Writings
Articles, essays and poetry by Prof. Dr. Adeel Afzal — on science, society, and reflection.
Alive, Not Just Living
A scientist's exploration of success, purpose, meaning and contribution — and the question that changes everything: are you alive, or just living?
Read →Karbala: A Contemporary Perspective
The Battle of Karbala offers timeless lessons about power, injustice, complicity, and the moral courage to stand for justice.
Read →Success
A reexamination of what truly constitutes success — that meaningful impact on others matters far more than material accumulation.
Read →Dream (خواب)
A contemplative Urdu poem of spiritual longing and devotion.
Read →Can A Spit Test Revolutionize Cancer Detection?
Scientists at the lab are developing a sensor that detects cancer biomarkers in saliva with nearly 98% accuracy.
Read →Awakening (اٹھو اے اہل چمن)
A stirring poem calling for social consciousness, justice, and courage — with an English rendering.
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