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Associate Professor Dr. Muhammad Zubair

Designation : Associate Professor (Tenured )
Specialization : Chemistry

Email : [email protected]

Office Number : +(92) +92533643112-210

I am pleased to provide a thorough statement detailing my academic and professional background and experience, including academic and research interests with activities undertaken in academic positions (research, teaching, publishing, etc.). I received my primary education from Govt. primary School, 116 J.B Faisalabad Pakistan, where Urdu was the medium of education. I completed my matriculation from the nearby High School of village 115/J.B. Later on I got admission to Govt. College Faisalabad now Govt. College University Faisalabad and completed my intermediate in pre-medical and graduation (B.Sc) in Chemistry, Zoology and Botany combination. I earned my Master's in Chemistry (M.Sc) from the University of Punjab Lahore. I worked during my M.Sc research work at Nuclear Institute for Agriculture and Biology (NIAB), Faisalabad on soil carbohydrates dynamics. My research work was accomplished by using a flame photometer, UV-VIS spectrometer and X-ray diffraction analysis which was later published in the Journal of Soil Science and Plant Nutrition, with the title “Effect of green and farmyard manure on carbohydrates dynamics of salt-affected soil” I have worked in the chemical industry, school education and textile sector for about six years, before applying for HEC scholarship for doctoral studies. The selection process was a rigorous process starting from a GRE-based test. After being short-listed by HEC for the indigenous 5000 fellowships batch-3 scheme, I got my admission to the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, University of Agriculture, Faisalabad under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Farooq Anwar. I obtained my doctoral degree in analytical chemistry from the Department of Chemistry University of Agriculture Faisalabad; Pakistan. The research title of my dissertation was “Characterization of selected varieties of rice (Oryza sativa) and its by-product rice bran for valuable nutrients and antioxidants. I excel in both teaching and research supervision, specializing in analytical chemistry at various academic levels, including Basic (BS(Hons)) and Higher (M.Phil/MS and PhD). My primary research focus lies in the analysis of food and environmental samples, particularly in exploring food compositions and detecting emerging environmental contaminants in soil and water. I obtained my doctoral degree in analytical chemistry from the University of Agriculture in Faisalabad, Pakistan, in 2012. My dissertation, titled "Characterization of selected varieties of rice (Oryza sativa) and its by-product rice bran for valuable nutrients and antioxidants," showcased my expertise in extracting and characterizing rice cereal grain varieties. I utilized cutting-edge analytical techniques such as HPLC, GC, GC-MS, and ICP-OES, following established protocols and methodologies. Equipped with advanced training in HPLC and GC-MS instruments, I am confident in applying analytical methodologies for food and environmental (soil and water) analysis. Collaborating with both national and international researchers, I have contributed significantly to the field, resulting in numerous research publications and book chapters in esteemed international peer-reviewed journals and renowned publishers. Notably, my publications boast an impressive impact factor exceeding 200, with over 2500 citations with an H-Index of 28. In addition to my research accomplishments, I actively supervise PhD and M.Phil students in analytical chemistry. My supervision aligns with my research priorities, focusing on the analysis of food and environmental samples (soil and water) and promoting sustainability. Looking ahead, my vision involves advancing applied research to benefit the community, leveraging my research capacity, and fostering collaborations with national and international research groups and scientists. I am committed to making meaningful contributions to the field of analytical chemistry and addressing societal challenges through innovative research endeavours.

  • My research preferences food and environment analysis.  Analysis focused on exploring natural food compositions and detecting environmental contaminants of emerging concerns

  • M.Phil Leading PhD,University of Agricultural Faisalabad
  • Master,University of Punjab
  • Graduation,University of Punjab
  • Intermediate,Faisalabad Board of Intermediate & Secondary Education
  • Matric,Faisalabad Board of Intermediate & Secondary Education
  • Scholarship M.Phil Leading PhD   Indigenouse 5000 Fellowship Scheme Batch-III HEC
  • Award of HEC-approved research Supervisor   University Approved supervisor for PhD
  • Award of ACS Analytical Chemistry Division   Teaching Grant
  • Award of ACS Analytical Chemistry Division Senior Chemist Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Respect Grant   Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Respect Grant
  • Travel grant from Punjab Higher Education Commission to attend the 19th International Conference on Heavy Metals in the Environment at the University of Georgia, USA 2018   For Conference paper Travel Grant
  • Anal DEIR Committee Member   American Chemical Society
  • Life Memebr   Chemical Society of Pakistan
  • ACS Membership   ACS analytical Chemistry Division
  • RSC affiliate Member   Royal Society Member
  • Member   Asian Phytopathological Society
  • Member of DRRC Committee   Research review committee
  • DTRC member   Departmental Tenure Review Committee
  • DRRC Member Chemical Engineering   Research review committee
  • Food Committee Member   Quality Assurance of Food at Cafe
Student Name DegreeTitle Status / Completed Year
Kausar Jabeen M.Sc. GC-MS Characterization Of Different Canola Cooking Oils at Various Heat Stresses  GC-MS Characterization Of Different Canola Cooking Oils at Various Heat Stresses 2017
Mehwish M.Sc. valuation of Antioxidant and Antiscalant activity of leaves of Nerium Oleander using various extraction regimes  Evaluation of Antioxidant and Antiscalant activity of leaves of Nerium Oleander using various extraction regimes 2013
Waqar Ahmed Ph.D Effect of industrial landfill leachates on metal speciation contaminating soil and water of selected regions of Pakistan  Solid waste is increasing due to growth in mechanization and population and it has become a worldwide issue. The leachate leaks from solid waste dumping site pollute soil and ground water that effect the health of human beings. Therefore, the aim of the current study is to find the toxic metals (As, Cr, Cu and Mn) and heavy metals (Ba, Cd, Hg and Pb) of landfill leachates which effect the soil and water of Sialkot, Gujranwala and Faisalabad, cities of Punjab, Pakistan. After sampling of selected points, X-Ray Fluorescence analysis was performed to reveal the elemental composition of leachates and soil samples. Following elements As, Cr, Cu, Mn, Ba, Cd, Hg, Pb were selected for the onward Inductively Coupled Plasma - Optical Emission Spectroscopy analysis. CRM (SRM 2709a) of San Joaquin for soil and (SRM 1640a) for water were used to confirm accuracy of the metals like As, Ba, Cd, Cu, Cr, Hg, Mn and Pb from collected samples and results were presented as % recovery. Mostly, metals concentration in soil and w 2024
Badra MS Application and evaluation of economically developed nano biomaterial in selected agrosystems  Application and evaluation of economically developed nano biomaterial in selected agrosystems 2024
Sana MS In-situ assessment of selected pesticides in the honey of different agro-climatic regions and their efficient degradation  In-situ assessment of selected pesticides in the honey of different agro-climatic regions and their efficient degradation 2024
Aqsa BiBi MS Characterization of brown and black rice varieties of Pakistan for their nutritional and bio-active composition  Characterization of brown and black rice varieties of Pakistan for their nutritional and bio-active composition 2024
amna shafqat MS Comparative nano biodegradation of selected plastic materials by biocatalysis and photocatalysis  Comparative nano biodegradation of selected plastic materials by biocatalysis and photocatalysis 2024
Zoya MS Comparative evaluation of basmati rice and newly developed black rice varieties of Pakistan for nutraceuticals and antioxidants  Comparative evaluation of basmati rice and newly developed black rice varieties of Pakistan for nutraceuticals and antioxidants 2024
Aiman Mahroo MS Sustainable and non-oxidative conversion and characterization of selected polymeric plastic waste for useful application  Sustainable and non-oxidative conversion and characterization of selected polymeric plastic waste for useful application 2023
Shanza Malik MS Analytical evaluation of hydrophilic biodegradable nano biomaterials prepared for the sustentation of agri-soils  Analytical evaluation of hydrophilic biodegradable nano biomaterials prepared for the sustentation of agri-soils 2023
Ayesha Jabeen MS Fabrication of nano-cellulose encapsulation of essential oils for controlled release antimicrobial activity on textile  Fabrication of nano-cellulose encapsulation of essential oils for controlled release antimicrobial activity on textile 2023
Insha Arshad MS Fabrication of Cellulose-Based Biodegradable Nanomaterial For Transparent UV Shielding  Fabrication of Cellulose-Based Biodegradable Nanomaterial For Transparent UV Shielding 2023
Amina BiBi MS Effect of feed on the occurrence of the toxic heavy metals in control shed poultry foodstuffs and risk assessmen  Effect of feed on the occurrence of the toxic heavy metals in control shed poultry foodstuffs and risk assessmen 2023
Sana Zahra MS Methodological Evaluation of Effective Antioxidants for Food Preservation   Methodological Evaluation of Effective Antioxidants for Food Preservation 2021
Gul Afza MS Analytical evaluation of Effective Chemical Control of hair pigment de-coloration by UV light  Analytical evaluation of Effective Chemical Control of hair pigment de-coloration by UV light 2021
Ayesha Baig MS Evaluation of UV Influenced Dissipation Dynamics of Selected Pesticides and Effect on Natural Antioxidants   Evaluation of UV Influenced Dissipation Dynamics of Selected Pesticides and Effect on Natural Antioxidants 2020
Sara Munir MS Analytical Characterization of hybrid and indigenous corn varieties for nutritional significance  Analytical Characterization of hybrid and indigenous corn varieties for nutritional significance 2020
Shanza Shahid MS Screening Of Indigenous Plants For Removing Turbidity, Alkalinity And Salinity Of Domestic, Ground And Fresh Surface Water  Screening Of Indigenous Plants For Removing Turbidity, Alkalinity And Salinity Of Domestic, Ground And Fresh Surface Water 2019
Bilal Zain MS Optical Emission And Fluorescence Based Characterization Of Environmental Fingerprints Of Municipal Waste Leachate Of Gujranwala, Pakistan   Optical Emission And Fluorescence Based Characterization Of Environmental Fingerprints Of Municipal Waste Leachate Of Gujranwala, Pakistan 2019
Ghulam Mujtaba MS Sonication assisted and micelles enhanced extraction of oil of different eucalyptus species for antimosquito activity  Sonication assisted and micelles enhanced extraction of oil of different eucalyptus species for antimosquito activity 2019
Qasim Ali MS Optimization Of Composite Materials To Enhance The Water Holding Capacity Of Different Soil Nature   Optimization Of Composite Materials To Enhance The Water Holding Capacity Of Different Soil Nature 2019
Rabia Munsif MS Bioelectrodes Based On Nanostructure/Redox Polymers/Redox Enzymes For Biosensing And Biofuel Cell   Bioelectrodes Based On Nanostructure/Redox Polymers/Redox Enzymes For Biosensing And Biofuel Cell 2019
Aqsa Naveed MS Comparative Profiling of chemical variations in nutrients and antioxidants during storage of aromatic rice varieties   Comparative Profiling of chemical variations in nutrients and antioxidants during storage of aromatic rice varieties 2018
Usama Anwar MS Seasonal variations in the occurrence of toxic elements in the landfill surroundings of metal industry   Seasonal variations in the occurrence of toxic elements in the landfill surroundings of metal industry. 2017
Umme Ruman MS Analytical assessment of modulated electric flux triggered degradation of selected pesticides in guava fruits  Analytical assessment of modulated electric flux triggered degradation of selected pesticides in guava fruits 2021
Maira Shafaq MS Investigation Of Antiscalant Characteristics Of Different Ficus Species Using Electroanalytical And Surfoanalytical Techniques  Investigation Of Antiscalant Characteristics Of Different Ficus Species Using Electroanalytical And Surfoanalytical Techniques 2019
Amina Adrees MS Evaluation Of Si-APTS Based Nanomaterial For The Extraction of Valuable Rice Antioxidants  Evaluation Of Si-APTS Based Nanomaterial For The Extraction of Valuable Rice Antioxidants 2018
  • Focal Person of Green Youth Movement Club UOG for 2023-2024
  • Focal Person of Research MOU between UOG and RRI
  • Food Committee member for Food quality control in UOG
  • InCharge HPLC GCMS LAB
  • Focal person Departmental Laptop distribution
  • Focal Person for Business Incubation Center for Chemistry Departmemt
  • Sports Coordinator Chemistry Department
  • 1. Ambreen Fatima, Muhammad Adnan Ayub, Nasrin Choobkar, Muhammad Zubair, Kim D. Thomspon. |Amjad Hussain “The Effect of Different Extraction Techniques on the Bioactive Characteristics of Dill (Anethum graveolens) Essential Oil” Food Science & Nutrition, March 2025  DOI: https://doi.org/10.1002/fsn3.70089
  • 2. Muhammad Adnan Ayub, Hawraz Ibrahim M. Amin, Rameen Waseem, Kamaran Younis M. Amin, Muhammad Asif Hanif, Amjad Hussain, Kovan Dilawar Issa, Jorge Ramírez, Chabaco Armijos8, Muhammad Zubair9, Giovanni Vidari7*. “Short Path Molecular Distillation of the Essential Oil from Pinus roxburghii Oleoresin Affords Volatile Fractions with Powerful Antioxidant and Antimicrobial Activities Comparable with Common Synthetic Agents” Heliyon , January 2025  DOI:
  • 3. Wajiha Sarfraz, Urooj Ansar Mughal, Mujahid Farid, Mostafa A. Abdel-Maksoud, Abdul Malik, Zaki ul Zaman Asam, Mohsin Abbas, Muhammad Zubair, Sabiha Fatima, Noreen Khalid “Enhancement of the Phytoremediation Capacity of Matricaria chamomilla L. by Using Moringa Leaf Extract and Zero-Valent Iron Nanoparticles” South African Journal Of Botany, January 2025  DOI:
  • 4. Aqsa Bibi, Gul Afza, Zoya Afzal, Mujahid Farid Sajjad Hussain Sumrra, Muhammad Asif Hanif, Bedigama Kankanamge Kolita Kama Jinadasad and Muhammad Zubair “Synthetic vs. natural antimicrobial agents for safer textiles: a comparative review.” Rsc Advances, November 2024  DOI:
  • 5. Zarafshan Shahzadi, Khunish Bibi, Kiran Nawaz, Sadia Akram, Asad Syed, Sajjad Hussain Sumrra, Muhammad Zubair, Muddassar Zafar, Nayab Arif, Hind A. AL-Shwaiman and Muhammad Nadeem Zafar “Comparativestudyofun-dopedCeO2andmetal(Mn,Co,Fe) doped CeO2 nanoparticles for the removal of golden yellow dye from synthetic wastewater” International Journal Of Environmental Analytical Chemistry, August 2024  DOI:
  • 6. Madiha Ahmad, Qamar Riaz, Mehwish Tabassum, Syed Salman Shafqat, Aima tul ayesha, Muhammad Zubair, Youpeng Xiong, Asad Syed, Hind A. AL-Shwaiman, Muhammad Arif Nadeem, Xin Jia, Guobao Xu, Muhammad Nadeem Zafar “DFT and comparative adsorption study of NiO, MnO, and Mn2NiO4 2 nanomaterials for the removal of amaranth dye from synthetic water” Rsc Advances, June 2024  DOI:
  • 7. Ayesha Baia, Muhammad Zubair*, Sajjad Hussain Summra, Muhammad Nadeem Zafar, Fayyaz Ahmad, Muhammad Faizan Nazac, Mujahid Farid, Muhammad Bilal, Umer Rashid “Green photosensitizers for the degradation of selected pesticides of high risk in most susceptible food: A safer approach” Plos One, November 2021  DOI:
  • 8. Waqar Ahmad, Rima D. Alharthy, Mahmood Ahmed, Muhammad Zubair*, Abdul Hameed, Sajjad Rafique. “Toxic and heavy metals contamination assessment in soil and water near the industrial landfill in Sialkot city of Punjab province, Pakistan: An estimation of human health risk” Scientific Reports, August 2021  DOI:
  • 9. Muhammad Zubair*, Usama Anwar, Muhammad Ashfaq, Muhammad Nadeem Zafar, Mujahid Farid, Fayyaz Ahmed, Waqar Ahmed, Shafaqat Ali, Muhammad Rizwan, Abdulaziz Abdullah Alsahli. Mohammed Nasser Alyemeni, Leonard Wijaya. “ Heavy metals occurrence, seasonal variation and enrichment in urban soils augmented with industrial waste” Polish Journal Of Environmental Studies, May 2021  DOI:
  • 10. Muhammad Zubair, Farooq Anwar, Muhammad Ashraf and Md. Kamal Uddin. “ Characterization of High-Value Bioactives in Some Selected Varieties of Pakistani Rice (Oryza sativa L.) ” International Journal Of Molecular Sciences, April 2012  DOI:
Date TitleAgency/Organization Amount Status
2018-06-01Template Controlled Nano-Materials for Catalytic Mild Oxidation of Organic Compounds into Industrial ProductsHEC Pakistan4399999.4Completed
  • MOU of Research Support to RRI ( New Products Developed )