Dr. Naz Fatima

Dr. Naz Fatima

Dr. Naz Fatima

Assistant Professor Zoology

naz.fatima@ucp.edu.pk
Ext: 600

Profile Summary

Dr. Naz Fatima earned her Ph.D in Zoology with specialization in cell and molecular biology from Institute of Zoology, University of the Punjab Q-A Campus Lahore, Pakistan. During her Ph.D, she was recipient of exchange Scholarship to The Ohio State University Columbus-OH USA. She explored the interplay between Tacrolimus and hedgehog signaling pathway at mRNA and protein level during Ph.D studies. Ms. Naz has substantial experience in the area of molecular biology and has also been involved in clinical genetics research. She is also working as a reviewer for academic journals. Her field of specialization is Cellular, Molecular and clinical biology of internal organs with a focus on lipid metabolism during inflammation and hepatic injury. Prevention and treatment of human diseases relies extensively on the efforts of basic science researchers, which serves as a strong motivator for Dr. Fatima. She is focused and enthusiastic to continue her academic career combined with research where she can help students to flourish and groom as good scientists.

Qualification

Ph.D ZoologyZoology/ Cell and Molecular BiologyInstitute of Zoology, University of the Punjab, Q-A Campus Lahore, 54590 IRSIP Scholar The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH USA 20212021
M.PhilZoology, PhysiologyUniversity of Veterinary & Animal Sciences, Lahore, Pakistan2012
M.ScZoology Institute of ZoologyUniversity of the Punjab, Q-A Campus Lahore, 545902009

Experience

Assistant professor ZoologyDepartment of Zoology, FoST, University of Central Punjab, LahoreMarch 2022 till date
Lecturer Zoology (Visiting)Department of Science Education, Institute of Education and Research, University of the Punjab, Q-A Campus Lahore, 545902016-2022
Lecturer Zoology (Visiting)Department of Zoology, University of Okara 2020-2021
Lecturer Zoology (Contract)Department of Zoology, Government College University Lahore2018-2019
CTI ZoologyGovt. Post Graduate Islamia College Lahore CanttFeb, 2014-Aug, 2014

Administrative Experience

Member, Board of StudiesDepartment of Zoology, Faculty of Science and Technology, University of Central Punjab, Lahore
Member, Board of FacultyFaculty of Science and TechnologyUniversity of Central Punjab, Lahore
Member, Thesis Evaluation committeeDepartment of Zoology, Faculty of Science and TechnologyUniversity of Central Punjab, Lahore
ReviewerScientific journal(Web of Science Researcher ID AAG-1752-2020)
Member, Curriculum committeeDepartment of Science Education, Institute of Education and Research University of the Punjab, Lahore
Academic Editor Albus Scientia
Practical Examiner Bachelors level, Zoology-
CoordinatorIntermediate at College level-
Sub ExaminerIntermediateBISE Lahore

Publications

1Ashfaq, I, Sheikh, N., Fatima, N., Tayyeb, A. Inhibition of anti-inflammatory pathway through suppressors of cytokine signalling (Socs2/Socs3) in the initiation of hepatocellular carcinoma. Saudi Journal of Biological Sciences. (IF: 4.052).
2Aslam A, Sheikh N, Shahzad M , Saeed G, Fatima N, Akhtar T. 2022. Quercetin ameliorates thioacetamide-induced hepatic fibrosis and oxidative stress by antagonizing the Hedgehog signaling pathway. Journal of Cellular Biochemistry. (IF: 4.480).
3Mukhtar, M., Sheikh, N., Batool, A., Khawar MB, Fatima, N., Mehmood, R. 2021. Novel functional polymorphism on PADI-4 gene and its association with arthritis onset. Saudi Journal of Biological Sciences. (IF: 4.219).
4Akram, A., Chaudhary, A., Kausar, H., Althobaiti, F., Abbas, AS., Hussain, H., Fatima, N., Zafar, E., Asif, W., Afzal, U., Yousaf, Z., Zafar, A., Harakeh, SM., Qamer, S. 2021. Analysis of RAS Gene Mutations in Cytogenetically Normal de novo Acute Myeloid Leukemia Patients reveals some novel alterations. Saudi Journal of Biological Sciences. (IF: 4.219).
5Fatima, N., Sheikh, N., Satoskar, AR., Jha, BK., Akhtar, T., Tayyeb, A., Ashfaq, I. 2021. Interaction of Tacrolimus through hedgehog signaling pathway: An in vitro evaluation using rat hepatocytes. Human and Experimental Toxicology. (IF: 2.9).
6Fatima, N., Sheikh, N., Satoskar, AR., Akhtar, T., Tayyeb, A., Ashfaq, I., Ryan, N., Ambreen, S., Jha, BK., Oghumu, S. 2021. Effect of Short-Term Tacrolimus Exposure on Rat Liver: An Insight into Serum Antioxidant Status, Liver Lipid Peroxidation, and Inflammation. Mediators of Inflammation. (IF: 4.71).
7Khawar MB, Fatima N, Abbasi MH, Sheikh N, Amaan HN, Mehmood R, Mukhtar M, Arif A, Ahmad Z, Siddique Z, Farooq A, and Saeed T. 2021. Role and Molecular Mechanisms of Lysosomes and Cathepsins in Neuropathology and Aging: New Insights. Journal of Neurodegenerative Disorders.
8Amin, A., Sheikh, N., Mukhtar, M., Saleem T, Akhtar, T., Fatima N., Mehmood R. 2021. Association of interleukin-17 gene polymorphisms with the onset of Rheumatoid Arthritis. Immunobiology. (IF: 3.144).
9Mehmood, R., Sheikh, N., Khawar, MB., Abbasi, MH., Tayyeb, A., Ashfaq. I., Mukhtar, M., and Fatima, N. 2020. High-Fat Diet Induced Hedgehog Signalling Modifications during Chronic Kidney Damage. Biomed Res Int. (IF: 2.276).
10Mukhtar, M., Sheikh, N., Suqaina, SK., Batool, A., Fatima, N., Mehmood, R., and Nazir, S., 2019. Vitamin D Receptor Gene Polymorphism: An Important Predictor of Arthritis Development. Biomed Res Int. (IF: 2.583).
11Sabeen, N., Mukhtar, M., Shahnawaz, M., Fatima. N., Mehmood, R., and Sheikh, N., 2018. A Novel Single Nucleotide Polymorphism In Exon 3 of Myoc Enhances The Risk of Glaucoma. PLOS One. (IF: 2.806)
12Fatima, N., Akhtar, T. and Sheikh, N., 2017. Prebiotics: A Novel Approach to Treat Hepatocellular Carcinoma. Canadian Journal of Gastroenterology and Hepatology. (IF: 2.147).
13A. R. Khan, M. S. Yousaf, H. Rehman, H. Zaneb, T. N. Pasha, N. Fatima, A. Khushal, A. Ijaz, K. Ashraf, M. Afzal. 2012. Response of maternally isolated rock pigeons (Columba livia domestica) to different dietary concentrations of mannan-oligosaccharide. Poultry Science, 91:1598-1601. (IF: 2.659)
14N. Fatima, N. Sheikh, A. Satoskar, T. Akhtar, A. Tayyeb, I. Ashfaq, N. Ryan, S. Ambreen, S. Oghumu. 2022. Role of Tacrolimus in dyslipidemia and modulation of hedgehog signaling pathway in rat liver. Zoological Emerging Scientific trends 2022, Lahore, Pakistan, January 18-19.
15N. Fatima, N. Sheikh, A. Satoskar, T. Akhtar, A. Tayyeb, I. Ashfaq, B. Jha, N. Ryan, S. Ambreen, S. Oghumu. 2020. Tacrolimus induced upregulation of Gli gene expression: In vivo and In vitro studies. Primary Liver Cancer, Mainz, Germany, February 13-14. P55.
16H. Rehman, M. S. Yousaf, N. Fatima, A. Ijaz. 2012. Effect of dietary β-galacto-oligosaccharides supplementation on growth performance, cecal microbial population and immune response in broilers. 21st Proceedings of the Society of Nutrition Physiology, Gottingen, Germany, March 20-22. P138.
17Rehman, H., M. S. Yousaf, A. Ijaz, N. Fatima, H. Zaneb (2012). Effect of supplementation of galactooligosaccharides on growth performance, organ development and immunity in broilers. 66th. Proc. Soc. Nutr. Physiol. Germany. 66:79.s.
18Rehman H, Khan AR, Yousaf MS, Pasha TN, Fatima N, Khushal A, Ijaz A, Zaneb H (2011) Effect of dietary mannan-oligosaccharides supplementation on growth performance, colonic microbial ecology and immune status of rock pigeons (Columbia livia domestica). Proc 15th Congress European Society of Veterinary and Comparative Nutrition pp 77 Sep 14-16, Zaragoza, Spain.
19Rehman H, Majeed KA, Dilawer MS, Yousaf MS, Fatima N, Khushal A, Ijaz A, Yaqub T, Zaneb H (2011) Effect of dietary mannan-oligosaccharides supplementation on serum biochemical profiles, faecal consistency, ammonia and microbial ecology in experimentally jejunectomized dogs. Proc 15th Congress European Society of Veterinary and Comparative Nutrition pp 76. Sep 14-16, Zaragoza, Spain.
20Khawar M.B., Fatima N., Abbasi M.H., Mehmood R., Kainat S., Sheikh N. 2017. Head and Neck Cancer: Epidemiology and Role of microRNAs. DOI: 10.5772/intechopen.69418

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