Muhammad Ans Ahmar
Lecturer
- Institute of Health Sciences
Biography
- I am a Lecturer and have academic and clinical experience in microbiology, hematology, clinical chemistry, and molecular diagnostics. I completed my BS MLT and MS MLS from Riphah International University, where I was awarded a Silver Medal in MS MLS, and later completed my PGD MLT from Shaukat Khanum Memorial Cancer Hospital and Research Centre.
- I have actively participated in research projects, scientific workshops, faculty development programs, and professional training courses related to medical laboratory sciences. I have authored and co-authored research publications and remain committed to promoting quality laboratory practices, evidence-based diagnostics, and student-focused education.
- In my personal life, I enjoy reading scientific literature, exploring new advancements in diagnostic technologies, and improving my research and analytical skills. My hobbies include scientific writing, learning bioinformatics and molecular techniques, attending academic seminars, and mentoring students in the field of medical laboratory sciences.
- Ahmar, M. A., Javaid, H., Shahid, A., Raza, H., & Nazir, N. (2023). Rate of Microbial Contamination in Operation Theatres of Allied Hospital Faisalabad Before and After Fumigation. Journal of Microbial Insights, 1(1), 17–25.
- Rizwan, M., Afzal, S., Zahwa, M., Ahmar, M. A., & Shahid, A. (2024). Frequency of Bacterial Infections with Extended-spectrum Beta-lactamases (ESBL) in Diabetic and Non-Diabetic Patients. Riphah Journal of Allied Health Sciences, 3(1).
- Ahmad, S., Ahmar, M. A., Raza, H., Rehman, A., Kabir, S., & Saleem, M. J. (2023). Evaluation of Hematological Parameters in Malarial Patients of District Dera Ghazi Khan. Journal of Microbial Insights, 1(1), 26–32.
Research interests include clinical microbiology, hematology, molecular diagnostics, and clinical chemistry with a focus on infectious diseases, antimicrobial resistance, cardiovascular biomarkers, and laboratory-based diagnostic research.
- Silver Medalist in MS MLS from Riphah International University
- Completed PGD MLT training from Shaukat Khanum Memorial Cancer Hospital and Research Centre
- Published multiple peer-reviewed research articles in medical laboratory sciences
- Received certification in CRISPR Cas9 Technology and Next-Generation Sequencing
- Completed Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from Shaukat Khanum Memorial Cancer Hospital and Research Centre
- Participated in international workshops on immunotechnology, bioinformatics, and chemiluminescence
- Active member of American Society for Microbiology and European Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology
- Former Demonstrator MLT at Riphah International University
- Trainee Medical Technologist at Shaukat Khanum Memorial Cancer Hospital and Research Centre
- Member, American Society for Microbiology
- Member, European Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology