Lahore, The University of the Punjab is scheduled to host the public defense of Ms. Zunaira Riaz’s Ph.D. thesis, which focuses on the identification and characterization of genes related to microcephaly. The event will take place at the School of Biochemistry and Biotechnology.

According to University of the Punjab, the defense is set for May 31, 2024, at 11:00 AM in the Auditorium of the School of Biochemistry and Biotechnology. Dr. Saba Irshad supervises the candidate. The university community, including faculty members and Ph.D. scholars, is invited to attend this significant academic event where Ms. Riaz will present her findings, potentially contributing valuable insights into genetic factors of microcephaly.