Hainan Normal University | China
Author Profile
🌱 SHAKIL AHMAD: PIONEER IN AGRICULTURAL BIOTECHNOLOGY
📚 EARLY ACADEMIC PURSUITS
Shakil Ahmad was born on March 15, 1992, in Karak, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan. His academic journey began at the University of Agriculture, Peshawar, where he earned a B.Sc. Hons in Plant Protection in 2014. Continuing his dedication to agricultural sciences, he pursued an M.S. Hons in Plant Protection, graduating in 2016. In 2021, he achieved a significant milestone by obtaining a Ph.D. in Agricultural Biotechnology (Plant Protection) from Hainan University, China.
🧪 PROFESSIONAL ENDEAVORS
Shakil Ahmad’s career is marked by significant research and teaching roles. He has served as:
- Research Fellow (2024): Wake Forest University, USA.
- Research Associate (2023–2024): Hainan Normal University, China.
- Post-Doctoral Researcher (2021–2023): School of Plant Protection, Hainan University, China.
- Lecturer (2020–2024): School of Foreign Languages, Hainan University, China.
His expertise spans diverse areas like RNA Interference, Genetically Engineered Pest Control, and Insect Physiology.
🔬 CONTRIBUTIONS AND RESEARCH FOCUS ON PLANT PATHALOGY
Shakil Ahmad’s research primarily focuses on:
- RNA Interference (RNAi): Exploring innovative pest control strategies.
- Insecticide Resistance: Addressing critical challenges in crop protection.
- Fruit Fly Management: Developing effective ecological and genetic methods.
- Molecular Mechanisms of Insect Development: Understanding physiological pathways.
His work blends cutting-edge molecular biology with practical pest management solutions, significantly impacting sustainable agriculture.
🌍 IMPACT AND INFLUENCE
Through his extensive research, Shakil Ahmad has contributed to reducing the reliance on chemical pesticides, promoting environmentally sustainable pest control solutions. His work on melon fly developmental disruption using RNAi and comparative transcriptomics has been lauded globally.
📈 ACADEMIC CITATIONS AND PUBLICATIONS
Shakil Ahmad has authored 14 high-impact publications, including:
- Double-Stranded RNA Degrading Nuclease and RNAi Efficiency (Journal of Pest Science, IF 5.742).
- Knockdown of Ecdysone Receptor in Melon Fly (Insect Molecular Biology, IF 2.65).
- Comparative Transcriptomics of Irradiated Melon Fly (Frontiers in Physiology, IF 4.75).
His work boasts an impressive citation count, reflecting his influence in agricultural biotechnology.
🏅 HONORS & AWARDS
- Hainan National Natural Science Foundation Youth Fund Project (322QN254): Project Lead.
- Reviewer for prestigious journals like Pest Management Science and Frontier in Microbiology.
- Member of the Entomological Society of America (2021).
🌠 FINAL NOTE
Shakil Ahmad stands at the forefront of agricultural biotechnology, championing sustainable solutions to global agricultural challenges. With his innovative research and commitment to teaching, he is paving the way for a future where agriculture thrives alongside environmental conservation.
📑 NOTABLE PUBLICATIONS
“Isolation and characterization of Bacillus sp. HSY32 and its toxin gene for potential biological control of plant parasitic nematode”
- Authors: Yan, P., Ahmad, S., Xu, Z., Kashyap, A.S., Zhang, W.
- Journal: Chemical and Biological Technologies in Agriculture
- Year: 2024
“Comparative transcriptomics of the irradiated melon fly (Zeugodacus cucurbitae) reveal key developmental genes”
- Authors: Ahmad, S., Jamil, M., Jaworski, C.C., Luo, Y.
- Journal: Frontiers in Physiology
- Year: 2023
“Preparation, biocontrol activity and growth promotion of biofertilizer containing Streptomyces aureoverticillatus HN6”
- Authors: Wang, T., Ahmad, S., Yang, L., Wang, L., Luo, Y.
- Journal: Frontiers in Plant Science
- Year: 2022
“Double-stranded RNA degrading nuclease affects RNAi efficiency in the melon fly, Zeugodacus cucurbitae”
- Authors: Ahmad, S., Jamil, M., Jaworski, C.C., Luo, Y.
- Journal: Journal of Pest Science
- Year: 2024
“Knockdown of the ecdysone receptor disrupts development and causes mortality in the melon fly, Zeugodacus cucurbitae”
- Authors: Ahmad, S., Jamil, M., Jaworski, C.C., Lyu, B., Luo, Y.
- Journal: Insect Molecular Biology
- Year: 2023
“Bioaccumulation and Health Risk Assessment of Heavy Metal(loid)s in Different Fish Species of Hainan Island, China”
- Authors: Ahmad, T., Gul, S., Khan, M.A., Ahmad, A., Ahmad, S.
- Journal: Thalassas
- Year: 2022