Dr. Khuram Shahzad, Baba Guru Nanak University, Pakistan
Dr. Khuram Shahzad is an accomplished physicist specializing in magnetoelectric nanocomposites for targeted drug delivery. Holding a Ph.D. in Physics from Air University, Islamabad, he has contributed significantly to Q1 impact factor journals. Currently serving as an Assistant Professor at Baba Guru Nanak University, Pakistan, he has also held academic positions at Women University Rawalpindi, Iqra University, and Air University. His research focuses on the colloidal synthesis of nanoparticles and their biomedical applications. With notable awards and a strong background in nanotechnology, Dr. Shahzad continues to make impactful contributions to science and academia. 🇵🇰🧪📘
Publication Profile
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🎓 Education
Dr. Shahzad earned his Ph.D. in Physics from Air University Islamabad (2016–2021), with a focus on magnetoelectric nanocomposites for targeted drug delivery. His thesis emphasized colloidal synthesis of drug-attached nanocarriers for in-vitro cancer studies. He achieved a CGPA of 3.56. Prior to this, he completed his M.Phil in Physics at the Federal Urdu University of Arts, Science and Technology (2011–2014), securing a CGPA of 3.82 and graduating with a Gold Medal. His M.Phil thesis explored the structural and magnetic properties of CoFe-CoFe₂O₄ nanoparticles synthesized through chemical methods. His strong academic foundation underpins his success in nanomedicine research. 🧬🎓🔬
💼 Experience
Dr. Shahzad is currently an Assistant Professor (IPFP) at Baba Guru Nanak University, Nankana Sahib, where he engages in teaching, research, and administration. He has served as Visiting Faculty at multiple institutions, including Women University Rawalpindi, Iqra University Islamabad, and Air University. His prior experience as a Research Assistant at Air University involved developing nanocarriers for targeted cancer therapy. His academic career spans research, curriculum development, and mentoring students in nanotechnology and biomedical physics. With extensive experience across reputed institutions, Dr. Shahzad has played a vital role in bridging academia with advanced nanomedical research. 🧑🏫🏫🧪
🏆 Awards and Honors
Dr. Khuram Shahzad has been recognized for his academic excellence and research contributions. He was awarded a Gold Medal and Merit Certificate for securing First Class First Position in M.Phil Physics at Federal Urdu University. In 2013, he received the Best Poster Award at the International Conference on Nanomaterials and Nanotechnology (ICNN) for his outstanding research presentation. These honors reflect his dedication, innovation, and leadership in nanotechnology research. His accolades underscore a commitment to academic excellence and the advancement of nanomedical science, particularly in developing novel drug delivery mechanisms using engineered nanoparticles. 🥇🏅📜
🔬 Research Focus
Dr. Shahzad’s research centers on magnetoelectric nanocomposites for targeted drug delivery, particularly for cancer treatment. His expertise lies in colloidal synthesis, surface functionalization, and controlled drug release in vitro and in vivo. He develops drug-attached nanocarriers using chemical synthesis methods, investigating their magnetic and structural properties. His work contributes to designing smart, responsive nanoparticles capable of navigating biological environments to deliver therapeutics precisely. Through international publications in Q1 journals, Dr. Shahzad has established a strong footprint in biomedical nanotechnology, advancing next-generation drug delivery systems and nanomedicine. 🧲💊🧫
Publication Top Notes
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Field-controlled magnetoelectric core-shell CoFe₂O₄@BaTiO₃ nanoparticles as effective drug carriers and drug release in vitro (2020)
Materials Science and Engineering: C
Cited by 14 articles.
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Magnetoelectric core–shell CoFe₂O₄@BaTiO₃ nanorods: their role in drug delivery and effect on multidrug resistance pump activity in vitro (2022)
RSC Advances
Cited by 10 articles.
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Doxorubicin-loaded Core@Shell Cobalt Ferrite-Barium Titanate Magnetoelectric Nanofibers for Improved Anticancer Activity (2024)
Biomedical Materials
Cited by 5 articles.
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Drug Response Prediction of Liver Cancer Cell Line Using Deep Learning (2022)
Computers, Materials & Continua
Cited by 8 articles.
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Biocompatibility and cytotoxicity in vitro of surface-functionalized drug-loaded spinel ferrite nanoparticles (2021)
Beilstein Journal of Nanotechnology
Cited by 14 articles.
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Effect of Magnesium Substitution on Structural, Magnetic and Biological Activity of Co(1−x)Mg(x)Fe₂O₄ Nanocolloids (2020)
Journal of Cluster Science
Cited by 12 articles.
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Effect of lanthanum substitution on shape and cytotoxicity of zinc oxide (LaₓZn₁₋ₓO) nano-colloids (2019)
Materials Research Express
Cited by 9 articles.
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Exchange bias behavior in cobalt ferrite-cobalt oxide CoFe₂O₄/CoO nanocomposites for data storage applications (2024)
Physica Scripta
Cited by 3 articles.
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Antibacterial and antiviral potential of colloidal Titanium dioxide (TiO₂) nanoparticles suitable for biological applications (2019)
Materials Research Express
Cited by 11 articles.
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Synthesis and characterization of amphotericin B stabilized gold nanoparticles sensor for detection of clindamycin drug (2019)
Materials Research Express
Cited by 7 articles.