Research department at the Ziauddin University is a directorate to form central hub for all research activities by the faculty of health sciences (FHS). We participate in the policy making, governance, oversight and conduct of research process across ZU.

Our vision is to enhance the University’s research profile with successful contribution to health care and education through a major impact of MPhil, MD, MS and PhD projects in addition to faculty research. Therefore, we strive to develop resources and guidelines for our research scholars with a bench to bedside and bench to industry approach. In this regard there has been a phenomenal upgradation of the multidisciplinary high technology research laboratories with a striking uplift of structured postgraduate teaching and training programs.

The basic science research is focused on the investigation of etiopathogenetic mechanisms of diseases at molecular genetic level. We have launched MPhil program in Molecular Medicine to promote a physician scientist relationship and invite the clinicians to work at par with international standards. Moreover, PhD program in Molecular Medicine is already in pipeline.

The clinical evidence-based research is promoted to update disease trends and risk factors generating data for preventive, diagnostic and therapeutic strategic planning. The projects are also designed for the determination of safety and effectiveness of medications, devices, diagnostic products and treatment protocols.

Conclusively we hope to pave the way to a brighter future with bold and novel solutions for national and global health challenges.

Executive Director Research & Meritorious Professor Pathology Head Department of Molecular Medicine

Research excellence in all fields of study is central to the mission of Ziauddin University and a pinnacle priority, as the key element to the success of the University’s academic profile needs to be preserved. Education at ZU would not be complete without its vital research community. The Health Sciences Research Program encompasses several faculties and departments across ZU campuses that contribute to a rich atmosphere. A wide range of research and clinical facilities for student learning and innovation are present on different campuses with extensive interaction between the basic science and clinical faculty. The Faculty of Health Sciences including the College of Medicine, Dentistry, Nursing, Rehabilitation, Speech-language & hearing sciences offer unparalleled opportunities for interdisciplinary cooperation in health sciences education and research. The expertise of many Health Sciences faculty covers a broad spectrum of disciplines that includes both basic science wet-lab research and clinical research in human health and disease, with a provision of expanding graduate programs to be offered in Medicine, Pharmacy and Allied Health Disciplines. All are in the continued pursuit of ever-greater accomplishments in research through our commitment to innovation, excellence, and quality. We share new knowledge for educating and inspiring tomorrow’s leaders as university education is all about the generation of new knowledge through research. Furthermore, ZU faculties maintain active research laboratories that are exploring existing questions, spanning from the most basic to the most translational aspects of health sciences.

To be recognized as the icon of innovative cutting-edge basic applied and translational research.

• Real time PCR assays
• DNA/RNA Extraction
• Gel electrophoresis
• SNP Genotyping
• DNA Methylation Studies
• Genomic Sequencing
• RNA Quantification
• PCR Services
• Primer Designing
• ELISA
• High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC)
• Histological Sample Processing and Staining
• Results Interpretation of Histological and Histopathological Slides (Animal & Human Tissues)
• Immunohistochemistry/Immunocytochemistry
• High Resolution Microscopy and Imaging
• Histomorphometry Analysis
• Image Processing and Graphic Designing of Figures

The Research Department’s overarching aim in supporting international research collaboration is to maximize ZU’s contribution to and benefits from international and national research collaborations and partnerships.