Shakil Ahmad Zeb | Plant Ecology | Best Paper Award

Mr. Shakil Ahmad Zeb | Plant Ecology | Best Paper Award

Quaid-i-Azam University | Pakistan

Mr. Shakil Ahmad Zeb is a dedicated scholar in the Department of Plant Sciences at Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad, with a strong academic background in botany and plant sciences, complemented by professional training in education. His research primarily focuses on plant ecology, phytogeographical classification, vegetation analysis, and the conservation of natural ecosystems, with notable work on riparian vegetation and economically significant species of the Hindu Kush region. He has gained valuable expertise through fieldwork, data collection, herbarium specimen processing, soil analysis, and advanced laboratory techniques, including spectrometry, molecular tools, and GIS mapping. Mr. Shakil Ahmad Zeb has presented his findings in national and international forums, contributing talks and posters on ecological patterns, biodiversity, and plant conservation, which highlight his ability to merge theoretical knowledge with practical applications. His publications in high-impact journals and book chapters reflect his commitment to advancing ecological research and addressing conservation challenges in South Asia, earning 40 citations across 39 documents with 6 publications and an h-index of 3. He has also served as a research assistant on funded projects exploring the nutritional and medicinal potential of wild edible mushrooms, emphasizing sustainable use of plant resources. Alongside his research, he has actively engaged in academic workshops, symposiums, and volunteer initiatives, reflecting a holistic approach to scholarship and community service. Recognized with multiple academic and extracurricular achievements, he combines analytical, organizational, and teamwork skills, thriving under challenging environments while maintaining integrity and dedication. Currently pursuing doctoral studies, Mr. Shakil Ahmad Zeb continues to strengthen his expertise in plant sciences, aspiring to contribute meaningfully to ecological conservation, sustainable biodiversity management, and future innovations in environmental research.

Featured Publications

Zeb, S. A., Khan, S. M., Ahmad, Z., & Abdullah. (2021). Phytogeographic elements and vegetation along the river PanjkoraClassification and ordination studies from the Hindu Kush Mountains range. The Botanical Review, 1–25.

Zeb, S. A., Khan, S. M., Abdullah, A., Ahmad, Z., & Zeb, T. A. (2025). Ecological assessment of riparian vegetation along the banks of the River Panjkora, Hindukush Range. Wild, 2(3), 37.

Ahmad, Z., Khan, S. M., Afza, R., Ullah, A., Zeb, S. A., Issayeva, K. S., & Bekzatqyzy, I. S. (2023). Angiosperms distribution under the influence of microclimatic factors across a polluted ecosystem. Journal of Hazardous Materials Advances, 9, 100223.

Abdullah, A., Khan, S. M., Shehzadi, S., Khan, Y., Ali, S., Iqbal, M., … & Haq, Z. U. (n.d.). Overcoming seed dormancy in the Mazri Palm; a sustainable way for its production at business scale.

Din, B. U., Hadi, F., ul Haq, Z., Ahmed, M., Abbas, M., Salam, A., … & Rasheed, S. (2020). Ethnobotanical perspective of medicinal plants in Mulkhow Valley District Upper Chitral, Pakistan. Academic Journal of Plant Sciences, 13(1), 15–22.