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Prof. Dr. Nazish Mazhar Ali

Professor (on Deputation)
Research Interests: Microbiology, Biotechnology, Molecular Biology
Office Location: Department of Botany
Contact Number: +923327559297

Biography

Dr. Nazish Mazhar Ali is a prominent academic and scientist currently serving as a Professor in the Department of Botany. Her research primarily focuses on microbiology, molecular biology, and biotechnology, with particular emphasis on the study of microorganisms and their applications in biological and environmental systems. Her work integrates modern molecular techniques to investigate microbial diversity, genetic mechanisms, and biotechnological applications relevant to agriculture, health, and environmental sustainability.

Education

  • PhD in Zoology/Microbiology, GOVERNMENT COLLEGE UNIVERSITY LAHORE (LAHORE, PAKISTAN) 2010

Teaching Areas

ZOOLOGY, BIOLOGY, MICROBIOLOGY, MOLECULAR BIOLOGY, WATER AND SOIL MICROBIOLOGY, BIOLOGICAL PHYSICS

Experience

From To Designation Firm/Institution
Nov 2022 Continue PROFESSOR GCU LAHORE

Journal Papers

  • Tuba Arooj, Itrat Zahra, Ayesha Arshad, Awais Ibrahim, Ayesha Liaqat, Roohi Ijaz, Usama Shabbir, Shahid Nawaz, Ayesha Ghauri, Bushra Muneer, Nazish Mazhar Ali, Montaser M. Hassan, Amor Hedfi, Manel Ben Ali, Arslan Muhammad Ali Khan, Michael J. Betenbaugh, (2026). "Bioconversion of Sugarcane Bagasse into Polyhydroxyalkanoates by Paramecium caudatum: A Protozoan Cell Factory for Lignocellulosic Waste Valorization." Waste and Biomass Valorization . DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s12649-026-03591-2 | Impact Factor: 3.3 [Link]

Projects

Title Role Funded by Amount Year Status
Post-craniotomy associated beta-hemolytic bacteria with virulent genes and modulation of bactericidal potency of Aspergillus niger and Bifidobacterium spp. against isolated pathogens Principal Investigator ORIC, GCU LAHORE 300000.00 2026 Ongoing