Okara: Prof. Dr. Muhammad Naveed from the Department of Biotechnology has been awarded the Dr. A.R. Shakoori Gold Medal 2025. He received this accolade for Best Researcher of the Year in Biological Sciences during the 43rd Pakistan Congress of Zoology, hosted at the University of Okara.

The national recognition underscores the quality and impact of his research at the University of Central Punjab (UCP). The award serves as an acknowledgement of sustained contributions to biological sciences and highlights UCP’s commitment to advancing research and innovation.

The honor reflects the significance of Dr. Naveed’s work and his role in enhancing the reputation of UCP in the academic community.