Principal Research Officer (Plant Pathologist)
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A highly accomplished Policymaker and distinguished Principal Research Officer (Plant Pathologist) with over 30 years of progressive experience in plant pathology research program at the Agriculture Research Institute, Tarnab, Peshawar (established 1908). His expertise encompasses plant diseases caused by bacteria, viruses, nematodes, and other pathogenic organisms, with a strong focus on disease diagnosis, epidemiology, and integrated disease management strategies for sustainable agriculture. Throughout his illustrious career, Dr.
Ghufran has contributing significantly to crop health and productivity in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and supervised and mentored a large number of BS, MSc (Hons), MPhil, and PhD scholars from well-reputed universities of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, fostering academic excellence and research innovation. An experienced trainer, academic mentor, and subject matter specialist, he has represented Pakistan as a panelist in international scientific forums. He brings a rare combination of scientific depth, administrative leadership, and technical expertise, making him an invaluable asset for teaching, research supervision, and institutional development in higher education.
Principal Research Officer - Agricultural Research Institute, Tarnab Peshawar (Since-1908), Agriculture Department, Government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa - Peshawar, Pakistan
(1999-07 - 2026-08)
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) - Agriculture (Plant Pathology with advanced expertise in diagnosis, epidemiology & integrated management of plant diseases caused by bacteria, viruses, nematodes - The University of Agricultural Peshawar
