Doctorate at Gyeongsang National University, South Korea
Muhammad Israr Khan, a distinguished academician from Pakistan, holds a Ph.D. in Applied Life Sciences from Gyeongsang National University, South Korea. His research spans across multiple domains, including agro-environmental sciences, climate change, greenhouse gas mitigation, and sustainable agriculture. He earned his M.Phil. and MSc. degrees in Biochemistry/Molecular Biology and Biochemistry, respectively, from Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad, Pakistan. His robust academic foundation has fueled his significant contributions to environmental research and climate-related studies.
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🎓Academic Background
Dr. Khan completed his Ph.D. in Applied Life Sciences at Gyeongsang National University, South Korea, where his thesis focused on the critical role of cold fallow season management in boosting soil organic carbon in temperate paddy soils. He holds an M.Phil. in Biochemistry/Molecular Biology from Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad, with research on the gastroprotective effects of Dalbergia sissoo bark. His academic journey began with an M.Sc. in Biochemistry and a Bachelor’s in Biological Sciences.
👨🔬 Academic Research Professor and Environmental Scientist
Muhammad Israr Khan, Ph.D., is a dedicated Academic Research Professor with a focus on environmental sciences and sustainable agriculture. His research contributions are substantial, with over 22 international research publications in SCI/SCIE journals, collectively holding an impressive impact factor of 148.88. He is currently leading a pioneering project as the Principal Investigator on “Development of fallow dry rice management technology to maximize methane oxidation capacity of rice paddies,” a research endeavor funded by the Ministry of Education, National Research Foundation of Korea (NRF Grant No: 202305780001). This project, running from 2023 to 2025, aims to address climate change challenges by enhancing methane oxidation in rice paddies.
🔬 Research Interests and Specialization
Dr. Khan’s work emphasizes agro-environmental sciences, climate change mitigation, and soil carbon sequestration. His research seeks to develop strategies for greenhouse gas mitigation, particularly focusing on the emissions of CO₂, CH₄, and N₂O in rice-based cropping systems. He is also deeply invested in sustainable agriculture practices, exploring nutrient cycling and the biochemical composition of soil to enhance soil fertility and quality.
👨🏫 Professional Experience and Teaching
With experience as an Academic Research Professor at Gyeongsang National University and a former Assistant Professor at Kohat University of Science and Technology, Dr. Khan has held various academic and research roles. His diverse background includes a postdoctoral position in soil sciences, research assistance in nanoparticle synthesis for brain-targeted drug delivery, and expertise as a product specialist in molecular diagnostics.
📊 Analytical and Technical Skills
Dr. Khan is proficient in soil and water biochemical analyses, utilizing techniques like Gas Chromatography, Atomic Absorption Spectrometry, and PLFA (Phospholipid Fatty Acid Analysis) to assess soil microbial composition. He also brings valuable computational skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Photoshop, CorelDRAW, and Sigma Plot for data representation.
🌐 Administrative Roles and Editorial Work
Beyond research, Dr. Khan contributes to academia through his administrative roles as Managing Editor of the Journal of Biosciences Research at Kohat University, as well as serving on committees, including the Proctorial Board and Admission Committee at KUST. His dedication to improving academic standards and fostering scientific research has made him a respected figure in his field.
Publications Top Noted📚
Unlocking plant defense: Exploring the nexus of biochar and Ca2+ signaling
Authors: Sarfraz, R., Priyadarshani, S.V.G.N., Fakhar, A., JooKimae, P., WonKimabe, G.
Journal: Plant Stress
Year: 2024
Partitioning carbon dioxide emissions from soil organic matter and urea in warm and cold cropping seasons
Authors: Khan, M.I., Sarfraz, R., Kim, T., Kim, P.J., Kim, G.W.
Journal: Atmospheric Pollution Research
Year: 2024
Minimizing the total petroleum hydrocarbon contaminants in biochar derived from agricultural byproducts
Authors: Khan, M.I., Sarfraz, R., Kim, P.J., Kim, G.W.
Journal: Journal of Cleaner Production
Year: 2024
Iron fertilization and soil carbon sequestration in rice paddies
Authors: Galgo, S.J.C., Estrada, L.J.B., Park, S.Y., Turner, B.L., Kim, P.J.
Journal: Biogeochemistry
Year: 2024
Evaluation of Biochar and Inorganic Fertilizer on Soil Available Phosphorus and Bacterial Community Dynamics in Acidic Paddy Soils for Different Incubation Temperatures
Authors: Sarfraz, R., Nadeem, F., Yang, W., Xing, S., Kim, G.W.
Journal: Agronomy
Year: 2024