KARACHI: Prof Dr Vali Uddin, Vice Chancellor Sir Syed University of Engineering & Technology (SSUET), has said that the academic research is a significant tool that expands the knowledge base and enlightens the mindset of the students and the faculty.

The creation of a research-intensive environment is necessary to cater to a culture of research.

The researchers must collaborate with each other so that their knowledge, skills and abilities are accessible to everyone and are of mutual benefit to the stakeholders involved. The culture of research collaboration promotes prosperity, success and problem-solving capabilities.

Speaking at a meeting of all research cluster heads in order to promote research culture at the campus, Prof Dr Vali Uddin pointed out that SSUET is playing a pivotal role in promoting research culture at the campus, knowing that the cutting-edge research motivates lecturers to face the contemporary challenges in the society.

Sir Syed University is considering to offer 5 percent honorarium to the researchers in addition to their regular facilities and privileges. The university also provides advice for research from a product development perspective. However, it is a good sign that the universities are increasingly recognising the importance of the role of research integrity.

Speaking about Sound Navigation and Ranging System, Registrar Syed Sarfraz Ali said that Sonar is a technique that uses sound propagation underwater, to navigate, communicate with or detect objects on or under the surface of the water, such as other vessels. However, when this system is used in Arbian Sea, results are different due to the change of sound in Arabian Sea. "It is important to know what kind of research we need to do under water and in what areas and where it may be applied," he added.

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