Molecular Biochemistry Research Group

Dr.Sumera Shaheen is group leader of Molecular Biochemistry group in the Department of Biochemistry, Govt. College Women University, Faisalabad, Pakistan. Focus of research of this group is on; DNA,RNA and Protein work with emphasis on Gene Expression Regulation, Genetic Engineering, Cell Lines. This research group is interested to work on molecul....





Clinical Pharmacogenetics Research Group

Biochemistry has enjoyed an intimate relationship with medicine illuminating many aspects of human health and diseases. It helps us to understand the chemical aspects of biological processes, plays a huge role in the development of novel new scientific approaches. The Clinical Pharmacogenomics Group aims to personalize medicine by studying DNA vari....





Industrial Biotechnology Research Group

Dr. Salma Shahid is group leader of Industrial Biotechnology Research group in the Department of Biochemistry, Govt. College Women University, Faisalabad, Pakistan. This Research group covers research activities related to Biocomposites: Production, Optimization, and characterization of Bioplastics. Their role in upgrading Pakistan???s plastic Indu....





Advanced BIO-nanomaterials and innovative biosensors (ABN-IBS)

The Advanced BIO-nanomaterials and innovative biosensors research group, lead by Dr Aysha Shaheen, focuses on cutting-edge advancement in nano biotechnology. The group's primary research domain span advanced diagnostic, environmental and biomedical nano-biosensors, smart nano materials, and intelligent nano-sensing systems.....




Introduction

The Health and Physical Education Department is dedicated to promoting physical fitness, health awareness, and overall well-being among students. The department provides opportunities for learners to develop healthy lifestyles, acquire knowledge about physical and mental health, and participate in sports and recreational activities. Through a balanced program of physical education, health education, and sports, the department aims to foster lifelong habits that contribute to personal growth, teamwork, leadership, and social responsibility.

Vision

The vision of Department of Biochemistry is to contribute potentially in achieving the national and global goals of empowering women through academics and research.

Mission

Mission of the department is to educate the female students with learning of advanced skills and research techniques in the disciplines of Biochemistry, Biotechnology and Medical Laboratory Technology for achieving relevant

BS Biochemistry [Four Years Degree Programme ]

  • Program Duration: 4 Years
  • Eligibility Criteria: F.Sc (Pre-Medical/ Pre-Engineering) or equivalent with at least 45 % marks (2nd Division)
  • Seats Allocation :  Morning 60 / Evening 100
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DR. MUBSHARA SAADIA

Assistant Professor, Biochemistry

DR.NAILA RAFIQ

Assistant Professor, Biochemistry

DR. SUMERA SHAHEEN

Assistant Professor, Biochemistry

DR.SADAF SALEEM

Assistant Professor, Biochemistry

DR.TANZILA SAHAR

Assistant Professor, Biochemistry

DR.KAUSAR PARVEEN

Assistant Professor, Biochemistry

DR.SUMAIRA KOUSAR

Assistant Professor, Biochemistry

MS SAIRA AFZAL

Lecturer, Biochemistry

NOOR UL AIN BUTT

Visiting Lecturer, Biochemistry

AMNA RAMZAN

Visiting Lecturer, Biochemistry

DR. SAJIDA KANWAL

Assistant Professor, Biochemistry

AYESHA RIAZ

Lecturer, Biochemistry

SABA TEHSEEN

Lecturer, Biochemistry

MEHAK TARIQ

Lecturer, Biochemistry

FAIZA AKRAM

Visiting Lecturer, Biochemistry

SYEDA HINA ZAINAB

Visiting Lecturer, Biochemistry

DR. HINA FATIMA

Lecturer, Biochemistry

TAHREEM TAMOOR

Visiting Lecturer, Biochemistry

A 1-day seminar and product display on Integrating Natural Products and Nutraceuticals for Wellness, was successfully held at Government Col...

Bridging academia and industry! The Bioactive Society of the Department of Biochemistry recently hosted an insightful industrial visit to ...

The Bioactive Society of Department of Biochemistry, under the visionary leadership of Worthy Vice Chancellor-GCWUF, Prof. Dr. Kanwal Ameen ...

The Seminar on Enhancing Entrepreneurial Skills was successfully conducted on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM at Gove...

In a significant milestone for higher education and student leadership, the Department of Biochemistry at Government College Women Universit...

Passing the mantle of scientific excellence! The Bioactive Society GCWUF hosted its prestigious Torch Passing Ceremony 2026 and Poster Dis...

Department of Biochemistry GCWUF marked a monumental milestone in scientific advancement by successfully hosting the prestigious 3rd Nationa...

Following the progressive vision of the Worthy Vice Chancellor, Prof. Dr. Kanwal Ameen (T.I.), The staff and administration of Government Co...

The 3rd day of the event was mainly the workshop day except some talks from experts of the fields. After recitation and Naat Sharif, Prof. D...

The 2nd day of the event was organized at GCWUF. Two Vice Chancellors honored the event at closing ceremony at Jinnah Auditorium. The Chief ...

The 2nd National and 1st International 03 Days Conference Cum Workshop on Natural Products: Biological and Pharmaceutical Applications (Hybr...

Publications

1. Books

2. Research Paper
DR. SAADIA BASHEER.In: Glutathione-Dependent Formaldehyde Dehydrogenase Homolog from Bacillus subtilis Strain R5 is a Propanol-Preferring Alcohol Dehydrogenase,editor,(eds.)title series title and number,Nil,Springer ;Springer,20-JAN-17. p.13-23
DR. SAADIA BASHEER.In: Identification of a novel copper-activated and halide-tolerant laccase in Geobacillus thermopakistaniensis,editor,(eds.)title series title and number,Nil,Springer (SpringerLink);SpringerLink,17-MAR-17. p.563-571
DR. SAADIA BASHEER.In: A phytobeneficial strain Planomicrobium sp. MSSA???10 triggered oxidative stress responsive mechanisms and regulated the growth of pea plants under induced saline environment,editor,(eds.)title series title and number,1365-2672,Society for Applied Microbiology.;Society for Applied Microbiology.,07-MAR-18. p.1566-1579
DR. SAADIA BASHEER.In: Article A highly stable laccase from Bacillus subtilis strain R5: gene cloning and characterization,editor,(eds.)title series title and number,Nil,Taylor and Francis Online;Taylor and Francis Online,20-SEP-18. p.436-445
BUSHRA MUNIR.In: Exploration of Carica papaya bioactive compounds as potential inhibitors of dengue NS2B, NS3 and NS5 protease,editor,(eds.)title series title and number,1011-601X,University of Karachi ;Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Karachi ,09-JAN-20. p.355-360
DR. MUBSHARA SAADIA.In: Antioxidant, hypolycemic, antilipidemic, and protective effect of polyherbal emulsion (F6-SMONSECCE) on alloxan-induced diabetic rats,editor,(eds.)title series title and number,2470-1343,omega;omega,25-MAY-23. p.1-10
DR.KAUSAR PARVEEN.In: Surface Functionalized Hyaluronic Acid Coated Chitosan Nanoparticles for Enhanced Chloroquine Delivery in Triple-Negative Breast Cancer,editor,(eds.)title series title and number,DOI:10.1016/j.jddst.2025.107654,Amsterdam, The Netherlands;Elsevier BV,01-JAN-26. p.1-115
DR.NAILA RAFIQ.In: Morphobio- chemical analysis of salinity stress Resonse of wheat.,editor,(eds.)title series title and number,0556-3321,https://scopus.com;Scopus,18-SEP-06. p.759-1767
DR.NAILA RAFIQ.In: Elevated genetic deletion of GSTT1 in Pakistani population,editor,(eds.)title series title and number,0449-0576,https://scopus.com;Scopus,08-JAN-13. p.2-5
DR.NAILA RAFIQ.In: Chemical composition and in vitro evaluation of antimicrobial and antioxidant activities of essential oils extracted from seven eucalptus species,editor,(eds.)title series title and number,1420-3049,https://scopus.com;Scopus,08-JAN-15. p.20487-20498
DR.NAILA RAFIQ.In: Association of pulmonary infections of Mycobacterium Tuberculosis with biochemical and demographic parameters. .,editor,(eds.)title series title and number,2454-6348,https://scopus.com;Scopus,02-JAN-17. p.69-77
DR.NAILA RAFIQ.In: Chemical and biological analysis of the extract from the plant Rumexhastatus for its secondry metabolites,editor,(eds.)title series title and number,2454-6348,https://scopus.com;Scopus,03-APR-17. p.40-44
DR.NAILA RAFIQ.In: Acidic and enzymatic saccharifcation of waste agricultural biomass for biotechnological production of xylitol,editor,(eds.)title series title and number,1752-153X,https://scopus.com;Scopus,06-JUN-17. p.6-6
DR.NAILA RAFIQ.In: Study of effect of physical mutagensis on Production of glucose oxidase in Aspergillus niger,editor,(eds.)title series title and number,2230-9926,https://scopus.com;Scopus,02-JUL-17. p.15335-15343
DR.NAILA RAFIQ.In: Comparative tudy for Optimization of Nutritional Parameters for Enhanced Production of Glucose Oxidase from Wild and Mutants Strains of A. niger ,editor,(eds.)title series title and number,0976-8610,https://scopus.com;Scopus,05-JUL-17. p.1-13
DR.NAILA RAFIQ.In: Socio-demographic and co-morbidity study of TB patients from selected areas of punjab Pakistan,editor,(eds.)title series title and number,2454-6348,https://scopus.com;Scopus,02-AUG-17. p.109-121
DR.SALMA SHAHID.In: Review: chemical shrinkage characterization techniques for thermoset resins and associated composite,editor,(eds.)title series title and number,1573-4803,Nill;Nill,04-FEB-13. p.5387-5409
DR.SALMA SHAHID.In: Impact of carbon source and variable nitrogen conditions on bacterial biosynthesis of Polyhydroxyalkanoates: evidence of an atypical metabolism in Bacillus megaterium DSM 509,editor,(eds.)title series title and number,2693-2504,Nill;Nill,01-MAR-13. p.302-308
DR.SALMA SHAHID.In: Impact of hydrophobic treatment of jute on moisture regain and mechanical properties of composite material,editor,(eds.)title series title and number,0731-6844,Nill;Nill,10-JUL-15. p.2059-2068
DR.SALMA SHAHID.In: Modelling the effect of weave structure and fabric thread density on mechanical and comfort properties of woven fabrics,editor,(eds.)title series title and number,2300-0929,Nill;Nill,08-FEB-16. p.160-164
DR.SALMA SHAHID.In: Bioactive woven flax based composites: development and characterization,editor,(eds.)title series title and number,1528-0837,Nill;Nill,24-JUN-16. p.549-561
DR.SALMA SHAHID.In: Novel derivatives of 3D woven T-shaped composites with improved performance,editor,(eds.)title series title and number,0731-6844,Nill;Nill,31-MAY-18. p.267-273
DR.SALMA SHAHID.In: Cellulosic Fillers Extracted from Argyreia Speciose Waste: A Potential Reinforcement for Composites to Enhance Properties,editor,(eds.)title series title and number,Nill,Nill;Nill,01-JAN-20. p.1-10
DR.SALMA SHAHID.In: Cellulosic fillers extracted from Argyreia speciose waste: a potential reinforcement for composites to enhance properties,editor,(eds.)title series title and number,,Nill;Nill,01-JAN-20. p.1-1
DR.SALMA SHAHID.In: Effect of glass microspheres and fabric weave structure on mechanical performance of hemp/green epoxy composites,editor,(eds.)title series title and number,1548-0569,Nill;Nill,07-AUG-20. p.4771-4787
DR.TANZILA SAHAR.In: Screening of Phytoconstituents, Investigation of Antioxidant and Antibacterial Activity of Methanolic and Aqueous Extracts of Cucumis sativus L. ,editor,(eds.)title series title and number, ISSN(0253-5106),Journal of the Chemical Society of Pakistan ;nil,11-SEP-13. p.456-462
DR.TANZILA SAHAR.In: Hyper-production of Glucose Oxidase (GOX) from Aspergillus niger by using Chemical Mutagenesis. Journal of pour and applied microbiology.,editor,(eds.)title series title and number,Nil,Journal of pour and applied microbiology;nil,11-MAR-15. p.963-972
DR.TANZILA SAHAR.In: Study of effect of Physical Mutagensis on Production of Glucose Oxidase in Aspergillus niger. ,editor,(eds.)title series title and number,ISSN 2229-5518,nil;nil,11-FEB-17. p.15335-15343
DR.TANZILA SAHAR.In: Comparative Study For Optimization Of Nutritional Parameters For Enhanced Production Of Glucose Oxidase From Wild And Mutants Strains Of A. Niger. ,editor,(eds.)title series title and number,Nil,nil;nil,11-AUG-17. p.1-13
DR.TANZILA SAHAR.In: Strain improvement of newly isolated Lactobacillus acidophilus MS1 for enhanced bacteriocin production,editor,(eds.)title series title and number,Nil,nil;nil,11-AUG-17. p.1-1
DR.TANZILA SAHAR.In: Solid state fermentation of aspergillus niger for citric acid production using agriculture residue as substrate. ,editor,(eds.)title series title and number,Nil,nil;nil,12-MAR-18. p.27-38
DR.TANZILA SAHAR.In: Statistical optimization of fungal laccase produced by solid state fermentation. ,editor,(eds.)title series title and number,Nil,nil;nil,12-AUG-18. p.1-1
DR.TANZILA SAHAR.In: Complications of Diabetes: An Insight into Genetic Polymorphism and Role of Insulin,editor,(eds.)title series title and number,Nil,nil;nil,12-SEP-18. p.1-9
DR.TANZILA SAHAR.In: Development of regression model for bacteriocin production from local of Lactobacillus acidophilus MS1 using Box-Behnken design. ,editor,(eds.)title series title and number,ISSN: 1878-8181,nil;nil,20-MAR-20. p.1-1
DR.TANZILA SAHAR.In: . Ecofriendly Green Synthesis of Iron Oxide Nanoparticles Using citrus sinensis.,editor,(eds.)title series title and number,Nil,nil;nil,12-SEP-20. p.1-1
SYEDA TAHSEEN ZAHRA.In: Dominance of Bacillus species in the wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) rhizosphere and their plant growth promoting potential under salt stress conditions,editor,(eds.)title series title and number,2167-8359,5 Howick Place, London, SW1P 1WG, United Kingdom;Taylor & Francis,09-JAN-23. p.1-24
SYEDA TAHSEEN ZAHRA.In: Potential of psychrotolerant rhizobacteria for the growth promotion of wheat (Triticum aestivum L.),editor,(eds.)title series title and number,2167-8359,Nill;Taylor & Francis,30-NOV-23. p.1-24
SYEDA TAHSEEN ZAHRA.In: Probing the potential of salinity-tolerant endophytic bacteria to improve the growth of mungbean [Vigna radiata (L.) Wilczek],editor,(eds.)title series title and number,1664-302X,Nill;Nill,04-DEC-23. p.1-16
SYEDA TAHSEEN ZAHRA.In: Occurrence of diverse plant growth promoting bacteria in soybean [Glycine max (L.) Merrill] root nodules and their prospective role in enhancing crop yield,editor,(eds.)title series title and number,1878-8181,Nill;Nill,17-FEB-24. p.1-13
SYEDA TAHSEEN ZAHRA.In: Salt???Tolerant Plant Growth???Promoting Bacteria (ST???PGPB): An Effective Strategy for Sustainable Food Production,editor,(eds.)title series title and number,1432-0991,Nill;Nill,12-AUG-24. p.1-15
SYEDA TAHSEEN ZAHRA.In: Occupancy of diverse bacterial species in mungbean nodules functioning as plant biostimulants under saline conditions,editor,(eds.)title series title and number,0254-6299,Nill;Nill,18-MAR-25. p.1-12
SYEDA TAHSEEN ZAHRA.In: Biofilm forming and swarming activities of Bacillus cereus modulated by multiclass compounds,editor,(eds.)title series title and number,2950-1946,Nill;Nill,11-DEC-25. p.1-12
DR.SADAF SALEEM.In: A phenotypic study of N-acetyltransferase 1in local human population for determination of N-acetyl metabolite of 5-ASA. ,editor,(eds.)title series title and number,11(2),Nil;Nil,01-FEB-13. p.102-106
DR.SADAF SALEEM.In: Effect of acetaminophen on sulfamethazine acetylation in male volunteer. International journal of immunopathology and pharmacology.,editor,(eds.)title series title and number,DOI: 10.1177/0394632015593238 ,Nil;NIL,05-FEB-15. p.17-22
DR.SADAF SALEEM.In: Chemical Composition and??in-Vitro??Evaluation of the Antimicrobial and Antioxidant Activities of Essential Oils Extracted from Seven Eucalyptus??Species,editor,(eds.)title series title and number,20(11),nil;elsewhere,15-MAY-15. p.20487-20498
DR.SADAF SALEEM.In: Chemical Composition and in-Vitro Evaluation of the Antimicrobial and Antioxidant Activities of Essential Oils Extracted from Seven Eucalyptus Species,editor,(eds.)title series title and number,20(11),Nil;Nil,05-OCT-15. p.487-498
DR.SADAF SALEEM.In: Effect of UDP-Glucuronosyltransferase (UGT) 1A Polymorphism (rs8330 and rs10929303) on Glucuronidation Status of Acetaminophen.,editor,(eds.)title series title and number,1559-3258,nil;elsewhere,11-SEP-17. p.1559-3258
DR.SADAF SALEEM.In: Acidic and enzymatic saccharification of waste agricultural biomass for biotechnological production of xylitol. ,editor,(eds.)title series title and number,DOI 10.1186/s13065-017-0331-z,Nil;Nil,12-SEP-17. p.1-6
DR.SADAF SALEEM.In: ??Effects of methanolic and aqueous extracts of Ipomoea batatas L on mineral contents level (calcium and magnesium) in alloxan-induced diabetic rats,editor,(eds.)title series title and number,3105-9686,nil;elsewhere,19-SEP-18. p.2077-2083
DR.SADAF SALEEM.In: Genetic polymorphism of NAT1 in local Pakistani population,editor,(eds.)title series title and number,101343,nil;elsewhere,01-DEC-21. p.101-343
DR. SUMERA SHAHEEN.In: Cloning and Phylogenetic Analysis of RNA Helicase p68 Encoding DDX5 Gene from Human MCF7 Cell Line ,editor,(eds.)title series title and number, 1560???8530,Nil;Nil,28-FEB-14. p.649-652
DR. SUMERA SHAHEEN.In: Cloning and phylogenetic analysis of RNA helicase p68 encoding DDX5 gene from human MCF7 cell line,editor,(eds.)title series title and number,Nil,Nil;Nil,23-MAY-14. p.649-652
DR. SUMERA SHAHEEN.In: Hyperexpression of xylanase from 2- deoxyglucose (2-DG) resistant mutant of Chaetomium thermophilum,editor,(eds.)title series title and number,0253-5106,Nil;Chemical Society of Pakistan,30-JAN-17. p.695-700
DR. SUMERA SHAHEEN.In: Association of Bio-Inflammatory Markers CRP,Interlukin-6 with Glucose level in Obese type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Pakistani Patients,editor,(eds.)title series title and number,1590-8577,Nil;Nil,01-JAN-18. p.282-286
DR. SUMERA SHAHEEN.In: Role of Vitamin D (VDR) Gene Receptor Polymorphism in Onset of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus,editor,(eds.)title series title and number,2475-6245,Nil;Nil,10-JAN-19. p.7-15
DR. SUMERA SHAHEEN.In: Role of Vitamin D (VDR) Gene Receptor Polymorphism in Onset of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus.,editor,(eds.)title series title and number,2475-6245,Nil;Nil,25-FEB-19. p.7-15
DR. SUMERA SHAHEEN.In: Association Analysis of Vitamin D Receptor Gene Polymorphisms in North England Population with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus,editor,(eds.)title series title and number,,Nil;Nil,16-MAR-21. p.8-14
DR. SUMERA SHAHEEN.In: EXPLORING THE NUTRITIONAL AND ANTIOXIDANT POTENTIALS OF CINNAMON AND TURMERIC,editor,(eds.)title series title and number,,Nil;Nil,23-FEB-24. p.255-265
DR. SUMERA SHAHEEN.In: Physiochemical Evaluation of Tetra-Pack Apple Juices Available in Quetta, Pakistan,editor,(eds.)title series title and number,2059-6588,Nil;Nil,25-APR-24. p.4899-4910
DR. SUMERA SHAHEEN.In: Synthesis of Ni doped CNTs Nanocomposites, Their Characterization And Application In The Photodegradation Of Methyl Orange,editor,(eds.)title series title and number,2051-4883,Nil;Nil,23-JUN-24. p.1589-1599
DR. SUMERA SHAHEEN.In: Synthesis of Ni doped CNTs Nanocomposites, Their Characterization And Application In The Photodegradation Of Methyl Orange,editor,(eds.)title series title and number,2051-4883,Nil;Nil,23-JUN-24. p.1589-1599
DR. SUMERA SHAHEEN.In: Improved Citric Acid Productivity from Waste Molasses by Lowering Heavy Metal Concentration Through Soil-Inhabited Mutagen of Aspergillus Niger,editor,(eds.)title series title and number,,Nil;Nil,27-AUG-25. p.2765-2778
DR. SUMERA SHAHEEN.In: Amalgamation of Piper longum and honey into chitosan as wound dressing material,editor,(eds.)title series title and number,,Nil;Nil,09-OCT-25. p.485-500
DR. SUMERA SHAHEEN.In: Structure Analysis and Site-Directed Mutagenesis of the Glycosyltransferase UGT71B8 Leads to Increased Stability and Substrate Activity in Arabidopsis thaliana,editor,(eds.)title series title and number,,Nil;Nil,01-DEC-25. p.1-12
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