Events

Visit to KP Elementary and Secondary Education Dept.

5 September 2025

The Secured IoT Devices Lab (SID Lab), UET Peshawar, was invited at the KP Elementary & Secondary Education Department (ESED), Government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

It was a privilege to meet Mr. Muhammad Masood (Special Secretary, ESED) and Mr. Syed Zain Ullah Shah (Chief Planning Officer, ESED), and discuss the STEM Education initiative for primary and secondary schools.

The discussion highlighted the integration of Robotics, AI, and hands-on STEM activities into schools, building on SID Lab’s expertise in STEM.

ESED appreciated our past efforts and expressed strong interest in collaboration, marking a promising step towards preparing the next generation with future-ready skills in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).

Farewell for Fellow SIDer's

20 August 2025

Farewell, but not goodbye

SID Lab had the privilege of mentoring two amazing undergrad students this summer:

Anousha Gul – Pak Austria Fachhochschule

Hafsa Syed – GIKI

They contributed to projects in IoT, medical diagnostics, smart technologies, and STEM initiatives, leaving behind a mark of hard work and innovation.

Their dedication shows what the next generation of innovators is capable of.

SID Lab is proud to send them off with the confidence that they will continue shaping technology for a better tomorrow.

STEM Summer Camp Closing Ceremony

12 August 2025

STEM Summer Camp 2025 - Closing Ceremony

Prof. Dr. M. Sadiq Khattak, Vice Chancellor UET Peshawar, honored the ceremony as Chief Guest, and encouraged the participants to continue exploring, creating, and innovating. His inspiring words motivated the budding engineers to aim high and contribute positively to the world of science and technology.

The ceremony also recognized the dedicated efforts of our instructors: Masood Iqbal Marwat, Muhammad Maaz, Usama Salam, Maira Zafar, and Hafsa Syed, whose guidance, encouragement, and teamwork made the camp a valuable and memorable learning experience.

Under the supervision of Dr. Safdar Marwat (Director, SID Lab) and the leadership of Engr. Waseem Khan (Lead Instructor), the camp became a launchpad for the next generation of innovators and problem-solvers.

STEM Summer Camp - Batch 2

7 August 2025

Scene: A Lab Full of Curiosity. A Table Full of Wires. A Mind Full of Ideas.

Each day, curious young minds walk into our lab and step into a world of circuits, code, and creativity. From blinking LEDs to smart sensors, the journey is more than just technical, it’s transformational.

STEM Summer Camp 2025 isn’t just about learning.

It’s about discovering potential, solving problems, and imagining what’s possible.

The energy? Electric. The passion? Real. The future? Bright.

Led by: Engr. Waseem Khan

With Support from: Masood Iqbal, Muhammad Maaz, Usama Salam, Hafsa Syed, Maira Zafar

Summer Trip to Nathiagali

22 July 2025

Summer 2025 - This summer, the SID Lab team and members took a refreshing break from their busy schedules and set out on an unforgettable trip to Nathiagali. Surrounded by cool breezes, lush green mountains, and breathtaking views, the journey was not just about fun—it was about making memories together.

The team enjoyed every moment, from long walks through pine forests to sharing laughter and stories over meals. It was a perfect blend of relaxation, bonding, and adventure, giving everyone a chance to recharge their minds.

Trips like these remind us that learning and growth are not limited to labs and classrooms—sometimes the best lessons come from shared experiences, teamwork, and enjoying nature together.

STEM Summer Camp - Batch 1

21 July 2025

STEM Summer Camp 2025 - Batch 01 concludes with young innovators building bots, solving problems, and diving into the world of tech.

From robotics and coding to electronics and teamwork, they explored it all, unlocking potential through fun, hands-on STEM activities.

This wasn’t just a camp - it was a launchpad.

As always, Hash Computing was there to support us.

Here’s a glimpse of the energy, creativity, and achievement at SID Lab!

Celebrating Excellence: SID Lab Team Secures 18th Position at DPSPC 2025

17 July 2025

Congratulations to Ibad Khan, Talha Khan and Muhammad Maaz for their outstanding performance at the Grand Finale of the Digital Pakistan Speed Programming Competition (DPSPC) 2025 by Ignite - National Technology Fund held at GIKI on 17 July 2025.

Securing 18th position out of 1,444 teams from across Pakistan is a remarkable accomplishment, reflecting their dedication, skill, and teamwork.

SID Lab takes great pride in its undergraduate researchers for representing excellence in competitive programming. Well done!