Preston University Karachi

Phone No

021-36406667

Email

info@prestonkhi.edu.pk

Our Vision

The vision statement of ORIC is to provide opportunities for undergraduates, graduates, and research scholars to participate in real-world research work.

Our Mission

ORIC’s mission statement is to groom undergraduate, graduate and research scholars by nurturing hands-on expertise, professional research-oriented skills & abilities through continuous interaction with alumni, corporate gurus and world famous eminent scholars.

Concept of Oric

The term ORIC means Office of Research Innovation and Commercialization. Its establishment is mandatory in all Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) to make research a top priority for a sustainable economic growth and future knowledge economy. Therefore, it is a pivotal point, encompassing all the research activities – from development of research proposal to the commercialization of research products – under a single umbrella. The ORIC is also responsible for assuring that the quality of research reflects the highest international standards and advances the stature of the university internationally.

Background Of Oric​

The term ORIC means Office of Research Innovation and Commercialization. Its establishment is mandatory in all Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) to make research a top priority for a sustainable economic growth and future knowledge economy. Therefore, it is a pivotal point, encompassing all the research activities – from development of research proposal to the commercialization of research products – under a single umbrella. The ORIC is also responsible for assuring that the quality of research reflects the highest international standards and advances the stature of the university internationally.

HEC-Oric Composition​

  • Director
  • Co-Ordinator Industrial Liaison
  • Manager Research & Development
  • Manager University-Industrial Linkage & Technical Transfer
  • Administrative Assistant
  • Research Associate

Future Projects​

  • Organize a two (02) days “International Conference” exclusively for Directors/ Deputy Directors/ Departments of ORIC.
  • Organize a Trade-fairs & Exhibition in Expo Center for three (03) days.
  • Organize a National Startups Competition for Universities.
  • Initiate a U-Tube Broadcasting Channel (LIVEPOD-CAST)
  • Develop a Virtual Incubation Center (National Business Center for Entrepreneurs)
  • Establish a Prosthetic Innovation Laboratory. (The lab. Will registered and offer Technology Transfer Certification to stakeholders after completion of comprehensive training.

Academic Linkage​

Promote University-Industry Joint Ventures on different commercial projects through Memorandum of understandings (MOUs) and Memorandum of Implementations (MOIs)

Capacites Building Programs​

Encourage faculty members to engage in cutting-edge research by providing them with resources, incentives, and opportunities for professional development through different training programs.

Community Outrage​

Industry outreach and relationship building. Public awareness campaigns. Educational programs on innovation and entrepreneurship.

Conferences / Workshops / Seminars​

Organize seminars, workshops and training programs for entrepreneurs. Focus on organizing international/ national conferences.

Incubation Programs​

Innovation workshops and training programs.  Seed funding and venture capital support. Mentorship and coaching for entrepreneurs.

Industrial Collaborations & Partnerships​

Foster collaborations between academia, industry, and government agencies to facilitate knowledge exchange, joint research projects, and funding opportunities.

Internship​

Support, guide and facilitate the Final Year Students in getting opportunity to avail internship programs in SMEs, FMCGs, MNCs, NGOs, NPOs, Commercial Organizations and Firms.

Intellectual Property Rights Protection​

Create awareness and mechanisms for protecting intellectual property rights, encouraging researchers to patent their innovations and ideas.

Joint Ventures​

Highlights local, national and international joint ventures for the prosperity of the society.

Oric Newsletter​

Publish monthly news letters to establish link among academia, industry and community.

Public-Private Partnership​

Encourage partnerships with private sector entities for joint research projects, internships, and industry-sponsored programs.

Research Journal​

Initiate peer review research journal (ISSN) with impact factor for researchers, scholars and professionals.  

Research & Development​

Initiate research and development projects and promote R&D in industries.

Student Startup Business Centre​

Facilitates students especially Final Year Students in their businesses development through startups programs with the support of industry on equity basis.  

Trainings & Development​

Provide full-fledged training programs to the workforce of the country to strengthen skills in labour force.

Live Podcast​

Start live post cast broadcast for Offices of Research innovation & Commercialization (ORIC). That will connect the ORIC offices nationwide.

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