Nida Imtiaz | Developmental Biology | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Nida Imtiaz | Developmental Biology | Best Researcher Award

Ningbo University | China

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👩‍🎓 NIDA IMTIAZ: A DEDICATED RESEARCHER IN AQUACULTURE AND MARINE SCIENCES

🎓 EARLY ACADEMIC PURSUITS

Nida Imtiaz embarked on her academic journey with a strong foundation in biological sciences. She pursued her education in Pakistan, obtaining:

  • Ph.D. (Dec. 2024) in Aquaculture from Ningbo University, China.
  • M.Phil. in Animal Genomics and Biotechnology from the PARC Institute of Advanced Studies in Agriculture, National Agricultural Research Centre (NARC), Islamabad, Pakistan.
  • M.Sc. in Zoology from PMAS Arid Agriculture University, Rawalpindi, Pakistan.
  • B.Sc. from the University of the Punjab, Lahore, Pakistan.
  • Intermediate (Pre-Medical) and Matriculation from BISE, Rawalpindi, Pakistan.

🌍 PROFESSIONAL ENDEAVORS

Nida Imtiaz has accumulated extensive research and professional experience in the fields of aquaculture, fisheries, and biological sciences. Her significant contributions include:

  • Internship at a reputed feed mill (Aug 2013 - Nov 2014).
  • Research Assistant in Animal Nutrition Laboratories at NARC Islamabad (Jan 2016 - Feb 2017).
  • Assistant Scientific Officer in the Aquaculture and Fisheries Program at NARC Islamabad (April 2017 - June 2018).
  • Extensive research on crab culture and embryogenesis, particularly with Scylla paramamosain and Portunus trituberculatus.

📝 CONTRIBUTIONS AND RESEARCH FOCUS ON DEVELOPMENTAL BIOLOGY

Her research primarily focuses on aquaculture, marine sciences, and biological sciences, with an emphasis on:

  • Embryonic development in mud crabs (Scylla paramamosian), analyzing morphological, physiological, and molecular dynamics.
  • Impact of noise on stress response in Portunus trituberculatus in land-based monoculture systems.
  • Comparative analysis of amino acid and fatty acid profiles in different Scylla species to unveil their nutritional benefits.
  • Aflatoxin contamination in animal feed and milk in Pakistan.
  • Aqua feed production for commercially important fish species.
  • Study of Parkinson’s disease prevalence and fungal skin infestations in human populations.

💪 IMPACT AND INFLUENCE

Nida Imtiaz has made substantial contributions to aquaculture research, particularly in the areas of:

  • Crustacean embryology and nutritional analysis, influencing sustainable aquaculture practices.
  • Enhancing feed quality and safety in Pakistan’s livestock industry.
  • Promoting bioinformatics and statistical modeling in fisheries and marine sciences.
  • Contributing to scientific knowledge through international conferences, seminars, and research collaborations.

🎯 ACADEMIC CITATIONS AND PUBLICATIONS

Her research findings are currently under submission in reputed scientific journals:

  • "Comparative transcriptome profiles across distinct developmental stages in Scylla paramamosain embryos" (Comparative Biochemistry and Physiology Part-D, 2024).
  • "Mutation Analysis of tp53 in colorectal cancer, Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan." (International Journal of Biosciences).

🏆 AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS

Nida Imtiaz has received multiple prestigious awards, including:

  • Zhuo Chuang Scholarship (2023) at Ningbo University, Zhejiang, China.
  • Chinese Government Scholarship (2019-onwards) for her Ph.D. studies at Ningbo University.

📚 CONFERENCES AND SEMINARS

She has actively participated in academic discussions and knowledge-sharing platforms:

  • 4th International Conference on Biological and Computer Sciences at Capital University of Science and Technology, Islamabad.
  • National Policy Dialogue on Aflatoxin Contamination of Milk in Pakistan.
  • Mountain-Specific Innovative Solutions Conference (2017) at NARC, Islamabad.
  • 12th Chinese Symposium on Crustacean Aquaculture (2023) in Ningbo, China.

📝 FUTURE CONTRIBUTIONS AND LEGACY

As a dedicated scientist, Nida Imtiaz aims to:

  • Advance research in marine and aquaculture sciences, particularly in sustainable fisheries.
  • Develop innovative solutions for aqua feed production to enhance food security.
  • Contribute to bioinformatics and computational biology for better understanding of genetic mechanisms in marine species.
  • Mentor and train young researchers, fostering future experts in biological sciences.

📑NOTABLE PUBLICATIONS 

"Lipid dynamics during embryonic development of Scylla paramamosain: Insights from lipidomics" 

  • Authors: N., Imtiaz, Nida , Y., Jiang, Yaqi , Y., Yangfang, Ye , M., Changkao, Mu , Q., Wu, Qingyang
  • Journal: Aquaculture
  • Year: 2025