GWADAR: Hafeezullah, Chairperson of the Department of Computer Science at the University of Gwadar, has been awarded a six-month research fellowship under the Higher Education Commission (HEC) Pakistan’s International Research Support Initiative Programme (IRSIP). Dr. Niaz Ahmad Akhtar, Chairman of the Higher Education Commission, presented the fellowship to him during an IRSIP programme held in Islamabad on October 13, 2026. The programme is an important initiative to promote higher education, research, and international research opportunities for Pakistani scholars. Under the IRSIP fellowship, Hafeezullah will undertake a six-month research visit to the prestigious Lancaster University, United Kingdom, where he will conduct research in the fields of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Large Language Models (LLMs). During his research visit, he will have opportunities to engage with the international academic and research community, benefit from academic exchange, and further strengthen his research capabilities through exposure to advanced research methodologies and emerging developments in artificial intelligence. This achievement reflects Hafeezullah’s continued commitment to research, innovation, and academic and professional development. It is also a matter of pride for the University of Gwadar and represents a significant step towards advancing research activities in emerging technologies, particularly artificial intelligence and large language models. The University of Gwadar has congratulated Hafeezullah on this significant academic achievement and expressed confidence that he will effectively utilize the research experience, advanced academic skills, and international professional connections gained at Lancaster University to promote research and innovation at the university. The university also appreciated the Higher Education Commission of Pakistan for its initiatives to provide researchers with international research opportunities, academic exchange, and avenues for professional development. The fellowship is expected not only to further enhance Hafeezullah’s research capabilities but also to strengthen the research culture and academic capacity of the University of Gwadar in advanced technological fields. Public Relations Department University of Gwadar