Department of Microbiology and Molecular Genetics DMMG

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Head of Department: Dr. Mubashar Aziz
Departmental Student Advisor: Mr. Aqal Zaman (Male DSA), Dr. Humera Nazir (Female DSA)
Departmental Examination Incharge: Dr. Humera Nazir

Departmental News, Media & Upcoming Events

Admission Test for M. Phil Microbiology and Molecular Genetics will held on 11 September, 2024 at 11 O, Clock in the Department of Microbiology and Molecular Genetics BZU, Multan
Situation Vacant

Faculty

Dr. Mubashar Aziz	Associate Professor
Dr. Muhammad Qamar Saeed	Assistant Professor
Dr. Humera Nazir	Assistant Professor
Dr. Muhammad Abaid Ullah	Assistant Professor
Dr. Muzaffar Ali Khan	Assistant Professor (OPS)
Mr. Aqal Zaman	Lecturer

Introduction

Department of Microbiology & Molecular Genetics (DMMG) was initiated in the year 2014 as a division of erstwhile Intitute of Pure & Applied Biology. It has been upgraded to the status of an independent Department in the year 2022. The Department is located in the Biology Building and has dedicated microbial culture facility along with chemical/molecular biological facilities to identify different microorganisms. Basic molecular virology facility is also available. Future research projects of the Department may include but not limited to bioproduction, microbial contaminants of food, Vaccine development, antimicrobial resistance, applications of phages in microbial control and development of viral vectors for gene delivery. Graduates of the department will be accepted in food industry, pharmaceutical and bio fertilizer companies, medical institutions and Govt. regulatory agencies. Furthermore, graduates of DMMG are eligible to apply for various public service commision jobs.

Programs Offered

The following programs are being offered:

BS (4-year)	Undergraduate Program
Eligibility: Intermediate (Pre-medical) Merit Determination: According to the University policy.
BS ADS	BS (5th Semester) Program
Eligibility: B.Sc/ADS with Botany, Zoology and Chemistry/Geography/Psychology etc as elective subjects Merit Determination: According to the University policy.
M.Phil	Graduate (MS) Program
Eligibility: BS (4-Year) or M.Sc. Microbiology or Equivalent Merit Determination: According to the University policy.