Department of Zoology, FOST - UCP

11/09/2025

We are pleased to announce the successful completion of the MPhil Zoology research by Ms. Amina Gull (UCP), titled:
“Exploring the Impact of Eugenol on Bcl-2 and Caspase-3 Expression in the Te**es of Adult Wistar Rats Exposed to Metal-Coordinated Microplastics.” 🧬🐀
Examiners:
Convener: Dr. Tanzeela Riaz (HOD Zoology, UCP)
Supervisor: Dr. Nimra Afzal (Asst. Prof. Zoology, UCP)
External: Prof. Dr. Zulfiqar Ali (Institute of Zoology, PU)
Internal: Dr. Shazia Imtiaz Nagra (UCP)

✨ Congratulations to Ms. Amina Gull on this academic milestone, and appreciation to Dr. Nimra Afzal for her exemplary mentorship.

09/09/2025

🎓✨ Milestone Achieved! ✨🎓

The M.Phil Zoology students successfully presented their first seminar — showcasing their knowledge, research ideas, and academic confidence. 🌿🧬🐚

The session was filled with insightful discussions, innovative perspectives, and a spirit of scholarly growth. 👏👏

This marks the beginning of their journey as emerging researchers, and we are proud to see them stepping forward with such dedication and passion. 💡📖

28/08/2025

27/08/2025

🎉 Academic Engagement Update 🎉

We are pleased to share that Dr. Dilawar Hussain, Department of Zoology, FOST, UCP, conducted the viva voce examinations of four M.Phil. Zoology students at the Institute of Molecular Biology & Biotechnology (IMBB), The University of Lahore on August 27, 2025.

This collaborative academic activity reflects the continued commitment to fostering research excellence and strengthening academic linkages between institutions. 🌿📚✨

20/08/2025

We are pleased to announce the successful completion of the MPhil research by MS. IMTISAL SHAHID (MPhil Zoology, UCP) entitled:
“Synergistic effect of agricultural micro plastic and S-Metolachlor on male reproductive system in Rat model using blood biomarker.”
This research was conducted under the valuable supervision of DR. NIMRA AFZAL, whose continuous guidance, scholarly support, and encouragement played a pivotal role in the successful completion of this work.
The thesis evaluation was carried out by:
Convener: DR. TANZEELA RIAZ (Department of Zoology, HOD, FOST, UCP).
Internal Examiner: DR. TANZEELA RIAZ (University of Central Punjab).
External Examiner: DR. SOBIA ILYAS (University of Lahore).
Heartiest congratulations to MS. IMTISAL SHAHID on achieving this academic milestone, and sincere appreciation to DR. NIMRA AFZAL for her dedicated mentorship.

20/08/2025

We are pleased to announce the successful completion of the M. Phil. research by Shafi Ullah (M. Phil. Zoology, UCP) entitled:
“Microbial Analysis of the Gut and Respiratory Tract in Motacilla species from River Ravi, Lahore, Pakistan.”
This research was conducted under the valuable supervision of Dr. NIMRA AFZAL, whose continuous guidance, scholarly support, and encouragement played a pivotal role in the successful completion of this work.
The thesis evaluation was carried out by:
Convener: Dr. TANZEELA RIAZ (HOD Zoology, FOST, University of Central Punjab)
Supervisor: DR. NIMRA AFZAL (Asst. Prof. FOST, University of Central Punjab)
External Examiner: DR. M. AHSAN ASHRAF, (Assistant Professor Environment and Wild life Ecology, University Of Education Lahore
Internal Examiner: DR. SHAZIA IMTIAZ NAGRA, (Principal Lecturer, FOST University of Central Punjab)
Heartiest congratulations to Mr. Shafi Ullah on achieving this academic milestone, and sincere appreciation to Dr. NIMRA AFZAL for her dedicated mentorship.

20/08/2025

We are pleased to announce the successful completion of the M. Phil. research by Mr. HANAN AFZAL (M. Phil. Zoology, UCP) entitled:
“Ameliorative Effects of Eugenol Treatment on Testicular Function in _Rattus norvegicus_ Exposed to Metal Coordinated Microplastics”
This research was conducted under the valuable supervision of Dr. NIMRA AFZAL, whose continuous guidance, scholarly support, and encouragement played a pivotal role in the successful completion of this work.
The thesis evaluation was carried out by:
Convener: Dr. TANZEELA RIAZ (HOD Zoology, FOST, University of Central Punjab)
Supervisor: DR. NIMRA AFZAL (Asst. Prof. FOST, University of Central Punjab)
External: Prof. Dr. ZULFIQAR ALI (Institute of Zoology, University of the Punjab)
Internal Examiner: DR. TANZEELA RIAZ (HOD Zoology, FOST, University of Central Punjab)
Heartiest congratulations to Mr. HANAN AFZAL.

20/08/2025

🌟 Congratulations! 🌟

We are delighted to announce the successful completion of M.Phil. Zoology research by Ms. KHADEEJA AKRAM (UCP) 🎓

📑 Thesis Title:
“Prevalence of Avian Endoparasites in Motacilla species: A Study on Hematological and Parasitological Indicators.”

🔎 Thesis Evaluation Panel:

Dr. TANZEELA RIAZ (Convener, HOD Zoology, FOST, UCP)

Dr. NIMRA AFZAL (Supervisor, Assistant Professor, FOST, UCP)

Dr. SIDRA SAFDAR (External Examiner, Associate Professor, Wildlife & Ecology, UVAS)

Dr. TANZEELA RIAZ (Internal Examiner, HOD Zoology, FOST, UCP)

👏 Heartiest congratulations to Ms. KHADEEJA AKRAM on achieving this academic milestone, and sincere appreciation to Dr. NIMRA AFZAL for her dedicated mentorship. 🌿📚

20/08/2025

🌟 Congratulations! 🌟

We are delighted to announce the successful completion of M.Phil. Zoology research by Ms. MOMINA ALI (UCP) 🎓

📑 Thesis Title:
“Investigation of Ectoparasites in Motacilla species and Their Impact on Avian Health in River Ravi Region, Pakistan.”

👩‍🏫 Supervisor:
Dr. NIMRA AFZAL – for her continuous guidance, scholarly support, and encouragement.

🔎 Thesis Evaluation Panel:

Dr. TANZEELA RIAZ (Convener, HOD Zoology, FOST, UCP)

Dr. NIMRA AFZAL (Supervisor, Asst. Prof., FOST, UCP)

Dr. SIDRA SAFDAR (External Examiner, Asst. Prof., Wildlife & Ecology, UVAS)

Dr. DILAWAR HUSSAIN (Internal Examiner, Asst. Prof., FOST, UCP)

👏 Heartiest congratulations to Ms. MOMINA ALI on reaching this academic milestone, and sincere appreciation to Dr. NIMRA AFZAL for her dedicated mentorship. 🌿📚

20/08/2025

🌟 Congratulations! 🌟

We are delighted to announce the successful completion of M.Phil Zoology research by Ms. RABBIA (UCP) 🎓

📑 Thesis Title:
“Evaluating the Synergistic Effects of Agricultural Microplastics and Fungicide on Liver and Kidney Oxidative Stress Markers in a Rat Model.”

👩‍🏫 Supervisor:
Dr. NIMRA AFZAL – for her invaluable guidance, scholarly support, and mentorship.

🔎 Thesis Evaluation Panel:

Dr. TANZEELA RIAZ (Convener, HOD Zoology, FOST, UCP)

Dr. SHAZIA IMTIAZ (Internal Examiner, Principal Lecturer, UCP)

Dr. MUHAMMAD AHSAN (External Examiner, University of Education)

👏 Heartiest congratulations to Ms. RABBIA on achieving this academic milestone, and sincere appreciation to Dr. NIMRA AFZAL for her tireless mentorship. 🌹

19/08/2025

🎊✨ Congratulations! ✨🎊

We are thrilled to announce the successful M.Phil Zoology Viva Defense of Mr. Muhammad Azhar 🎓🔬

👩‍🏫 Convenor: Dr. Tanzeela Riaz (HOD Zoology)
👨‍🏫 Supervisor: Dr. Dilawar Hussain
🌍 External Examiner: Dr. Mudasar Shahzad (University of Education, Lahore)
🏛 Internal Examiner: Dr. Nimra Afzal

Congratulations to Muhammad Azhar on this outstanding achievement! Wishing him great success in his academic and research journey ahead. 🌟👏