The Office of Research, Innovation, and Commercialization (ORIC) is involved in commercial testing services through its state-of-the-art Civil Engineering Laboratory facilities. These services are designed to support clients across various industries by providing accurate and reliable testing. By leveraging advanced technology and expertise, ORIC ensures that clients receive high-quality assessments that meet industry standards and regulatory requirements. This initiative not only enhances the quality of construction projects but also fosters innovation in engineering practices.

ORIC-CUST Islamabad, in collaboration with Knowledge Streams Lahore, successfully organized the Samsung Innovation Campus (SIC) Course on Artificial Intelligence – a flagship Samsung initiative designed to enhance youth employability in cutting-edge technologies. The intensive 3-month program delivered comprehensive AI training through five days of weekly instruction (6–7 hours per day), combining expert-led classes and hands-on lab sessions. Participants were guided by a PhD-qualified AI instructor and two dedicated lab instructors, equipping them with industry-relevant skills to thrive in the tech-driven workforce.

The CUST Final Year Project (FYP) Funding Program is designed to empower undergraduate students by providing financial and resource support for their innovative final-year research initiatives. Through grants, mentorship, and access to cutting-edge facilities, the program aims to foster academic excellence, practical problem-solving skills, and groundbreaking projects aligned with industry or societal needs. By bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and real-world application, it equips students to contribute meaningfully to their fields while elevating the university’s research ecosystem.

Annual Research Book

Capital University of Science & Technology (CUST) Islamabad is a dynamic institution that acts as a catalyst of change to mold the society in cast of knowledge based economy by pro-actively contributing towards the troika of industry, academia and the government. The Annual Research Book showcases university research culture & innovation and entails the contribution of CUST towards the body of the world of scientific and engineering literature.

The Office Research Innovation and Commercialization and Department of Civil Engineering in collaboration with H-CUBE Group of Companies have achieved a milestone towards Industry Academia Linkage by establishing BIM Centre of Excellence (BIM CoE) at CUST to offer international level courses and certifications for students and professionals.

CUST is at the forefront of the R&D horizon of Pakistan. Pioneering work in Radars is a major feather in its cap. ORIC is working hard to get this technology disseminated to the industries in Pakistan. Currently, two projects with Pakistani radar industries have been initiated.

Automotive industry is thriving in Pakistan but unfortunately the R&D ventures between the industry and academia are at the minimum. CUST is actively pursuing automotive R&D with focus on Engine Control Units and Fault Diagnostic devices such as scanners. Besides, producing research of international repute CUST has produced products like Fault Scanners and third party engine control units.

Office of Research, Innovation and Commercialization in association with department of Computer Science has established the App Development Incubation lab at Capital University of Science & Technology, Islamabad. The purpose of given incubation center is to provide a platform to students where they can practice their technical, innovative and freelancing skills for comprehensible earning.

Office of Research, Innovation and Commercialization has initiated an incubation company entitled “Tech Flickers” at Capital University of Science & Technology, Islamabad. Dean Research & Innovation, Prof. Aamer Iqbal Bhatti have laid his special devotion to make this workroom possible. Tech Flickers is a SECP registered Start-Up incubated by two of the much endowed Computer Science graduates, Mr. Arslan Akram and Mr. Shoaib Ali in collaboration with ORIC. The company provides services in different areas of software development. The company provides its services in following major domains:

• Web Development
• Graphic Designing
• SEO
• Web Security
• Malware Analysis
• Data Security
• Computer & Web Forensics
• Desktop Application Development