Mrs. Hiba Akram | Microbiology | Young Scientist Award

Senior Lecturer | Shalamar Institute of Health Sciences | Pakistan

Mrs. Hiba Akram is a dedicated researcher and Senior Lecturer in Medical Laboratory Technology whose work spans microbiology, infectious diseases, biotechnology, nutrigenomics, and precision medicine. Her academic and scientific journey reflects a deep commitment to advancing laboratory sciences through high-quality research, evidence-based practice, and innovation in clinical diagnostics. She has contributed to impactful projects exploring enzyme technology, antibiotic resistance, microbial behavior under stress conditions, nutrigenomic interactions in obesity, and cytomorphological patterns in endocrine disorders. Her completed work includes investigations on nano-coupled thermostable enzymes, plasmid elimination dynamics, and diagnostic cytology, while her ongoing studies address public health challenges such as obesity trends, burn wound microbiology, and hygiene-associated infections. Mrs. Hiba Akram has published research in reputable national and international journals and has authored a chapter in a scientific book, further strengthening her growing academic footprint. Her collaborative engagements with leading academic and healthcare institutions support multidisciplinary research, curriculum enhancement, and student mentorship, and she actively participates in international conferences to disseminate findings and expand scientific dialogue. Her research interests continue to evolve toward the intersection of microbiology, biotechnology, and personalized health, integrating genomic and microbial insights to improve clinical outcomes. Through her contributions to teaching, scholarly writing, and innovative research, she remains committed to shaping the future of Medical Laboratory Technology and advancing scientific understanding in fields critical to public health and biomedical science.

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Featured Publications

Gohar, U. F., Shah, Z., Sarwar, J., Akram, H., & Mukhtar, H. (2021). Recent advances in biotechnology in animal health. Veterinary Pathobiology and Public Health, Unique Scientific Publishers, 7.

Farzand, A., Rohin, M. A. K., Awan, S. J., Ahmad, A. M. R., Akram, H., Saleem, T., … (2025). Nutrigenomics of obesity: Integrating genomics, epigenetics, and diet–microbiome interactions for precision nutrition. Life, 15(11), 1658.

Naseer, M. U., Bilal, M., Sonum, S., Kaleem, M., Akram, H., Altaf, Y., Rafeeq, A., … (2025). Cytomorphological spectrum of thyroid nodules diagnosed by fine-needle aspiration cytology in a tertiary care center. Insights – Journal of Life and Social Sciences, 3(3), 180–188.

Akram, H., Shahid, S., Bukhari, H., Iqbal, K., & Asif, M. (2022). Impact of antibiotic withdrawal and starvation conditions on plasmid elimination and consequent loss of resistance. JPMA: The Journal of the Pakistan Medical Association, 72(6), 1053–1056.

Hiba Akram | Microbiology | Young Scientist Award

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