National Centre of Excellence in Geology, University of Peshawar

National Centre of Excellence in Geology, University of Peshawar The National Centre of Excellence in Geology (NCEG), University of Peshawar, is an institution of higher learning and research in geosciences. Dr. R.A.

The National Centre of Excellence in Geology (NCEG), University of Peshawar (UoP), is an institution of higher learning and research in geosciences. It was established in 1974 under an act of the parliament. Khan Tahirkheli was the founder Director of the Centre. Upon his retirement, Dr. M. Qasim Jan succeeded him in 1988 who was succeeded by Prof. Dr. Syed Hamidullah in January 2001, Dr. M. Asif

Khan in 2002 and again by Dr. Syed Hamidullah in 2003. After, the death of S. Hamidullah, in an air crash, Dr. M. Asif Khan became the Director of the Center. It should be a matter of satisfaction to all concerned that the Centre has been successful in the pursuit of the aims and objectives for which it was established. It has a highly qualified staff with advanced degrees from France, Pakistan, UK and USA. The staff and students have been enthusiastic participants and contributors to national and international conferences, symposia, seminars, and workshops. Several of the faculty members have availed prestigious fellowships, and delivered invited talks in many institutions of Asia, Australia, Europe and America. Three of Centre’s scientists have been awarded Civil Awards (Sitara-i-Imtiaz 2, Tamgha-i-Imtiaz 2) Presidential Awards (Izaz-i-Fazeelat 3), Commonwealth Fellowship (2), Fulbright Fellowships (7), Pakistan Academy of Sciences Gold Medals (3), Pakistan Book Council Earth Scientists of the Year Awards (4), as well as Star Laureate and IUCN Environmental awards. Professor R.A.K. Tahirkheli was elected Life-Time Honorary Fellow of the Geological Society, America (1985), while Professor M. Asif Khan was elected Life-Time Honorary Fellow of the Geological Society, London (2008).

📢 MS Research Completed | NCEG, University of PeshawarThe National Centre of Excellence in Geology (NCEG), University of...
20/06/2026

📢 MS Research Completed | NCEG, University of Peshawar

The National Centre of Excellence in Geology (NCEG), University of Peshawar, congratulates:

Mr. Khalid Khan
MS Scholar, NCEG, University of Peshawar

On the successful completion of his MS research titled:

"HEAVY METALS CONCENTRATIONS AND ASSOCIATED RISKS IN DIFFERENT PARTICLE SIZE FRACTIONS OF AGRICULTURAL SOILS, DISTRICT PESHAWAR"

Supervisor:
Dr. Said Muhammad
Associate Professor, NCEG, University of Peshawar

External Supervisor:
Assistant Professor / HoD
Department of Earth Sciences
COMSATS University Islamabad, Abbottabad Campus, Pakistan

We commend Mr. Khalid for his acievement

🌱 Event Successfully Concluded! 🌱The two-day event on “Arsenic in Soil–Food System: Understanding Pathways and Impacts”,...
30/04/2026

🌱 Event Successfully Concluded! 🌱

The two-day event on “Arsenic in Soil–Food System: Understanding Pathways and Impacts”, held on 28–29 April 2026, has been successfully concluded.

The event was inaugurated by the Honorable Vice Chancellor of the University of Peshawar and brought together distinguished resource persons and participants from:
• University of Haripur
• University of Peshawar
• Anhui Polytechnic University
• University of Trakiya
• Federal University of Rio Grande, Brazil

Over the course of the event, insightful discussions, knowledge sharing, and collaborative engagement highlighted the critical issue of arsenic contamination in soil and its implications for food systems and human health.

We extend our sincere gratitude to all speakers, participants, and organizers for making this event a great success.

📌 Together, we move forward towards safer and more sustainable food systems.

30/04/2026
21/04/2026

International Two-Day Workshop on “Arsenic and Heavy Metals in Soil–Food Systems: Pathways and Impacts.”

International Two-Day Workshop
Arsenic and Heavy Metals in Soil–Food Systems: Pathways and Impacts

Hosted by
National Centre of Excellence in Geology
University of Peshawar

This workshop aims to bring together researchers, scientists, policymakers, environmental professionals, and students to discuss the sources, pathways, environmental impacts, and remediation strategies related to arsenic and heavy metals in soil–food systems.

Please complete this registration form to confirm your participation. The information provided will assist the organizing committee in managing participant registration, communication, and overall workshop logistics.

🎉 Congratulations on Successful Ph.D. Defence! 🎉Ms. Shazia Gulzar, a PhD scholar at NCE in Geology, University of Peshaw...
18/03/2026

🎉 Congratulations on Successful Ph.D. Defence! 🎉

Ms. Shazia Gulzar, a PhD scholar at NCE in Geology, University of Peshawar, has successfully defended her PhD thesis on “Identification of suitable sites for rainwater harvesting facilities and natural aquifer recharge using geospatial techniques in Panjkora River Basin”. The study was carried out under the supervision of Dr. Muhammad Ali, Assistant Professor at NCEG. Dr. Hammad Gilani from NUST, Islamabad and Dr. Asad Ullah from the University of Peshawar were the external examiners for the said PhD defense.

We wish her the best of luck for future endeavors

🎉 Congratulations on Successful Ph.D. Defence! 🎉The National Centre of Excellence in Geology, University of Peshawar, is...
09/02/2026

🎉 Congratulations on Successful Ph.D. Defence! 🎉

The National Centre of Excellence in Geology, University of Peshawar, is pleased to announce the successful public defence and completion of the Ph.D. degree by Mr. Waqas Naseem. His thesis was entitled "AN INTEGRATED STUDY ON HYDROCARBON GENERATION AND MIGRATION
PATHWAYS OF SOUTHERN SINDH MONOCLINE, LOWER INDUS BASIN"

👨‍🏫 Supervisor: Dr. Irfan Ullah Jan
👨‍🏫 Co-Supervisor: Dr. Shabeer Ahmed Abbasi
Senior Geophysicist, OGDCL

📅 Date: February 6, 2026 (Friday)
⏰ Time: 10:00 a.m.
📍 Venue: Dr. RAK Tahirkheli Auditorium,
National Centre of Excellence in Geology, University of Peshawar

Dr Aamir Ali, Professor, Department of Earth Sciences, Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad, served as his External Examiner.

We congratulate Mr. Waqas Naseem, his supervisors, and the entire research team on this significant academic achievement and wish him continued success in his professional and research career.
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🎓 Congratulations on a Remarkable Academic Achievement! 🎉The National Centre of Excellence in Geology (NCEG) is pleased ...
04/02/2026

🎓 Congratulations on a Remarkable Academic Achievement! 🎉

The National Centre of Excellence in Geology (NCEG) is pleased to announce the successful completion of MS research work by Muhammad Rashid, MS Scholar in Geospatial Science.

His thesis, titled “A Comparative Analysis of Fuzzy Logic and AHP Techniques for Identification of Groundwater Potential Zones in the Peshawar Valley,” represents a valuable contribution.

This research was conducted under the supervision of Dr. Muhammad Ali, Assistant Professor, National Centre of Excellence in Geology. He was cosupervised by Prof. Dr Liaqat Ali, Director, NCE in Geology, University of Peshawar. The thesis was externally examined by Dr. Said Qasim, Professor, Department of Geography, University of Balochistan, Quetta.

🌟 We extend our best wishes to Muhammad Rashid for continued success in his future academic and professional journey!

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