National University Of Medical Sciences - NUMS

International Day for Biological Diversity 2026

To mark the International Day for Biological Diversity (IDB) 2026, the National University of Medical Sciences (NUMS) invites you to an online session under this year’s global theme: “Acting locally for global impact”

📅 Date: Friday, 22 May 2026
🕥 Time: 10:30 AM (PST)
💻 Mode: Online Session
🎙 Speaker: Dr. Sayed Afzal Shah

Assistant Professor & Herbarium Curator
Department of Biotechnology, NUMS

🏛 Organized by: Department of Biotechnology
📧 Contact: [email protected]

✨ This session is part of the worldwide campaign to halt and reverse biodiversity loss, connecting local initiatives to the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework (KMGBF). The IDB 2026 campaign emphasizes a whole-of-society approach — empowering communities, youth, academia, and civil society to act locally while contributing to global targets.

🔬 Step into the Future of Healthcare Innovation with NUMS!

Admissions opening in the 2nd Week of June 2026 for:

🎓 Diploma in Clinical Research (1 Year)
🎓 Certificate in Clinical Research (6 Months)

Designed to prepare skilled and ethical clinical research professionals through practical exposure, workshops, hybrid learning, and industry-focused training.

✅ First structured Clinical Research pathway in Pakistan
✅ Learn from experienced researchers & academicians
✅ Hands-on workshops & internship opportunities
✅ Curriculum aligned with ICH-GCP & DRAP Guidelines
✅ Career opportunities in Clinical Trials, Regulatory Affairs, Research Coordination & Pharmaceutical Industry

📌 Limited Seats Available
📍 Hybrid Learning Mode (Online + Onsite)

Shape your future in one of the fastest-growing healthcare fields with National University of Medical Sciences.

NUMS || Graduate Degree Programs – Fall 2026

In accordance with the latest HEC notification dated 13th May 2026, admissions to all Level 7 (MS/MPhil or equivalent) and Level 8 (PhD or equivalent) programs will now require qualification of the GRE/HAT General and Subject Tests conducted exclusively through the HEC-accredited Education Testing Council (ETC).

📌 Independent university admission tests will no longer be conducted for these programs.
📌 Applicants intending to apply for upcoming PG admissions are advised to register and qualify the relevant GRE/HAT test through HEC/ETC to ensure eligibility.

🗓️ Admissions for PG Fall 2026 are expected to be launched in the 2nd week of June 2026.

📞 For admissions-related queries: 051-9270686
(Monday to Thursday | 0900 – 1400 hrs)

📧 Email: [email protected]

NUMS Webinar: Tracking Food Waste for a Zero Waste Future

Zero Waste Alliance Pakistan (ZWAP), organized a Webinar on April 16 to commemorate the International Day of Zero Waste (ZW) 2026. Hosted by National University of Medical Sciences (NUMS), the webinar titled 'Tracking food waste for a Zero Waste Future' was aligned with United Nation’s theme for this year- Food Waste.

The session, moderated by Dr. Aman Karim (NUMS), brought a panel of distinguished experts and thought leaders including the following:
Mr. Qasim Ali Shah, Deputy Executive Director at SDPI and Head of Systems Research Group, Sustainable Development and Policy Institute (SDPI), Islamabad
Miriam Kugele, Director, Environment and Sustainability Aga Khan University (AKU)

Dr. Zeshan Shaikh, Professor, Institute of Environmental Sciences and Engineering (IESE) and School of Civil and Environmental Engineering (SCEE), National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST)
Mr. Musa Aamir, Entrepreneur and Co-Founder, RIZQ.

The session concluded with a call to action for all stakeholders to move beyond awareness and into the implementation of zero-waste strategies to secure Pakistan’s food and environmental future.

Watch Webinar on You tube
https://youtu.be/ovrI0sOGLbs

Read more: https://numspak.edu.pk/eco/events-meetings

Aga Khan University NUST Rizq UN Environment Programme

NUMS encourages everyone to take small steps towards a healthier future.

Maintain a healthy lifestyle, stay active, eat balanced meals, and monitor your blood pressure regularly. Early awareness and prevention can make a big difference for a healthier heart and better life.

National University of Medical Sciences (NUMS) presents Zauq e Khudai - A tribute to the national resolve, courage and sacrifice in an elegant coffee table book.

Inspired by the events of Marka e Haq, the students of NUMS transformed patriotism, resilience and unwavering faith into a remarkable visual narrative on canvas.

Though formally untrained in the field of visual arts, the students representing MBBS, BDS, Nursing, Public Health, Allied Health Sciences and Psychology - expressed emotions of courage, sacrifice, unity, spiritual strength and national solidarity through paintings, sketches & calligraphy. Their work has been collected in this book, which preserves the nation's valor as living history.

Zauq e Khudai stands as a sacred tribute to the defenders of our motherland, the eternal spirit of devotion, resilience, and national pride.

Pakistan🇵🇰 Hamesha Zindabaad
Pakistan Armed Forces Paindabaad

Zauq e Khudai - Coffee Table Book on Chromatic symbolism of Marka e Haq (Digital Version): https://heyzine.com/flip-book/8ca8fb967d.html

Happy Mother’s Day from NUMS Family

🌿 Transform Healthcare Through Lifestyle Medicine! 🌿

Admissions are now open for the 7th Batch of the Postgraduate Certificate in Lifestyle Medicine (PGC-LSM) 2026 at National University of Medical Sciences.

Gain evidence-based knowledge in nutrition, physical activity, sleep, stress management, behavioral change, and holistic well-being to create a lasting impact in healthcare and community wellness.

📚 Duration: 06 Weeks (Online)
🗓 Classes: Tuesday & Thursday
🎯 Open to healthcare and allied health professionals

📌 Registration Open: 07 May 2026
📌 Last Date to Apply: 02 June 2026
📌 Program Commences: 30 June 2026

Take the next step towards preventive and lifestyle-focused healthcare.

To Apply Now: https://numspak.edu.pk/news-detail/admission-open-session-2026-postgraduate-certificate-in-lifestyle-medicine-2026

📞 Contact: 051-9270686
📧 [email protected]

Maximizing the Utilization of Coursera License for Career Development

Condolence & Recognition Ceremony

Dr. Shaista Aslam was a valued member of NUMS since its early years, playing a significant role in its academic and institutional growth.

Her active participation in key policy-making initiatives and other diverse activities and unwavering dedication will always be remembered with respect and gratitude.

📅 Thursday, 07 May 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
📍 KHINAMS Auditorium, Islamabad

Happy Labor Day!
Today we honor the hands that build, the minds that shape, and the hearts that serve.

Thank you for building a better tomorrow.