The 7th Meeting of the Board of Advanced Studies and Research (BASR) was held on November 19th and 20th, 2024, under the chairmanship of the worthy Vice-Chancellor, Prof.(Meritorious) Dr. Muhammad Khaleeq Ur Rahman. The meeting was attended by the Deans/Directors and senior faculty members, along with external members: Prof. Dr. Farhat Jabeen (Dean, Faculty of Life Sciences, GCU Faisalabad), Prof. Dr. Zahid Yousaf (Dean, Faculty of Arts, University of Gujrat), Prof. Dr. Adnan Abid (Department of Data Sciences, University of Punjab), and Prof. Dr. Ashfaq Ahmed (Chairperson, Department of Management Sciences, University of Gujrat). During the meeting, MS and PhD researchers, along with their supervisors, presented their research proposals. These proposals were thoroughly reviewed, and recommendations were provided to improve their quality including the titles, scope of work and ensuring that the research would make a meaningful contribution to society. The Board also engaged in discussions regarding the advancement of studies and research within the University. Furthermore, valuable suggestions were offered by the members for strategic initiatives aimed at strengthening and expanding the University’s research activities..