About the School

Minhaj University Lahore took initiative to start BS and MSc in Botany, the first among the private sector universities; the School was established in 2012 and started M.Phil. degree Program in 2015 and produced many research scholars.

We are a prestigious institution dedicated to the study of plants and their significance in the natural world. We are committed to provide outstanding education, innovative research and promoting the conservation and sustainable use of plant resources.

At School of Botany, we offer a comprehensive range of educational programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Our curriculum covers various disciplines within plant sciences, including plant anatomy, physiology, taxonomy, ecology, evolution, and more.

Through engaging classroom lectures, hands-on laboratory work, and field experiences, we strive to equip our students with a deep understanding of plant biology and the skills necessary to contribute to scientific advancements in the field.

Head`s Message

Dr. Sundas Akhtar

Dr. Sundas Akhtar

Message

I am honored to address you as the Head, School of Botany. It is with great enthusiasm and pride that I am leading this school which is wholly dedicated to the study and understanding of the fascinating world of plants. We are committed to providing exceptional education and research opportunities to our students and strive to cultivate a learning environment that fosters critical thinking, creativity, and a deep appreciation for the wonders of the botanical world. Through rigorous coursework, hands-on laboratory experiences, and fieldwork, we equip our students with the skills and knowledge needed to become leaders in their chosen paths. I encourage you to embrace the spirit of curiosity and exploration that lies at the heart of our School, engage with our leading faculty and take advantage of their support and guidance in conducting research on the topic that intrigues you. Your contributions, both within our School and in the wider world, have the potential to shape the future of botany so join us to push the boundaries of knowledge to address the pressing issues facing our planet.

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Objectives

  • To achieve the zenith of excellence and provide valuable guidance to the students in the field of Botany.
  • To produce solid, corrective, and interdisciplinary methodologies in research and academia related to plant sciences.
  • To regulate, endorse and conduct acquaintance regarding plant biology and bring supremacy in Botany.
  • To prepare students to gain insight into plant sciences, specifically plant genetics, fungal biotechnology, plant nutrition, stress physiology, comparative morphology, plant systematics anatomy, and development.

Salient Features

  • Well-equipped laboratories and greenhouse facilities for research at undergraduate and graduate levels.
  • Well-experienced faculty have national and international exposure in plant sciences.
  • Engagement with other national and international research centers to keep abreast of the latest plant sciences developments.
  • Nine weeks of compulsory internship.
  • Modern teaching pedagogy includes case studies, classroom activities, video tutorials, group discussions, and instructional assignments.

Collaborations

  1. Shenzhen Institute of Modern Agricultural equipment (SIMAE), Shenzhen, Guang Dong, China”.
  2. Misr for Agricultural Development and Industrial Production, Egypt.
  3. Research Institutes working under the Ministry of National Food Security and Research, Islamabad, Pakistan.
  4. Pakistan Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (PCSIR), Lahore, Pakistan
  5. Faculty of Agricultural Sciences, University of the Punjab, Lahore.
  6. Nuclear Institute for Agriculture & Biology (NIAB), Faisalabad, Pakistan

Publications

Title Volume.# Issue.# Pages Year
EFFECTS OF LEAD ON ANTIOXIDANT ENZYME ACTIVITIES IN NERIUM INDICUM L. BYGROWING IN ROADSIDE SOIL OF LAHORE
Year of Publication: 2024
PHYTOACCUMULATION OFMETALSBY AQUATICMACROPHYTE;Pistia stratiotesL. (WATERLETTUCE)
Journal Name: Journal Plantarum
Year of Publication: 2023
Comparative morpho-physiological and biochemical responses of maize (Zea maize L.) grown under chromium (VI) stress and its control by using plant extracts
Journal Name: South African Journal of Botany
Volume # 161 Page # 324-332 Year of Publication: 2023
Biosorbents Removed Copper Heavy Metal from Agricultural Land Cultivated with Vigna radiata (Mung Bean)
Journal Name: International journal of agronomy
Year of Publication: 2022
Relative Effectiveness of Phosphorus and Potassium Along with Compost and Organic Acids on Maize Crop Grown in Calcareous Soil: a Multivariate Analysis
Journal Name: Journal of Plant Nutrition and Soil Science
Volume # 21 Page # 437-449 Year of Publication: 2021
Early phosphorus accumulation improves grain yield and P content of wheat by manure amended phosphate fertilizer
Journal Name: Experimental Agriculture
Year of Publication: 2020
Sustaining zinc bioavailability in wheat grown on phosphorus amended calcisol
Year of Publication: 2024
Growth, Allometry and Dry Matter Yield of Soybean Genotypes in Response to Seed Inoculation with Plant Growth Promoting Rhizobacteria
Year of Publication: 2024
Phosphate fertilizer premixing with farmyard manure enhances phosphorus availability in calcareous soil for higher wheat productivity
Year of Publication: 2024
Improving phosphorus efficiency and productivity of wheat by application of manure amended phosphate fertilizer
Year of Publication: 2024
impact of auxin on the physiology and biochemistary of Mash bean (Vigna mungo L.)
Year of Publication: 2024
Impact of nutrient management on growth, yield and quality of forage maize (Zea mays L.) under agroclimatic conditions of Faisalabad
Journal Name: Journal of Agricultural Research
Volume # 52 Page # 499-510 Year of Publication: 2014
Biodiversity in Medicinal Plants and Its Distribution in Village Shahbaz Khel, Lakki Marwat, Kpk, Pakistan
Year of Publication: 2024
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