ICON team visits Air University for FICS Collaboration

FICS (Finding Innovative & Creative Solutions) continues to expand its collaborative network, forging strong partnerships with national HEIs and international universities to provide students with greater exposure and opportunities in the innovation ecosystem. These collaborations are aimed at facilitating local and international pitching events, enabling student innovators to showcase their ground-breaking ideas on global platforms. On February 13, 2025, ICON held a productive meeting at Air University to discuss FICS and explore opportunities for enhanced collaboration. The discussion focused on increasing student participation, integrating industry-driven problem-solving into academic projects, and fostering joint initiatives to promote innovation and entrepreneurship. Both sides emphasized the importance of leveraging research and technical expertise to address real-world challenges, with Air University expressing keen interest in strengthening its engagement with FICS. The meeting also highlighted potential cross-institutional collaborations, mentorship programs, and joint pitching events to further support student-led innovation. This engagement marks another step towards expanding FICS’s outreach, strengthening academia-industry linkages, and creating impactful opportunities for young innovators in Pakistan’s entrepreneurial landscape.