ISLAMABAD, Oct 13 (APP):The Higher Education Commission (HEC) Pakistan has awarded 186 fellowships under IRSIP Batch-59, enabling PhD scholars to gain international research experience at leading universities abroad.
Addressing the ceremony, Chairman HEC Prof Dr Niaz Ahmad Akhtar emphasized merit and transparency as core principles of HEC’s initiatives.
He highlighted the importance of human capital development, urging scholars to produce impactful, solution-oriented research while upholding national values and contributing to Pakistan’s academic and socio-economic progress.
Executive Director HEC Prof Dr Zia Ul Haq highlighted IRSIP’s role in advancing academic careers and national development, reaffirming HEC’s commitment to merit-based, transparent selection.
He urged the awardees to benefit from international research exposure and contribute to Pakistan’s progress. Since its launch in 2006, IRSIP has supported over 6,900 scholars through six-month international research fellowships, providing access to advanced research facilities, international research networks and opportunities for academic collaboration.
HEC also announced the opening of applications for the next IRSIP batch, reaffirming its commitment to strengthening research capacity and advancing higher education in Pakistan.
Source: APP (Associated Press of Pakistan)
