RAWALPINDI: Canada’s Dalhousie University has conferred the honorary academic title of Professor Emeritus on Prof Dr Qamar-uz-Zaman, Vice Chancellor of Pir Mehr Ali Shah Arid Agriculture University Rawalpindi (PMAS-AAUR), in recognition of his academic and scientific contributions.
The appointment to the prestigious academic honour will take effect from July 1, 2026.
PMAS-AAUR spokesperson Dr Nadeem Ahmed Malik said the development was a matter of pride not only for the university but also for Pakistan. He said the honour reflected international recognition of Prof Dr Qamar-uz-Zaman’s decades-long services in research, teaching and innovation in agricultural sciences.
Dr Malik said the conferment would help strengthen academic and research ties between Pakistan and Canada. He added that it would also open avenues for joint scientific initiatives and greater cooperation in higher education.
He said such international acknowledgement would encourage Pakistan’s academic community and young researchers.
Prof Dr Qamar-uz-Zaman is known internationally for his work in agricultural mechanisation, precision agriculture and smart farming systems. Academic and research circles in Pakistan and abroad have congratulated him, describing the honour as a reflection of the global standing and credibility of Pakistani scientists.
