Associate Professor University of Agriculture Faisalabad Pakistan
Dr. Muhammad Azam is an esteemed Associate Professor at the Institute of Horticultural Sciences, University of Agriculture, Faisalabad, Pakistan. With a deep-rooted passion for horticulture, he has significantly contributed to research in postharvest management, fruit quality improvement, and sustainable agricultural practices. His extensive academic career, consultancy work, and leadership roles in various projects have made a lasting impact in the field.
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Education 🎓
Dr. Azam holds a Ph.D. in Horticulture from Zhejiang University, China (2014). His earlier education includes an M.Sc. (Hons.) in Horticulture (2007) and a B.Sc. (Hons.) in Agriculture (2005) from the University of Agriculture, Faisalabad. His academic journey began with a Pre-Medical F.Sc. from Govt College Faisalabad (2001) and Matriculation in Science from Govt. Islamic Madrassa High School, Faisalabad (1999).
Experience 👨🏫
Currently serving as an Associate Professor since June 2022, Dr. Azam has a robust teaching and research background. He was previously an Assistant Professor at the University of Agriculture, Faisalabad (2015-2022) and Bahauddin Zakariya University, Multan (2014-2015). His expertise also extends to consultancy, having worked as a Citrus GLOBALGAP Consultant for the Ministry of Food Agriculture and Asian Development Bank (2007-2010). His leadership roles include Project Manager for Citrus Global GAP Certification and management consultancy positions in Sargodha.
Research Interests 🔬
Dr. Azam’s research focuses on postharvest physiology, fruit quality enhancement, edible coatings, sustainable agriculture, and the impact of biostimulants on horticultural crops. His work aims to improve fruit storage techniques, reduce postharvest losses, and develop eco-friendly solutions for the horticultural industry.
Awards & Distinctions 🏆
- HEC Approved Supervisor since 2015
- Recipient of a Ph.D. Scholarship from the China Scholarship Council (CSC)
- International training scholarships for high-quality fruit production from the Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences
- First position in “Physiology and Molecular Biology in Horticulture Crops” (Zhejiang University, China & Nottingham University, UK)
- Vice President, Pakistan Society of Horticultural Sciences (2009-2010)
- Recognition for earthquake relief work in Pakistan
Publications Top Notes: 📚
Dr. Azam has authored several high-impact research papers, book chapters, and international conference proceedings. Some of his notable publications include:
“Improvement of physicochemicals, antioxidant system and softening enzymes by postharvest L-arginine application leads to maintain persimmon fruit quality under low temperature storage”
Journal of Food Measurement and Characterization, 2023
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“Application of methyl jasmonate to papaya fruit stored at different temperatures”
International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 2021
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“Biochemical Analysis of Organic Acids and Soluble Sugars in Wild and Cultivated Pomegranate Germplasm Based in Pakistan”
Plants, 2020
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Book Chapter: “Strategies to Reduce Postharvest Losses of Citrus Fruits”
Published by Taylor & Francis Group
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Book Chapter: “Phytoremediation of Agricultural Pollutants”
Springer, Cham, 2020
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Book Chapter: “Postharvest and Quality Management of Strawberry”
IntechOpen Limited, London, UK
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Dr. Azam’s extensive contributions to horticultural sciences continue to shape agricultural research and innovation, making him a distinguished figure in his field. 🚀