SUPARCO launches research lab to promote space technology in
Pakistan
The Pakistan Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO) has
taken a groundbreaking step to bolster the country’s space technology and research
capabilities with the inauguration of the RESOLVE R&D Lab at the National Center for Remote
Sensing and Geo-Informatics (NCRG) in Karachi.
The ceremony was graced by Prof.
Dr. Tariq Rafi, Chairman of the Sindh Higher Education
Commission (HEC), as the chief guest, marking a pivotal moment in Pakistan's
journey towards achieving technological self-reliance in the space sector.
A Platform for Collaborative
Innovation
The RESOLVE (REsearch SOLutions and
VEntures) initiative aims to bridge academia and industry by
establishing advanced research labs in North, Central, and South Pakistan.
These labs will act as hubs for innovation, equipped with high-performance
computing resources and an environment designed to tackle real-world
technological challenges.
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Key Objectives and Focus
Areas
RESOLVE is dedicated to fostering collaboration between academic
institutions and the industrial sector by outsourcing space-oriented research
and development (R&D) projects. The initiative seeks to:
- Promote Research Culture: Encourage academia
to engage in hands-on, impactful projects guided by experienced faculty.
- Support National Goals: Align outcomes with
Pakistan’s socio-economic and strategic objectives in the global space
arena.
- Focus Areas: RESOLVE will concentrate on advanced
domains such as space avionics, artificial intelligence, algorithms
development, image processing, robotics, software-defined systems,
materials science, composite structures, and aerodynamics.
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Building Knowledge and
Expanding Outreach
SUPARCO plans to organize lectures, seminars, and workshops on cutting-edge
space technologies across universities nationwide. To formalize collaboration, Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs)
with multiple universities are underway, fostering knowledge-sharing and nationwide
technological growth.
A Strategic Milestone
This initiative positions Pakistan to play a significant role in the global
space sector by nurturing a strong R&D culture, driving innovation, and
creating a platform for future technological advancements.
The RESOLVE R&D Lab underscores SUPARCO’s commitment to leveraging space
technology for Pakistan's socio-economic and strategic progress, paving the way
for a brighter, technologically advanced future.
Source: APP