Shaping Global Innovation – Reforming and Reframing Research in Higher Education (17 & 18 June 2026)
The First International PhD Students’ Research Colloquium 2026, conducted at Iqra University, Pakistan, is envisioned as a premier academic forum dedicated to advancing doctoral research, scholarly excellence, and global academic collaboration. The colloquium will bring together PhD scholars, supervisors, and distinguished researchers from national and international institutions to present innovative research, exchange interdisciplinary perspectives, and engage in rigorous intellectual discourse. Designed to strengthen research capacity and foster a culture of critical inquiry, the event will feature paper presentations, thematic panels, mentoring sessions, and expert feedback to help participants refine their theoretical frameworks, methodologies, and scholarly contributions.
By creating opportunities for networking, collaboration, and knowledge sharing, the colloquium aims to empower emerging researchers to address contemporary academic and societal challenges with evidence-based solutions. Ultimately, this initiative reflects Iqra University’s commitment to promoting high-quality research, ethical scholarship, and international engagement while nurturing the next generation of thought leaders and academics.
When and Where?
Date
17 & 18 June 2026
Mode
Hybrid (On-Campus & Online parallel sessions)
Venue
EDC Main Campus, Iqra University, Karachi, Pakistan
Who Will Benefit and How?
The colloquium is beneficial for:
Event Programme
TBA (To be announced)
Author’s Guidelines
Language: For presentations delivered in any language other than English, participants must provide appropriate subtitles or translations to ensure accessibility and facilitate clear comprehension for all jury members.
Abstract Submission: All abstracts must be submitted in English. Abstracts in any other language will only be considered if accompanied by a translated English version.
Discipline Coverage
Time allocation for each presenter: Total Time: 20 minutes per presenter
Key Dates:
Abstract Submission Deadline: 21 April 2026 (Extended)
Review Feedback: 6 May 2026 (Extended)
Acceptance Notification: 13 May 2026 (Extended)
Event Date: 17 & 18 June 2026
Abstracts will be reviewed by the Abstract Review Committee (ARC) based on:
The Committee may make one of the following decisions for each submission:
Registration & Submission
Abstract Presenter Fee:
Each submission shall undergo a blind peer-review process. Authors will be notified via email upon acceptance of their abstract for presentation. The applicable fee shall be payable only after receipt of the acceptance notification.
Participant Fee:
The participant fee shall be paid at the time of online registration (applicable to students, faculty members, researchers, and academic professionals from Higher Education Institutions).
National Participant (Pakistan):
International Participant:
Awards and Prizes
Best Abstract / Best Idea Awards (one from each parallel session)
Note: Online presenters shall receive their certificates via email.
Publication Opportunity
Outstanding abstracts and research papers presented in the colloquium may be invited for extended manuscript submission for possible publication, subject to strict double-blind peer review and editorial evaluation in the following three HEC – recognized journals;
https://journals.iqra.edu.pk/aibd
https://journals.iqra.edu.pk/ijhs
https://journals.iqra.edu.pk/ijp
Contact Details
Directorate of Academics, Advanced Studies & Research
Iqra University, Pakistan
Email: colloquium2026@iqra.edu.pk
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