Muhammad Aurangzaib
Associate Professor
PhD
Research Supervision Capacity
About Me
I am a passionate researcher and educator, specializing in the realms of crop production, stress physiology, and bioenergy crops. Having earned my Doctor of Philosophy from Iowa State University, USA my research journey has been marked by a keen exploration of developmental morphology, biomass yield, and compositional variations in switchgrass ecotypes—specifically delving into the intricacies of bioenergy feedstock crops. Currently holding the role of Associate Professor at The Islamia University of Bahawalpur, I find fulfillment in both teaching and research pursuits. My commitment is evident through a wealth of peer-reviewed publications and successful research grants, underscoring my dedication to advancing sustainable agricultural practices, with a particular emphasis on alleviating the impact of drought stress and improved nutrient management. In the dynamic landscape of agricultural science, I strive to contribute meaningfully, fostering innovation and deeper insights into key facets of the field.
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Research and Development Projects
1. Use of environment friendly acrylic-based “superabsorbent Polymers” in maize (Zea mays L.) crop: A sustainable approach to optimize yield under water deficit conditions
With: ORIC-IUB (2021-06 - 2023-12)
This project was awarded to study the role of agriculture grade superabsorbent polymers to enhance soil water holding capacity and improve production potential of Maize under water limiting conditions.
2. Exploring bioenergy production potential at the IUB: A path towards sustainable energy production
With: The Islamia University of Bahawalpur (2020-10 - 2023-12)
A project was awarded by IUB to study the potential of biomass waste production at IUB and its utilization for the energy production through gasification.
3. Establishing high health Moringa oleifera nursery production in Bahawalpur district and its exogenous application as a seed priming agent under water deficit stress
With: HEC, Pakistan (2018-09 - 2019-12)
SRGP Project from HEC was awarded to the nursery establishment of Moringa oleifera plants. And to study the effects of foliar application of its extract on growth and development to meliorate the drought stress effects.
4. Assessment of conventional and modern mulch materials for sustainable cotton production under water deficit conditions
With: HEC, Pakistan (2017-12 - 2018-12)
Drought stress is considered as one of the most important growth-limiting factorsthat decrease plant growth .The application of gel mulch, FYM, biochar, to agricultural soils iscurrently discussed to investigate if they may improve plant eco-physiological responsesunder insufficient water supply as well as drought stress. A fully randomized greenhousestudy was conducted with the cotton, using different levels of Biochar, FYM, gel mulchaddition) to a sandy soil and two water treatments (three days, six days) were applied,investigating growth, water use efficiency, eco-physiological parameters.
The Islamia University of Bahawalpur was established in the year 1975 by upgrading historical institute of the Jamia Abbasia.
