Director’s Message

Director’s Message

Directorate of Advanced Studies & Research (DASR)
Karachi Institute of Economics and Technology (KIET)

It gives me great pleasure to welcome you to the Directorate of Advanced Studies and Research (DASR) at KIET.

At KIET, we are committed to fostering a vibrant research culture, promoting academic excellence, and nurturing innovation across all disciplines. DASR plays a pivotal role in guiding postgraduate education and research activities, ensuring that our MS and PhD programs meet the highest standards of academic integrity, relevance, and impact.

We strongly believe that research is not just an academic exercise, but a responsibility to contribute to society, address real-world challenges, and advance the frontiers of knowledge. Our faculty and scholars are engaged in multidisciplinary research, from cutting-edge technologies and sustainable development to cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, healthcare, and beyond.

To our students and faculty, I encourage you to explore new ideas, pursue meaningful research, collaborate beyond boundaries, and uphold the highest ethical standards. DASR is here to support you every step of the way from proposal development to thesis defense, from publications to patent filing.

Let us work together to position KIET as a leading center for research, innovation, and academic leadership in Pakistan and beyond.

Warm regards,
Prof. Dr. Maaz Bin Ahmad
Director, Advanced Studies & Research (DASR)
Karachi Institute of Economics and Technology (KIET)