The University of Chakwal (UOC) has established the Office of Research, Innovation and Commercialization (ORIC) in accordance with the directives of the Higher Education Commission (HEC). ORIC is committed to enhancing the quality, impact, and relevance of research at the University while creating pathways for the commercialization of research outcomes.
ORIC actively promotes a culture of research, innovation, collaboration, and entrepreneurship by strengthening linkages between academia, industry, government, and society. It provides a platform for researchers and innovators to develop ideas, undertake meaningful research, secure funding, and translate research outcomes into practical solutions.
The Office provides comprehensive support for research and development, innovation, industrial collaboration, commercialization, partnership building, and technology transfer. ORIC also facilitates seminars, workshops, research events, and other capacity-building activities designed to strengthen the research ecosystem at UOC.