Associate Professor at COMSATS University Islamabad, Sahiwal campus, Pakistan
Dr. Asim Mehmood is a distinguished academic and researcher in the fields of population genetics, tissue culture, and horticulture genetics. He is currently an Associate Professor at the Sahiwal Campus of COMSATS University Islamabad. Dr. Mehmood’s work has significantly contributed to the understanding and advancement of plant genetic resources (PGR) and their insights. His research interests and expertise lie at the intersection of genetics and horticulture, aiming to enhance crop yield and sustainability through innovative genetic approaches.
Profile:
Academic Background
- PhD (Horticulture): University of Agriculture Faisalabad, 1st Division, 2013
- M.Sc (Honors) Horticulture: University of Agriculture Faisalabad, 1st Division, 2008
- B.Sc (Honors) Horticulture: Pir Mehr Ali Shah – Arid Agriculture University, Rawalpindi, 1st Division, 2006
- F.Sc. (Pre-Medical): Federal Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (Pakistan), 1st Division, 2002
- Matric (Science): Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education Rawalpindi, 1st Division, 2000
Professional Experience
Dr. Asim Mehmood has been serving as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biosciences at COMSATS University Islamabad, Sahiwal Campus since February 12, 2014. His expertise lies in horticulture, particularly in plant biotechnology interventions in population genetics and breeding. His specialized areas include:
- Polyploid breeding
- Germplasm conservation and clonal propagation of fruit plants
- Genetic resources characterization
- PGRs usage in tissue culture media
Skills and Abilities
- Ability to work independently and in team environments
- Well-developed planning skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Good management abilities
Research Focus:
Dr. Asim Mehmood is a distinguished academic and researcher specializing in horticulture genetics, population genetics, and tissue culture. He is currently serving as an Associate Professor at the Sahiwal Campus of COMSATS University Islamabad. Dr. Mehmood’s research in horticulture focuses on the genetic improvement of horticultural crops to enhance their yield, quality, and resistance to environmental stresses. His work involves advanced tissue culture techniques and genetic analysis to develop superior varieties of fruits, vegetables, and ornamental plants. Dr. Mehmood aims to contribute to sustainable agricultural practices and the conservation of plant genetic resources through his innovative research.
Citations:
- Total Citations: 596
- Citations since 2019: 459
- h-index: 10
- i10-index: 12
Publication Top Notes:
- Isolation, characterization, and effect of phosphate-zinc-solubilizing bacterial strains on chickpea (Cicer arietinum L.) growth
Saudi Journal of Biological Sciences, 2019
Co-authored with A. Zaheer et al.
Citations: 110
This study examines bacterial strains that enhance chickpea growth by solubilizing phosphate and zinc.
- Genetic diversity of Pakistani guava (Psidium guajava L.) germplasm and its implications for conservation and breeding
Scientia Horticulturae, 2014
Co-authored with M.J. Jaskani et al.
Citations: 100
Research on the genetic diversity of guava germplasm, which has implications for its conservation and breeding.
- Effect of colchicine on in vitro polyploidy induction in African marigold (Tagetes erecta)
Pak. J. Bot, 2013
Co-authored with Y. Sajjad et al.
Citations: 80
This paper explores the use of colchicine for inducing polyploidy in marigold, enhancing its genetic traits.
- Evaluation of genetic diversity in open-pollinated guava by iPBS primers
Pakistan Journal of Agricultural Sciences, 2013
Co-authored with M.J. Jaskani et al.
Citations: 75
Study on genetic diversity in guava using iPBS markers.
- Molecular variability and phylogenetic relationships of guava (Psidium guajava L.) cultivars using inter-primer binding site (iPBS) and microsatellite (SSR) markers
Genetic Resources and Crop Evolution, 2016
Co-authored with S. Luo et al.
Citations: 46
Analysis of the molecular variability and phylogenetic relationships among guava cultivars.