IMBB, The University of Lahore

21/08/2026

🌍🏆 A Proud Moment for the University of Lahore and the Institute of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology (IMBB)! 🎓🧬✨

We are delighted to celebrate another remarkable milestone as The University of Lahore has been ranked among the World’s Best Universities in the U.S. News & World Report Best Global Universities Rankings! 🌟📚

🥇 479th Globally 🌍
🥈 122nd in Asia 🌏
🥉 3rd in Pakistan 🇵🇰
🏆 1st among Private-Sector Universities in Pakistan 🎓✨

This outstanding achievement reflects the University’s continued commitment to academic excellence 📖, impactful research 🔬, innovation 💡, and global engagement 🌐.

🗨️ Message from the Director, IMBB/CRiMM
Dr. Syed Zeeshan Haider Naqvi

“We extend our heartfelt congratulations to the leadership, faculty, researchers, students and staff of The University of Lahore on this remarkable global recognition. 🌟🎉 This achievement reflects the collective dedication, hard work and unwavering commitment of our entire academic community.

We especially acknowledge and appreciate the tremendous contributions of our IMBB faculty, staff, administrative members and students. 🧬🔬👩‍🔬👨‍🔬 Their dedication, passion, teamwork and continuous efforts towards academic and research excellence have played an important role in strengthening the culture of innovation and scientific achievement at the University of Lahore. 👏🌟
We also express our sincere gratitude and special thanks to the Chairman, Deputy Chairman, Board of Governors, Rector, The University of Lahore, and the Dean, Faculty of Sciences, for their visionary leadership, continuous guidance, encouragement and unwavering support. 🙏🎓✨ Their commitment to promoting academic excellence, research, and innovation continues to inspire and empower our academic community.

At the Institute of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology (IMBB) and the Centre for Research in Molecular Medicine (CRiMM), we remain committed to advancing high-quality research 🔬, innovation 💡, scientific excellence 🧬, and impactful solutions to real-world challenges. 🌍✨

May this remarkable achievement inspire us all to reach even greater heights 🚀, strengthen our culture of research and innovation 🧪, and contribute meaningfully to society and the global scientific community. 🌎🤝 Together, we will continue our journey towards excellence, innovation, and international recognition! 🌟🏆”

Heartiest congratulations to the entire University of Lahore family! 🎊👏🇵🇰

Together, we innovate. 🔬 Together, we excel. 🌟 Together, we create a global impact! 🌍🚀

18/08/2026

🎓🚀 Admissions Campaign-III | Your Gateway to Innovation, Research & Scientific Excellence at the Institute of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology (IMBB), The University of Lahore | Fall 2026

The Institute of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology (IMBB), The University of Lahore (UOL) invites passionate students to become part of a dynamic academic community where scientific excellence, innovation, and research shape the leaders of tomorrow.

🎓 Admissions are now open for BS, M.Phil & PhD programs in:

🔬 Biotechnology
🧪 Biochemistry
🦠 Microbiology
🧬 Molecular Biology
💻 Bioinformatics
🔍 Forensic Sciences
🌡 Physiology
🌿 Biology
🌵 Botany
🦎 Zoology
⏳ Bionanotechnology

✨ Why Choose IMBB-UOL?

✔ State-of-the-art laboratories and research facilities
✔ Highly qualified and research-active faculty
✔ Research-driven learning environment
✔ Merit- and need-based scholarship opportunities
✔ Career-focused education with hands-on research experience
✔ Opportunities to excel in biotechnology, healthcare, academia, and scientific research

📅 Fall 2026 Admissions – Campaign-III

📌 Last Date to Apply: 22 August 2026 (Saturday)
📝 Admission Test/Interview: 23 August 2026 (Sunday)

🌐 Apply Online:
🎓 UOL Admissions:
www.uol.edu.pk/admissions
www.imbb.uol.edu.pk

📍 The University of Lahore, Main Campus
📞 Helpline: 042-111-865-865

🌟 Turn your passion for life sciences into a rewarding career. Join IMBB-UOL and become part of the next generation of scientists, innovators and research leaders. Apply today!

14/08/2026

🇵🇰🧬 INSTITUTE OF MOLECULAR BIOLOGY AND BIOTECHNOLOGY (IMBB) 🔬💚
🇵🇰✨ 14TH AUGUST 2026— INDEPENDENCE DAY ✨🇵🇰

🎙️ Message from the Director, IMBB/CRiMM:

"On this Independence Day, I extend my heartfelt wishes to all Pakistanis. 🇵🇰💚 May we honor the sacrifices of our national heroes by embracing unity, faith, discipline, knowledge, and innovation." 🤝📚🔬✨

As members of IMBB, The University of Lahore, let us continue to contribute to Pakistan’s progress through quality education, impactful research, and scientific excellence. 🎓🧬🧪🚀🇵🇰

🌟 Together, let us build a stronger, prosperous, and scientifically advanced Pakistan. 💚🇵🇰

🇵🇰 Pakistan Zindabad! 🇵🇰💚✨

Dr. Syed Zeeshan Haider Naqvi
🎓 Director, IMBB/CRiMM
🏛️ The University of Lahore

10/08/2026

🏆🎓 A HISTORIC MILESTONE AT THE INSTITUTE OF MOLECULAR BIOLOGY & BIOTECHNOLOGY (IMBB), THE UNIVERSITY OF LAHORE🏛️
🌟 Celebrating the First PhD Graduate in Forensic Sciences 🔍🔫 and an Exceptional Three-Year Doctoral Achievement 🌟

The Institute of Molecular Biology & Biotechnology (IMBB), The University of Lahore (UoL) proudly celebrates the successful PhD defense of Dr. Shehla Noor in Forensic Sciences—a truly remarkable achievement marking two historic milestones for the University. 🎓🔬✨

1⃣ 🥇FIRST PhD GRADUATE IN FORENSIC SCIENCES AT UoL 👑

Dr. Shehla Noor has made history by becoming the FIRST PhD graduate in Forensic Sciences from The University of Lahore. 🏆🎓

This landmark achievement represents a significant milestone for IMBB, the Forensic Sciences discipline, and the entire University of Lahore community, reflecting the institute’s growing strength in advanced and interdisciplinary research. 🌟🔬

2⃣ ⏱️PhD COMPLETED IN JUST THREE YEARS

Adding another exceptional distinction to this historic accomplishment, Dr. Shehla Noor successfully completed her PhD in JUST THREE YEARS. 🎓⚡

This remarkable achievement reflects her dedication, perseverance, scientific excellence, and commitment to high-quality research. 📚🔬🌟

🧪 ADVANCING FORENSIC SCIENCE THROUGH NANOTECHNOLOGY

Dr. Shehla Noor’s doctoral research focused on the development of advanced nanomaterial-based electrochemical approaches for the forensic detection of explosives and flammable substances, contributing to innovative technologies for forensic investigation and crime-scene applications. 🔬🧪⚖️

Her research has been published in the prestigious Elsevier journal Inorganic Chemistry Communications (Impact Factor: 5.9) under the title:

📄 “Forensic electrochemical detection of explosives and flammable substances with WS₂ nanosheet sensors.”

This publication further highlights the scientific significance and research impact of her doctoral work. 🌍🔬📖

👨‍🏫 RESEARCH SUPERVISION

The doctoral research was conducted under the supervision of:

👨‍🔬 Dr. Inam Ullah
🎓 Associate Professor, Forensic Sciences, IMBB/CRiMM, The University of Lahore 🎓🔬

The doctoral defense was examined by:

👨‍🔬 Dr. Muhammad Shafique
🎓 Associate Professor, National Centre of Excellence in Molecular Biology, University of the Punjab
External Examiner 🎓

🌟 APPRECIATION FROM THE DIRECTOR, IMBB/CRiMM 🌟

Dr. Syed Zeeshan Haider Naqvi, Director, IMBB/CRiMM, extended his heartiest congratulations and appreciation to Dr. Shehla Noor and her research supervisor, Dr. Inam Ullah, on this outstanding accomplishment. 👏🎓🌟

He particularly appreciated the significance of Dr. Shehla Noor becoming the FIRST PhD graduate in Forensic Sciences at The University of Lahore while completing her doctoral degree in JUST THREE YEARS—two exceptional achievements that represent a proud milestone for IMBB/CRiMM and the University of Lahore. 🏆🔬
He acknowledged the dedication, perseverance, and research excellence demonstrated throughout the doctoral journey and emphasized that such achievements strengthen the culture of innovation, high-quality research, and academic excellence at IMBB/CRiMM. 🌍🧬✨

He also expressed his confidence that this landmark accomplishment will inspire future researchers and further elevate the research profile of Forensic Sciences at The University of Lahore. 🚀🔬🎓

🏆 TWO REMARKABLE MILESTONES — ONE HISTORIC ACHIEVEMENT!

🥇 FIRST PhD GRADUATE IN FORENSIC SCIENCES AT UoL
⏱️ PhD COMPLETED IN JUST THREE YEARS
🔬 ADVANCED NANOMATERIAL-BASED FORENSIC RESEARCH
📄 RESEARCH PUBLISHED IN A PRESTIGIOUS ELSEVIER JOURNAL
🌟 A PROUD MILESTONE FOR IMBB & THE UNIVERSITY OF LAHORE

👏 Heartiest congratulations to Dr. Shehla Noor and Dr. Inam Ullah on this historic achievement!

May this accomplishment continue to inspire a new generation of researchers to pursue excellence, innovation, and impactful scientific discovery. 🌍🔬🚀

🎓 Institute of Molecular Biology & Biotechnology (IMBB) — Advancing Research, Inspiring Excellence, Shaping the Future. 🧬🌟

09/08/2026

🌍✨ Reviewing the Success of 2025 | IMBB/CRiMM Faculty Leading from the Front 🧬🔬🚀

🏛️ Institute of Molecular Biology & Biotechnology (IMBB) — The University of Lahore 🎓🌐

🌟 2025 was a year of international engagement, scientific excellence, and remarkable achievements for IMBB/CRiMM.

Our faculty continued to lead from the front 👏🌍 — representing Pakistan 🇵🇰 on prestigious international platforms, building global research collaborations 🤝🔬, pursuing advanced scientific training 🧪📚, and strengthening IMBB’s presence in the global life sciences community 🧬🌐.

🌟🌐 CELEBRATING THE GLOBAL ACHIEVEMENTS OF OUR FACULTY 🌐🌟

👨‍🔬 Dr. Syed Zeeshan Haider Naqvi
🎓 Director, IMBB/CRiMM
🇹🇭 Represented IMBB in Bangkok, Thailand, at an international engagement focused on genomic security 🧬🔐, data protection 💻🛡️, research governance 📑, cybersecurity 🔒, and responsible AI 🤖.

👨‍🏫 Dr. Inamullah
🔬 Coordinator/Associate Professor, Forensic Sciences Programs, IMBB/CRiMM
🌐 Contributed to international initiatives addressing genomic data security 🧬🔐, biosafety 🧪🛡️, ethical research ⚖️, and responsible global scientific collaboration 🤝🌍.

👩‍🏫 Prof. Dr. Najma Shaheen
🔬 Professor, Zoology Programs, IMBB/CRiMM
🇦🇹 Strengthened academic and research collaboration with Vetmeduni Vienna, Austria, advancing opportunities for research collaboration 🔬, PhD co-supervision 🎓, student training 🧪, and joint scientific publications 📚✨.

👩‍🔬 Dr. Madeeha Shahzad Lodhi
🧪 Coordinator/Associate Professor, Biochemistry Programs, IMBB/CRiMM
🇨🇳 Selected among only three scientists from Pakistan 🇵🇰 for the prestigious OIC-COMSTECH & Ningbo University Joint Training Program 🌏🎓, covering aerospace biomedicine 🚀🧬, biomedical sciences 🧪, pharmaceuticals 💊, and AI 🤖.

👩‍⚕️ Dr. Samiah Shahid
🧬 Associate Professor, Biochemistry Programs, IMBB/CRiMM
🇰🇷 Represented Pakistan as the sole Pakistani delegate 🇵🇰 at the Korean Society of Medical Oncology (KSMO) Annual Meeting 🌏🔬 and received the prestigious KSMO Travel Grant Award 🏆✨.

👨‍🔬 Dr. Sajid Fiaz
🧬 Coordinator/Assistant Professor, Biotechnology Programs, IMBB/CRiMM
🇨🇳 Strengthened academic collaboration with Yangtze University, China 🤝🌏, focusing on research partnerships 🔬, scholarships 🎓, faculty development 👨‍🏫, and international academic mobility ✈️🌐.

💫 LEADING FROM THE FRONT — INSPIRING FROM WITHIN 💫

These achievements represent more than international visits. 🌍✨

They reflect a culture of leadership 🏆, curiosity 🔍, research 🔬, ambition 🚀, collaboration 🤝, innovation 💡, and continuous learning 📚 that defines IMBB/CRiMM.

🌱 For our students, the achievements of our faculty are a source of inspiration — encouraging them to dream bigger 🌟, explore further 🔭, innovate fearlessly 💡, and contribute to science on the global stage 🌍🧬.

📚➡️🔬 From Classroom to Laboratory
🔬➡️💡 From Research to Innovation
💡➡️🌍 From Local Impact to Global Contribution

✨ At IMBB/CRiMM, our faculty are not only teaching the future — they are actively shaping it. 🧬🚀🌐

🎓🌟 JOIN AN ENVIRONMENT WHERE KNOWLEDGE MEETS OPPORTUNITY, RESEARCH MEETS INNOVATION, AND AMBITION MEETS GLOBAL EXPOSURE. 🌟🎓

🌍🧬 IMBB — Inspiring Minds. Advancing Science. Shaping Global Futures. 🚀🔬✨

06/08/2026

🧬 Institute of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology (IMBB), The University of Lahore, in collaboration with Searle Pharmaceuticals 🤝, successfully organized a National Awareness Seminar on:

🧬🔬 "The Biochemical Basis of Precision Medicine: From Molecular Heterogeneity to Individualized Therapeutics" 💊🩺

🎤 The keynote address was delivered by Dr. Awais Altaf, Associate Professor at IMBB, who shared valuable insights into the biochemical foundations of precision medicine and highlighted its transformative role in disease diagnosis 🩺, targeted therapeutics 💊, and personalized healthcare 🧬.

👨‍🔬👩‍🔬 The seminar brought together faculty members, clinicians, researchers, postgraduate scholars, and students, providing an excellent platform for scientific learning 📚, interdisciplinary collaboration 🤝, and the exchange of knowledge 💡 in the rapidly evolving field of precision medicine.

👏 The Worthy Rector of The University of Lahore, Prof. Dr. Muhammad Ashraf, the Honourable Dean, Faculty of Sciences, Prof. Dr. Ahmed Bilal Waqar, and the Director IMBB/CRiMM, Dr. Syed Zeeshan Haider, appreciated the dedicated efforts of Dr. Awais Altaf 🌟 for successfully organizing this impactful seminar. They also acknowledged Searle Pharmaceuticals🤝 for its valuable support and collaboration in promoting scientific awareness 🔬 and strengthening academia–industry partnerships 🏛️.

🌍 At the Institute of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology (IMBB), The University of Lahore, we remain committed to advancing excellence in education 🎓, research 🔬, and innovation 💡 while fostering meaningful collaborations that contribute to the future of biotechnology 🧬, molecular medicine 🩺, and personalized healthcare ❤️.

03/08/2026

🎓✨🧬 A Milestone of Academic Excellence: Successful PhD Viva Voce in Physiology at Institute of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology (IMBB) 🧪🏆📚

The Institute of Molecular Biology & Biotechnology (IMBB) proudly celebrates the successful PhD Viva Voce Examination of
1. Dr. Nauman Aziz (PhD Physiologyy) 🎉👩‍🔬.
2. Dr. Muhammad Imran (PhD Physiologyy)

This outstanding achievement reflects years of rigorous research 🔍, intellectual dedication 📖, and scientific innovation 🧠🔬.

🌟 Dr. Nauman Aziz
PhD in Physiology 🧪🧬

🔬👨‍🏫 Supervisor & Research Mentor:
🌟 Dr. Tahir Maqbool
Assistant Professor, Physiology, IMBB
His exceptional mentorship 🤝, academic leadership 📚, and continuous guidance 🧭 played a pivotal role in the successful completion of this research journey.

🌟 Dr. Muhammad Imran
PhD in Physiology 🧪🧬

🔬👨‍🏫 Supervisor & Research Mentor:
🌟 Dr. Sana Javaid Awan
Assistant Professor Molecular Biology, IMBB
Co-supervisor
Dr. Tahir Maqbool
Assistant Professor, Physiology, IMBB
Their exceptional mentorship 🤝, academic leadership 📚, and continuous guidance 🧭 played a pivotal role in the successful completion of this research journey.

🧪🎓🔍 External Examiner:
🌟 Prof. Dr. Tahir Mehmood
Professor, Institute of Microbiology and Molecular Genetics,
University of the Punjab, Lahore 🏛️
We sincerely appreciate his expert evaluation 🧠, constructive feedback 📝, and valuable scholarly insights 🌍 that upheld the highest standards of academic excellence.

🌟👏🎊 Congratulations & Appreciation from Leadership:
The Director, IMBB/CRiMM,
🌟👨‍⚕️ Dr. Syed Zeesham Haider Naqvi, extends his warm congratulations 🎉🎓 to Dr. Nauman Aziz and Dr. Muhammad Imran on thier remarkable accomplishment and commends the collective efforts 🤝 of the supervisor and external examiner in promoting a strong culture of research excellence 🧬, integrity ⚖️, and innovation 🚀 at IMBB.

👏🎉📚 This achievement is a proud moment for IMBB and stands as a testament to our commitment to advancing scientific knowledge 🌍🔬 and nurturing future leaders in biochemistry and molecular biology 🧠🧪.

🏛️🧬 IMBB — Empowering Research | Inspiring Innovation | Shaping the Future ✨🔍

30/07/2026