SGAC Pakistan

National Points of Contact
Pakistan
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Welcome to the SGAC Pakistan page! Pakistan is a member of the UN and UN COPUOS. This page contains details on upcoming space related events in Pakistan. Please also check our link section for further information on these events. If you have any questions, the SGAC NPoCs are glad to answer them. You do not need to be an astronaut or rocket scientist to have an interest in space, and therefore we encourage contribution from youth when working on space related issues. SGAC Pakistan provides you with a platform to be active in space and bring new ideas and spirit to the programme. Grow the network...join us!

 

Young Space Activities Overview in Pakistan

In Pakistan, in addition to the opportunities provided by SGAC, many space-related activities are organised by various organisations and institutions, such as the Khwarzimic Science Society, the Lahore Astronomical Society, the Society of the Sun and the Pakistan Amateur Astronomers Society. Most of these activities are Falakyati Melas (i.e., Astrofests or public stargazing events). In 2010, various activities were initiated by Pakistan’s National Space Administration (SUPARCO) commemorating the World Space Week. The most active institutions are UET Lahore, Punjab University, and Institute of Space Technology at Islamabad. The future of space activities in Pakistan is promising as more events are being planned to raise awareness of space.

 

Country-Specific Events in 2011

  • Training Course on Image Processing using ERDAS Imagine (3-7 Jan), Karachi: The course is aimed at providing basic concepts of image processing and extensive hands-on-experience of working on the ERDAS IMAGINE Image Processing Platform. A variety of image processing functions available in ERDAS IMAGINE will be covered, which includes but is not limited to data extraction, image enhancements, data merging and mosiacing, classification, map composition, geo-coding, virtual GIS and vector data handling as well as 3D tools.
  • Advanced Training on Remote Sensing and GIS (4-15 Apr), Karachi: The course is aimed at providing concepts and knowledge on the advanced techniques being used in GIS development and applications. It will also cover topics relating to operationalization of remote sensing and GIS in different discipline areas.
  • Hands on Training Course on ArcGIS (6-10 Jun), Karachi: The course is aimed at providing basic concepts of GIS with extensive hands-on-experience on the ArcGIS platform. It will cover a wide range of tools available through a single platform, ranging from desktop mapping to spatial analysis. It will navigate through the three basic ArcGIS interfaces including ArcCatalogue, ArcMap and Arc Toolbox. Additionally, the training will also cover ArcScene and ArcGlobe for 3D modeling, display, and access to global views of the earth.

 

Interesting Web Links for the Young Generation in Pakistan

Groups, People

Pakistan Amateur Astronomers Society: http://astronomer.zoomshare.com/0.html
Khwarzimic Science Society: http://beta.khwarizmi.org/
Lahore Astronomical Society

Studies

Institute of Space Technology, Islamabad: http://www.ist.edu.pk/
Khawarzmic Science society: http://www.khwarzimic.org/
Pakistan Space Agency: www.suparco.gov.pk

Government

Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission: http://www.suparco.gov.pk/

Documents

National report of Pakistan in SGAC's annual report 2010
 

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