visit was organized by the Industrial Relations Department of Faculty of Engineering Sciences and Technology, Hamdard University. The faculty members included Dr. Tariq Javid, Associate Professor & Chairman, Engr. Muhammad Faris, Assistant Professor, Engr. Tayyab Ahmed Ansari, Assistant Professor, and Engr. Ramsha Fatima, Lecturer. Dr. Uzma Rashid, Senior Scientific Officer and Chairperson Protocol welcomed the faculty members along with Dr. Omer Mukhtar Tarar, Technical Member, Certification Incentive Programme (CIP) for SMEs and Dr. Samee Haider, Senior Scientific Officer from Food Technology and Nutrition Section. After a short introduction from both sides, a brief discussion session was held in Dr. Omer’s office. The main points included: a brief on PCSIR Laboratories Complex setup across Pakistan and various services offered to scientific and industrial organizations. The PCSIR Laboratories Complex, Karachi is a multidisciplinary research complex having expertise in the disciplines of Marine and Food Sciences, Environment, Bio-Sciences, Pharmaceuticals, Applied Chemistry and Physics, Instrumentation, Material Science and Computers.  Besides carrying out Research and Development work in particular disciplines, it also provides analytical and technical services as well as academic supervisory services. In the present scenario of ISO and WTO, PCSIR Laboratories Complex Karachi is contributing by providing quality testing services accredited under ISO / IEC-17025, to the Pakistani manufacturers, exporters and importers. Later, HU BME faculty visited many state-of-the-art laboratories at the PCSIR Laboratories Complex, Karachi to witness excellent services in the form of various expensive testes underway on submitted samples from industry. This followed by a detailed discussion session on Hamdard University faculty and student visits, internships, and curriculum for Bachelor of Science in Food Science and Technology. The PCSIR officers assured their support, assistance and guidance in all related aspects. Surprisingly, during the discussion session; a sample from Hamdard Laboratories was received by Food Technology and Nutrition Section for analysis. 

Visit Department of Food Science and Technology, Karachi University

Friday 13 December 2019

Hamdard University Department of Biomedical Engineering (HU BME) faculty members visited the Department of Food Science and Technology, University of Karachi (UoK FST) on Friday 13 December 2019. The HU BME faculty included Dr. Tariq Javid, Associate Professor & Chairman and Engr. Tayyab Ahmed Ansari, Assistant Professor. Dr. Rahman Siddiqi, Assistant Professor UoK FST welcomed the HU BME faculty. After a brief introduction, a detailed session was held at Dr. Rahman’s office. The discussion topics included curriculum design for the Bachelor of Science in Food Science and Technology program, laboratories, and library. Later on, the HU BME faculty visited the library of the UoK FST department. Dr. Rahman assured his support, assistance, and guidance on all related academic activities. He also anticipated future collaborative research and development work in areas of mutual interest.

International Digital Conference and Exhibition 2019 at Karachi Expo

28 November 2019

Few photos from the event ... Thanks to HU ORIC office for nominating and facilitation.

Prof. Hiroji Kataoka Visited Hamdard University

04 December 2019

Prof. Hiroji Kataoka visited Hamdard University and described his passion about Urdu Adab over the years ... and his life experience and expectations. A nice and wonderful experience.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hiroji_Kataoka

Visit of AKU CIME 2019

05 December 2019 :: Hamdard University

Industrial Visit of Biomedical Engineering Students
Centre of Innovation in Medical Education, Aga Khan University Hospital

Hamdard University Department of Biomedical Engineering (HU BME) students of batches 2017 and 2018 visited Centre of Innovation for Medical Education, Aga Khan University Hospital (AKU CIME) on Thursday 05 December 2019. The industrial visit was organized by the Industrial Relations Department (IRD), Faculty of Engineering Sciences & Technology, Hamdard University, Karachi, Main Campus. The students were accompanied by Engr. Dr. Tariq Javid, Associate Professor & Chairman, HU BME, Engr. Osama Malik, Lecturer, HU BME, and Mr. Salman Shah, Assistant Professor, Department of Computing. Dr. Perwez Hashmi, Advisor Administration, AKU CIME welcomed the academia group. Dr. Hashmi presented an overview, purpose of AKU CIME, simulation and modeling facilities, problem-based learning environment, and other features of a unique setup of its own in Pakistan. The session included interaction in the form of questions and answers. He appreciated the knowledge demonstrated by HU BME students and preparation for the industry visit. Furthermore, he guided students to gain the knowledge of best institutions around the globe and their recent work. He also emphasized the need to develop industry linkages and consistent efforts for adoption of new learning techniques. He offered AKU CIME services for promotion of health education in professions related to medical services. The tour of facilities were well coordinated and supported by Mr. Ghulam Nabi, Marketing and Communications Analyst, Mr. Saleem S. Pirani, Technical Specialist, and Mr. Darab Nisar Ahmed, Technical Analyst. HU BME student were very excited and happy with the industrial visit as they are now ready for their final year projects, many of which are linked directly to the advanced instrumentations well explained by AKU CIME experts. Mr. Ghulam Nabi told contribution of AKU CIME in promotion of healthcare education, learning, teaching, and research. He also presented a brief on future aspects of the marvelous setup. The tour was ended with a light lunch at the AKU CIME cafeteria. The academia group then started their journey back to the Hamdard University.