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ISLAMABAD, Dec 01 (APP):The Federal Urdu University of Arts, Sciences and Technology (FUUAST) Islamabad, in collaboration with the Association for Biorisk Management (ABM), on Monday organised a workshop titled “Biosecurity, Biorisk Management and Professional Responsibility in Partnership” aimed at enhancing research capacity in modern biosciences.
On the occasion, FUUAST and ABM signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) under which ABM will offer scholarships to students and support research and academic initiatives related to biological safety.
The workshop was chaired by Vice Chancellor Dr Zabta Khan Shinwari and attended by ABM CEO Dr Asghar Ali, Board Member Dr Javed Khan, faculty members, heads of departments and students.
In his address, Dr Shinwari said biosecurity has emerged as a major global concern and underscored the need for universities to stay updated on evolving biological threats.
He added that the university, through its Office of Research, Innovation and Commercialization (ORIC), is actively working to strengthen research in modern biosciences.
He noted that as professionals and also as Muslims, it is important to fulfill responsibilities with integrity and stay aware of global developments, including biological risks.
Dr Javed Khan praised the leadership and vision of the Vice Chancellor and urged students to build expertise in modern scientific disciplines.
ABM CEO Dr. Asghar Ali highlighted the organisation’s collaborations with several universities across Pakistan on biosecurity research and capacity-building initiatives.
The event concluded with an interactive session in which guest speakers responded to students’ questions. Faculty members expressed appreciation to the Vice Chancellor for organising a comprehensive workshop on this emerging area of study.