About ORIC

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.

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 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.