Experienced Public Health specialist, Researcher, and Entrepreneur with a proven track record in fostering research culture at the institute level. Skilled in research leadership, mentorship, critical appraisal, project planning, and inter-disciplinary collaboration. Successfully improved research output at Heavy Industries Taxila Medical College (https://hitec-ims.edu.pk/research-cell/). Currently, spearheading initiatives to enhance research culture in Pakistan and Canada and facilitating inter-regional collaborations. Passionate about addressing barriers to research and contributing to national-level policy discussions.