No nation can make the development and prosperity without scientific knowledge and skilled manpower for which we have to take measurers for illuminating the minds of youth with modern knowledge of science and technology.

No nation can make the development and prosperity without scientific knowledge and skilled manpower for which we have to take measurers for illuminating the minds of youth with modern knowledge of science and technology. It was said by University of Agriculture Faisalabad Vice Chancellor Dr Muhammad Iqbal Zafar on Monday. He addressed International Conference titled new frontier in experimental and theoretical physics arranged by Department of Physics, University of Agriculture Faisalabad. Dean Faculty of Sciences Dr Muhammad Asghar Bajwa , Physics Department Chairman Dr Abdul Ghaffar, Dr Muhammad Faryad from Lahore University of Management Sciences and Dr Norani Muti Mohamed from Malaysia, Dr Muhammad Yasin, Dr Shabbir Mehar and other notables also spoke on the occasion. The Vice Chancellor stressed upon the need to adopt the modern teaching techniques for a better teaching and learning. He urged scientists to work on the problem of a common man and the society. He said that in the modern era, research oriented solutions to the problems facing the mankind, industry and other stakeholders will pave a way to compete with the world. He viewed that even a century ago, one can’t even imagine the comforts of life we are enjoying now-a-days, due to science and technology. Now you voice ran through the sea within no time with telecommunication. He said that alternative methods of electricity were essential to increase the electricity production in which scientists should play their role. Dr Muhammad Asghar Bajwa said that effective communication skills and constant efforts for getting knowledge were prerequisite to excel in any field. He urged the students of sciences to horn their communication and creativity skills as well so that they can exhibit themselves in a better way. Dr Abdul Ghaffar said hat amid the challenge of the modern era, quality education were essential. He added that the university was making all-out effort to ensure quality education and problem-solving research in the campus.