Center for AI in Healthcare & Genomics

Empowering Pakistan’s healthcare and pharma industry through AI and Genomics innovation

Genomics Opportunities for Pharma in Pakistan:
Bioinformatics as the Enabler

Over the past decade, the pharmaceutical industry has been undergoing a profound transformation from conventional one-size-fits-all therapies toward genomic and precision medicine, driven by advances in genetic sequencing, data analytics, and AI.

The global precision medicine market—valued at USD 80–90 billion in 2024—is projected to reach USD 249.24 billion by 2030.

Genomics-led technologies are now revolutionizing therapies in oncology and rare genetic disorders, enabling more effective, personalized treatment strategies.

Pakistan’s pharma sector must invest in genomics and bioinformatics now to avoid lagging behind global innovation and remain limited to generic production.

Computational Genomics & Bioinformatics Services

Services GUTECH Can Deliver

1️⃣ Genomic Data Analysis & Annotation

Whole genome & exome sequencing analysis.
Identification of disease-causing variants & population-specific biomarkers.
Functional annotation of genes for drug target discovery.

2️⃣ Drug Discovery & Design Support

In-silico drug screening (virtual screening of compounds).
Molecular docking & dynamics simulations to test drug–protein interactions.
AI-driven drug repurposing studies using genomic and pharmacologicals.

3️⃣ Pharmacogenomics & Precision Medicine

Predicting drug response & resistance based on genomic profiles.
Building population-specific pharmacogenomic databases for Pakistan.
Supporting personalized treatment design in oncology, cardiology, and metabolic diseases

4️⃣ Clinical Data & Multi-Omics Integration

Integrating genomics, proteomics, metabolomics, and EHR data.
Developing AI-based decision support tools for clinicians.
Biomarker discovery for diagnostics & companion therapies.

5️⃣ Bioinformatics Pipeline Development

Customized workflows for NGS (Next-Generation Sequencing) data analysis.
Cloud-based solutions for pharma labs to manage big genomic datasets.
Federated & privacy-preserving AI pipelines for sensitive healthcare data.

6️⃣ AI-Driven Disease Modeling

Computational models of disease progression (cancer, infectious diseases).
Digital twins for simulating patient-specific drug responses.
Predictive analytics for clinical trial outcomes.

7️⃣ Clinical Trial & Regulatory Support

Patient stratification for trials using genomics.
AI-enabled trial optimization to reduce costs & failure rates.
Compliance solutions for genomic data security & ethics.

8️⃣ Training & Capacity Building

Tailored workshops for pharma R&D teams on bioinformatics tools & AI in drug discovery.
Joint academic–industry collaborative projects.

GUTECH is establishing “Center for AI in Healthcare & Genomics”,
within it, creating two verticals:

Genomics & Precision Medicine Unit (pharma-focused)
Clinical AI & Decision Support Unit (healthcare-focused)

The Center for AI in Healthcare & Genomics at GUTECH is envisioned as a pioneering hub that brings together advanced artificial intelligence, computational biology, and clinical expertise to transform Pakistan’s healthcare and pharmaceutical landscape. By integrating genomics, precision medicine, and clinical decision-support systems under one umbrella, the Center aims to enable breakthrough innovations in disease prediction, personalized treatment, and drug discovery. Equipped with high-performance computing and bioinformatics capabilities, the Center will serve as a bridge between academia, healthcare providers, and the pharmaceutical industry—driving local innovation, reducing dependency on imported solutions, and positioning Pakistan at the forefront of AI-driven healthcare and genomic research.