upcomming events

Theme: Sustainable Water Management in a Changing Climate
Dates: 25–26 November 2026
Venue: OIC-COMSTECH Secretariat, 33 Constitution Avenue, G-5/2, Islamabad, Pakistan

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OIC-COMSTECH, in collaboration with Riphah International Institute of Public Policy (RIPP-Riphah), Istanbul Aydin University (Türkiye), Tashkent State Transport University (Uzbekistan) including other partners, like; University of Haripur, University of Baltistan, USPCAS-W, NUML, Institute of Research Promotion (IRP), TesPak, PCRWR, and BRC Iraq, is organizing the 3rd International Climate Change and Water Conference (ICCW 2026) and the 10th Series of International Water Conference (IWC 2026).

The conference aims to bring together researchers, academicians, policymakers, practitioners, and development partners to exchange cutting-edge research findings, policy perspectives, and practical solutions for sustainable water management in the face of climate change.

Conference Sub-Themes

• Climate-Smart Water and Agriculture Practices/Systems
• Technology and Innovation for Climate and Water Challenges
• Awareness, Policy and Governance in Climate Adaptation

Important Dates

• Abstract Submission Deadline: 30^th July 2026
• Acceptance Notification: 15^th August 2026
• Full-Length Paper Submission: 30^th October 2026

Researchers, scholars, students, academicians, and practitioners are encouraged to submit their abstracts and full papers within the stipulated deadlines.

Registration Link: Click Here

Note: To submit an abstract, interested candidates must first request access to the submission form. Access will be granted upon approval, after which the abstract can be submitted.

Please submit the abstract/full paper on the following

Link: Click Here

Flyer is also attached for the ready reference. For updates and further information, please visit: https://iwc.riphah.edu.pk/

Your cooperation in promoting this important international academic initiative will be highly appreciated.

Date: 5th – 9th October, 2026
Registration Deadline – 1^st September 2026

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Introduction:
As the global demand for clean and sustainable energy continues to rise, solar power has emerged as one of the most effective solutions for addressing energy shortages, reducing carbon emissions, and supporting economic development. Distributed power generation, in particular, offers an innovative approach by enabling energy production closer to the point of use, increasing efficiency, reliability, and accessibility.

Realizing the importance, OIC-COMSTECH, under the COMSTECH Forum on Environment and Ecosystem Restoration (CFEER) has launched the Training Program on Youth Skill Development on Solar Power Solutions for Distributed Power Generation. The program is designed to empower young professionals, students, researchers, and technical practitioners with practical knowledge and hands-on skills in modern solar energy systems.

The training will bring together distinguished experts, industry leaders, and international speakers who will share their knowledge and experiences in renewable energy technologies. Participants will gain valuable insights into the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities in the solar energy sector.

Objectives

The program aims to equip youth with practical skills and knowledge in solar energy, with a focus on distributed power generation.

• To enhance awareness of safe, efficient, and cost-effective solar technologies
• To develop hands-on technical skills in solar system installation, operation, and maintenance.
• To gain practical skills in implementing basic solar power systems for distributed energy generation.
• To supporting youth in gaining knowledge and generating opportunities in the solar energy sector.
• To promote the use of renewable, and sustainable energy solutions for environmentally friendly power generation.

Expected Outcomes

• Participants will develop practical skills in the installation, operation, and maintenance of solar power systems.
• Participants will gain a better understanding of distributed solar energy solutions, including rooftop, off-grid, and mini-grid systems.
• The training will encourage the development of youth-led solar technical service providers.
• Communities will strengthen their local technical capacity to manage and maintain solar energy systems effectively.

Targeted Audience

• Engineering students (Electrical, Mechanical, Renewable Energy, Mechatronics)
• Technical and vocational training institute trainees (TVET participants)
• Early-career technicians and electricians
• Young graduates seeking employment in energy and power sectors
• Entrepreneurs interested in solar energy businesses
• Rural youth engaged in off-grid or micro-grid energy solutions
• NGO field workers involved in energy access and rural development projects
• Government technical staff working in energy, power, and rural electrification programs

Duration & Thematic Areas

Duration: 5 days

Key Thematic Areas Program:

Day-1 : Awareness of Renewable Energy 

Day-2:  Solar Energy Installation

Day-3: Design of Solar model and other.

Day-4: Solar Installation and Troubleshooting

Day-5: Hands on training and Field visit

Requirement of Education:

• Diploma in Electrical Engineering
• BS in Electrical and Electronic Engineering
• BS in Mechanical Engineering
• Renewable Energy Engineering
• Mechatronics Engineering
• Professionals, and innovators interested in emerging technologies.
• Related fields.

Registration Process:

For Participation, please register at:

For Physical Participation (Islamabad/Rawalpindi): Click Here

For Virtual Participation:  Click Here

Registration Deadline – 1^st September 2026

Contact details:

For any queries, please feel free to contact:

Mr. Md. Rakibul Hasan
Junior Program Manager
OIC – COMSTECH Secretariat     
Email: rakib@comstech.org

Jointly organized by the Halal Institute, Prince of Songkla University, and the OIC Ministerial Standing Committee on Scientific and Technological Cooperation (OIC-COMSTECH).

Date: 30 July – 2 August 2026
Venue: ICC Hall Hatyai, Songkhla, Thailand

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Introduction

The global Halal industry has evolved far beyond traditional dietary boundaries, transitioning into a holistic, multi-billion-dollar ecosystem that encompasses wellness, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and advanced services. The 15th World HAPEX Thailand 2026 (World Halal Products Exhibition) stands as a premier international platform designed to catalyze growth, harmonize standards, and showcase cutting-edge innovations within the sector.

For OIC Member and Observer states, this event represents a crucial strategic avenue for capacity building, intra-OIC trade expansion, and scientific exchange. Southeast Asia, with Thailand as a major regional hub, offers mature frameworks in Halal food science, standardization, and export logistics.

Recognizing the immense importance, OIC-COMSTECH has partnered with the Prince of Songkla University (PSU) to co-organize this landmark event. Through this strategic collaboration, both institutions aim to actively engage leading scientists, researchers, and policy experts from across OIC member and observer states, providing them a premier platform to contribute to the international conference, share technical expertise, and drive institutional partnerships forward.

Objectives

• Promote Science and Innovation: Showcase cutting-edge research, technology, and compliance strategies driving the modern Halal market, with a strong focus on wellness and sustainability.
• Foster Regional & International Collaborations: Strengthen institutional, academic, and economic ties between Thailand and OIC member states to scale up the global Halal ecosystem.
• Facilitate Market Access: Provide a dynamic marketplace for small, medium, and large enterprises to showcase certified Halal products to an international audience.
• Enhance Capacity Building: Offer expert-led conference to bridge the gap between traditional Islamic jurisprudence and modern scientific innovations.

Program Components:

The event features a multi-faceted program designed to foster academic rigor and B2B commercial synergy:

• International Conference: Scientific and academic deliberations on modern Halal standards, verification techniques, and biotechnological compliance.
• Global Halal Forum: High-level strategic discussions regarding market trends, economic policies, and trade facilitation.
• Halal Products Exhibition: A massive commercial showcase featuring certified Halal foods, modern cosmetics, organic wellness products, and logistics solutions.
• Business Matching: Dedicated B2B networking sessions designed to secure investment, trade partnerships, and institutional supply agreements.
• Seminars & Talks: Capacity-building workshops addressing certifications, digital supply chain tracking, and global consumer behavior.
• Demonstrations & Competitions: Interactive showcases, culinary arts, and innovative product competitions emphasizing Halal wellness.

Potential Participants

• Policymakers, government officials, and diplomatic delegations from OIC member states, observer nations, and ASEAN countries.
• Researchers, scientists, academics, and food technologists focusing on Halal compliance and bio-sciences.
• Halal certification bodies, and legal framework experts.
• Entrepreneurs, manufacturers, distributors, and exporters within the Halal food, cosmetic, pharmaceutical, and tourism sectors.
• Postgraduate students, trainees, and innovators in the field of food sciences and wellness.

Registration:

For registration, please apply via the link: Click Here
For any queries please contact events@comstech.org

A Collaboration between OIC Standing Committee on Scientific and Technological Cooperation (OIC-COMSTECH) and Universiti Putra Malaysia, under the COMSTECH Distinguished Scholars Program

Date: 13-17 July, 2026
Venue: Faculty of Design and Architecture, Universiti Putra Malaysia, Malaysia

Instructor:
Professor Ts. Dr. Rahinah Ibrahim, FTWAS, FASc, FIVMM
COMSTECH Distinguished Scholar
Faculty of Design and Architecture, Universiti Putra Malaysia,
43400 UPM Serdang, Selangor, MALAYSIA
Email: rahinah@upm.edu.my

About the EAGLE Program:
EAGLE stands for Excellence Accelerator for Grounded Learning Environment. It is a structured academic support framework designed to help postgraduate students complete their research. By understanding their cultural and language behaviors, PhD students can be more efficient and independent to manage their PhD journey.
The EAGLE techniques and tools were developed from the founder’s first-hand experience overcoming significant challenges during her PhD at Stanford University, combined with over two decades of supervising as well as teaching research methodology at Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM). These techniques have been successfully applied to numerous postgraduate students, including supervised graduates and external postgraduate researchers.
Unlike conventional approaches that are method-centric or language-focused, EAGLE adopts a theory-centric and content-driven approach. It prioritizes strong theoretical grounding and
logical argumentation before technical writing or methodological detail.

Through EAGLE, participants learn to:

• Identify missing or weak components in their thesis;
• How to relate theory to develop research methodology;
• How to link data to theory;
• How to align results with theory;
• Reduce writing time through content restructuring;
• Identify whether thesis has potential to create intellectual property (IP) asset; and
• Develop confidence as independent scholarly researchers

Overall, the EAGLE framework accelerates postgraduate progress by strengthening critical thinking, clarifying structural impacts, and improving academic independence—key factors for timely and high-quality research completion.

About the Lead Trainer:
Professor Dr. Rahinah Ibrahim is an entrepreneurial design scientist who strives working with transdisciplinary peers especially when Arts and Humanities merge with S&T to produce an invention appropriate to serve vulnerable communities. Trained by Stanford Research Institute and Oxford University Innovations in innovations and entrepreneurship and permitted to become Co-Founder of Grounded Learning (M) Sdn. Bhd. —a startup company under UPM’s Innohub—to commercialize the EAGLE Program. Prof. Rahinah
believes that having innovation and entrepreneurship knowledge during R&D phase would improve an invention’s market acceptance later. Moreover, applying proven R&D outputs in classrooms would allow students to jump start their life-long learning before a product even hits the market. She is a strong advocate for Social Sciences and Arts & Humanities to make STEAM impacts to the world. She has graduated 33 Master/PhD students and is Principal Inventor for 23 intellectual properties (IP).

Program Synopsis:
The PhD Finishing Program is an intensive, structured academic workshop designed to enable PhD candidates to consolidate, rescue, and reinforce their research work from Chapter 1 through to Chapter 6 of their thesis.
The program focuses on diagnosing weaknesses in participants’ existing research progress and systematically rebuilding a strong, defensible research foundation. Through guided lectures, applied in-class work, participants are led through a process of alignment between research questions, theoretical framing, methodology, and data.
This program is especially designed for candidates who have already started their PhD but are experiencing difficulty in progressing, maintaining coherence, or completing their thesis within the expected timeframe.

By the end of the program, participants will produce:

• A working thesis draft covering Chapter 1 to Chapter 5 or 6, depending on their current research stage
• A clear research overview of their thesis
• An improved thesis structure ready for supervisor review
• A revised and defensible thesis

Objectives:

• Diagnose and evaluate each participant’s current PhD research progress
• Identify conceptual, theoretical, and methodological gaps in the thesis
• Reinforce the coherence between research questions, theory, and methods
• Guide participants in restructuring and strengthening their thesis chapters
• Enable participants to produce a working thesis draft by the end of the program depending on their current PhD progress

Program Format s Schedule:
Mode: Physical, face-to-face, participants remain on-site
Duration: 5 days (9am-5pm)
Schedule: Click here to download

Target Participants:

• This program is designed for:
• PhD candidates who have already started their PhD
• Candidates who have begun proposal writing, data collection, or analysis
• Candidates who are stucked, delayed, or uncertain about the quality and coherence of their thesis
  
  Prerequisite:
• PhD candidates who have already started their PhD studies.
• Have at least a draft research proposal, or draft chapters, or data collected, or ongoing thesis work.
• From an OIC Member State currently residing in Malaysia.

Registration:
For registration, please fill out the following form along with required documents: https://form.jotform.com/261059258880465
Note:
Please note that this a physical on-site training, for limited candidates from OIC Member States currently resident in Malaysia. The selected candidates will have to cover their own travel and accommodation (if from outside the city).
This program is especially designed for candidates who have already started their PhD but are experiencing difficulty in progressing, maintaining coherence, or completing their thesis within the expected timeframe.

Queries
For any queries, please contact at: haseeb.ahmad@comstech.org