Sara Vazir (Sara’s Henna) spends a day with paediatric cancer patients

Karachi, March 31, 2022 (PPI-OT):​On Thursday, Sara Vazir, an international henna artist, visited the Aga Khan University Hospital (AKUH), to raise awareness about paediatric cancer. She spent time with the young patients, drew henna tattoos on their heads, played games and left them with gifts. Sara is a bold supporter of children with cancer and their families. The main purpose of her visit was to raise awareness regarding childhood cancers and the emotional and mental support that is critical for both cancer patients and their families.

Upon arrival, Sara was welcomed by faculty and staff at AKUH, primarily from Paediatrics and Paediatric Oncology. She was briefed on the initiatives taken by AKUH in providing support and care for children and their families, to make their stay at the hospital comfortable.

She lauded the efforts made by the oncology department at AKUH in ensuring that children and their families receive the highest quality, empathetic care, and treatment possible. She stressed that medical treatment alone is not enough, the right support and environment are critical in ensuring complete recovery from paediatric cancers.

Speaking about Sara Vazir’s visit, Dr Sadaf Altaf, Assistant Professor, Department of Oncology at AKU said, “These activities are for children because they don’t like coming to the hospital, and we’re trying to make their experience a fun-filled one, ensuring that immunocompromised children have all the opportunities at their disposal to enjoy what life has to offer.”

Sara distributed pre-Ramazan gifts among the children admitted to the paediatric wards, but the highlight of the event was Sara painting henna tattoos, signifying that children with cancer are no less in any shape or form. Sara invests in this art form for children with cancer, free of charge and has taken part in this initiative with various local healthcare institutes.

According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), 400,000 children and adolescents develop cancer each year. While cancer signs and symptoms are like other childhood diseases, early diagnosis is imperative and can play a crucial role in treatment. A multidisciplinary approach is vital in managing the disease and a holistic patient experience.

AKUH offers this multidisciplinary approach and is committed to providing access to the highest quality care to all, regardless of their financial ability. In 2021, AKUH offered Welfare and Zakat support worth PKR 3.67 billion to over 950,000 patients. AKUH welcomes Welfare and Zakat support for its Paediatric and Paediatric Oncology programmes among others. To support the cause, visit giving.aku.edu

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Tel: +92-21-111-911-911
Email: akuh.information@aku.edu
Website: https://hospitals.aku.edu/pakistan/

U.S Consul General visited Shah Abdul Latif University 

Khairpur, March 31, 2022 (PPI-OT):U.S Consul General at Karachi Mr. Mark Stroh visited Shah Abdul Latif University, Khairpur. He calls on Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Khalil Ahmed Ibupoto. Both shared their mutual interest for the promotion of education and research. Talking to the participants Mr. Mark Stroh said Pakistan and U.S share strong mutual relations. The U.S in collaboration with Pakistan have embarked upon several projects in the development fields i.e. education, health, energy and other important sectors. He expressed his gratitude to Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Khalil Ahmed Ibupoto for inviting to the University. He said Shah Abdul Latif University, Khairpur is one of the premier educational institutes of Upper Sindh.

Prof. Dr. Khalil Ahmed Ibupoto cordially welcomed the Consul General on his arrival at the University. Dr. Ibupoto appreciated the U.S Government’s support in the establishment of institute of Education at the SALU campus, Lincoln corner at the Sachal Sarmast Library Khairpur and Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Library in Larkana, running English Access Micro scholarship Program for students from underserved areas of Sindh province, awarded university partnership program, exchanges, Fulbright Scholarships, free and quality advising support through the United States Education Foundation Pakistan (USEFP) and establishing more than 106 schools under the USAID funded SBEP program in Northern part of Sindh province.

The Consul General appreciated the proposals forwarded by the Vice Chancellor and assured to try to establish these centers at the University. Prof. Dr. Ghulam Mustafa Mashori, Dean Faculty of Arts and Languages, Prof. Dr. Taj Muhammad Lashari, Dean Faculty of Social Sciences, Prof. Dr. Qasid Hussain Mallah, Dean Faculty of Physical Sciences, Prof. Dr. Amir Ali Chandio, Dr. Masihullah Jatoi Dr. Khalida Mahar, Dr. Agha Nadia, Dr. Fouzia Siyal, Mr. Ishrat Ali Mirani, Col. Ataullah Khokhar, Director Security Affairs were present.

Dr. Naveed Ahmed Shaikh, Director Postgraduate Studies conducted the proceedings of the program. The Vice Chancellor decorated the Consul General by traditional Sindhi Ajrak and others gifts. Dr. Agha Nadia presented her authored book to Consul General.

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Shah Abdul Latif University (SALU)
Old National Highway, Khairpur, 66020 Sindh, Pakistan
Tel: +92-243-9280051-4
Fax: +92-243-9280060
Email: info@salu.edu.pk
Website: https://salu.edu.pk

International Conference on Chemical Sciences: A Multidisciplinary Approach inaugurated 

Khairpur, March 31, 2022 (PPI-OT):International Conference on Chemical Sciences: A Multidisciplinary Approach (ICCS-MA)-2022 inaugurated at Shah Abdul Latif University, Khairpur organized by the Institute of Chemistry in collaboration with Sindh Higher Education Commission, Karachi. Prof. Dr. Khalil Ahmed Ibupoto, Vice Chancellor, Shah Abdul Latif University, Khairpur presided over the inaugural session while Prof. Dr. Muhammad Suleman Tahir, Vice Chancellor, Khwaja Fareed University of Engineering and Information Technology, Rahim Yar Khan was the chief guest. Prof. Dr. Anila Ata-ur-Rehman, Vice Chancellor, Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto Medical University, Larkana, Dr. Shahzad Naseem, Acting Vice Chancellor, Begum Nusrat Bhutto Women University, Sukkur were the guests of honour.

While addressing the session, Prof. Dr. Khalil Ahmed Ibupoto said we have organized series of conferences on various themes. This is the 5th mega academic event today. He said we are striving, uplifting the region in terms of quality education, research and development with our dynamic team. Dr. Ibupoto said the outcome of the conference will emerged as source of recommendation and it will also guide the research scholars. It is matter of high pride that more than 66 national and international scholars will present their research papers in this moot. Dr. Ibupoto also extended his cordial thanks to the Vice Chancellors of different Universities who participated in the conference. Dr. Ibupoto lauded the efforts of Prof. Dr. Mushtaque Jakhrani, Director Institute of Chemistry and his team for organizing this conference.

Prof. Dr. Muhammad Suleman Tahir said that organizing a conference is not easy task. The credit goes to incumbent Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Khalil Ahmed Ibupoto and his team. He said that chemical engineering is vital for humanity. Research is more important to get validation and new ideas in the society. It is the basic duty of any University to impart quality education, to evolve society and engage the society. He said we have different challenges i.e. indigenous and global; we are far behind from European world. He appreciated the Vice Chancellor’s efforts to prepare sustainable strategic plan. Dr. Tahir said we have to concentrate on our indigenous issues i.e. energy, storage devices. He said water is again a global challenge. It is imperative to optimal usage of water. He said we must concentrate on skill development for socioeconomic development.

Prof. Dr. Anila Ata-ur-Rehman said that this is a massive important conference. The purpose of the conference was to invite likeminded people, to foster networking, sharing novel ideas and ignite motivation. She said focus should be given to the research publication because it has great impact on ranking as well as.

Dr. Shahzad Naseem said that Shah Abdul Latif University, Khairpur since its inception played pivotal academic role especially the endeavour of Dr. Khalil Ahmed Ibupoto is highly laudable. He said we must focus on research and development. Prof. Dr. Hamid Rashidi-Nodeh from Iran delivered his keynote lecture on Magnetic Adsorbents for Water Remediation: Recent Advance in Functionalization and Application.

Prof. Dr. Muhammad Iqbal Choudhry, Director International Centre for Chemical and Biological Sciences, University of Karachi shared his views via online. He appreciated the efforts of Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Khalil Ahmed Ibupoto and organizing committee of the conference. He said this conference will pave a way for academic and research development. The ideas of scholars will be value-added for the future scholars.

Prof. Dr. Khalida Mahar set out the objectives of the conference. She said this conference aimed at to bring the scholars on platform for sharing their experiences, advancement challenges and remedies of indigenous issues pertaining to society. Prof. Dr. Mushtaque Ahmed Jakhrani, Director Institute of Chemistry accorded vote of thanks to participants, national and international delegations. He extended his cordial thanks to management of Sindh Higher Education Commission for organizing this conference.

Eminent scholars Dr. Hairrul Annur Tajudin from Malaysia, Dr. Rilie Yu from China, Dr. Eltayeb Fadul from Sudan, Dr. Muhammad Ahmar Rauf from Miami, USA, Prof. Dr. Chandan Lal, Pro-Vice Chancellor, Shahdadkot Campus, Prof. Dr. Ghulam Mustafa Mashori, Dean Faculty of Arts and Languages, Prof. Dr. Taj Muhammad Lashari, Dean Faculty of Social Sciences, Mr. Mureed Hussain Ibupoto, Registrar and large number of teachers, scholars and students attended the inaugural session.

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Shah Abdul Latif University (SALU)
Old National Highway, Khairpur, 66020 Sindh, Pakistan
Tel: +92-243-9280051-4
Fax: +92-243-9280060
Email: info@salu.edu.pk
Website: https://salu.edu.pk

Mechanical Engineering Society discusses future trends in Engineering 

Lahore, March 31, 2022 (PPI-OT):Mechanical Engineering Society (MES) discussed the “Future Trends in Engineering” during a seminar of CPD activity with 0.5 certification points that was organised for the students, faculty and PEC registered engineers at University of Lahore (UOL) Main Campus on March 29, 2022. The chief guest, Prof. Dr. Asif Mehmood Qureshi (Faculty, Mechanical Engineering Department, UET, Lahore) shared guidance, mentoring and innovative thoughts on the occasion. Various future subject streams and technologies including Artificial Intelligence, Additive Manufacturing, Hybrid Manufacturing, Composite Materials, Robotics, Nanotechnology, and others were also discussed during the seminar.

For more information, contact:
The University of Lahore
1 – KM Defence Road, Lahore, Pakistan
Tel: +92-42-111-865-865, +92-42-35322501 +92-42-35321761
Email: info@uol.edu.pk
Website: www.uol.edu.pk

Mr. Abdul Waris Gill shares his journey to Islam with UOL students 

Lahore, March 31, 2022 (PPI-OT):The UOL’s Character Building Society (CBS) hosted Mr. Abdul Waris Gill, a convert to Islam during a one-day seminar titled as “The Journey: Christianity to Islam” on March 29,2022 at the Main Campus, Lahore. As a guest speaker, Mr. Gill narrated his journey to Islam and highlighted how he joined Tanzeem-e-Islami in 2007. He later established welfare organization named Huqooq-un-Naas in 2009.

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The University of Lahore
1 – KM Defence Road, Lahore, Pakistan
Tel: +92-42-111-865-865, +92-42-35322501 +92-42-35321761
Email: info@uol.edu.pk
Website: www.uol.edu.pk

Afghan Initiative Society launched at UOL

Lahore, March 31, 2022 (PPI-OT):The Afghan Initiative Society (AIS) was launched at UOL. During its inauguration ceremony on March 28, 2022 at the Main Campus, Lahore, the students also celebrated the Nowroz Festival. Mr. Awais Raoof (Chairman, BoG), Mrs. Ammara Awais (Director, OSA) and Dr. Rabia Akhtar (Head of Department of School of Integrated Social Sciences) graced the event. Several students from Afghanistan and Gilgit-Baltistan were present to witness this milestone. Mr. Ajmal Hajizada (President, AIS) along with his team, perfectly managed to organize stalls for the best cultural representation of Afghanistan. The colorful evening also had some cultural performances for the entertainment of the attendees.

For more information, contact:
The University of Lahore
1 – KM Defence Road, Lahore, Pakistan
Tel: +92-42-111-865-865, +92-42-35322501 +92-42-35321761
Email: info@uol.edu.pk
Website: www.uol.edu.pk