Research team lead by Dr. Naseem Iqbal from USPCAS-E, NUST and Dr. Zahid Ali Gahzi from University of Peshawar, are developing a highly energy density electrode material for Lithium (Li)-based batteries and supercapacitors in a project under local challenge fund (LCF) research grant by Higher Education Commission (HEC). Although, the commercial rechargeable Lithium-ion batteries and…
1. VA Lab at PNEC-NUST established in August 2016 is focusing on providing indigenous and state-of-the-art Computer Vision- and Artificial Intelligence (AI)-based automated video content analysis solutions. The solutions are being customized to provide on-demand services as well. VA Lab is also a partner lab of National Center of Big Data and Cloud Computing (NCBC)….
Electric vehicles (EVs) are at the core of clean transportation envisaged for a sustainable future. As more people switch to electric vehicles in the developed world, publicly available electric vehicle charging points have become a common sight in the city centers, as seen in Figure 1. Electrification of the transportation sector can play a vital…
Lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) are considered the most reliable energy storage system with high energy and power density. LIBs have already captured the electronics market and are used in cell phones, laptops, gadgets, etc., with long cycle life. However, the demand for LIBs is increasing rapidly especially towards electric vehicles (EVs) where high energy and power…
The GastroPak Project worth £2 million funding in Pakistan by UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) through the Global Challenges Research Fund (GCRF), is a collaboration with partners in Pakistan, UK and Ireland. It is one of the 141 new international development research projects announced by UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) to generate innovative solutions to…
Wind power generation has increased in Pakistan over the last decade as newer renewable resources were explored to curb the electricity shortfall in the country. The Gharo-Jhimpir wind corridor, in the province of Sindh, was identified as the most lucrative site for establishing wind power plants in the country. As of now, the Jhimpir wind…
