Bacha Khan University Charsadda
IRUM KHAN
Lecturer | Department of Agriculture
Plant science researcher with expertise in wheat heat-stress physiology, palynology, and genomewide association studies (GWAS). Expertise in multi-year field trials, trait phenotyping, microscopy, micronutrient profiling, data analytics, molecular breeding, and big-data genomic analyses. Strong publication record and experience collaborating with leading international research centers such as CIMMYT Mexico.
Lecturer
Bacha Khan University Charsadda
Department of Agriculture
| Degree / Certificate | Institute / University | Year | Division / CGPA |
|---|---|---|---|
| PhD in Biosciences Botany (Plant Breeding & Genetics) | COMSATS University Islamabad, Pakistan | 2025 |
Research Trainee
2017) -Centralized Resource Lab, University of Peshawar
Gained training in microscopy, sample preparation, and basic laboratory techniques.
Visiting Research Scholar
May 2023 - Nov 2023CIMMYT Mexico
• Conducted wheat grain-quality analyses including milling, gluten estimation, dough rheology, and baking/chapati quality profiling. • Worked with international research teams on physiological and genetic aspects of wheat improvement. • Contributed to manuscripts, datasets, protocols, and scientific presentations. • Trained in advanced grain chemistry and quality testing.