In a meaningful effort to improve training methods for firefighters, Muhammad Hasham Qazi, our EE alumnus from the Class of 2023, has successfully published his paper titled “Developing a VR-based Training Platform for Emergency Fire-Handling Services Using Unity 3D” in the IEEE journal.
Given the rising frequency of fire incidents, the need for well-prepared and properly trained firefighters has become increasingly crucial in minimizing casualties and property damage. Hasham noticed that traditional firefighter training methods had limitations, and believed that VR could offer a safer and more effective way to train them. With this in mind, Hasham started working on a VR training platform to make firefighter training more realistic and effective, better-preparing firefighters for real-world emergencies.
This project introduced Hasham to the world of fire science, a domain that was entirely new to him. Additionally, venturing into VR development in Unity 3D required a steep learning curve. However, with determination and support from mentors like Dr. Farhan Khan, Dr. Jeeeun Kim, and Dr. Edgar J. Rojas-Muñoz, he learned how to use Unity 3D and improve his coding skills.
Muhammad Hasham’s time at Habib University and research experience at Texas A&M University broadened his understanding of VR technology and its potential. Courses on Object-Oriented Programming and Methodologies were crucial in honing his coding skills, while the broader curriculum equipped him with the necessary knowledge for hardware integration and independent research in VR.
Moving forward, Hasham aims to refine this VR Training Platform by conducting user studies in Pakistan, tailoring it to local needs, and enhancing firefighting capabilities in developing countries. He believes passion, self-motivation, and strong research skills are key to meaningfully contributing to the world.
Join us in celebrating Hasham’s achievement, and stay tuned for more updates!
Ufaq Asad, a CND alumna from the Class of 2023, recently won the Best Debut Director award for her documentary, “Dou Kut Chai,” at the I Am Tomorrow International Film Festival 2023 held in Brussels, Belgium.
In a landscape where opportunities for women professionals to connect and flourish remain scarce, Laiba Farid, our SDP alumna from the Class of 2023, under the mentorship of Saleena Beg, Lead Organizational Development at HBL, and in collaboration with her incredible team, have successfully launched ‘HERe’.
Novaira Khan, our SDP alumna from the Class of 2020, recently graduated from the Pakistan Audit and Accounts Academy. Her journey through the demanding landscape of civil service reflects her unwavering commitment to professional growth.
Muhammad Furqan Karim Kidwai, our CS alum from the Class of 2020 and co-founder of YPay Financial Services (Pvt. Ltd.), achieved a significant milestone at Startup Grind Global 2023, taking his startup journey from inception with Sarfraz Hussain (Class of 2020) to a global platform.
Muzammil Tariq, our CS alumnus from the Class of 2022 recently achieved a significant milestone in his academic journey by having his research paper, titled “Air Quality of Karachi and Lahore: How does the energy industry of Pakistan affect it,” published in IEEE Xplore.
The recent participation of our esteemed alumni from the Class of 2023 at the 5th International Conference on Robotics and Automation in Industry (ICRAI) 2023, held at the University of Engineering & Technology Peshawar, marked a significant chapter in their academic journey.
Mariam Fatima, an SDP alumna from the Class of 2019, recently achieved a significant milestone with the publication of her research paper titled "Amateurs’ Engagements with Music and Dance: A Comparative Phenomenology of Performance Arts Practice in Karachi" in the third issue of Ziauddin University's Journal of Liberal Arts and Human Sciences.
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