FAISALABAD, Jul 07 (APP):University of Agriculture Faisalabad (UAF) Vice Chancellor (VC) Prof. Dr. Zulfiqar Ali has called upon PhD scholars to focus on innovation, tangible research outcomes, and securing research funding as these are imperative to address agricultural and socioeconomic challenges of the country. He was addressing an interactive session with PhD scholars organized by the Directorate of Graduate Studies at New Senate Hall on Tuesday. Director Graduate Studies Dr …
Innovation imperative to address agri, socioeconomic challenges: VC Zulfiqar
FAISALABAD, Jul 07 (APP):University of Agriculture Faisalabad (UAF) Vice Chancellor (VC) Prof. Dr. Zulfiqar Ali has called upon PhD scholars to focus on innovation, tangible research outcomes, and securing research funding as these are imperative to address agricultural and socioeconomic challenges of the country.
He was addressing an interactive session with PhD scholars organized by the Directorate of Graduate Studies at New Senate Hall on Tuesday. Director Graduate Studies Dr Khalid Bashir presented the agenda of the meeting.
Prof. Dr. Zulfiqar Ali urged them to go beyond academic publications and translate into practical solutions for farmers, industries, and policymakers.
He said that innovation-driven and problem-oriented research is essential for ensuring food security, climate resilience, sustainable agriculture, and economic development.
The UAF Vice Chancellor stressed that researchers should actively compete for funded research projects. He said that attracting research grants enable scholars to undertake cutting-edge research with global relevance.
He encouraged PhD scholars to collaborate with industry, research organizations, and international universities to maximize the impact of their work.
Sharing the university’s future vision, Prof. Dr. Zulfiqar Ali said that UAF is mapping out a new Studentship Program for talented postgraduate students that will help them generate income. He urged the scholars to uphold highest standards of research ethics, originality, and academic integrity while developing innovative ideas that contribute to national progress.
He assured the participants that the university administration would continue providing an enabling environment, modern research facilities, and mentorship to help scholars excel in their academic and professional careers.
Director Graduate Studies Dr. Khalid Bashir said that they are taking all possible steps for quality student research mechanisms that will pave a way towards bright future.
