Muhammad Hafeez Ullah Khan
Karak, KP Pakistan,Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
Summary
Plant scientist with a PhD in Plant Biotechnology, specializing in genome editing for crop improvement. Extensive research experience in multiple crops, including soybean, peanut, and rice, with a focus on root nodulation and nitrogen fixation. Proficient in CRISPR/Cas9 genome editing and multi-omics data analysis, contributing to the development of high-yield and stress-tolerant varieties. Strong background in laboratory and field experiment design, student mentorship, and academic publishing, with a commitment to addressing global food security challenges.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Post-Doctoral Fellow
Henan Institute of Science and Technology
Xinxiang, Henan, China
06.2024 - Current
- Executed research on melatonin-mediated stress physiology, CRISPR/Cas9 editing for stress resilience, and seed oil quality enhancement in crops using advanced molecular tools for trait improvement.
Post-Doctoral Fellow
Northeast Institute of Geography and Agroecology
Changchun, Jilin, China
11.2021 - 10.2023
- Explored soybean root nodulation and nitrogen fixation, integrating AI-assisted breeding and CRISPR/Cas9 genome editing to cultivate stress-tolerant, high-yield varieties, while directing multi-omics analysis, mentoring, and contributing to publications and grants.
Lecturer in Plant Science
Government Degree College Takhte Nasrati
Karak, , KP, Pakistan
09.2020 - 08.2021
- Instructed undergraduate Botany courses encompassing plant physiology, taxonomy, cell biology, and ecology while facilitating labs, mentoring students, overseeing fieldwork, and contributing to academic planning and assessments.
Lecturer in Biology
Danish Public School & College Chokara
Karak, KP, Pakistan
08.2014 - 08.2016
- Delivered engaging lectures on biological concepts and principles to diverse student groups.
Research Officer
Agricultural Research Station Ahmad Wala
Karak , Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan
03.2012 - 02.2014
- Conducted agricultural research on crop varieties and soil health practices.
Research Assistant Intern
Kohat University of Science & Technology
Kohat, KP, Pakistan
03.2011 - 03.2012
- Conducted research on how physiological and genetic factors interact in rice plants under various stress conditions to understand their adaptive responses. Performed molecular biology experiments and data analysis to identify key genes involved in stress tolerance.
Education
Ph.D. - Plant Biotechnology (Crop Breeding & Genetics)
Huazhong Agricultural University
Wuhan, China08-2020
Master of Science - Plant Biotechnology
International Islamic University
Islamabad, Pakistan08-2015
Bachelor of Science - Biotechnology & Genetic Engineering
Kohat University of Science & Technology
Kohat, Pakistan02-2012
Skills
- Plant-microbe interactions
- Soil biochemical analysis
- Molecular biology techniques
- Genetic engineering
- Tissue culture methods
- Microbial culture techniques
- Sequencing and bioinformatics
- Biochemical analysis
- Crop genetics
- Research project management
- Grant proposal development
- Scientific writing
- Research design
- Experimental design
- Lab techniques
- Results analysis
- Field research
- Report writing
- CRISPR/Cas9 editing
- Multi-omics analysis
- AI-assisted breeding
- Data analysis
- Problem solving
Affiliations
Plant Physiology and Biotechnology, Epigenetic modifications in crops, Plant Microbial Interaction for Sustainable Agriculture Production, melatonin-mediated stress physiology, Genome editing through CRISPR/Cas9, Artificial Intelligence in Crop Breeding, Plant Breeding & Genetics, Plant Abiotic Stresses, Plant Tissue Culture and Transformation
Accomplishments
- Gold Medal Award from President of Pakistan Mamnoon Hussain (2016)
- Best Talent Award in Prime Minister Laptop scheme (2015) Pakistan.
- Best Research Contribution Award from College of Plant Science HZAU, Wuha
Languages
English
Full Professional
Urdu
Native/ Bilingual
Published Articles
- Accomplished researcher with 28 peer-reviewed publications in international journals, covering plant stress physiology, genome editing, lipid metabolism, and plant–microbe interactions.
- Authored two book chapters on soybean molecular design breeding and nanotechnology-based CRISPR delivery systems.
- Publications include high-impact journals such as Plant Cell & Environment, Plant Science, Plant Biotechnology Journal, Journal of Cellular Physiology, Environmental Science & Pollution Research, and International Journal of Molecular Sciences.
- Current h-index: 18, reflecting significant scientific impact and citations across the field.
- Complete publication list available on Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=nE5J_hIAAAAJ&hl=en.
References
Dr. Muhammad Jamil
Professor
Department of Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering
Kohat University of Science and Technology (KUST), Kohat, Pakistan
E-mail: jamilkhattak@yahoo.com
Phone: +92-3005286949
Dr. Fan Chuchuan
Professor
National Key Laboratory of Crop Genetic Improvement,
Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan 430070, China.
Email: fanchuchuan@mail.hzau.edu.cn
Dr. Jabar Zaman Khan Khattak
Professor
Department of Bioinformatics & Biotechnology
International Islamic University Islamabad, Pakistan.
Email: jabarkhattak@gmail.com
Timeline
Post-Doctoral Fellow
Henan Institute of Science and Technology
06.2024 - Current
Post-Doctoral Fellow
Northeast Institute of Geography and Agroecology
11.2021 - 10.2023
Lecturer in Plant Science
Government Degree College Takhte Nasrati
09.2020 - 08.2021
Lecturer in Biology
Danish Public School & College Chokara
08.2014 - 08.2016
Research Officer
Agricultural Research Station Ahmad Wala
03.2012 - 02.2014
Research Assistant Intern
Kohat University of Science & Technology
03.2011 - 03.2012
Ph.D. - Plant Biotechnology (Crop Breeding & Genetics)
Huazhong Agricultural University
Master of Science - Plant Biotechnology
International Islamic University
Bachelor of Science - Biotechnology & Genetic Engineering
Kohat University of Science & Technology
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