M.Mohsin
When we talk about developed countries, most people assume that major inventions have only come from the Western world. However, the reality is that Pakistan has also produced some remarkable inventions that have gained global recognition and are still being used in various fields today.
Let’s take a look at some of Pakistan’s incredible inventions that are acknowledged worldwide.
- USB (Universal Serial Bus) – A Revolution in Computing.
The USB may seem like a simple thing, but it is an invention that transformed the world of computing. Very few people know that its inventor was a Pakistani-American scientist, Ajay Bhatt. The USB made it easy to transfer data from one device to another. Today, every computer, laptop, and smartphone has USB ports, highlighting its significance.
- Antivirus Software The Pakistanis Who Created the World’s First Antivirus.
The world’s first computer antivirus, Brain was developed in 1986 by two Pakistani brothers, Basit Farooq Alvi and Amjad Farooq Alvi. At the time, computer viruses were a new threat, and their antivirus software was a revolutionary step in combating them.
Modern antivirus programs are still based on the same foundational concept introduced by these Pakistani brothers.
- The World’s Smallest Heart Stent A Breakthrough by Dr. Samar Mubarakmand’s Team.
Pakistani scientist Dr. Samar Mubarakmand and his team developed the world’s smallest and most advanced heart stent, used to open blocked arteries.
This stent has proven to be a lifesaving invention for heart patients worldwide and is still used in many countries today.
- Nuclear Technology (Atomic Weapons) Pakistan, the First Muslim Nuclear Power.
On May 28, 1998 Pakistan stunned the world by successfully conducting nuclear tests. This achievement was made possible by Pakistani scientist Dr. Abdul Qadeer Khan and his team.
Pakistan became the first Muslim and the seventh global nuclear power. Following this success, many countries took an interest in Pakistan’s nuclear technology, and its impact remains significant in global defense today.
- Saffron Tea Pakistan’s Scientifically Proven Herbal Tea.
Pakistani scientists introduced Saffron Tea to the world after extensive medical research, proving its benefits for heart health, stress relief, and strengthening the immune system. This tea is now sold as a superfood in various countries.
- Edhi Ambulance Service The World’s Largest Charity Ambulance Network.
Pakistani social worker Abdul Sattar Edhi established the world’s largest private ambulance service, which continues to save millions of lives today. His humanitarian work has been praised globally, and many countries have adopted his model for their own ambulance services.
- Pakistan’s Indigenous JF-17 Thunder Fighter Jet.
In collaboration with China, Pakistan developed the JF-17 Thunder a fighter jet that has now become part of several countries’ air forces. Its advanced features and cost-effectiveness rank it among the world’s best combat aircraft.
Pakistan is a talented nation that has produced numerous inventions still in use worldwide. The research conducted by our universities and scientists has proven that with the right resources and opportunities, Pakistan can secure a significant position in the modern scientific and technological world.
