Biography

Dr. Muhammad Arshad Raza is a prominent figure in the Department of Chemistry at Government College University (GCU), Lahore, where he is recognized for his dynamic contributions to research, teaching, and academic leadership. A PhD graduate in Inorganic Chemistry from GCU Lahore (2018), Dr. Raza has built a strong research portfolio spanning organometallic chemistry, nanotechnology, and green chemistry.
His work on biopolymer-derived hydrogels, smart stimuli-responsive materials, and eco-friendly nanoparticle synthesis has opened new directions in both biomedical and environmental chemistry. With a proven track record of mentorship, he has guided more than 60 students at the PhD, MPhil, and BS levels, nurturing a new generation of researchers.
Beyond his scholarly achievements, Dr. Raza plays several key administrative roles within the department, serving as Research Laboratory In charge, Prospectus Coordinator, and Chemical Store In charge. His expertise also extends nationally, where he contributes to higher education policy as a member of the HEC Curriculum Development Committee.

Education

• PhD in Chemistry, Government College University Lahore (Lahore, Pakistan) 2018
• MS/MPhil in Chemistry, Government College University Lahore (Lahore, Pakistan) 2010
• Masters in Chemistry, BZU Multan (Multan, Pakistan) 2005
• Masters in English, Government Emerson College Multan (Multan, Pakistan) 2003
• BA/BSc(Hons) in Chemistry, Zoology, Botany, BZU Multan (Multan, Pakistan) 2000

Teaching Areas

Experience

Journal Papers

• Tuba, Muhammad Ajaz Hussain, Gulzar Muhammad, Muhammad Arshad Raza, Adnan Ashraf, Muhammad Tahir Haseeb, Muhammad Mushtaq, Zahid Shafiq (2025). "A comprehensive review on phytochemistry, pharmacology, preclinical, and clinical trials of Cydonia oblonga." Phytochemistry Reviews , Vol. 24 (1) , pp. 85-118. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s11101-024-09946-8 | Impact Factor: 7.6
• Tania Saif, Aiza Azam, Tuba, Gulzar Muhammad, Muhammad Rauf Raza, Aamna Majeed, Muhammad Arshad Raza (2025). "Quince seed gel-mediated zinc oxide nanoparticles: Synthesis, characterization, drug loading, and antimicrobial evaluation." Journal of Chemical Research , Vol. 49 (4) , pp. 17475198251361571. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1177/17475198251361571 | Impact Factor: 1.3
• Maham Saeed, Shahzad Sharif, Eesha Tur Razia, Ayesha Shahzad, Muhammad Arshad Raza, Beenash Arshad, Qarar Afaq, Muhammad Waseem Mumtaz, Onur Şahin, Peter John (2025). "Synergistic interplay of 1D bimetal Co-Ni-MOF@rGO for hybrid energy storage device." Diamond and Related Materials , pp. 112496. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.diamond.2025.112496 | Impact Factor: 5.1
• Zain Fatima, Seerat Fatima, Gulzar Muhammad, Muhammad Ajaz Hussain, Muhammad Arshad Raza, Muhammad Amin, Aamna Majeed (2024). "Stimuli-responsive glucuronoxylan polysaccharide from quince seeds for biomedical, food packaging, and environmental applications." International Journal of Biological Macromolecules , Vol. 273 , pp. 133016. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.133016 | Impact Factor: 8.5
• Muhammad Mudassir Iqbal, Gulzar Muhammad, Muhammad Ajaz Hussain, Hina Hanif, Muhammad Arshad Raza, Zahid Shafiq (2023). "Correction: Recent trends in ozone sensing technology." Analytical Methods , Vol. 15 (28) . DOI: https://doi.org/10.1039/D3AY00334E. | Impact Factor: 2.7
• Aiza Azam, Gulzar Muhammad, Muhammad Shahbaz Aslam, Muhammad Mudassir Iqbal, Muhammad Arshad Raza, Naeem Akhtar, Muhammad Ajaz Hussain, Noreen Sajjad, Asad Syed, Ali H Bahkali, Zahid Shafiq (2023). "Enhanced bactericidal and in vivo wound healing potential of biosynthesized zinc oxide nanoparticles from psyllium mucilage." Applied Organometallic Chemistry , Vol. 37 (1) , pp. e6923. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1002/aoc.6923 | Impact Factor: 3.7
• Muhammad Mudassir Iqbal, Gulzar Muhammad, Muhammad Ajaz Hussain, Hina Hanif, Muhammad Arshad Raza, Zahid Shafiq (2023). "Recent trends in ozone sensing technology." Analytical Methods , Vol. 15 (23) , pp. 2798-2822. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1039/D3AY00334E | Impact Factor: 2.7
• Iftikhar Hussain, Farrukh Bashir, Muhammad Arshad Raza, Ayesha Mushtaq, Farida Bhelil, Musarat Riaz, Zahid Nawaz, Huma Tareen, Muhammad Shahid, Muhammad Aamir Raza (2023). "Role of Physiochemical Parameters on the Extent of Aflatoxins in Curry/Chili Powder." Pak-Euro Journal of Medical and Life Sciences , Vol. 6 (4) , pp. 453-466. DOI: https://doi.org/10.31580/pjmls.v6i4.2894 | Impact Factor: 0.119

Books (Complete)

• ByNoreen Sajjad, Ayesha Sultan, Gulzar Muhammad, Aiza Azam, Muhammad Arshad Raza, Muhammad Ajaz Hussain, Liaqat Ali (2024). Genetically Engineered Organisms in Bioremediation , 1 ed. "CRC Press" , ISBN: 9781003188568 [Link]
• Gulzar Muhammad, Sumaira Saleem, Munazza Shahid, Raja Shahid Ashraf, Muhammad Altaf, Muhammad Arshad Raza, Muhammad Amin (Eds.) (2023). Green Sustainable Process for Chemical and Environmental Engineering and Science "Elsevier" , ISBN: 9780323951845 [Link]

Thesis/Research Supervisions

• Areeba Kaleem (2025), BS. Thesis: "Edible coatings from Tamarindus indica seeds to enhance the fruit shelf life" (In Progress)
• Ayesha Ijaz (2025), BS. Thesis: "Synthesis of nickel Oxide nanoparticles from dragon fruit extract and their antimicrobial efficacy" (In Progress)
• Fatika Zahra (2025), MS/MPhil. Thesis: "Extraction optimization of mucilage of cassia obtusifolia seeds for food applications" (In Progress)
• H.Mahroz Elahi (2025), MS/MPhil. Thesis: "Phytogenic Nickel Oxide Nanoparticles Synthesized from Citrus limetta leaf: Investigation of Antimicrobial and Antiviral Efficacy" (In Progress)
• Hamna Shahzadi (2025), BS. Thesis: "Synthesis of Silver nanoparticles by dragon fruit extract and their antimicrobial applications" (In Progress)
• Hira Zulfiqar (2025), BS. Thesis: "Green synthesis of nickel oxide nanoparticles using apple peel extract for antimicrobial activity" (In Progress)
• Kiran (2025), BS. Thesis: "Antioxidant and Anti-inflammmatory activities of aqueous extract of Hibiscus rosa leaves" (Completed)
• Laiba Zaheer (2025), BS. Thesis: "Phytochemical analysis and invitro antidiabetic activity of Rubia tinctorium roots" (Completed)
• Madha Iqbal (2025), BS. Thesis: "Utilization of fenugreek mucilage as a natural fat replacer in low fat yogurt" (In Progress)
• Maryam Raffique (2025), MS/MPhil. Thesis: "Extraction and Characterization of Cassia fistula Seed Mucilage with Stimuli-Responsive Properties for drug delivery Applications" (In Progress)
• Obaid Ullah (2025), MS/MPhil. Thesis: "Eco-Friendly Fabrication of Nickel Oxide Nanoparticles from Solanum nigrum Leaves and Evaluation of Their Antibacterial and Antioxidant Potentials" (In Progress)
• Rabia Fatima (2025), BS. Thesis: "Evaluation of Catharanthus roseaus leaf extract for alpha-amylase and alpha-glucosidase inhibitory activities" (Completed)
• Rimsha Rafique (2025), MS/MPhil. Thesis: "Development and Validation of UV-Visible Spectrophotometric Methods for the Quantitative Analysis of Ag-NPs extracted from ginger and its biological activities." (Completed)
• Sadia Siddiqu (2025), MS/MPhil. Thesis: "A sustainable fruit protection strategy by green film of carrageenan and Linum usitatissimum seed composite" (In Progress)
• Umme Habiba (2025), BS. Thesis: "Biogenic iron oxide nanoparticles from apple peel extract: A novel approach to antianemia management" (In Progress)
• Uzma Akhtar (2025), Ph.D.. Thesis: "Course work" (In Progress)
• Zainab Majeed (2025), BS. Thesis: "Extraction of Pongamia pinnata roots for phytochemical analysis and invitro antidiabetic activity" (Completed)
• Zarnab Rasheed (2025), MS/MPhil. Thesis: "Extraction of mucilage from seeds of Salvia hispanica L. for water purification" (Completed)
• Aqsa Kashif Mumtaz (2024), BS. Thesis: "Green Synthesis of silver nanoparticles using extract of lemon leaves and their biological applications." (Completed)
• Hassan Riaz (2024), BS. Thesis: "Green Synthesis of silver nanoparticles using extract of kassari leaves and its antimicrobial activity." (Completed)
• Muhammad Amjad (2024), BS. Thesis: "Green Synthesis of iron nanoparticles using extract of cichorium intybus leaves for antibacterial activity." (Completed)
• Naima Asif (2024), BS. Thesis: "Synthesis, characterization and antimicrobial activity of CuO nanoparticles from aqueous extract of Citrus medica leaves." (Completed)
• Zoraiz Khan (2024), BS. Thesis: "Synthesis and characterization of ZnO nanoparticles from Cichorium intybus for dye degradation." (Completed)