Centre for Water Informatics and Technology

20/05/2026

Paid Summer Internship under the SMALLPAK Project at WIT, LUMS! 🌾

Looking to apply your tech skills to real-world environmental challenges this summer? The Centre for Water Informatics and Technology (WIT) at LUMS is officially opening applications for paid internship positions under the SMALLPAK project!

If you are an undergraduate or graduate student ready to dive deep into AI, Remote Sensing, IoT, Data Science, or Mathematical Modeling, this is your chance to build systems that create a lasting impact on climate resilience and agriculture in Punjab.

⌛ Deadline: May 29, 2026
👉 Check out the available projects, eligibility criteria, and application instructions here: https://wit.lums.edu.pk/SMALLPAK-Summer-Internships-2026

13/05/2026

How do history, technology, and political economy shape access to water in the Muslim world?

The Centre for Water Informatics and Technology (WIT), in collaboration with the OOxford Centre for Islamic Studiesand the OODID - Oxford Department of International Development is co-organizing a multidisciplinary workshop at the University of Oxford on May 21–22, 2026.

This forum brings together global experts to explore water justice across the Indus, Nile, and Euphrates–Tigris basins. By bridging the gap between historical governance, political economy, and geospatial data, the workshop seeks to identify new pathways for equitable and resilient water systems.

🔗 Event Information: https://events.ox.ac.uk/oxford_event/946f48bb-ca4a-f111-bec6-6045bdd24be6

📝 Register Here: https://www.oxcis.ac.uk/form/water-justice-in-muslim-societie

08/05/2026

Missed Dr. Zeshan Ismat's lecture on “Tectonics, Climate, & Community: A Hybrid Strategy for Water Security in the Indus River Basin, Pakistan”? You can now watch the full recording below.

Dr. Zeeshan Ismat, Professor of Geosciences at Franklin & Marshall College, visited Lahore University of Management Sciences to deliver a collaborative seminar organized by Syed Babar Ali School of Science and Engineering, MGSHSS LUMS, and the Centre for Water Informatics and Technology (WIT-LUMS).

Her lecture examined how climate change, groundwater depletion, and geological dynamics are reshaping water security in Pakistan, and highlighted the potential of a hybrid, community-driven approach for developing more resilient and sustainable water management solutions.
Watch the lecture here:

Dr. Zeeshan Ismat, Professor of Geosciences at Franklin & Marshall College, visited LUMS to lead a collaborative seminar organized by SBASSE, MGSHSS, and the...

08/05/2026

Paid Summer Internships 2026 (Exclusively for LUMS Students)
WIT-LUMS, in collaboration with Open Energy Transition (OET), is offering 4 paid remote internships (June–August 2026) focused on strengthening Pakistan’s open energy data ecosystem.

Work on meaningful, hands-on projects, such as building a nationwide map of Pakistan’s power grid using AI, identifying and filling gaps in open energy datasets, and developing insights on rooftop and utility-scale solar, while helping make energy data more reliable and useful for Pakistan’s evolving energy transition.

For any questions or clarifications, please reach out to: Dr. Muhammad Awais – [email protected]
Deadline: May 12, 2026
Read more: https://lnkd.in/d5-DUFa8
Apply here: https://lnkd.in/dKv8tvXU

30/04/2026

WIT is pleased to invite you to a symposium on Justice in Applied Systems Analysis. Bringing together researchers, practitioners, and students, this symposium explores how questions of justice and equity shape applied systems analysis across water, climate, energy, and disaster risk domains.

Join us for an engaging and thought-provoking evening of ideas, dialogue, and collaboration. External participants can join the symposium by scanning the QR code provided on the event poster.

Registration Link:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSevvhaiHLbD7g1nJeShigLotc5suSU7K01dhrYVASzAgmGeGQ/viewform

20/04/2026

Dr. Zeshan Ismat (Franklin & Marshall College) visited LUMS for a collaborative seminar jointly organized by WIT, MGSHSS LUMS, and Syed Babar Ali School of Science and Engineering where she spoke on “Tectonics, Climate, & Community” and unpacked Pakistan’s growing water crisis. Highlighting the Indus River Basin’s vulnerability due to glacial melt and groundwater depletion, she emphasized that future water insecurity is imminent without urgent action. A key focus of her research was the identification of fractured rock aquifers in Pakistan, an untapped freshwater resource with transformative potential. However, she stressed that technical solutions must be paired with community-driven approaches such as rainwater harvesting, small dams, and local water governance.
Her visit also fostered discussions with WIT on future collaboration, alongside a showcase of indigenous technologies supporting precision agriculture and water conservation.

Read more: https://wit.lums.edu.pk/news/tectonics-climate-and-community-rethinking-water-security-indus-basin

09/04/2026

Excited to share this collaborative seminar by Syed Babar Ali School of Science and Engineering, MGSHSS LUMS, and WIT at Lahore University of Management Sciences.

Join us for an engaging evening with Dr. Zeshan Ismat as we explore the intersections of tectonics, climate change, and community-led solutions for water security in the Indus River Basin. A conversation that brings together science, sustainability, and local knowledge to rethink our approach to one of Pakistan’s most pressing challenges.
LCE Auditorium, SBASSE
Wednesday, 15th April | 6 PM
Registration Link: https://forms.gle/w24YHkZvchhTmHaFA

A thoughtful evening on science, sustainability, and community-led solutions!

Join us for a collaborative seminar by SSE, HSS, and WIT at LUMS, featuring Dr. Zeshan Ismat, Professor of Geosciences at Franklin & Marshall College.

Tectonics, Climate, and Community: A Hybrid Strategy for Water Security in the Indus River Basin, Pakistan explores how climate change, groundwater depletion, and geological shifts are reshaping water security in Pakistan—and how a hybrid, community-driven approach can offer more resilient and sustainable solutions.

From fractured-rock aquifers to indigenous conservation practices, the talk brings together science and society to reimagine how we manage one of our most critical resources.

📍 LCE Auditorium, SBASSE
Wednesday, 15th April | 6 PM

Open to the LUMS community.

Public registration here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdeNl_NspQJnjVBEfd41Iq0EjS_BQcPWaMSVKt5CJszSUW1JA/viewform

12/03/2026

‘Aab Beeti’ Episode 2 | Dr. Fozia Parveen – The Journey of a Change Maker
What does it take to bridge the distance between the remote mountains of Gilgit‑Baltistan and the academic halls of University of Oxford?

In Episode 2 of Aab Beeti, we feature Dr. Fozia Parveen, former Postdoctoral Fellow and Adjunct Faculty at the Centre for Water Informatics & Technology (WIT), LUMS.

Growing up amidst the glaciers and streams of northern Pakistan, Dr. Parveen’s early experiences with nature shaped her lifelong commitment to environmental protection. This journey eventually led her to pursue a DPhil in Engineering Science at Oxford and to dedicate her research to tackling critical water and environmental challenges.

At WIT, Dr. Parveen contributed to pioneering research on aquatic microplastics and innovative wastewater treatment, while also inspiring students through her teaching on environmental science.

Our series, ‘Aab Beeti,’ continues to tell the story of water through the personal stories of our people. We are celebrating the invaluable contributions of the researchers and faculty who have shaped the Centre for Water Informatics and Technology (WIT). Join us as we share their experiences, reflections, and their roles in our mission.

Watch the full episode to hear her inspiring story.
Voice & Interview: Aliha Bukhari

What does it take to bridge the gap between the remote mountains of Gilgit-Baltistan and the halls of Oxford? Meet Dr. Fozia Parveen, a former Postdoctoral F...

03/03/2026

The Centre for Water Informatics and Technology (WIT), in collaboration with Open Energy Transition (OET), held a virtual training session on OpenStreetMap and MapYourGrid to support data-driven energy planning. The training was led by Tobias Augrburger and combined technical insights with a hands-on solar mapping exercise. The session concluded with an interactive Q&A

Read more:
https://wit.lums.edu.pk/news/wit-and-oet-host-virtual-training-openstreetmap-and-mapyourgrid-renewable-energy-mapping

24/02/2026

The Centre for Water Informatics and Technology (WIT) at LUMS has signed an MoU with Weather and Climate Services (WCS) to strengthen research collaboration on climate science, water management, and energy research, with a focus on national, regional, and Global South challenges. The partnership will support joint research projects, capacity-building initiatives, and technological innovation.
Read more: https://wit.lums.edu.pk/news/wit-wcs-sign-mou-advance-collaborative-research

10/02/2026

Twenty-five fellows from the 2026 cohort of Two Cultures Institute (TCI) Fellowship Program visited WIT to explore interdisciplinary research in water, agriculture, and energy systems. The visit included tours of WIT’s sensor production facility and Agricultural Robotics Lab, along with interactions with faculty, researchers, and PhD scholars. Fellows gained insights into cutting-edge technologies, ongoing research, and future collaboration opportunities.

Read more: https://wit.lums.edu.pk/news/tci-fellows-visit-centre-water-informatics-and-technology-lums