Turbat University Organizes workshop on “Becoming a Smart Researcher in the Age of AI”
Posted on 06 Oct, 2025 - Published by
The Department of Natural and Basic Sciences at the University of Turbat (UoT) organized an insightful workshop titled “Becoming a Smart Researcher in the Age of AI” on October 2, 2025. The session was conducted by Dr. Fida Ahmed, Lecturer and Director Office of Research, Innovation and Commercialization (ORIC), at UoT. Faculty members and students from various departments participated in the workshop. Associate Professor Dr. Haneef Ur Rehman was also present on the occasion.
During the session, Dr. Fida Ahmed demonstrated the smart use of AI tools in the research process, covering key areas such as identifying research gaps, structuring research papers and theses, conducting literature reviews, data analysis, academic writing, proofreading, and creating visuals with AI.
He emphasized that AI cannot be a replacement for human creativity but a powerful assistant that can enhance researchers’ productivity, accuracy, and innovation. The session was highly interactive, and participants appreciated the practical insights shared by Dr. Fida Ahmed for improving their research efficiency through AI.
