Dr. Amir Shahzad | Geology Award | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Amir Shahzad, University of Azad Jammu and Kashmir Muzaffarabad, Pakistan

Dr. Amir Shahzad is a geologist specializing in Sedimentology and Micropaleontology. He holds a Ph.D. in Geology from the University of Azad Jammu & Kashmir (AJ&K) in collaboration with the University of Lausanne, Switzerland. His research focuses on the Cretaceous to Paleogene rocks along the northwestern margin of the Indian plate, utilizing advanced techniques such as petrographic studies, XRD analysis, and isotope ratio mass spectrometry. Dr. Shahzad has extensive field experience in the NW Himalayan Fold & Thrust Belt and the Kohistan Magmatic Arc. He currently serves as a Lecturer at the Institute of Geology, University of AJ&K, and works as a consultant Wellsite Biostratigrapher and Sedimentologist with leading petroleum companies in Pakistan.

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Summary of Suitability for Best Researcher Award

Dr. Amir Shahzad has an impressive academic and research background in Geology, particularly in Sedimentology & Micropaleontology. His credentials include a Ph.D. with a perfect GPA, extensive geological fieldwork, and experience as a lecturer and consultant. His research incorporates advanced analytical techniques and contributes significantly to geoscience. However, for the Best Researcher Award, the suitability depends on the specific award criteria, such as publication impact, interdisciplinary contributions, and research innovation.

📜 Education

🎓 Ph.D. in Geology (Sedimentology & Micropaleontology) – 4.00/4.00
University of Azad Jammu & Kashmir (AJ&K), Muzaffarabad & University of Lausanne, Switzerland

🎓 MS in Applied Geology – 4.00/4.00
University of Azad Jammu & Kashmir (AJ&K), Muzaffarabad

🎓 BS in Applied Geology – 3.9/4.00
University of Azad Jammu & Kashmir (AJ&K), Muzaffarabad

📚 F.Sc (Pre-Medical) – 68%
BISE Mirpur AJ&K

📚 Matriculation – 63%
BISE Mirpur AJ&K

💼 Work Experience

👨‍🏫 Lecturer (May 2016 – Present)
Institute of Geology, University of AJ&K

👨‍🏫 Lecturer (August 2014 – May 2016)
Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences, COMSATS University Islamabad, Abbottabad Campus

🛢️ Consultant Wellsite Biostratigrapher / Sedimentologist
Worked with POGC, PPL, MPCL, and MOL, Pakistan

🔬 Research & Field Work

🗿 Ph.D. Thesis: Sedimentology & Micropaleontology of Cretaceous to Paleogene rocks along northwestern margin of Indian plate (Indus Basin, Pakistan).

🧪 Advanced Techniques Used:

Petrographic Studies 🔍
TOC using Rock Eval TM6 🔬
XRD Analysis for Clay Mineralogy 📊
13Corg Analysis using Mass Spectrometry 🧬
Major & Trace Element Analysis using XRF & LA-ICPMS ⚛️
SEM Analysis of Foraminifera 🔬
Mercury Analysis for PETM 🌍

🏔️ Field Experience:

NW Himalayan Fold & Thrust Belt ⛰️
Sulaiman & Kirthar Fold & Thrust Belts 🏞️
Kohistan Magmatic Arc 🌋
Karakoram Block ❄️

🏆 Achievements, Awards & Honors

🎖️ Ph.D. & MS with Perfect GPA (4.00/4.00)
🏅 International Research Collaboration with University of Lausanne, Switzerland
📜 Published Research in Sedimentology & Micropaleontology
🔬 Contributed to Petroleum Exploration & Geological Research in Pakistan
👏 Experienced University Lecturer in Geology & Earth Sciences

Publication Top Notes:

Preparation and characterizations of multifunctional PVA/ZnO nanofibers composite membranes for surgical gown application

CITED:95

Fabrication of antibacterial electrospun cellulose acetate/silver-sulfadiazine nanofibers composites for wound dressings applications

CITED:76

Preparation and in-vitro assessment of hierarchal organized antibacterial breath mask based on polyacrylonitrile/silver (PAN/AgNPs) nanofiber

CITED:73

Recent developments in transition metal oxide-based electrode composites for supercapacitor applications

CITED:69

Triboelectric nanogenerator based on human hair

CITED:59

Prof. Manish Thakur, CSIR- Central Food Technological Research Institute, Mysore, India

Prof. M.S. Thakur is a distinguished scientist and academician with over 40 years of experience in research and development. He currently serves as the Professor and Head of the Bioengineering Research Centre and the Advanced Research Centre for Clean and Green Energy at Nitte Meenakshi Institute of Technology, Bangalore. Prior to this, he held prominent positions, including Chief Scientist and Director Grade (Retd.) at CSIR-Central Food Technological Research Institute (CFTRI), Mysore, and Head of the Fermentation Technology and Bioengineering Department at CSIR-CFTRI. He also contributed to academia as a Visiting Professor at Mysore University and Mangalore University (2014-2016).

🎓 Education & Work Experience

Current Position: Professor & Head, Bioengineering Research Centre & Advanced Research Centre for Clean and Green Energy, Nitte Meenakshi Institute of Technology, Bangalore.

Former Positions:

🏅 Chief Scientist & Director Grade (Retd.), CSIR-CFTRI, Mysore.
🧪 Head, Fermentation Technology & Bioengineering Dept., CSIR-CFTRI, Mysore.
🎓 Visiting Professor, Mysore University & Mangalore University (2014-2016).

International Experience:

🌍 Visiting Scientist at MIT (USA), University of Maryland (USA), EPFL (Switzerland), Lund University (Sweden), Melbourne University (Australia) & more.

⚖️ Expert Committees & Board Memberships

🇮🇳 Govt. of India Committees:

🧨 Expert Committee Member on Explosive Detection (Principal Scientific Adviser, PMO).
🏛️ DST, ICMR, UGC, FSSAI – Various expert panels.

🏛️ Board Memberships:

Board of Governors, NDRF, Institute of Engineers (India)
Board of Directors, Biotechnology Council, Govt. of Madhya Pradesh