PROFESSIONAL SOCIETIES IN PAKISTAN

1. Pakistan Physical Society (PPS)
2. Pakistan Society for Semiconductor Science and Technology (PS3T)
3. Pakistan Nuclear Society (PNS)
4. Pakistan Institute of Physics (PIP)
5. Khwarzimic Science Society (KSS)
6. The Science Association of Pakistan (SAP)
7. Pakistan Association for Advancement of Sciences (PAAS)
8. Pakistan Association of Scientists and Scientific Professions (PASSP)
9. Scientific and Cultural Society of Pakistan (SCSP)
10. Computer Society of Pakistan (CSP)
11. IEEE Karachi Section
12. IEEE Communications Society Karachi Chapter
13. Networkers’ Society of Pakistan (NSP)
14. Pakistan Information Technology Forum (PITF)
15. Knowledge Management Society of Pakistan (KMSP)
16. Pakistan Association for Science Education (PASE)
17. Pakistan Semiconductor Society (PSS)
18. Karachi Physics Society (KPS)
19. Scientific Society of Pakistan (SSP)
20. Pakistan IT Professionals Network
21. Pakistan Computer Literacy Movement
22. Internet Association of Pakistan (IAP)
23. Pakistan Professionals Engineers Scientists Association Network (PESANET)

1- Pakistan Physical Society (PPS)

The Pakistan Physical Society (PPS), a body of professional physicists, was launched in 1989 and registered in 1990. Its aims and objectives include among others, promotion of physics education and research, popularization and creation of wider awareness of physics and its role in technology and industry. Its activities include organizing symposia, seminars, workshops and conferences in physics. The society is an affiliate chapter of the American Physical Society (APS)

Address: Mr. Khurshid Hasnain (Secretary)
Quaid-e-Azam University
Department of Physics
Islamabad-45329, Pakistan
Website: http://www.pps.org.pk/
Email : khasnain@comsats.net.pk
Membership Classes:
Membership Fees:
Contact Person:

2- Pakistan Society for Semiconductor Science and Technology (PS3T)

Pakistan Society for Semiconductor Science and Technology (PS3T) was established in 1989 primarily to raise awareness of the importance of research and development activity in the field of semiconductors for the development of human society, in general, and for developing countries like Pakistan, in particular. It was intended to provide a forum for the scientific and technological manpower in the Country for their closer mutual contact and scientific cooperation, leading to the overall development of the Country through strengthening of R&D effort in the field of semiconductors.
Address : Semiconductor Physics Laboratory
Department of Physics
Quaid-e-Azam University
Islamabad-45320, Pakistan
Tel. : (+92-51) 2829537
Website : http://www.geocities.com/pssstweb/
Email : pssstweb@yahoo.com

Membership Classes:
· Member - Pakistani and Overseas (with annual payment of membership fee)
· Life Member - Pakistani and Overseas (with lumpsum payment at the time
of joining or at a later stage)
· Student Member - Pakistani and Overseas (with a reduced fee)
· Honorary Member - (scientists of distinction and international standing by invitation only).

Membership Fees:
· Life Member (Local) Rs. 1000/- (once in life)
· Regular Member(Local) Rs. 100/- per annum
· Overseas Member US$ 20 per annum
· Overseas Life Member US$ 200
· Overseas Student Member US$ 10 per annum
Contact Person:
Chairman: Prof. M. Zafar Iqbal,
Ph. 91 51 2829537
E-mail: mzi8149@yahoo.com
E-mail: umarsq@qau.edu.pk

3- Pakistan Nuclear Society (PNS)

Pakistan Nuclear Society (PNS) came into being in 1991 and so far has a membership of well over one thousand and five hundreds. Pakistan Nuclear Society is a non-governmental, non-political and no profit making organization in its mission. It is a democratic forum, which provides an opportunity for the realization of the aspiration of its members. Pakistan Nuclear Society is a member of the International Nuclear Society Council (I.N.S.C). It has liaison with European Nuclear Society and American Nuclear Society.
Aims and Objectives:
• To promote the advancement of research in nuclear science and technology and allied disciplines.
• Promote application of nuclear science and technology for public welfare in areas of power, agriculture, medicine and industry.
• Encourage education in nuclear science and engineering and allied disciplines.
• Help disseminate basic information on the use and application of nuclear energy in various fields and thereby contribute towards public understanding of the potential of nuclear energy.
• Help enhance public safety related to nuclear activities.
• Further the interest of the community of scientists, engineers, geologists and medical doctors associated with nuclear science and technology.
• Help establish contacts and collaboration with similar bodies in other countries.

Address: Secretary, PNS
C/o Director SI&PR
P.O. Box 1114
Islamabad, Pakistan
Tel. : (+92-51) 9206384
Fax : (+92-51) 9206384
Email : sipr@paec.gov.pk & mijaz@paec.gov.pk
Website: N/A
Membership Classes: Yearly and Life Membership
Membership Fees: Rs. 200/- per year for Yearly Membership and Rs. 1,600/- for the life membership.

Contact Person: Muhammad Ijaz (Secretary)

4- The Pakistan Institute of Physics (PIP)

Introduction: Established in 1975.
Address: Department of Physics,
University of Engineering & Technology Lahore
Lahore-54890, Pakistan
Tel. : (+92-42) 6829204, 6829479
Fax : (+92-42) 6822566
Email : khaleeq1953@yahoo.com
Website: N/A
Membership Classes: Annual Members & Life Time Members
Membership Fees: Rs. 250/- & Rs. 1000/- respectively.
Contact Person: Prof. Dr. M. Khaleeq ur Rahman (Secretary)

5. Khwarzimic Science Society (KSS)

The importance of science as an essential ingredient required for the progress of Pakistan and its citizens, particularly students of science and the urgent need to create a vision of science rather than a mere recital of science in the present science education system.
Address: Centre of Excellence in Solid State Physics
Punjab University
Quaid-e-Azam Campus
Lahore-54590, Pakistan
Tel. : (+92-42) 9231136
Fax : (+92-42) 9231139
Website: http://www.khwarzimic.org/
Email: info@khwarzimic.org
Membership Classes:
· Full year
· Half Year
· Life
Membership Fees:
· Full year: Pak Rs. 225/- per year
· Half Year: Pak Rs. 125/- (University of Engineering & Technology, Lahore Students only)
· Life: Pak Rs. 1,000/-
Contact Person:

6. The Science Association of Pakistan (SAP)

SAP was established in response to the need for a professional forum where science educators can meet and share their experiences to improve the quality of science education in Pakistan. Through this platform science teachers are acquainted with the most recent teaching / learning methodologies, theories and research findings in the field of science education.
Address: Aga Khan University Institute for Educational Development (AKU-IED)
IED-PDC, 1-5/B-VII,
F.B. Area, Karimabad, P.O Box 13688,
Karachi-75950, Pakistan.
Tel : (+92-21) 6347611-4, 92-03332297085
Fax : (+92-21) 6347616
Website: http://ptan.org/association/sap.htm
Email : sap@ptan.org, farahhuma@hotmail.com
Membership Classes: 1. Teacher Member 2. Associate Member
Membership Fees: Rs. 200 per Anum
Contact Person: Farah Huma, Chairperson

7. Pakistan Association for Advancement of Sciences (PAAS)

Introduction: Soon after the establishment of Pakistan recognizing an urgent need for a scientific in the country for the promotion and development of science and to make arrangements for the publication of scientific papers as well as a forum for scientific meetings, the Pakistan Association for Advancement of Science was founded of 12th December, 1947 at a largely attended scientist’s meeting held at the Punjab University of Institute of Chemistry (now Allama Iqbal Campus) Lahore. Prof. M. Afzal Hussain former Vice-Chancellor of the Punjab University was elected as its President and Dr. Bashir Ahmad, Director, Institute of Chemistry, Punjab University Lahore as the General Secretary.
Aims & Objectives:
To work for the general advancement of science including its application to practical problems.
(a) To promote and encourage research in different branches of science and to help development of science at the national level.
(b) To hold meeting to discuss National Policy and other problems of special importance to the country.
(c) To stimulate public interest and enlist public support for science.
(d) To organize conferences, symposium, seminars on subjects of scientific interest, expeditions and field studies.
(e) To award research fellowship, prize, medals and financial grant-in-aid for special research.
(f) To publish Proceeding, Journals, Memoirs, Transactions and Monographs as may be found desirable and feasible for dissemination of knowledge concerning pure and applied science.
(g) To promote and safeguard the interest of scientific workers in Pakistan.
(h) To undertake the establishment of Science Centers in major town in country.
(i) To maintain, develop and extend in international relations in the field of science and maintain contacts with foreign scientific organizations with similar objects.
(j) To secure, administer and raise funds, grants and endowments for the realization of the above objects.
(k) To undertake all such other works as may assist in the furtherance of the above objects.

Address: First Floor, 67 Shadman Plaza,
Shadman Market, Lahore, Pakistan.
Tel. : (+92-42) 7578770
Fax : (+92-42) 7532014
Email : cmsaleem@wol.net.pk, arshad_paas@hotmail.com
Website: N/A
Membership Classes: Annual Members &
Membership Fees:
Registered: Under the Societies Registration Act 1860 (Registration No. Rp/116 dated 01-10-1975)
Contact Person: Dr. Muhammad Arshad, General Secretary

8. Pakistan Association of Scientists and Scientific Professions (PASSP)

Introduction: The Pakistan Association of Scientists and Scientific Professions (PASSP) is a voluntary body of scientists, technologists and engineers serving in research organizations, universities, colleges, schools, government Departments as well as industry. The main objective of the Association is the promotion and popularization of science and technology in Pakistan through the holding of science fairs, seminars, symposia, lectures and the establishment of science and agricultural clubs as well as science centres etc. One of its main objectives is to ensure application of science and technology for the development of natural resources leading to economic well being of the nation. It collaborates with other N.G.O’s towards the furtherance of this important objective. The Association is neither a trade union nor a bargaining agent nor has any political affiliation. The Association organizes seminar, symposia, workshops and monthly lectures on a wide range of subjects and disciplines.
Address: Salimuzzaman Siddiqui Centre,
ST-4, Block-5, Gulshan Iqbal,
Rashid Minhas Road,
Karachi-75300, Pakistan
Tel. : (+92-21) 9243399, 4989415
Fax : (+92-21) 9243399
Email : pakassp@yahoo.com
Website: N/A
Membership Classes: Life Membership & Honorary Membership
Membership Fees: Rs. 1,115/- for Life Membership
Registered: Under the Societies Act XXI of 1860 (Registration No. 932 dated 10-07-1959)
Contact Person: Mr. Raizul Hasan Khan, Vice President & Mr. Khalid Ali Khan, General Secretary

9. The Scientific and Cultural Society of Pakistan (SCSP)

Introduction: Educational and Research Training Courses, Workshops, Seminars, Lectures and Conferences in the field of Wildlife, Wetland, Protected areas, Biodiversity, Computer Science, Environmental pollution, Natural History etc. Publish a scientific journal: Journal of Natural History & Wildlife (biannual).
Address: B-7 Sheet No. 25, Model Colony
Karachi-75100, Pakistan
Tel. : (+92-21) 4409336
Fax : (+92-21) 4409336
Email : zaheerk2k@yahoo.com
Website: http://scsp.sdnpk.org
Membership Classes: Associate and Full Member
Membership Fees: Rs. 200/year
Contact Office: Dr. M. Zaheer Khan
Department of Zoology,
University of Karachi,
Karachi-75270.

10. Computer Society of Pakistan (CSP)

Introduction:
The Computer Society of Pakistan (CSP) is the national organization of Information Technology professionals in the country. It was established in 1973 to promote the use of computers, increase general awareness among the public and to look after the professional interests of the IT personnel in the country.

The Society holds lectures, seminars and technology forums which provide an excellent platform for the interaction of professionals. It organizes annual computer exhibitions and software competitions all over the country with the objective of fostering a better future for IT in Pakistan.

The Computer Society of Pakistan sponsors students to take part in the international software competitions in various countries as well as organizes various programs for the youth. The current membership of the Society is over 2000 professionals working in over 350 public and private sector organizations.
The head office of the Society is located in Karachi with chapter offices in

· Karachi
· Lahore
· Islamabad
· Peshawar

Aims & Objectives
· To facilitate the professional advancement of personnel engaged in Information Technology and related occupation.
· To promote knowledge of the development and use of IT equipment and related techniques.
· To provide facilities for exchange of information and views of IT equipment and related techniques.
· To foster and encourage high standards of professional ethics and conduct among its members.
· To prescribe professional qualifications and to conduct examinations for members and others in the field of Information Technology.

Address: Computer Society of Pakistan
3rd Floor, Sasi Arcade,
Main Clifton Road,
Karachi 75600, Pakistan
Tel. : (+92-21) 587.1819, 586.2418
Fax : (+92-21) 586.2418.
Email : karachi@csp.org.pk
Website: http://www.csp.org.pk, http://xthost.info/csp/

11. IEEE Karachi Section

Introduction: This is the Karachi Chapter of the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers.
Address:
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Website: http://www.ewh.ieee.org/r10/karachi/
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Contact Person: Mr. Sheikh Imranul Haque (Chairman)

There are three IEEE sections in Pakistan:
· Karachi Section
· Lahore Section
· Islamabad Section

12. IEEE Communications Society Karachi Chapter

Introduction: Communications Society of IEEE is a community of industry professionals with a common interest of advancing communication technologies. The society sponsors conferences, seminars, workshops, publications, educational programs, local activities and technical committees that:

· Foster original work in all aspects of communications science, engineering and technology.
· Encourage the development of applications that use signals to transfer voice, data, image and/or video information between locations.

· Promote the theory and use of systems involving all types of terminals, computers, and information processors; all pertinent systems and operations that facilitate transfer; all transmission media; switched and unswitched networks; and network layouts, protocols, architectures, and implementations.

· And strongly advance developments toward meeting new market demands in systems, products, and technologies such as personal communications services, multimedia communications systems, enterprise networks, and optical communications systems.

Address:
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Website: http://www.comsoc.org/%7Ekarachi/
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Contact Person: Mr. Fasih Ahmed Masood (Lead Consultant)
Associated Consulting & Research
Suite # 101, Survey Center, Block-N, North Nazimabad
Karachi - 74700 Pakistan
Phone: +92-21-6645504
Cell: +92-3333-5237435
E-mail: f.a.masood@ieee.org, ndogar@nationalbank.com.pk

13. Networkers’ Society of Pakistan (NSP)

Introduction: Formation of The Networkers’ Society of Pakistan (NSP) was announced on 9th August 2005, at a grand inaugural ceremony, along with the commencement of ITCN Asia 2005, in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Privatization & Investment, the Federal Ministry of IT & Telecom and E-Commerce Gateway Singapore.

NSP is the first of its kind in Pakistan. It has been formed with a view to providing a shared domain for the Networking professionals and aspirants, network service providers and consumers, and will serve as a catalyst to boost the Networking and communication industry in Pakistan. The society will also work for the betterment of Academia as a top agenda in its charter.

Address: A-31, (Ground Floor) Central Commercial Area, K.C.H.S,
Union Ltd. Block 7 & 8, Main Shahra-e-Faisal, Karachi, Pakistan.
Tel. : (+92-21) 4320513-4-5 (3 lines)
Fax : (+92-21)
Email : info@nsp.org.pk
Website: http://www.nsp.org.pk
Membership Classes:

· Professional
· Students
Membership Fees:
Professional:
Annual Fees: Rs.6,000/=

Students:
Annual Fees: Rs.3,000/=

Contact Person:

14. Pakistan Information Technology Forum (PITF)

Introduction: The Pakistan Information Technology Forum (PITF) is an organization to promote Information Technology in Pakistan, help and provide guidance to our young generation, so that they get required information, quality training about today’s and tomorrow’s technology the Information Technology.

Pakistan Information Technology last year was supported by only Internet Service Providers Association of Pakistan, and with the start of new millennium PITF received the huge support from Export Promotion Bureau, Government of Pakistan. PITF on the road of success now hand shaking with Pakistan Software Houses Association and Pakistan Export Board.

Pakistan Information Technology Forum is open to all IT professionals and companies, registering them and create a database and use the human resources in the benefit of IT industry of Pakistan. PITF objective is to collectively work and share resources, help transfer of Information Technology from developing countries and promote IT business.

Address: M-5, Dada Terrace, Medicare
Hospital, Shaheed-e-Millat Road,
Karachi-74800 Pakistan
Tel. : (+92-21) 4946683, 4947684
Fax : (92-21) 4921541
Email : info@pitf.org
Website: http://www.pitf.org
Membership Classes:
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Contact Person: Mr. Wasim Ahmed

15. Knowledge Management Society of Pakistan (KMSP)

Knowledge Management Society of Pakistan (KMSP) was established in January 2005, with support of scholars, academicians and professionals of Pakistan striving to promote Knowledge Management practices for transforming Pakistan into a knowledge society. The society has established good working relationships with other national and international societies striving to promote KM.

Knowledge Management Society of Pakistan (KMSP) is a registered charitable organization under the Societies Registration Act of 1860, Government of Pakistan and is lead under the Chairmanship of Dr. M. Anwar-ur-Rehman Pasha with a mission that through education, research and training, promote ICT based knowledge management culture in public and private organizations of Pakistan as a key to sustainable growth of socio-economic and intellectual capital necessarily required for gaining competitive advantages in a globalize environment

Introduction:
We will not meet our objectives overnight. KMSP is moving towards motivating the creation of policy frameworks for the next five years. We must compete more effectively in today’s tough markets if we are to prosper in the markets of tomorrow. In Government, in business, in our universities and throughout society we must do much more to foster a new entrepreneurial spirit: equipping ourselves for the long term, prepared to seize opportunities, committed to constant innovation and enhanced performance. That is the route to commercial success and prosperity for all. We must put the future on Pakistan’s side.

(i). To establish a non-profit, charitable professional society for the citizens of Pakistan to promote Knowledge Management practices for improving the socio-economic conditions of individuals, organizations and the nation as a whole.
(ii). On non-profit basis, model and advocate the creation, acquisition, exchange, sharing, and productive use of knowledge for global competitiveness and sustainable human development.
(iii). On non-profit basis, build and sustain an ecology of learning centers that are autonomous but interconnected, multiplying knowledge through sharing and synergy, and providing services of the highest quality to the local and global community.
(iv). To inculcate and practice the values of the knowledge professional: innovative, continuously learning, open, sharing, networking, and enabling.
(v). To explore and promote new ways of knowledge based employment through exploiting Information and Communication Technologies in order to eradicate poverty.
(vi). On non-profit basis, establish educational institutes of international repute to conduct research and impart quality education to make Pakistan a “Knowledge Society” leading towards a sustainable and prosperous future.
(vii). To grant scholarships to intelligent and deserving students to continue their educational pursuit.
(viii). To recognize, fund and facilitate researchers to conduct innovative and creative research activities in lieu the national interest.
(ix). On non-profit basis, provide lifelong learning opportunities through conducting Knowledge Based trainings, certification courses, workshops, seminars, exhibitions, conferences and other knowledge promotional activities.
(x). To develop, implement and maintain knowledge Management software.
(xi). To publish KM research journal, technology magazine and other publications
to issue annual reports to promote views, opinions and research findings concerning knowledge management.

Address: House No 793
Shadman Colony 1
Lahore, Pakistan
Tel. : (+92-42)
Fax : (92-42)
Email : info@kmspak.org, membership@kmspak.org
Website: http://www.kmspak.org/
Membership Classes:
Knowledge Management Society of Pakistan offers the following types of membership:
· Individual Membership
· Executive Membership
· Corporate Membership
· Fellowship

Membership Fees:
· Members shall pay Annual Membership Fee by the 31st June of each fiscal year.
· The respective amounts of Admission Fee and Annual Membership Fee shall be determined by the Board of Directors.
Contact Person: Dr. M. Anwar-ur-Rahman Pasha, Chairman

16. Pakistan Association for Science Education (PASE)

Introduction:
Address: Department of Science Education
University of the Punjab
Quaid-e-Azam Campus
Lahore-54590, Pakistan.
Contact : Mr. Hafiz Muhammad Iqbal
Tel. : (+92-42)
Fax :
Email :
Website:
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17. Pakistan Semiconductor Society (PSS)

18. Karachi Physics Society (KPS)

19. Scientific Society of Pakistan (SSP)

20. Pakistan IT Professionals Network
Website: http://www.pakistannet.org

21. Pakistan Computer Literacy Movement
Website: http://www.pclm.com.pk

22. Internet Association of Pakistan (IAP)

The Internet Association of Pakistan is a non-profit, non-governmental, professional membership organization established in 1997 to promote Internet technology in Pakistan. It focuses on home-based self-employment opportunities through the Internet, Internet growth and standards, e-commerce education and policy issues in Pakistan. IAP has chapters in Islamabad, Lahore, Faisalabad, Gujranwala, Karachi, and Quetta. Foreign chapters include USA, Canada, UK, Australia and Kazakhstan. This upcoming information rich website outlines its mission statement and achievements, offers regular IT news updates, employment opportunities, email, and a newsletter. Interesting articles like the history of the Internet, and downloadable documents like the government's Information Technology policy are also available at this site.
Website: http://www.iap.org.pk

23. Pakistan Professionals Engineers Scientists Association Network (PESANET)

Founded in 1982, as a professional organization for practicing professionals, engineers, scientists, entrepreneurs, and scholars of Pakistani origin. Accepts all professionals of Pakistani origin.
Website: http://pesanet.best.vwh.net/ & http://www.best.com/~pesanet/Chapters/