The Office of Research, Innovation & Commercialization (ORIC) 

The Office of Research, Innovation and Commercialization (ORIC) at Bahria University serves as the central hub for research development, innovation management, and industry linkage. Established under the directives of the Higher Education Commission (HEC), ORIC ensures that research activities across all campuses of Bahria University are aligned with national priorities, societal impact, and global academic excellence.

Our mission is to transform Bahria University into a research-driven institution fostering knowledge creation, technology transfer, and commercialization of innovations. ORIC supports faculty and students in developing impactful research, promotes interdisciplinary collaboration, and strengthens the university’s engagement with industry, government, and community sectors.

Core Objectives:

• To promote quality and applied research aligned with Pakistan’s socio-economic needs.
• To foster innovation, entrepreneurship, and technology commercialization.
• To facilitate research grants, funding opportunities, and partnerships.
• To protect and commercialize intellectual property (IP).
• To promote research integrity, compliance, and ethical standards.