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By Prof. Dr. Abdolreza (Arash) Simchi
Affiliation: Professor, Sharif University of Technology, Tehran, Iran
Email address: arashsimchi@gmail.com
11^th June, 2025 (03:00 PM, Pakistan Standard Time)

Abstract: 

With rapid technological advancement and successive industrial revolutions, environmental challenges have intensified, sparking widespread concern in recent years. In response, sustainable materials have emerged as a focal point in the effort to develop greener technologies and now stand as a foundational pillar of the Industrial 5.0 revolution. In this webinar, I will highlight recent progress in the development of advanced materials for sustainable energy production and environmental protection. The talk will focus on innovative material solutions for hydrogen generation, as well as engineered materials enabling carbon and nitrogen conversion into high-value products for environmental remediation. Additionally, I will discuss progress in renewable energy harvesting and energy storage technologies. The session will conclude with a forward-looking perspective on future trends in materials science that aim to drive the transition toward a more sustainable and resilient world.

Target Audience:

This webinar is open to academicians, scientists, and general public from all the member OIC states and beyond.

Profile of the Speaker:

Dr. Simchi is a nationally recognized Exemplary Professor and Distinguished Researcher in engineering sciences. He is an elected Fellow of the World Academy of Sciences (TWAS-UNESCO) and a recipient of the prestigious Alexander von Humboldt Foundation Award. Dr. Simchi earned his Ph.D. with highest honors from Sharif University of Technology in collaboration with Vienna University of Technology in 2001. He has held visiting professorships at leading institutions worldwide and has received numerous accolades for his academic contributions. His prolific research record includes numerous peer-reviewed journal articles, books, and patents. His research focuses on the design, synthesis, and characterization of advanced sustainable materials for biomedical applications, renewable energy production and storage, and environmental engineering. Beyond his research, Dr. Simchi has significantly contributed to curriculum development in materials science and nanotechnology at both national and international levels. He has held long-term leadership roles as an executive director and expert consultant in the internationalization of higher education. He is also deeply committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) in academia, aligning his efforts with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

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Procedure to join:

Zoom link for participation will be shared selected participants.

Address: COMSTECH Secretariat, 33-Constitution Avenue, G-5/2, Islamabad 
Phone No. : 92 51 9220681-3
Email: Khazima@comstech.org ; comstech@comstech.org

Organized by:

Science, Technology and Innovation Center (STIC), COMSTECH

Workshop Details:

This interactive workshop aims to introduce participants to globally recognized leadership frameworks and their practical application in the healthcare sector. These frameworks will cover essential principles from “The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People™”,” LEADS Global™”,” CanMEDS Framework™”, “GRID Model ™”, “9C’s of Leadership™” and “The Care & Growth Model™” to equip professionals with the mindset and skills required to lead change, improve systems, and build a just and high-performing culture

Learning Objectives:

By the end of this workshop, the participants will:

• Understand foundational principles of effective leadership in healthcare
•  Explore globally recognized leadership models: “The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People™”,” LEADS Global™”, ”CanMEDS Framework™”, “GRID Model ™”, “9C’s of Leadership™” and “The Care & Growth Model™”
•  Reflect on personal leadership styles and areas for development
• Identify strategies to lead teams, manage change, and promote a just culture.

Target Audience:

• Healthcare Leaders and Organizational Heads
• Senior Healthcare Professionals and Faculty Members
• Government Officials

Workshop Outcomes:

• Achieve personal and interpersonal effectiveness.
• Gain control over your life
• Get focused and organized
• Enhance your relationships
• Improve your communication
• Achieve work/life balance

• Poster of Certified Course:  Attached

• Date: 17^th July-2025

• Timing: 12:00 PM (Pakistan Standard Time)

• Procedure to join: In-Person- Online

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  Biography of the resource person:

• Address: COMSTECH Secretariat, 33-Constitution Avenue, G-5/2, Islamabad 
  Phone No. : 92 51 9220681-3
  Email:  ; comstech@comstech.org

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Date: April 15, 2026
Time: 10:00-14:00
Venue: OIC-COMSTECH Secretariat, Islamabad

Introduction

In an era where data is the new “national resource,” the infrastructure that carries and processes this data defines a nation’s independence. “The Infrastructure of Autonomy” seminar explores the critical intersection between ultra-high-speed 5G connectivity and the preservation of digital sovereignty. As emerging technologies like AI and the Internet of Things (IoT) become central to economic growth, this seminar focuses on how nations can build robust, high-performance networks while maintaining full control over their digital borders, data residency, and strategic decision-making.

Importance for OIC Member States

For the OIC community, digital sovereignty is not merely a technical requirement but a pillar of geopolitical and economic autonomy.

• Data Decoupling: Ensuring that the vast amounts of data generated within the OIC are stored and processed locally, preventing “digital dependency” on external platforms.
• Leapfrogging through 5G: Leveraging 5G as a transformative utility to bypass traditional industrial hurdles, enabling smart cities, digital healthcare, and precision agriculture.
• Collective Resilience: Harmonizing standards across member states to create a unified digital bloc that can negotiate more effectively in the global tech landscape.
• Economic Security: Protecting national intellectual property and financial data in an increasingly interconnected global economy.

Target Participants

To ensure a balance between policy, technology, and execution, the seminar is designed for:

• Policymakers & Regulators: Officials from Ministries of IT, Telecommunications, and Science & Technology.
• Diplomatic Corps: Representatives from OIC member states focused on regional cooperation and STI (Science, Technology, and Innovation).
• Telecom & Infrastructure Leaders: Executives and technical leads from national carriers and infrastructure providers.
• Academic & Research Heads: Directors of national research centers focusing on cybersecurity, AI, and data science.
• Industry Strategists: Leaders from sectors poised for 5G disruption, such as manufacturing, logistics, and energy.

Topics to be Addressed

The theme will be explored through four open-ended, strategic lenses:

1. Defining the Sovereign Network: What does “autonomy” look like in a globalized supply chain? Discussing the balance between international partnerships and localized control.
2. 5G as a Catalyst for National AI: Why 5G is the “nervous system” required for real-time AI applications and how it empowers local innovation.
3. Data Governance & Localization: Strategies for building sovereign cloud solutions and regional data centers to ensure data remains a national asset.
4. Cyber-Resilience & Standards: Developing common security frameworks for 5G and emerging tech to protect critical national infrastructure from evolving threats.

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Date: 13^th and 14^th April 2026
Time: 10:30 Am – 12:30 Pm
Venue: Hybrid(LEJ ICCBS + Online)

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Registration:

The OIC-COMSTECH is organizing a two-day hybrid short course entitled “Philosophy of Science” in collaboration with the Sindh Innovation, Research, and Education Network (SIREN), working under the auspices of the Government of Sindh, and the International Center for Chemical and Biological Sciences (ICCBS), University of Karachi. All research scholars, students, scientists, and faculty members of SIREN and CCOE universities are cordially invited to attend this important course.

The course provides students with complete knowledge about scientific foundations and research methods and their effects on society through scientific knowledge development and validation and practical application in contemporary times. The study will examine important philosophical ideas which include scientific theory development and observation and experimentation processes and the connection between science and society and ethical considerations.

Objectives:

This short course is designed to critically analyze the foundations, methods, and implications of scientific knowledge, enabling students to distinguish between science and pseudoscience, understand how theories change, and evaluate scientific claims.

Jointly organized by:

Sindh Innovation, Research, and Education Network (SIREN),

International Center for Chemical and Biological Sciences (ICCBS),

OIC Standing Committee on Scientific and Technological Cooperation (OIC-COMSTECH).

Workshop Coordinator
Prof. Dr. Hina Siddiqui
Email: hinahej@gmail.com

Coordinator SIREN
Mr. Nadeem A. Khan
Manager, SIREN
Email: siren@iccs.edu
Coordinator OIC-COMSTECH
Md. Rakibul Hasan
Junior Program Manager
Email:  rakib@comstech.org