AQSA KIRAN

Nationality: Pakistani Date of birth: 13/02/1994, Passport# AP4908111

Phone number: +92-310*******

Email address:ad0dra@r.postjobfree.com

Home:BastiDhani Muhammad Yar Chishti P/O Takhat Mahal Lahore Punjab Pakistan

ABOUT ME

My foremost objective as a Botanist is to contribute to the organization’s growth by applying my expertise, analytical skills, and diligent work ethic to bolster and deliver tailored health and research solutions. Armed with a strong educational background, practical experience, and outstanding research capabilities, I have the utmost confidence in achieving this goal. In my role as a Botanist, I am unwaveringly dedicated to staying updated on the latest developments in life sciences, conducting thorough research and perpetually refining my skill set. I am assured that I will be a valuable asset to the organization.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING M.Phil. Botany (Masters of Philosophy in Botany)

University of Agriculture Faisalabad, Pakistan [ 2017 – 2019 ]

City: Faisalabad

Country: Pakistan

Website:http://www.pu.edu.pk/http://www.uaf.edu.pk/

Field(s) of study: Botany

Final grade: 3.80/4.00

Thesis: ASSESMENT OF PHYSIO-CHEMICAL CHARACTERIZATION OF DATE PALM SEED OIL(The study was conducted to identify the morphological characteristics of 78 date palm varieties and biochemical profiling of date palm seed oil. It was concluded that all varieties show different qualitative and quantitative properties. The seed oil of these varieties can be consumed by humans because it contains minerals like iron, crude fats and total sugars and also have antimicrobial property)

M.Sc. Botany (Masters in Zoology)

The islamia university Bahawalpur sub campus Bahawalnagar, Pakistan [ 2014 – 2016]

City: Bahawalnagar

Country: Pakistan

Website:http://www.pu.edu.pk/http://www.iub.edu.pk/

Field(s) of study: Botany

Final grade: 3.76/4.00

My MSC thesis title was “Effect of exogenously applied plant growth regulators on two maize cultivars” The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of foliar application of plant growth regulators, such as humic acid, ascorbic acid and thiourea on two different cultivars. The data revealed an increase growth rate of the crops (height of plant, area of leaf, number of leaves, number of nodes, fresh weight per plant) after foliar application of PGRs.

B.Sc. Bachelor of Science (14-year Education)

The Islamia university Bahawalpur, Pakistan [ 2014 – 2016 ]

City: Bahawalpur

Country: Pakistan

Website:https://www.bisebwp.com/

F.Sc Pre-Medical (Higher Secondary School) BISE BWP [ 2010 – 2012 ]

City: Bahawalnagar

Country: Pakistan

Website:https://www.biselahore.com/https://www.bisebwp.com/

Field(s) of study: Pre-Medical

Final grade: 607/1100

Matriculation- Science (Secondary School)

BISE Multan [ 2008 – 2010 ]

City: Multan

Country: Pakistan

Website:https://web.bisemultan.edu.pk/https://web.bisemultan.edu.pk/

RESEARCH INTERESTS

Plant Genetics and Breeding

Plant and soil microbial structure

Plant Biotechnology

Plant environment interaction

Stress physiology

PROJECTS

Punjab Agriculture Research Board (PARB) [ 1/11/2018 – 1/06/2019

Evaluation and management of indigenous date palm genetic resources for economic trait. Fusarium wilt and red palm weevil

•As Researcher my Duties were:

•Collection and review of secondary data on the date palm varieties, using the available literatureand local collectors.

•Collection of data from the field on different parameters of date palm varieties

•Preparation of checklist of all the varieties with their English and local names and their status.

•Evaluate different morphological characteristics of different varieties of date palm

•Assesmesnt of various fruit characterization of all varieties

•Genetic characterization of all varieties

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Mother tongue(s): Urdu Punjabi

Other language(s):

English

LISTENING C1READING C2WRITING C1

Panjabi

LISTENING C2READING C2WRITING C2

SPOKEN INTERACTION C2

Chinese

READING A1

Urdu

LISTENING C2READING C2WRITING C2

SPOKEN PRODUCTION C2SPOKEN INTERACTION C2

Levels: A1 : Independent user; C1 and C2: Proficient user

DIGITAL SKILLS

Microsoft Office package: Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access / Reference management software (Zotero,

EndNote) / Other skills: Data-Science, GIS and Remote Sensing, Math and Statistic / SPSS software satistiche /

Video Conferencing (Zoom, Teams, Skype, Webex) - Advanced / Social Media including Facebook, WhatsApp and Twitter / Research and analytical skills

RESEARCH PAPERS AND ABSTRACT:

1.Abstract in 6th international conference on sustainable agriculture in changing climate strategies and management Rawalakot.

2.A paper related to my M.Phil. research work is submitted in International journal of Food Science and Technology with title “Comparative Physio-Chemical Profiling of Date Palm (Phoenix dactylifera) Seed Oil of Different Varieties grown in pakistan”.

POPULAR ARTICLE/BOOKLET/BROUCHERS

Postharvest Problems of Fruits and Vegetables in Pakistan, published in ‘WeeklyTechnology Times’ Islamabad, Pakistan Vol. 4, No. 49. 2018. (English).

Mango-An Important Exportable Fruit, published in monthly KisaanRisalaLahore, on July, 2017. (Urdu).

Pollination of Date Palm, published in monthly Kisaan Time Lahore, on July, 2017.(Urdu).

Naturally Processed Dried Dates,published in ‘News Letter, Pakistan Society ofHorticultural Sciences’, University of Agriculture Faisalabad during 2017-2018. (English).

Persimmon Nutritional Facts, Published in monthly KisaanRisala Lahore, on June,2018. (Urdu).

Pre and Postharvest Management of Grapefruit, published by Post-harvestResearch Center, Ayub Agricultural Research Institute, Faisalabad and Institute of Horticultural Sciences, University of Agriculture, Faisalabad, Pakistan. (Booklet in Urdu).

CONFERENCES/ SEMINARS/Training/Short Courses/certificates/

Participated in one day workshop “Efficient Date Palm Pollination Using

Pollinator” at the Institute of Horticultural Sciences” held on 5thApril, 2018,Organized by Institute of Horticultural Sciences, University of Agriculture, Faisalabad.

Participated in two day training workshop on “Bioassays for Exploration of Bioactives” organized by Department of Biochemistry, University of Agriculture, Faisalabad.

Participated in one-day Seminar on “Establishment of Date Palm GermplasmUnit” Held on December 28, 2016, Organized by Institute of Horticultural Sciences,University of Agriculture, Faisalabad.

Attended one day training workshop on Scientific Writing on September 27, 2018 at university of Agriculture Faisalabad.

Attended webinar on use of mulching in landscape on july, 5, 2021 organized by Institute of Horticultural Sciences, UAF

Attended webinar on plant, abiotic stresses and economy: scenario and strategies worldwide on july 14-15,2021 organized by department of botany GCUF

Attended international horticulture conference Pakistan on February 26-28, 2019 organized by department of Horticulture BZU Multan

Attended 10 days Pedagogical training held at Islamia university Bahawalpur sub campus Bahawalnagar in 2023

ACHIEVEMENTS/AWARDS

Got Best Teacher Award at School Level

Received Laptop by Merit laptop scheme initiated by Prime Minister YouthInitiative Program in 2016.

During M.Phil awarded with HEC based merit scholarship in 2019

WORK EXPERIENCE

Works as internee in PM Youth Internship Programme, Faisalabad from 2017-2018.

Working experience in Pomology lab in University of Agriculture, Faisalabad.

“Evaluation and management of indigenous Date Palm genetic resources for economic traits, Fusarium wilt and Red Palm Weevil”. At Pomology Lab, Institute of Horticultural Sciences, UAF.Worked as a research assistant (DPL) from July 2018 to date

Worked as a Biology teacher in Alliance High School District Bahawalnagar in 2014-2016

Worked as a science Teacher at Govt. Model Elementary School Mund Tehsil Daska (Sialkot) in 2017-2018

Worked as a science teacher at DISTRICT PUBLIC SCHOOL BAHAWALNAGAR in 2021-2022

Worked as a visiting lecturer at Islamia University Bahawalpur sub campus Bahawalnagar in Spring, 2022

Worked as an accountant at Grand City (Grand star real estate and developers in 2022-2023

Worked as a item developer in Punjab examination commission in 2022.

Worker as a examiner in RedEmarker

RESPONSIBILITIES AS A RESEARCHER

Deliver lectures, seminars and tutorials

Design, prepare and develop courses, modules and teaching materials

Develop and implement new methods of teaching to reflect changes in research

Assess students' coursework

Set, mark and moderate examinations and assessments

Supervise students' research activities, including final year undergraduate projects, Masters dissertations

Participate in staff training activities

REFERENCES

Name:Dr. Summar Abbas Naqvi

(Assistant professor, Institute of Horticulture Sciences,

Phone number: +92-033********

Email:ad0dra@r.postjobfree.com

I am writing this letter in strong support of Miss Aqsa kiran application for both his academic pursuits and professional endeavors. My association with Miss Aqsa kirandates back to 28-1019, during his involvement in a (PARB) project. During this time, I had the opportunity to witness his unwavering commitment and dedication as a volunteer field worker. He consistently proved to be an invaluable member of our survey teams, demonstrating remarkable enthusiasm for data collection.

Miss Aqsa Kiran research capabilities and innovative prowess are truly commendable. she has garnered substantial experience in experimental techniques related to date palm morphological, biochemical and genetic characterization. Notably, she possesses a remarkable ability to swiftly grasp new concepts and adapt to diverse situations. His diligence as a researcher is coupled with outstanding communication skills, and he consistently excels even under highpressure circumstances.

On a personal level, Miss Aqsa Kiran is characterized by his discipline, focus, strong conceptual understanding, and unwavering motivation. He possesses a pleasant and amiable personality that makes him a pleasure to work with.

Name:Dr. Mansoor Hameed

(Department of Botany,University of Agriculture Faisalabad)

Phone number: +92-032********

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