PSF News 26-10-2026

PAKISTAN SCIENCE FOUNDATION AND UNIVERSITY OF PESHAWAR SIGN MOU TO STRENGTHEN COLLABORATION IN EARTH SCIENCES

[Islamabad/Peshawar, 26 October 2026 ] - The Earth Sciences Division (ESD), Pakistan Museum of Natural History (PMNH), Pakistan Science Foundation (PSF) and the Department of Geology, University of Peshawar, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to promote academic, scientific and research collaboration in the field of Earth Sciences.

The MoU was signed on 26 October 2026, establishing a framework for mutual cooperation between the two

institutions in research and development, joint scientific projects, seminars, workshops, internships and knowledge sharing. The collaboration aims to strengthen institutional linkages, encourage the exchange of scientific expertise and provide enhanced research and professional development opportunities for students, researchers and faculty members.

The signing ceremony was attended by the Honorable Chairman, Pakistan Science Foundation, Prof. Dr. Muhammad Akmal along with Mr. Aamir Yaseen, In-charge, Earth Sciences Division, PMNH and Mr. Tassawar Hayat, Research Associate, ESD, PMNH.

Representing the University of Peshawar, the ceremony was attended by Meritorious Prof. Dr. Johar Ali, Vice Chancellor, University of Peshawar; Engr. Athar Hussain Bangash, Director, Planning and Development (P&D); Ms. Huma Muneer, Manager Research, Office of Research, Innovation and Commercialization (ORIC); and Prof. Dr. Sanaullah Khan, Focal Person, Institute of Health Sciences, University of Peshawar.

The partnership will facilitate the development of collaborative research initiatives, joint academic and scientific activities, internship placements and seminars to promote interaction between researchers and students. It will also provide a platform for sharing scientific resources, research expertise and institutional capabilities to address emerging challenges and advance knowledge in Earth Sciences. The initiative reflects the commitment of the Pakistan Science Foundation, Pakistan Museum of Natural History and the University of Peshawar to strengthening scientific cooperation, promoting research driven education and building effective partnerships between research institutions and universities.