Promoting Space Education for a Brighter Future

The Space Research Center (SRC) at the University of Central Punjab (UCP) , in collaboration with RESOLVE and the National Space Agency SUPARCO , successfully organized an insightful seminar titled “SPACE4ALL: Inspiring the Next Generation of Engineers”. The event aimed to spark curiosity and passion for space technology among students and aspiring engineers. The seminar was dedicated to Electro Optical (EO-1) satellite Team - SUPARCO. Dr. M. Kamran Saleem from UCP, along with his team of young engineers, presented various student-developed satellite prototypes, including CanSat, CubeSat, and FloatSat. These innovative models demonstrated the practical applications of satellite technology and provided a hands-on learning experience for students . In addition, the team showcased a basic model rocket prototype and the CanSat deployment mechanism, offering an exciting glimpse into real-world aerospace engineering projects. One of the seminar's key highlights was the exhibition o...

The University of Central Punjab (UCP) proudly announces the successful conclusion of the Space Technology course for Fall 2024! Designed for undergraduate students in the Electrical Engineering Department (EED) , this course provided invaluable hands-on experience in engineering and space technology. Key Learning Areas: 🔹 Satellite Systems & Subsystems 🔹 Space Environment & Satellite Orbits 🔹 PCB Designing & Microcontroller Programming 🔹 3D Printing & Prototyping 🔹 Environmental Sensors & Live Feed Camera Modules 🔹 Antenna Design & Satellite Communications A major highlight of the course was the design and development of antennas and RF receivers, allowing students to capture signals from NOAA satellite. This enabled them to reconstruct images for applications in image processing, environmental monitoring, weather forecasting, and disaster management. This initiative has equipped students with practical skills essential for the future ...

The undergraduate students from the Electrical Engineering Department, University of Central Punjab participated in the prestigious STEM-All Pakistan Project Competition 2025 , held at UET Lahore on February 11, 2025. This one-day event served as a remarkable platform for students nationwide to showcase their innovative projects and gain valuable exposure in the field of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). STEM-All Pakistan is a project-based competition where registered teams engage in an exhibition, presenting their creative solutions to a diverse audience, including industry professionals, academicians, and fellow students. The competition aims to foster innovation, technical expertise, and practical problem-solving skills among young engineers. During the event, the Electrical Engineering students presented a satellite ground station along with various models for student-developed satellites . Their prototypes, demonstrating cutting-edge technology and ...

This initiative brought together key figures from the Space Research Center (SRC) at the University of Central Punjab (UCP) and Research Solutions & Ventures (RESOLVE) . Participants included Dr. Muhammad Waseem (Director, RESOLVE), Dr. Muhammad Kamran Saleem (Associate Professor, UCP Lahore), Dr. Muhammad Latif (Senior Research Engineer, RESOLVE), and Naveed Ahmed (Research Engineer, RESOLVE). Their collective expertise set the stage for meaningful discussions on advancing space technology research. The key highlights from the meeting are as follows, Presentation on SRC-UCP Research Achievements: Dr. Muhammad Kamran Saleem shared a detailed presentation showcasing the research accomplishments and ongoing projects at the Space Research Center (SRC), University of Central Punjab (UCP). Established in 2019, SRC-UCP has been at the forefront of space technology research and education. This presentation served as the foundation for discussions about collaboration opportunities bet...

 We are excited to share a major breakthrough at the Space Research Center (SRC-UCP), University of Central Punjab, Lahore. After months of dedicated effort, our team has successfully captured its first satellite image from a NOAA weather satellite . Since June 2024, researchers at SRC-UCP have been diligently working on designing and developing a custom satellite ground station. This achievement is a testament to their expertise and commitment. The success was made possible by creating specialized VHF antenna systems optimized for satellite signal reception. These include innovative designs such as cross-dipole, V, inverted V, and quadrifilar helix antennas. A software-defined radio (SDR) integrated with GNU Radio served as the receiver, allowing us to decode satellite signals into the stunning image attached below. This image covers the Central Asia region, including Pakistan, Afghanistan, parts of Iran, China, and India. We are also proud to announce that SRC-UCP now ho...

 Dr. M. Kamran Saleem, Founder of the Space Research Center (SRC-UCP) and the principal investigator of the student satellite project funded by the Ministry of Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives, Pakistan , recently showcased significant progress in a presentation to Mr. S. R. Usmani, Director General Monitoring , Planning Commission of Pakistan. Dr. Awais Ahmed Khan, the Co-Principal Investigator (Co-PI) of the project, was also present during the presentation held and PPMI Head Office, Islamabad. During the presentation, Dr. Kamran Saleem provided a comprehensive overview of the project’s objectives and achievements to date. The evaluation committee members expressed their appreciation for the innovative research and development work carried out at SRC-UCP. Following their review, the committee approved the release of the second tranche of funds, ensuring continued progress for the initiative. The project focus on the design and development of student satellite ki...