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Prof. Dr. Muhammad Saleem Haider

Ph.D., DIC (University of London, UK)
Post Doctorate (University of Toronto, Canada)

Professor & Dean, Faculty of Agricultural Sciences
University of the Punjab, Lahore

042-99231847 (Office)
0312-4155908 (Cell)
haider65us@yahoo.com
CNIC: 31103-3820234-5

Academic Background

DegreeDisciplineUniversity/CountryYear
Post DoctorateAgriculture (Resistance through RNAi)University of Toronto, Canada2008
PhDAgriculture (Molecular Plant Virology)University of London, Imperial College, UK1997
DICAgriculture (Plant Virology)University of London, Imperial College, UK2003
M.Sc. (Hons.) Agri.Agriculture (Plant Pathology)University of Agriculture, Faisalabad1991
B.Sc. (Hons.) Agri.Agriculture (Plant Pathology)University of Agriculture, Faisalabad1989

Academic and Research Experience

PositionInstitutionPeriod
Dean, Faculty of Agricultural SciencesUniversity of the Punjab, Lahore06.05.2021 - To date
Incharge, Faculty of Agricultural SciencesUniversity of the Punjab, Lahore10.03.2021 - To date
DirectorInstitute of Agricultural Sciences, University of the Punjab, Lahore14.03.2011 - 09.03.2021
ProfessorInstitute of Agricultural Sciences, University of the Punjab, Lahore07.03.2010 - To date
Assistant ProfessorSchool of Biological Sciences, University of the Punjab, Lahore26.04.2003 - 06.03.2010
Assistant Research OfficerPlant Virology Section, AARI, Faisalabad28.07.2002 –25.04.2003
Agriculture OfficerPest Warning and Quality Control of Pesticides, Punjab, Lodhran19.09.1998 –27.07.2002
Senior Scientific OfficerCentral Cotton Research Institute, Multan01.10.1997 – 18.09.1998
Research OfficerCentre for Advanced Molecular Biology, University of the Punjab, Lahore21.01.1997 – 20.7.1997

Research Interests

My research interest focuses on the control of plant diseases caused by whitefly-transmitted geminivirus pathogens (begomoviruses), based on an understanding of the mechanisms underlying the successful interactions between the components of these virus-vector-host complexes.

Current studies involve:

  • Begomovirus diversity, with respect to viral genotype and phenotype
  • The Bemisia tabaci species complex: variability within populations using molecular markers
  • The molecular basis for the specificity of whitefly-mediated transmission of begomoviruses
  • Development of diagnostic tests for unidentified or new viruses and virus-like diseases
  • Use of fungus Aspergillus sp. for the cloning, expression and purification of amylases enzymes
  • Exploiting viral coat protein gene for vaccine production against animal and human viruses

Research Publications

219
Research Papers
10
Books & Chapters
19+
Research Projects

Research Projects Funded

Project TitleDurationTotal amount of grantFunding Agency
Effect of exogenous application of leaf extract of bio stimulant Moringa oleifera and plant growth promoting bacteria on the growth and productivity of cotton.2022-23Rs. 3.0 millionUniversity of the Punjab
Effect of indigenously produced bio char on the induction of Cotton defense response against wilt inducing pathogens2021-22Rs. 3 millionUniversity of the Punjab
Occurrence Diversity of Wheat Associated Microbiome and their Impact on Production.2020-21Rs.0.250University of the Punjab
Evaluation of biochar produced from indigenous organic waste in priming plant defense and growth stimulation.2019Rs.0.250University of the Punjab
Awareness of climate smart agriculture practices among the agri communities for sustainable environment development2018Rs.1.0 millionJointly funded by HEC and PU
Functional characterization of Mastrevirus promoter – An alternative of CaMV 35S Promoter.1 year (2017-2018)--
Development of bio-pesticide for the control of soil-borne diseases of tomatoes and chilies caused by Pythium and Phytophthora spp.4 years (2015-2019)29.9157 MillionPunjab Agriculture Research Board
Biochemical remodulation mechanisms underlying effects of chickpea chlorotic dwarf virus on tomato plant1 year (2015-2016)--
Investigation of in planta accumulation and localization of cotton leaf curl Kokhran virus1 year (2014-2015)Rs.0.250 MillionUniversity of the Punjab
Molecular and biological characterization of begomoviruses from the vicinity of University of the Punjab1 year (2013-2014)--
Diversity of endosymbiotic bacteria associated with Bemisia tabaci from Pakistan1 year (2012-2013)--
Enhancing Cotton Germplasm, Improving Resistance to Cotton Leaf Curl Virus Disease – Virology Component6 years (2011-2017)US $-

Books, Articles, Chapters and Annual Reports

Abbas, M. T., Shafiq, M., Arshad, H., Haroon, R., Maqsood, H., & Haider, M. S. (2022). Viral Diseases of Maize. In Cereal Diseases: Nanobiotechnological Approaches for Diagnosis and Management (pp. 83-96). Springer, Singapore.
Abbas, M. T., Shafiq, M., Khaliq, R., Arshad, H., Haroon, R., & Haider, M. S. (2022). Viral Diseases of Rice. In Cereal Diseases: Nanobiotechnological Approaches for Diagnosis and Management (pp. 31-51). Springer, Singapore.
Anwar, W., Shahid, A.A. and Haider, M.S. (2017). Entomopathogenic fungi: Introduction, history, classification. Chapter in Biopesticides and Bioagents Novel Tools for Pest Management, 1st Edn, pp.51. Apple Academic Press, USA.
Shahid, A.A., Yasin, S., Inam-ul-Haq, M., Ali, M. and Haider, M.S. (2013). Use of rhizobacteria for the management of soft rot disease of potato. ATINER CONFERENCE PAPER SERIES No: AGR2013-0770.
Saeed F., Haider M. S. and Shafiq M. (2012) Biotypes of Whitefly (Bemisia tabaci) in Pakistan. LAP Lambert Academic Publishing, ISBN 978-3-8484-1231-0.
Qureshi F., Haider M. S. and Shafiq M. (2012) Molecular Characterization of Begomoviruses isolated from a Weed. LAP Lambert Academic Publishing ISBN 978-3-8484-9934-2.
Javed S, Ahmad R, and Haider MS (2012) Phytochemical Investigation of Citrus limetta Peel Oil. VMD Verlag Dr Muller.
Ashfaq, M., Khan A. S. and Haider M. S. (2012) Genetics of rice under normal and water stress conditions. LAP Lambert Academic Publishing, ISBN 978-3-8473-2955-8.
Haider, MS (1999) Characterization of whitefly-transmitted geminiviruses from Pakistan In "Research on Plant Viral Diseases in Pakistan" (1999) ed. Khalid, S., pp 197-199.
Markham, P. G., Bedford, I. D., Pinner, M., Liu, S. and Haider, M. S. (1993) Variation within the whitefly-transmitted geminiviruses and vector Bemisia tabaci. Annual Report 1993, John Innes Centre, Norwich, UK. p38.

Research Papers (Selected)

Asif, M.; Haider, M.S.; Akhter, A. Impact of Biochar on Fusarium Wilt of Cotton and the Dynamics of Soil Microbial Community. Sustainability 2023, 15, 12936. IF: 3.9
Bahar, T., Rauf, M., Muqeet, S., Haider M.S. Farmers' Perception and Knowledge in Begomovirus Epidemiology and Control in Pakistan. Int. Journal of Phytopathology 2023, 12(1):37-47. IF: 3.4
Ahmad C.A, Haider MS, Akhter A. Physiological and biochemical characterization of biochar-induced resistance against bacterial wilt of eggplants. R. Soc. Open Sci. 2023, 10:230442. IF: 3.653
Malik, M. A. M., Haider, M. S., Zhai, Y., Khan, M. A. U., & Pappu, H. R. Towards developing resistance to chickpea chlorotic dwarf virus through CRISPR/Cas9. Journal of Plant Diseases and Protection 2023, 130(1), 23-33. IF: 2.00
Mushtaq S, Shafiq M, Haider MS, et al. Interaction between bacterial endophytes and host plants. Front. Plant Sci. 2023, 13:1092105. IF: 6.627
Bahar, T., Qurashi, F., Haider, M. S., et al. Unveiling Lathyrus aphaca L. as a Newly Identified Host for Begomovirus Infection. Genes 2023, 14(6), 1221. IF: 4.141
Iqbal, M. J., Zia-Ur-Rehman, M., Ilyas, M., Hameed, U., Haider., M.S., & Brown, J. K. Sentinel plot surveillance of cotton leaf curl disease in Pakistan. Virus research. IF: 6.286
Farooq, N., Ather, L., Shafiq, M., Haider, M.S., et al. Magnetofection approach for the transformation of okra using green iron nanoparticles. Scientific Reports 2022. IF: 3.998
Khan, T., Haider, M. S., & Khan, H. A. A. Resistance to grain protectants in Pakistani strains of Sitophilus oryzae. Scientific Reports 2022, 12(1), 1-8. IF: 3.998
Sarwar, M., Anjum, S., Haider M.S., et al. Triacontanol regulates morphological traits of salinity affected hot pepper plants. Sci Rep 2022, 12, 3736. IF: 3.998
Nadeem, F., Mahmood, R., Sabir, M., Haider, M. S., et al. Foxtail millet over-accumulates ammonium under low nitrogen supply. Plant Physiology and Biochemistry 2022, 185, 35-44. IF: 6.5