Elevating Research Excellence: Prof. Dr. Anis Ahmad's Inspiring Seminar on Research Ethics The Research Activity Assessment Seminar on Research Ethics, held on December 4, 2023, at Iqbal Hall, Ibn E Rushd Block, was a riveting exploration into the world of ethical research practices. Highlights of the Seminar: Dynamic Speaker: Prof. Dr. Anis Ahmad, the illustrious Vice Chancellor of Riphah International University, graced the occasion as the guest speaker. Enlightening Talk: The session commenced with the soul-stirring recitation of Qirat and Naat, setting the stage for an enlightening discourse on Research Ethics. Key Insights Shared: 1. Originality Matters: Prof. Dr. Anis Ahmad stressed the importance of choosing original and innovative research topics. 2. No Copy-Paste: A stern reminder to research scholars - copying without proper referencing is a scholarly sin. 3. Escape the Comfort Zone: In qualitative research, stepping out of the comfort zone is the key to excellence. 4. Time and Focus: Standard research demands time and focus; shortcuts compromise the quality. 5. Supervisory Responsibility: Supervisors were urged to allocate sufficient time for their supervisees. 6. Current Relevance: Emphasis on selecting topics related to current issues and fostering unbiased research, scrutinizing facts and figures with neutrality. Scholars asked different questions from the resource person and they found helpful answers of their questions. Gratitude and Vision: Expressing Thanks: The Head of the Department Prof. Dr.Mustafeez Alvi extended gratitude to Prof. Dr. Anis Ahmad for a captivating discussion that illuminated the path to ethical research practices. RAAS Mission:He further told the audience about the mission of RAAS that it focuses on the quality, quantity, and speed of research for scholars pursuing MPhil & Ph.D., offering guidance for continual improvement. Additionally, he said: Immerse yourself in the pursuit of ethical research, guided by the wisdom of Prof. Dr. Anis Ahmad! The seminar was not just an event—it was a transformative experience in the pursuit of academic excellence.