224 PHd scholars get research support
The purpose is to enhance their research capabilities
ISLAMABAD:
The Higher Education Commission (HEC) has approved 224 cases of PhD scholars for International Research Support Initiative Programme (IRSIP), in addition to seven cases of Partial Support for PhD Studies Abroad.
According to a statement issued by the commission the Selection Committee’s meeting was held at HEC Secretariat Islamabad, with Executive Director Dr Fateh Marri in the chair. Under IRSIP, HEC offers a six-month research fellowship abroad to full-time PhD students.
The purpose is to enhance their research capabilities, the statement said.
Published in The Express Tribune, September 30th, 2020.