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Introduction

As technological advancement accelerates and industries increasingly adopt high-tech and knowledge-driven models, universities are emerging as critical engines of innovation, research, and commercialization. The University of Engineering and Technology (UET) Mardan, being a relatively young but dynamic institution, is strategically positioned to play a central role in fostering innovation, entrepreneurship, and industrydriven research in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa region and beyond.

Vision

To establish ORIC at UET Mardan as a leading research and innovation hub that translates academic excellence into practical solutions advancing regional development, industrial competitiveness, and knowledge-based economic transformation.

Mission

To empower UET Mardan to become a catalyst for high impact applied research, innovation, and commercialization, by nurturing disruptive technologies and entrepreneurial talents that drive socioeconomic growth in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and beyond.

Objectives

  • Enhance the quality and quantity of research at UET Mardan, focusing on solutions to real world challenges.
  • Transform university research and ideas into market-ready products, processes, and services that support industry growth.
  • Build strong collaborations with local and national industries through MoUs, joint ventures, and technology transfer initiatives.
  • Cultivate an entrepreneurial culture among students and faculty, enabling them to become job creators rather than job seekers.
  • Provide training, mentoring, and opportunities that empower students, researchers, and faculty to lead in innovation, research, and enterprise

 

Policies

  1. Best Researcher Award-UET Mardan
  2. Intellectual Property Rights Policy 2026
  3. ORIC Policy 2026
  4. ORIC 5 Years Strategic Plan 2026-30

 

Team Members

QEC team consist of the following members:

S.No

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Name

Designation

1.

 Prof. Dr. Imran Khan

Prof. Dr. Imran Khan, Pro-Vice Chancellor, UET Mardan

Oric Head

2.

 Mr. Muhammad Haseeb

Mr. Muhammad Haseeb

Manager Research Management

3.

 Mr. Farhan Khan

Mr. Farhan Khan

Manager Innovation & Commercialization

4.

 Mr. Babar Siddique

Mr. Babar Siddique

Manager ORIC

5.

 Ms Amna Sarfaraz

Ms Amna Sarfaraz

Coordinator ORIC