Our Mission.
Our mission is to promote a culture of research, innovation, and commercialization by supporting high-quality, impact-driven research; fostering academia-industry collaboration; and developing solutions aligned with national priorities. ORIC aims to enhance healthcare, education, and policy through capacity building, applied research, and sustainable partnerships at KMU and beyond.
What we Do.
The Office of Research, Innovation and Commercialization (ORIC) promotes research excellence by strengthening academic and healthcare capacity, fostering collaboration, and driving applied, evidence-based solutions. Through innovation and partnerships, ORIC enhances academic relevance, improves healthcare outcomes, and supports informed policymaking for sustainable impact across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and beyond.
Our Strategic Objectives.
Our strategic goals promote a vibrant research culture at KMU, aligned with national health priorities. We support quality research, strengthen industry linkages, and develop innovations for academic and commercial gain. Through capacity building and professional education, we expand expertise and offer consultancy across public health, pharmaceuticals, and regional markets including Afghanistan.
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Ongoing Projects
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Completed Projects
600+
Projects Staff
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Collaborations
Director ORIC
Dr Zohaib
Welcome to the official website of the Office of Research, Innovation and Commercialization (ORIC), Khyber Medical University (KMU), Peshawar.
As the only public sector medical university in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, KMU has emerged as a hub of academic excellence, research innovation, and healthcare advancement. ORIC plays a pivotal role in this journey—bridging research, industry, and academia to translate ideas into impactful solutions for public health and beyond.
At ORIC-KMU, our vision is to foster a research ecosystem that promotes interdisciplinary collaboration, innovation, and commercialization rooted in ethical and evidence-based practices. We are committed to strengthening the university’s capacity in research governance, intellectual property (IP) protection, grant facilitation, and university-industry linkages, ensuring alignment with national priorities and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Our office has successfully led initiatives such as evaluation of research proposals, implementation of IP policies, facilitation and implementation of NIHR-funded clinical trials, and coordination of capacity-building programs for faculty and students. We also house the Technology & Innovation Support Center (TISC) in collaboration with WIPO, IPO Pakistan, and HEC, empowering innovators to protect and commercialize their research outputs.
We believe that innovation thrives in a culture of collaboration, curiosity, and continuous learning. Whether you are a student, researcher, industry representative, or policymaker, I encourage you to explore this platform to learn about our work, connect with our team, and discover opportunities for partnership.
Together, let us drive the future of health sciences through impactful research and meaningful innovation
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