NUST Faculty Dr. Farkhanda Afzal Participates in Heidelberg Laureate Forum 2026
NUST proudly highlights the participation of Dr. Farkhanda Afzal, Associate Professor, SEECS, NUST, as an Alumni Guest at the 13th Heidelberg Laureate Forum (HLF 2026) in Heidelberg, Germany. The prestigious week-long forum brought together young researchers from around the world with leading laureates in mathematics and computer science, including recipients of the Nobel Prize, Fields Medal, and ACM A.M. Turing Award.
During the Forum, Dr. Afzal engaged in small-group interactions, table talks and workshops, contributing perspectives from applied mathematics, mathematical modelling, AI, computational science, and STEM education. Her participation provided opportunities to exchange ideas with leading researchers and young scientists while strengthening international academic connections.
HLF provides a unique platform where generations of researchers come together to discuss emerging ideas, scientific challenges and the future of research. Dr. Afzal’s participation reflects NUST’s growing engagement with the global mathematical and scientific community and its commitment to fostering research, innovation and interdisciplinary collaboration.