Academic Background:
- Ph.D. in Pharmacology (2011-2016) from Universiti Sains Malaysia, Penang, Malaysia.
- Master of Science (Hons) in Pharmacology (2000-2003) from the University of Agriculture, Faisalabad, Pakistan.
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (D.V.M.) (1995-2000) from the University of Agriculture, Faisalabad, Pakistan.
Professional Experience:
- Assistant Professor (February 2023 – Present) at King Faisal University, Saudi Arabia.
- Assistant Professor (May 2017 – Present) at MAHSA University, Selangor, Malaysia.
- Lecturer (April 2004 – April 2017) at the University of Veterinary & Animal Sciences, Pakistan.
- Graduate Assistant (July 2012 – August 2014) at Universiti Sains Malaysia, Penang, Malaysia.
- Post Graduate Fellow (September 2014 – June 2016) at Universiti Sains Malaysia, Penang, Malaysia.
Research Focus: Pharmacology
Dr. Sheryar Afzal’s research in pharmacology primarily focuses on several key areas:
- Pharmacology and Neural Control of Hypertension, Diabetes, and Renal Functions: Dr. Afzal investigates the mechanisms underlying hypertension, diabetes, and renal function control. His work likely includes studying how drugs and physiological processes interact to regulate these conditions, aiming to contribute to better treatment strategies.
- Herbal-Pharmacological and Toxicological Evaluation of Indigenous Medicinal Plants: He conducts research into the pharmacological properties and potential toxicological effects of indigenous medicinal plants. This research is crucial for understanding the safety and efficacy of traditional remedies and their potential as sources of new therapeutic agents.
- Pharmacokinetic Analysis of Natural and Synthetic Drugs: Dr. Afzal also focuses on pharmacokinetic studies, analyzing the absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion of both natural compounds and synthetic drugs. This research aids in optimizing drug dosage regimens and understanding drug interactions within biological systems.
Through his research, Dr. Sheryar Afzal aims to advance the field of pharmacology by exploring novel therapeutic avenues, enhancing drug safety profiles, and improving treatment outcomes for various health conditions.
Citation:
- Total Citations:
- All-time: 543
- Since 2019: 351
- h-index:
- All-time: 12
- Since 2019: 10
- i10-index:
- All-time: 13
- Since 2019: 11
Publication Top Notes:
- Paclitaxel and immune system
- Authors: A Javeed, M Ashraf, A Riaz, A Ghafoor, S Afzal, MM Mukhtar
- Journal: European Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2009
- Citations: 180
- The triumvirate of NF-κB, inflammation and cytokine storm in COVID-19
- Authors: A Attiq, LJ Yao, S Afzal, MA Khan
- Journal: International Immunopharmacology, 2021
- Citations: 70
- Renal denervation restores the baroreflex control of renal sympathetic nerve activity and heart rate in Wistar-Kyoto rats with cisplatin-induced renal failure
- Authors: SA Khan, MA Sattar, HA Rathore, MH Abdulla, F Ud Din Ahmad, A Ahmad, S Afzal, …
- Journal: Acta Physiologica, 2014
- Citations: 38
- A critical review of pharmacological significance of Hydrogen Sulfide in hypertension
- Authors: A Ahmad, MA Sattar, HA Rathore, SA Khan, MI Lazhari, S Afzal, F Hashmi, …
- Journal: Indian Journal of Pharmacology, 2015
- Citations: 33
- Antioxidant activity and free radical scavenging capacity of L-arginine and NaHS: A comparative in vitro study
- Authors: A Ahmad, MZ Sattar, HA Rathore, AI Hussain, SA Khan, T Fatima, S Afzal, …
- Journal: Acta Pol Pharm, 2015
- Citations: 33
- Polarity-Based Solvents Extraction of Opuntia dillenii and Zingiber officinale for In Vitro Antimicrobial Activities
- Authors: MI Umar, A Javeed, M Ashraf, A Riaz, MM Mukhtar, S Afzal, R Altaf
- Journal: International Journal of Food Properties, 2013
- Citations: 23
- GC-MS and HPLC profiles of phenolic fractions of the leaf of Telfairia occidentalis
- Authors: OA Eseyin, MA Sattar, HA Rathore, F Aigbe, S Afzal, A Ahmad, M Lazhari, …
- Journal: Pakistan Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2018
- Citations: 22
- Phytochemical analysis and antioxidant activity of the seed of Telfairia occidentalis Hook (Cucurbitaceae)
- Authors: OA Eseyin, A Daniel, TS Paul, E Attih, E Emmanuel, J Ekarika, S Afzal, …
- Journal: Natural Product Research, 2018
- Citations: 19
- Interaction between irbesartan, peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor (PPAR-γ), and adiponectin in the regulation of blood pressure and renal function in spontaneously …
- Authors: S Afzal, MA Sattar, EJ Johns, MH Abdulla, S Akhtar, F Hashmi, …
- Journal: Journal of Physiology and Biochemistry, 2016
- Citations: 18