Lahore: Pakistan: Punjab University has recently awarded a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree to Asma Ashraf in the field of Botany, recognizing her research on lichen diversity in Pakistan’s Margalla Hills.

According to University of the Punjab, Asma Ashraf, daughter of Muhammad Ashraf, successfully completed her thesis titled ‘A Study on Lichen Diversity at Some Selected Areas of Margalla Hills, Pakistan’. The university’s approval of her thesis marks the culmination of her rigorous academic pursuit in the specialized area of Botanical studies.

The award of this degree highlights not only her individual academic achievement but also signifies the university’s commitment to fostering research in diverse scientific fields. Ashraf’s work contributes valuable insights into the biodiversity of lichens, a key component of ecological studies, particularly in the context of the Margalla Hills region.

This achievement by Asma Ashraf at Punjab University underscores the importance of research in environmental science and the role of academic institutions in advancing knowledge and understanding of Pakistan’s natural heritage.