Moot discusses advancements in nanotechnology

LAHORE : The Department of Chemistry, University of Engineering and Technology (UET) Lahore on Saturday organised an international conference on Nanotechnology & Natural Products, bringing together renowned experts from around the world.

The event, held under the supervision of Prof Dr Farhat Yasmeen, provided a platform for discussing the latest advancements in the field of nanotechnology and its applications in natural products.

University of Engineering and Technology Vice Chancellor Professor Dr Shahid Munir was the chief guest on this occasion.

Speaking on the occasion, Professor Dr Shahid Munir emphasised the importance of scientific collaboration and interdisciplinary research in addressing global challenges.

His address highlighted the growing role of nanotechnology in revolutionizing various industries, from healthcare to agriculture.

The conference featured a distinguished lineup of guest speakers, including Prof Dr Khalijah Binti Awang, from Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, University of Malaya, Malaysia, who shared her expertise on the intersection of nanotechnology and natural products in sustainable practices.

Prof Dr Ch Jamil Anwar, from School of Science, Department of Chemistry, University Management and Technology (UMT) Lahore, focused on the role of nanomaterials in advancing chemical processes.

Prof Dr Athar Abbasi, from the Department of Chemistry, Government College University (GCU), Lahore, discussed

the impact of nanotechnology on medicinal chemistry and drug delivery systems.

Dr Khurram Saleem Joya, Associate Professor of Chemical Science, Islamic University of Madinah, Saudi Arabia, presented cutting-edge research on the potential applications of nanomaterials in pharmaceuticals and biotechnology and Dr Awais Ahmad, Researcher at the University of Cordoba, Spain, and Lecturer at the Department of Chemistry, University of Lahore, delivered a talk on the innovative use of nanotechnology in natural product research and its implications for the future.

The conference recommended integrating nanotechnology with natural products for global applications, promoting sustainable and environment friendly research.

It highlighted the importance of industry-academia collaborations to convert research into practical solutions and advocated for policies to support funding and infrastructure in Pakistan.