Dr. Muhammad Arshad

M.Sc. (UAF), M.Phil. (UAF), Ph.D. (UAF)
Assistant Professor (Biochemistry)

Tel:  +92-301-3964688
Email: muhammad.arshad@uvas.edu.pk
HEC Approved Supervisor

Biography

Dr. Muhammad Arshad (HEC approved supervisor), is Assistant Professor (Biochemistry), Department of Basic Science, Jhang-Campus University of Veterinary & Animal Sciences, Lahore, Pakistan and holds M.Sc., M.Phil. and Ph.D. in Biochemistry. He worked as Deputy General Manager, United Ethanol Industries Ltd Sadiqabad, Rahim Yar Khan before he joined the academia. His fundamental expertise is in the field of Bioethanol production from molasses.  He has several peer reviewed research publications and conference proceedings.  

Areas of Interest:

  • Exploitation of Slaughterhouse by-products for Biofuels Production
  • Biofuels Production (Bioethanol & Biogas) from Molasses
  • Use of Algae for Biofuels Production from Biogas Digestate

Publications


 

 

  • Arshad, M., Ahmed, S., Zia, M. A., and Rajoka, M. I. (2014). Kinetics and Thermodynamics of Ethanol Production by Saccharomyces cerevisiae MLD10 Using Molasses. Applied      biochemistry and biotechnology, 1-10.
  • Arshad M., Zia M. A., Bajwa M. A., and Bhatti, H. N. (2010). Improving Bio-ethanol Yield;       Using Virginiamycin and Sodium Flouride at Pakistani Distillery.    African Journal of       Biotechnology 10 (53): 11071-11074.
  • Arshad, M., Z.M. Khan, Khalil-ur-Rehman, F.A. Shah and M.I. Rajoka. (2008). Optimization of process variables for minimization of byproduct formation during fermentation of blackstrap molasses to ethanol at industrial scale. Letters in Applied       Microbiology. Vol. 47,p. 410–414.
  • Arshad, M., Khan Q. M., Iqbal, T., and Mukhtar, K. 2005. Assessment of genotoxic effects of Doxycycline in mice by the comet assay. Rawal Medical Journal. 30(2) Dec 2005. 
  • Arshad M., (2010). Bioethanol: A Sustainable and Environment Friendly solution      for       Pakistan. Science vision Vol.16 No.1&2. P. 25-30.
  • Muhammad Arshad, Muhammad Adil* and Arbab Sikandar. 2014. Exploitation of meat      industry by-products for biodiesel production: Pakistan’s perspective. Pak. j. life soc. Sci.   12(3): 120‐125

 

  • Arshad, M., M. Adil and Usman Waheed. 2014. Power generation from poultry   industry   wastes; Opportunities and constraints for Pakistan. 2nd International Conference on Biotechnology for Sustainable Development, November 26-28, 2014. Government    College University, Lahore-54000, PAKISTAN.
  • Arshad, M., (2014) Prospective Applications of Livestock and Poultry Wastes for Bioenergy Generation. 3rd International Conference on Energy, Environment and       Sustainable Development (EESD’14), October 22 – 24, 2014 at Mehran   University of   Engineering and Technology, Jamshoro (Sindh) Pakistan.
  • Arshad, M., and M. Tariq. (2014). Sugar cane bagasse: an economical and environment friendly source for the production of biochemicals. International Conference of Plant Sciences, 22-24 September, 2014 Department of Botany, GC University, Lahore
  • Arshad, M., and M., Adil (2014) Bioethanol production from sugarcane molasses; perspective role in climate change scenario of pakistan  5th International   Conference on   Agriculture, Food Security and Climate Change organised   jointly by Faculty of   Agriculture, The University of Poonch Rawalakot, Azad Jammu and Kashmir-Pakistan,
  • Arshad, M., and M., Adil, (2014) Therapeutic Potential of Mango. World Mango   Conference, University College of Agriculture & Environmental Sciences, The   Islamia   University of Bahawalpur. June 24-25, 2014
  • Arshad, M., Adil, M., and Sikander, A. (2014). Exploitation of meat industry by- products for    biodiesel production: Pakistan’s perspective. International       Livestock Dairy& Poultry       Congress. 11-12 March 2014 Lahore Pakistan.
  • Sikander, A., Adil, M., Arshad, M. and Ikrama (2014). Moringa oleifera – A potential feed supplement for poultry industry. International Livestock Dairy& Poultry Congress. 11- 12 March 2014 Lahore Pakistan.
  • Arshad, M., Z. M. Khan, K. Rehman and M.I. Rajoka. 2006. Optimization of byproducts    formations during ethanol fermentation in a Pakistani Distillery.      Bioenergy Conferece-     1.  5th – 10th March, 2006. Tomar Purtagal.
  • S.Yasmin, T.Iqbal, M.Shahid, M.Arshad, S.Waeem and A.Latif. 2002. Renal Clearance of Endogenous Creatinine and Moxifloxacine in Female Volunteers. 33rd All Pakistan    Science Conference at University of Agriculture Faisalabad. 25-28 December 2002.

Trainings and Courses (Attended)

  1. Successfully completed training course on “Diagnosis of Viral Diseases” at Nuclear Institute for Agriculture and Biology Jhang road Faisalbad on     May     04-06, 2015.
  2. Participated in two days’ workshop on “APPLICATIONS OF ICTs   IN EDUCATION, HEALTHCARE AND AGRICULTURE” conducted at     Comsats Institute of Information Technology, Islamabad on 15th -16th   December 2014.
  3. Participated in three days’ Symposium on “Social Science Research” held at Rifhah Internation University Islamabad from 20th -22th June 2014.
  4. Attended 3-Days HEC-AIT Cascading Workshop on “Ensuring Training Effectiveness” conducted at CVAS Jhang on 11th -13th April 2013.
  5. Participated and successfully completed three-day Workshop on “Data      Analysis” held at CVAS Jhang by Bio-Statistical Consulting Centre,   UVAS Lahore from    20th -22th May 2013.
  6. Participated in, “International Livestock, Dairy and Poultry Congress” held at Awane   Iqbal Lahore, Pakistan on 17th -18th April, 2013.
  7. Attended two days training workshop on “Use of Endnote X5 for Biomedical     Researchers” conducted at College of Veterinary and Animal Sciences (CVAS) Jhang on 5th -6th April 2013.
  8. Participated in training workshop entitled, “Biofuel Production from Agricultural Waste”organized by the Department of Biochemistry, PAMS Arid Agriculture      University Rawalpindi during April 13-14, 2010.
  9. Attended an international workshop entitled, “International Workshop on Membrane Technology for Waste Water Reclamation and Reuse”organized by the Institute of Environmental Science & Engineering, NUST   Islamabad on May 13-14, 2009.
  10. Participated and qualified in, “International Workshop on Techniques in   Molecular Biology Research” held on May 06-10, 2008, organized by the Department of Biochemistry, PAMS Arid Agriculture University Muree road      Rawalpindi.
  11. Qualified training course on “Civil Defense & Fire Fighting” organized by the Civil Defense Department, Government of the Punjab held at Shakarganj Mills Ltd Toba road Jhang on April 09-14, 2007.
  12. Attended workshop at Dynasty Hotel Faisalabad on “Attitude, Communication and       Teamwork” organized by the Department of Human Resources, Shakarganj       Mills Ltd Jhang on July 21st, 2007.
  13. Successfully completed, National       training course on “Molecular Diagnosis of Rinderpest & other Morbilliviruses” held on February 03-07, 2003 at National Institute for Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering, Jhang road Faisalabad.

TRAINIGS AND COURSES (RESOURCE PERSON)

  • National Workshop on "Policies and Strategies for    Successful Implementation of Employment Generating Programmes in Renewable Energies, Biotechnology,      Agriculture, Environment and ICTs" Held on 10-12 August 2009 at Comsats Islamabad Pakistan. Presented paper as resource person on “Employment Generation through Bio-ethanol Production Sector”. 
  • Three days’ workshop on “Faculty Professional Training” held at College of Veterinary     and Animal Sciences Jhang on June 4-6, 2015. Presented, “ Professional Ethics for Teachers”

RESEARCH PROJECTS

SUBMITTED 

  • Biodiesel Production From Waste Poultry Fat worth of Rs. 2.934 million submitted (as Team Leader)to Punjab Agricultural Research Board submitted on 20-03-2015
  • Research Proposal “Environment Friendly Disposal of Slaughterhouse Byproduct To Meet The Energy Crises In Pakistan” Of $ 11845submitted to Comstech-  Twas Joint Research Grants Programme for Young Scientists In OIC Countrie.

DISTINCTIONS

  • Won HEC PhD Fellowship under “Indigenous 5000 PhD Fellowship Program Batch IV for four years from 2008 to 2011.