Dr Aafia Iqbal (P.hd)
Birmingham,United Kingdom
Summary
Accomplished professional with expertise in molecular biology and plant handling, specialising in stress response and biochemical assays. Proficient in data analysis and bioinformatics, with a strong foundation in communication, collaboration, and critical thinking. Demonstrates innovative thinking through scholarly publishing and research papers. Experienced in curriculum development, proposal development, departmental planning, and lecturing proficiency. Committed to advancing scientific knowledge through qualitative research and exam proctoring while fostering academic growth through in-class lectures.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Lecturer
Mohi-ud-din Islamic University
AJK, Pakistan
03.2018 - 08.2019
- Taught BS, MSc, and MPhil level courses, including Plant Taxonomy, Biochemistry, Ecology, Ethnobotany, Biodiversity, Virology and Bacteriology, Environmental Sciences, and Genetics, fostering a deep understanding of plant biology, environmental science, and molecular genetics.
- Acted as a jury member for the Thesis Evaluation Committee, offering expert guidance and ensuring the integrity of student research.
- Organized and led educational field trips, enhancing students' practical knowledge of biodiversity, ecosystems, and plant classification.
- Served as a Staff Proctor and member of the Director of Student Affairs Committee, contributing to student support services, academic events, and maintaining a constructive campus atmosphere.
Lecturer
University of Kotli
Kotli, Pakistan
11.2016 - 03.2018
- Served as Visiting Lecturer for BS and M.Sc. Classes.
- Delivered lectures across multiple courses, including Plant Biochemistry, Diversity of Plants, Algology and Bryology, Environmental Science, Plant Ecology, Pharmacognosy, and Mycology, Plant Taxonomy, ensuring comprehensive understanding of both theoretical and applied concepts.
- Organized and led field trips to key vegetational and biodiversity zones, connecting classroom theory with real-world ecological systems.
- Played an active role in academic and extracurricular event planning, including student welcome and farewell parties, and departmental science project exhibitions.
- Evaluated student science projects and coursework with a focus on critical thinking, creativity, and scientific accuracy.
- Adapted teaching methodologies to suit diverse learning levels, promoting student engagement and subject mastery.
Lecturer
Punjab group of Colleges
Kotli, Pakistan
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Served as Lecturer for B.Sc covering extensive papers of Diversity of Plants, Taxonomy, Anatomy of Plants, Ecology and Mycology.
- Developed course materials and assessments, ensuring alignment with educational standards and objectives.
- Mentored students in academic and personal development, providing guidance and support throughout their studies.
Education
PhD - Botany
Hunan Normal University
01.2020 - 01/2025
Mphil - Plant Systematics and Biodiversity
Quaid e Azam University
01.2014 - 01/2016
Skills
- Molecular Biology
- Plant Handling and stress
- Biochemical assay
- Data Analysis and Bioinformatics
- Communication and collaboration
- Critical Thinking
- Innovative thinking
- Scholarly publishing
- Research papers
- Exam proctoring
- Qualitative research
- Curriculum Development
- In-class lectures
- Proposal development
- Departmental planning
- Lecturing proficiency
Languages
English
Urdu
Chinese
Dissertations:
1. P.hD : Molecular mechanism of Jasmonate regulation of the Sphingolipid Metabolism gene SLD1 in response to cold stress
2. M.Phil : Biodiesel Production using non edible seed oils from Himalayan region of Pakistan
3. M.Sc : Medicinal plants using against skin diseases in Muzaffarabad and Kotli districts of Azad Jammu and Kashmir
Certification
1. Aafia Iqbal † , Henan Bao † , Jian Wang, Huijie Liu, Jiangtao Liu, Liqun Huang, Dongping Li. Role of
jasmonates in plant response to temperature stress. Plant Science. 2025 Mar 15:112477. doi:
10.1016/j.plantsci.2025.112477.
2. Li-Qun Huang†, Chang Yang†, Aafia Iqbal†, Jiang-Tao Liu, Yong-Kang Li, He-Nan Bao, Hui-Jie Liu, Yi-Li
Chen, Jian Li, Kun Zhang, Shao-Zhuang Li, Xin-Jie Zhao, Xiao-Hua Hao, Lian-Fu Tian, Dong-Ping Li and
Nan Yao. Jasmonate pathway regulates sphingolipid desaturation during cold stress. New Phytologist.
2025. https:/ /doi.org/10.1111/nph.70191
Affiliations
- Field Research & Nature Exploration, Sustainable Gardening, Attending Scientific Seminars & Conferences, Reading Scientific Journals, Travelling and cultural exploration
Accomplishments
- Plant Biology 2025 – American Society of Plant Biologists, USA – July 2025
- Youth Powering Media and Information Literacy in Digital Spaces – UNESCO Youth Hackathon, 2023
- UNESCO 2023 International Youth Forum on Creativity and Heritage along the Silk Roads – June 26-28, 2023
- Second Prize Award – 'Changsha in My Camera' Nature Photography Competition – 2023
- UNESCO 2022 International Youth Forum on Creativity and Heritage along the Silk Roads – December 15, 2022
- Awardee of China Scholarship Council for PhD – 2019
- Three-Day Skill Development Workshop on MS Office – Mohi-ud-din Islamic University, 2018
- Second Prize Award – International Student Photograph and Micro-Video Competition – Hunan Normal University, 2019
- Volunteer in New Year Gala – Hunan Normal University, December 26, 2019
- 5th National Conference on Trends towards Biodiversity Conservation in Pakistan – 2015
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
PhD - Botany
Hunan Normal University
01.2020 - 01/2025
Lecturer
Mohi-ud-din Islamic University
03.2018 - 08.2019
Lecturer
University of Kotli
11.2016 - 03.2018
Lecturer
Punjab group of Colleges
01.2016 - 01.2017
Mphil - Plant Systematics and Biodiversity
Quaid e Azam University
01.2014 - 01/2016
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