Kotli, The University of Kotli Azad Jammu and Kashmir has awarded its first Ph.D. in Biotechnology to Dr. Sobia Sharif, marking a historic milestone for the institution. Dr. Sharif successfully defended her thesis on thermophilic bacteria from Hort Spring Tatapani, a study that involved isolating enzymes of industrial importance.

According to University of Kotli Azad Jammu and Kashmir, Dr. Sharif’s achievement is a testament to the university’s commitment to advancing scientific research. Her work, which was recognized for its uniqueness and value, was commended by the external examiner Dr. Shahid Mahmood Baig (Sitara e Imtiaz, Hilal e Imtiaz). The Vice Chancellor, alongside Dr. Sharif’s supervisor Dr. Asad Hussain Shah and the Department of Biotechnology, celebrated this academic success.

This pioneering research contributes to the growing body of knowledge in the field of Biotechnology and underscores the university’s role in fostering innovative research in Azad Jammu and Kashmir. Dr. Sharif’s success paves the way for future scholars in the region, setting a precedent for excellence and dedication in higher education.