Prof. Dr. Neerish Revaprasadu

Prof. Neerish Revaprasadu, FRSC is a Senior Professor in the Department of Chemistry at the University of Zululand. He obtained his B.Sc (Hons) from University of Natal, South Africa in 1994 and Ph.D from Imperial College, London, UK in 2000. He has published 290 research articles and 35 book chapters. He has more than 9300 citations with an H-index of 52. He has given more than 90 lectures at national and international conferences. He has worked on developing routes for the delivery of high-quality functional materials. The current focus is on earth abundant materials using metal complexes as single source precursors via solventless, hot injection and chemical vapour deposition routes. The functional materials are used for application in energy generation and storage. He is also involved in developing reliable synthesis protocols for quantum dots that exhibit minimal or no blinking; an essential requirement for their use as single-photon emitters in quantum and quantum-inspired technologies. Another area of interest is the preparation of an effective composite material combining a topological insulator and a superconductor. Our group have established robust and reproducible synthetic protocols tailored to each component. He is a member of the South African Academy of Science (MASSAF) and Fellow of the Royal Society of Chemistry (FRSC). He is the current associate editor of the Special Periodic Reports (SPR) on Nanoscience published by the Royal Society of Chemistry.

Prof. Dr. Yarub Al-Douri

Prof. Dr. Yarub Al-Douri is a Fellow of the European Academy of Sciences, Fellow of the Islamic World Academy of Sciences, Fellow of the Arab Thought Forum and IETI Distinguished Fellow, winner of the NCPD International Prize 2025, winner of the prestigious Khalifa International Award for Date Palm and Agricultural Innovation 2024, the total awards are 89 awards. He is Associate Editor of Nano-Micro Letters (Springer,IF=38.5, Q1), Editor-in-Chief of Experimental and Theoretical NANOTECHNOLOGY (Scopus-indexed Q3).

Prof. Ir. Dr. Zuraida Ahmad

Prof. Ir. Dr. Zuraida Ahmad is a Professor at the Kulliyyah of Engineering, International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM), Malaysia. She obtained her Bachelor of Engineering in Materials Engineering from Universiti Sains Malaysia, Master of Science from The Victoria University of Manchester, United Kingdom, and Doctor of Philosophy from International Islamic University Malaysia, where she currently served. Her research spans advanced functional materials, conductive polymers, smart textiles, wearable healthcare technologies, biomaterials, and sustainable materials engineering. In recent years, she has focused her research on PEDOT:PSS based conductive systems doped with silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) for electronic textile applications, particularly in pressure sensing, pressure ulcer prevention, wearable healthcare monitoring, and flexible electronic devices. Alongside her materials research, she is recognized for her contributions to engineering ethics, sustainability, value based engineering education, and curriculum transformation. Her work bridges materials science, healthcare innovation, and responsible engineering practice to develop technologies that contribute to human wellbeing and sustainable development.

Prof. Dr. Nurul Fadzlin Hasbullah

Prof. Dr. Nurul Fadzlin Hasbullah is a Professor at the Kulliyyah of Engineering, International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM), specializing in semiconductor devices, microelectronics, and photonics. Her research expertise encompasses semiconductor device physics, modelling and characterization, optoelectronics, power semiconductor technologies, and radiation effects in electronic devices and circuits. Her research has a particular focus on wide-bandgap semiconductor technologies, including silicon carbide (SiC) and gallium nitride (GaN), for high-power, harsh-environment, and space applications, with particular interest in device reliability and radiation effects. Throughout her academic career, Prof. Fadzlin has secured and participated in more than RM1 million in research funding as Principal Investigator and co-researcher. Her research has been supported by competitive national and international funding, including Malaysia’s Fundamental Research Grant Scheme (FRGS) and the Asian Office of Aerospace Research and Development (AOARD). She has also served for many years as a National FRGS Grant Reviewer, contributing her expertise to the evaluation of competitive research proposals at the national level. She has authored and co-authored over 90 scholarly publications in semiconductor devices, radiation effects, optoelectronics, and related engineering technologies. Her academic work extends to postgraduate supervision, engineering education, industry engagement, and national and international research collaborations. Her continuing research interest is centered on advancing next-generation semiconductor technologies for electronic, energy, harsh-environment, and space applications

Prof. Dr. Samaa EL-Dek

Professor of Physics and former Head of the Materials Science and Nanotechnology Department at Beni-Suef University. Her research bridges Physics, Chemistry, and Environmental Science, focusing on the synthesis and application of Magnetic Nanomaterials, Multiferroics, and Nanocomposites for Sustainable Technologies. She currently serves as Vice Dean for Postgraduate Studies and Research.

Prof. Dr. Yujing Li

Professor at the School of Materials Science and Engineering, Beijing Institute of Technology, and recipient of the 2025 Excellent Youth Award of the Chinese Materials Research Society. His research is centered on Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM) Electrochemical Technologies, including Fuel Cells and Water Electrolysis. He serves on the editorial boards of several high-impact journals, including eScience and SmartMat.

Prof. Dr. Muhd Zu Azhan Yahya

Professor of Materials Science at the National Defence University of Malaysia. He received his PhD in Advanced Materials from University of Malaya, Malaysia in 2002. He also was a former Deputy Vice Chancellor (Student Affairs) of NDUM (2018-2023). In the research area, he has been appointed as a Fellow of the Malaysian Association of Solid State Science & Technology (MASS) since 2010. He has published more than 300 articles in reputable journals with an h-index of 31 and more than 4,000 citations. He has also successfully supervised 28 PhD and 32 Master graduates. His research interests are related to materials for energy storage applications (batteries, supercapacitors, solar cells) via experimental and computational methods.

Prof. Dr. Shangfeng Du

Professor of Electrochemical Engineering at the University of Birmingham, specializing in low-temperature fuel cells and electrolysers. His work spans the development and evaluation of critical components for Electrochemical Energy Systems. He currently serves as Vice President of the Association of British Chinese Professors.

Dr. Hossam Donya

Dr. Hossam Donya is an accomplished physicist and researcher specializing in medical radiation physics and materials science. He is currently serving as an Associate Professor in the Department of Physics, Faculty of Science, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, and holds an additional appointment as Associate Professor at Menoufia University, Egypt. Dr. Donya earned his Ph.D. in Radiation Physics from Menoufia University, Egypt, where his research focused on the dosimetric properties of borate glass detectors. His scientific contributions span a wide range of fields, including radiation detection, dosimetry, Monte Carlo simulations, nanomaterials, and medical physics applications. He has authored and co-authored numerous publications in high-impact international journals such as Ceramics International, Radiation and Environmental Biophysics, and International Journal of Hydrogen Energy, and is also a U.S. patent holder for innovations in polyester nanocomposites for medical radiation shielding. Throughout his career, Dr. Donya has been actively involved in editorial, reviewing, and academic program development roles. He has reviewed manuscripts for leading journals indexed in the Web of Science, served on editorial boards, and contributed to curriculum design committees for medical physics programs across Saudi universities. A regular participant and speaker at international conferences, Dr. Donya’s work reflects a commitment to advancing radiation sciences through both theoretical modeling and applied innovation. His expertise continues to influence the fields of medical physics, nanotechnology, and radiation protection globally.

Dr. Qing Sun

Dr. Qing Sun is a Marie Skłodowska-Curie Fellow and Researcher at the Catalonia Institute for Energy Research (IREC), Spain. He received his Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering from Shandong University in 2022. His research focuses on advanced functional materials, battery materials and interfaces, silicon-based anodes, aqueous zinc-ion batteries, solid-state batteries, and printed flexible energy storage devices. He has published over 70 peer-reviewed journal articles, received more than 4,400 citations, holds an h-index of 37, and is an inventor on five patents. He has also led several research projects funded by European and Chinese funding agencies.

Dr. Shang Wang

Dr. Shang Wang is an Associate Professor and Ph.D. Supervisor at Harbin Institute of Technology (HIT) and a recipient of the HIT Young Elite Talent Program. His research focuses on advanced materials processing and manufacturing, welding and joining technologies, and high-performance composites. He has led two projects funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (NSFC), along with several projects supported by national and provincial funding agencies. He has published over 100 peer-reviewed journal articles in leading journals such as Advanced Materials, ACS Nano, and Composites Science and Technology, with more than 1,800 citations and an h-index of 28. He holds 14 authorized patents and 3 software copyrights, and has contributed to two academic textbooks.

Prof. Dr. Afaq Ahmad

Professor of Physics at the Centre of Excellence in Solid State Physics, University of the PUnjab, Lahore. He is specialized in Theoretical and Computational Materials Science. Over the course of his academic career (2006–2026), he has authored 120 peer-reviewed research publications and one academic book, and have delivered 49 conference presentations at national and international conferences. Dr. Afaq has successfully supervised 125 M.Phil. and 14 Ph.D. theses, contributing to the development of highly qualified researchers in theoretical and computational physics. His research interests span computational condensed matter physics, theoretical atomic physics, photonic crystals, quantum optics, metamaterials, and advanced materials for electronic, optical, and energy-related applications.

Prof. Dr. Rizwan Raza

A tenured Professor and leading researcher in Energy Materials, with a focus on Fuel Cells, Solar Cells, and Batteries. He played a key role in inventing a "New Energy Conversion Device" and has established one of Pakistan's premier Fuel Cell Research Laboratories. His work bridges Energy Conversion and Storage Technologies.

Prof. Dr. Sadia Zafar Bajwa

Prof. Dr. Sadia Zafar Bajwa is Professor at the National Institute for Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering (NIBGE), Faisalabad, where she leads the Nanobiotechnology Group. She completed her PhD from the University of Vienna, Austria, and has established a multidisciplinary research program at the interface of nanotechnology, biosensing, and biotechnology. Her research focuses on the design and engineering of nanomaterials and nanostructured interfaces for advanced biosensing applications. Her group explores nanomaterials with novel morphologies and characteristics and integrates them with diverse transduction platforms to develop sensitive and selective biosensors. These efforts encompass electrochemical sensors, microchip-based biosensors, quartz crystal microbalance platforms, and lateral flow assays, with applications extending across healthcare, pharmaceutical analysis, food safety, and related areas. She has published 85 research articles and 28 book chapters, with a cumulative impact factor of approximately 450, in internationally recognized journals. She is also co-editing an international book on nanosensors, bringing together contributions on fundamental principles, emerging technologies, applications, and future directions in nanosensing. She has served as principal and co-investigator on research projects supported by national and international funding agencies, with a total funded project portfolio of approximately PKR 55 million. Her research activities have supported the development of nanotechnology-enabled sensing platforms with a strong emphasis on translating fundamental materials research into practical analytical technologies. Her plenary lecture, “Tiny Materials, Big Impact: Nanotechnology for Next-Generation Biosensing,” will highlight the evolution of nanostructured materials and interfaces in biosensing and discuss emerging opportunities for translating nanoscale innovations into next-generation analytical and point-of-need technologies.

Prof. Dr. Shahid Atiq

Professor at the Centre of Excellence in Solid State Physics. His research spans Multiferroic Materials, Energy Harvesting, and Solar Cell Simulations. He is also the President of the Khwarizmi Science Society, dedicated to the popularization of Science in Pakistan.

Prof. Dr. Khalid Javed

Professor of Physics with research and teaching experience spanning over two decades. His work focuses on Condensed Matter Physics and the development of Smart Materials for Multifunctional Applications, supported by international research experience in China.

Prof. Dr. Tariq Mahmood

Professor of Physics and an HEC Approved Supervisor, specializing in Computational Materials Physics using first-principles DFT. His research investigates the Electronic, Elastic, and Optical properties of Perovskites and other Advanced Materials for Optoelectronic Applications.

Dr. Gonzalo García

Associate Professor and Director of the Institute of Materials and Nanotechnology at the University of La Laguna. Recognized among the world's top 2% most influential scientists, his research focuses on Electrochemistry and Electrocatalysis for Energy and Environmental Applications.

Dr. Mohd Zahri Abdul Aziz

Associate Professor of Medical Radiation Physics. His research expertise lies in Brachytherapy, Radiation Therapy Optimization, and the development of Phantom Materials using natural resources, applying Advanced Simulation Techniques to Biomedical challenges.

Dr. Mohammad Khairul Azhar

Associate Professor and Head of the Radiation Protection Officer Training Unit at Universiti Sains Malaysia. His research focuses on applying Advanced Nanomaterials, like Graphene Oxide Composites, for Radiation Protection in Medical and Industrial Settings.

Dr. Bakhtiar Ul Haq

Dr. Bakhtiar Ul Haq serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering, College of Engineering, Prince Muhammad Bin Fahd University (PMU), Saudi Arabia. He is an accomplished physicist specializing in computational materials science and holds a Ph.D. in Physics from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), where he received both the Best Student Award and the Chancellor’s Award. His research focuses on density functional theory (DFT) and machine learning for the design of sustainable materials in spintronics, optoelectronics, renewable energy, and green hydrogen production. With over a decade of international research and academic experience, Dr. Bakhtiar has worked at leading institutions in South Korea (Sungkyunkwan University, Jeju National University), Saudi Arabia (King Khalid University), and Malaysia (Universiti Teknologi Malaysia). He has secured multiple international research grants and published over 230 peer-reviewed papers in high-impact journals. His work combines computational modeling with experimental validation, contributing to the advancement of next-generation materials.

Prof. Dr. Ghulam Nabi Wattoo

Earlier, Dr. Wattoo has completed his PhD from Beijing Institute of Technology, China with distinctions, and Postdoc from Institute of Physics, Technical University of ILMENAU Germany. He is one of the Leading Researcher and developed his Research Group in Renewable Energy Resources, Photocatalysis, Field Emission Devices and Light Emitting Diodes. Prof. Wattoo has is approved HEC supervisor having ~200 publications, h-index 44, h-10 index 121 which shows his competency as an active researcher. Dr. Wattoo has won various National and International Competitive Research Grants and Completed a number of International Projects with his international Collaborators from Saudi Arabia, UAE, China and GERMANY. He also won Excellent International Award from Beijing Institute of Technology, China. Recently, Prof. Wattoo has landmark achievement in Physics Research relates to Sustainable Energy Resources as HIGH LEVEL FOREIGN TALENT PROGRAM under CAS-ANSO.

Dr. Mujtaba Ellahi Mahar

Dr. Mujtaba Ellahi Mahar is a distinguished Pakistani scientist and Associate Professor of Chemistry at BUITEMS, Quetta, with over 26 years of teaching and research experience. Recognized in Pakistan’s National Scientist Directory (NSD.ChemSci-0004870), he has made significant contributions to materials science, nanotechnology, and applied chemistry. He has served at prominent institutions, including the University of Karachi and IRCCBS, and currently holds leadership roles as Vice President of the Chemical Society of Pakistan (Balochistan Chapter) and Ambassador of the Asian Council of Science Editors (ACSE), UAE. His research focuses on sustainable and energy-efficient materials, Nano chemistry, liquid crystal photonic devices, smart display technology, PDLC films, and advanced polymer nanocomposites. Dr. Ellahi is the founder of smart glass emerging technology and smart organic products. With over 120 research publications, supervision of 46 BS and MS theses, successful research grants from HEC, TWAS, NRPU, and PSF, two patents, and the establishment of the Advanced Polymer Smart Technology Laboratory at BUITEMS, he has significantly contributed to scientific innovation. He is also the author of Smart Glass Technology (Cambridge, UK) and two book chapters, reflecting his continued commitment to advancing research and technological development in I.R.Pakistan.

Dr. Sajid Butt

Dr. Sajid Butt is the Head of the Department of Physics at the Institute of Space Technology (IST), Islamabad, where he leads academic and administrative matters. He also heads the Condensed Matter Physics Lab, where his research focuses on functional ceramics, renewable energy and thermoelectric materials through experimental and computational approaches. He has published over 59 research papers in peer-reviewed journals.

Dr. Ghulam Ali

Dr. Ghulam Ali is currently serving as Head of Department Research and Associate Professor at the U.S.-Pakistan Center for Advanced Studies in Energy (USPCAS-E), NUST, Islamabad, Pakistan. He graduated from the Korea Institute of Science and Technology (KIST) in 2016, followed by 2.5 years post-doctorate from the Center for Energy Storage Research, KIST, South Korea. During his stay at KIST, he worked on several projects related to the development of electrode materials for Li-ion and Na-ion batteries. Dr. Ghulam Ali has 150+ high impact research publications with a cumulative impact factor of >1200, h-index of 38, author of 5 book chapters, and inventor of 11 patents. Ghulam Ali was awarded several awards such as the Gold Medal from the Pakistan Academy of Science 2022, NUST University Best Researcher 2022, USPCAS-E Best Researcher 2021, UST Excellent Research Award 2016, KIST Academic Excellent Award 2016, etc. He has completed several projects on developing electrode materials for rechargeable batteries; some are ongoing, including the Center of Excellence on EVs funded by the World Bank. Currently, he is developing electrodes and solid electrolytes for energy storage applications such as sodium-ion batteries, lithium-ion batteries, and supercapacitors at USPCAS-E, NUST.

Dr. Naveed Afzal

Dr. Naveed Afzal is a distinguished academician and researcher in the field of Physics. He is currently serving as Associate Professor and Director at Centre for Advanced Studies in Physics (CASP), Government College University (GCU), Lahore. He earned his PhD in Physics with distinction from Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM). With 25 years of teaching and research experience at GCU Lahore, Dr. Afzal has made significant contributions to his field. His research interests focus on the surface modification of materials through ion implantation and the fabrication of semiconductors for advanced optoelectronic devices.

Dr. Ghulam Murtaza

Dr. Ghulam Murtaza, Associate Professor at the Centre for Advanced Studies in Physics (CASP), GC University, Lahore. He did his PhD in the field of Condensed Matter Physics under Indigenous 5000 Scholarship Program by HEC from the department of Physics, University of the Punjab. He has also been awarded an International Research Support Initiative Program (IRISP) scholarship by HEC and done research in the spintronics laboratory at the University of York, UK. He joined CASP in 2012 and worked on various projects. He is working on the investigation of magnetic, energy storage, thermoelectric, and solar materials. The research activities are also exploring the role of ion beams in material science. He is heading two research groups: Materials Simulation, synthesis, and the Accelerator group. He has published 200 articles with h-index 45 covering the materials investigations of Ferrites, Half-metals, Heusler alloys for spintronics, perovskites and double perovskites for solar cells, metal hydrides and electrode materials for energy storage devices. Currently, he is maintaining the research work on first principles investigations, materials synthesis using chemical and thin film setups, and ion beam interaction with matter using the Pelletron Accelerator. He is being recognized in the prestigious global list of top 2% scientists in Applied Physics.

Dr. Masood ul Hassan Farooq

Associate Professor of Physics with expertise in Metal Oxide Nanomaterials. His research focuses on applying these materials to Environmental Challenges, including Pollutant Degradation, Photocatalysis and the development of Supercapacitors and Electrocatalysts.

Dr. Muhammad Nadeem Badani

Dr. Muhammad Nadeem Badani is an Associate Professor in the Department of Physical Sciences at UET Taxila, Pakistan. He holds a Ph.D. in Physics from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia. His research focuses on advanced nanomaterials, MOF-derived composites for energy storage, and magnetic nanoparticles for targeted drug delivery. He also works on functional nanocomposites for biomedical, thermal, and industrial applications. He has published extensively in scientific journals and supervised numerous MS research theses. His work aims to advance nanotechnology, sustainable energy, and innovative biomedical solutions.

Dr. Muhammad Yasir Rafique

Dr. M. Yasir Rafique is working as Associate Prof. at Dept. of Physics COMSATS University Islamabad, Lahore campus. He obtained his PhD from the University of Science and Technology Beijing in condensed matter physics. His research interest includes flux closure ferromagnetic nanostructures, magnetic nanoparticle, electromagnetic absorption, and exchange spring magnets. He has published more than 50 research papers. His innovative work has been recognized and published in prestigious peer-reviewed journals, showcasing their commitment to advancing the frontiers of knowledge in the realm of physics. As an esteemed educator, Dr. Rafique is dedicated to inspiring the next generation of scientists. Dr. Rafique's dedication to teaching excellence has earned them accolades from both students and colleagues alike.

Dr. Muhammad Rizwan

Associate Professor of Physics specializing in Computational Materials Science. His research employs DFT to investigate the Hydrogen Storage, Catalytic and Optical properties of Perovskite Materials for Energy Applications.

Dr. Muhammad Khalid

Assistant Professor of Physics with expertise in Microelectronics and Nanotechnology. His research focuses on synthesizing Nanomaterials and Nanocomposites and investigating their Dielectric Properties for Energy Storage Applications.

Dr. Muhammad Tanveer

Associate Professor of Physics recognized among the Top 2% Scientists. His research involves the controlled synthesis of Heterostructured Nanomaterials for Multifunctional Applications in Energy Production and Conversion.

Dr. Asif Hussain

Associate Professor of Physics. His research is dedicated to the efficient construction and application of Two-Dimensional Layered Materials for various technological applications, supported by nationally funded projects.

Dr. Nisar Ali

Nisar Ali is an Assistant Professor (HDR) in the Water and Energy Department at UM6P, ASARI. He has 22 years of teaching and research experience, with research interests in photovoltaics and heat energy storage. His extensive expertise contributes to advancements in renewable energy and sustainable technologies. He has published over 50 Science Citation Index (SCI) journal papers in reputable journals, including Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, Material Letters, Materials Science, JALCOM, and J. Solid State Chemistry. Additionally, he has authored two book chapters and four conference papers. He is a regular reviewer for more than 15 scientific journals, reflecting his active involvement in the academic community.

Dr. Faryal Idrees

Assistant Professor of Physics with over a decade of experience in Energy Research. Her work focuses on developing novel Electrode Materials for Supercapacitors, Batteries and Photoelectrochemical systems for Hydrogen Production.

Dr. Qurat-ul-Ain

Dr. Qurat-ul-Ain is an Associate Professor in the Department of Physics, School of Science, University of Management and Technology (UMT), Lahore, Pakistan. She received her Ph.D. in Physics from Shanghai Jiao Tong University, China. Her research focuses on computational materials science, density functional theory (DFT), and the design and characterization of advanced functional materials for energy and optoelectronic applications. Her areas of expertise include double perovskites, Heusler alloys, thermoelectric materials, renewable-energy materials, and hydrogen-storage materials. She also has research interests in laser–plasma physics, laser wakefield acceleration, and particle-in-cell and Monte Carlo simulations. Dr. Qurat-ul-Ain has authored more than 130 peer-reviewed research publications in international scientific journals. Her research contributions have been recognized through several university-level awards, including Top 2% of scientists in the world (2026), Best University Researcher, Highest Number of Publication Research UMT, and Highest Number of Citations at UMT. She has also contributed to intellectual property development through a patent application related to an innovative gravity-based water purification system incorporating UV-C LED disinfection and automated backwashing.

Dr. Syed Shahbaz Ali

Dr. Syed Shahbaz Ali, PhD from Institute of Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, is currently serving as Associate Professor in Department of Physics, University of the Punjab, Lahore, Pakistan. He has research expertise in one-dimensional (1D) magnetic and multiferroic hybrid nanostructures, from fabrication to structural, magnetic, ferroelectric and optical investigation followed by possible device implementation. In the past, for the first time he reported exchange-bias in novel 1D hybrid ferromagnetic-multiferroic core-shell nanostructures which are among one of the strongest candidates for FeRAMs. For the first time he reported novel antiferromagnetic Fe1-xMnx nanowires (NWs) for possible implementation in multilayered NWs based MTJs to serve as pinning layer for the realization of MRAMs. He has published more than 70 research papers in well reputed SCI journals and 10 book chapters to report the possible implementation of nanomaterials in data storage devices. He has already secured competitive research grants of more than 10 Million PKR including NRPU and SRGP projects awarded by HEC Pakistan. In the past he has been awarded the Si-Nan award (certificate and cash prize) for the best JMMM research paper jointly by Elsevier and Chinese Physical Society (CPS) in the CPS fall meeting 2023, best poster award by the same organizations, certification from MIT, USA and outstanding reviewer award from Journal of Magnetism and Magnetic Materials.

Dr. Mujtaba Ikram

Assistant Professor at the Institute of Chemical Engineering & Technology. An internationally recognized researcher in Nanotechnology and Renewable Energy, his work is aimed at designing sustainable and accessible Technological Devices.

Dr. Wajeehah Shahid

Dr. Wajeehah Shahid is an Associate Professor in the Department of Physics at The University of Lahore, Pakistan, and an HEC Approved Supervisor. She holds a Ph.D. in Physics specializing in photocatalytic applications of chalcogenide-based heterostructures, with research expertise spanning nanomaterials, biomaterials, photocatalysis, and electrochemistry. Her work focuses on advanced materials synthesis for energy and environmental applications, and she has contributed to over 50 peer-reviewed publications in top-tier journals including The Lancet, Nature Medicine, and Nanomaterials, accumulating more than 17,000 citations. She is also a co-inventor on a granted patent for a diagnostic and therapeutic panel for acute myeloid leukemia. Beyond her research, Dr. Shahid is an active academic leader and mentor. She currently serves as Convener for the Office of Industrial Linkages and Secretary of the Industrial Advisory Board, bridging academic research with industry partners. She has supervised numerous M.Phil. and Ph.D. students, played key roles in organizing international conferences, and served on multiple academic committees. Her commitment to excellence has been recognized with multiple Research Productivity Awards, the Highly Cited Researcher Award, and the Best Phenomenal Women Award from The University of Lahore.

Dr. Muhammad Iftikhar Khan

Associate Professor and Head of the Physics Department. His research is centered on Materials for Energy Technologies, including Solar Cells, Batteries, Supercapacitors and Photocatalysis.

Dr. Sarmad Masood Shaheen

Assistant Professor of Physics with a PhD in Nuclear and Particle Physics from the Chinese Academy of Sciences. His current research focuses on synthesizing and characterizing Metal Oxide Nanocomposites for Supercapacitor Applications.

Dr. Sajid Ur Rehman

Dr. Sajid Ur Rehman is a computational materials researcher at Minzu University of China in Beijing. He earned his Ph.D. in Materials Science from the Institute of Semiconductors, UCAS. During his doctoral studies, he was also recognized with the Chinese Government Scholarship for Outstanding International Students. His research spans energy conversion and storage, including photocatalysis, electrocatalysis, thermoelectrics, and metal-ion batteries. Bridging theory and experiment, Dr. Rehman combines Density Functional Theory (VASP, CASTEP) and machine learning potentials with hands-on materials synthesis, characterization, and electrochemical testing. An active mentor and collaborative researcher, he has co-authored over 40 peer-reviewed papers and multiple book chapters on clean energy materials.

Dr. Shahid Sattar

Dr. S. Sattar is a researcher in the Department of Mathematics and Physics at Linnaeus University in Sweden. He has done his Ph. D. in Materials Science and Engineering from King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST), Saudi Arabia. In Dec 2018. His research focuses on theoretical and computational condensed matter physics, particularly two-dimensional materials, magnetism, and topological quantum matter. So far, he has published 28 research papers in high impact SCI Journals.