Assist. Prof. Dr. Akhtar Hameed | Plant Disease | Academic Impactful Innovation Award

Assist. Prof. Dr. Akhtar Hameed, MNS-University of Agriculture Multan, Pakistan

Assist. Prof. Dr. Akhtar Hameed holds a Ph.D. in Plant Pathology/Microbiology and has over 7 years of experience in teaching, research, and technology transfer. He has published 75+ research papers, book chapters, and media articles. His expertise spans molecular biology, microbiology, plant disease management, and industry-academia collaboration. He has led multiple international research projects, focusing on metagenomics, rhizosphere engineering, and plant disease control. A multilingual scholar, he has presented at global conferences and received international training in China, Australia, and Saudi Arabia. He is a member of ASM, PPS, and PBSA. 🌾🔬📚

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🦠 Research Experience & Key Outcomes 🌱

Assist. Prof. Dr. Akhtar Hameed has extensive research experience in plant pathology, focusing on molecular and biochemical characterization of plant-associated microbes. As an Assistant Professor at MNS University of Agriculture, Multan, he has supervised three M.Sc. theses on Xanthomonas citri, rhizobacteria in soybean, and Pectobacterium atrosepticum in potatoes. His tenure as a Research Assistant (2014–2020) at UAF involved metagenomics, whole-genome sequencing, and rhizosphere engineering. Key contributions include microbial diversity studies, bioinoculant development, and farmer awareness programs. His projects have led to publications, bio-products like “Quenchobac,” and a documentary for disease management. 🧬📊🚜

📚 Teaching & Academic Experience 🌱

Assist. Prof. Dr. Akhtar Hameed has a strong background in teaching and research. He has been serving as an Assistant Professor at the Institute of Plant Protection, MNS University of Agriculture, Multan, since 2021. Previously, he was a Visiting Lecturer at the University of Agriculture, Faisalabad, and a Teaching Assistant in the same department for 1.5 years. His research experience includes a six-month tenure at the DNA Zoo Lab, University of Western Australia, and an internship at Ayyub Agriculture Research Institute. He also served as President of the Young Phyto-Doctors Forum, promoting plant pathology initiatives. 🎓🧬🌾

🎓 Educational Background 🌱

Assist. Prof. Dr. Akhtar Hameed holds a Ph.D. in Plant Pathology from the University of Agriculture, Faisalabad (2020), with a dissertation focused on the biochemical profiling and integrated management of citrus canker disease. He earned his M.Sc. (Hons.) in Plant Pathology (2016), researching bacterial carrier substrates for plant delivery systems. His academic journey began with a B.Sc. (Hons.) in Agriculture (Plant Pathology) from the same institution in 2014. His strong educational foundation has enabled him to contribute significantly to plant disease management, microbiology, and sustainable agriculture. 📚🧬🍊

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