ambreen naz
Muhammad Nawaz Shareef University of Agriculture, University of Agriculture Faisalabad
Research areas: Agricultural and Biological Sciences · Food Science · Food and Agricultural Sciences · Postharvest Quality and Shelf Life Management · Phytochemicals and Antioxidant Activities
0000-0002-0884-5476
About
Dr. Ambreen Naz is an Associate Professor of Food Technology and Chairperson of the Department of Home Sciences at Muhammad Nawaz Shareef University of Agriculture, Multan, Pakistan. Her research focuses on postharvest technology, sustainable food systems, food processing and preservation, value addition of agricultural commodities, functional foods, and nutrition. Her work aims to develop innovative, science-based solutions that reduce postharvest losses, improve food quality and safety, and promote sustainable utilization of agricultural resources.
Dr. Naz has led and contributed to several nationally funded research projects supported by the Higher Education Commission (HEC), Punjab Agricultural Research Board (PARB), and Sugar Research and Development Board (SRDB). Her research has resulted in publications in peer-reviewed international journals and has contributed to advancing sustainable food technologies and value-added agricultural products.
In addition to her research, Dr. Naz actively supervises undergraduate and postgraduate students and is engaged in curriculum development, academic leadership, and research capacity building. She promotes interdisciplinary collaboration across food science, nutrition, agriculture, and sustainability to address challenges related to food security, climate resilience, and public health.
Her current research interests include climate-smart postharvest technologies, circular bioeconomy approaches for agricultural by-product utilization, sustainable food processing, functional food development, and innovative strategies to improve food security and nutrition. She is committed to strengthening international research collaborations, mentoring emerging researchers, and translating scientific discoveries into practical solutions that support sustainable agriculture and resilient food systems in Pakistan and beyond.
Employment
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Muhammad Nawaz Shareef University of Agriculture Associate Professor2022 - Present
Education
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University of Agriculture Faisalabad PhD Food Technology2009 - 2013
Projects & Funding
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Standardization of Sugarcane Juice as a Value-Added Product Sugarcane Research and Development Board
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Development of Nutritious Energy-Dense Emergency Relief Food Products for Disaster-Prone Areas of Pakistan HEC, Pakistan
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Development of Innovative Techniques for Plant Multiplication, Canopy Management, and Value Addition of Promising Ber (Ziziphus mauritiana) Varieties PARB, Pakistan
Publications (34)
- Quality and shelf life of strawberry fruit as affected by edible coating by moringa leaf extract, aloe vera gel, oxalic acid, and ascorbic acid Save
- Extraction and characterization of cereal bran cell wall in relation to its end use perspectives Save
- Postharvest transport type influences fruit physiological, biochemical and antioxidative attributes of two cultivars of pomegranate Save
- Characterization of indigenous phalsa (Grewia subinequalis) genotypes using morphological traits and ISSR markers Save
- Pre and postharvest evaluation of hydroponically grown tomato at different maturity stages Save
- Organic amendments mitigate salinity induced toxic effects in maize by modulating antioxidant defense system, photosynthetic pigments and ionic homeostasis Save
- Antimicrobial potential of banana peel: A natural preservative to improve food safety Save
- Impediment effect of chemical agents (additives) on gluten development in cookie dough Save
- Prevalence of Aflatoxins in Selected Dry Fruits, Impact of Storage Conditions on Contamination Levels and Associated Health Risks on Pakistani Consumers Save
- Nutritional functions and antioxidative enzymes in juice extract from two different maturity stages of low temperature stored phalsa (Grewia subinaequalis D.C.) fruit Save
- Influence of pregelatinized starch on rheology of composite flour, in vitro enzyme digestibility and textural properties of millet-based Chapatti Save
- Neuroprotective effects of oleuropein: Recent developments and contemporary research Save
- DEVELOPMENT AND QUALITY EVALUATION OF STRAWBERRY BASED VALUE ADDED PRODUCTS Save
- PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT OF FROZEN AND DEHYDRATED PHALSA (GREWIA ASIATICA) Save
- In-vitro and In-vivo management of Meloidogyne incognita (Kofoid and White) Chitwood and Rhizoctonia bataticola (Taub.) Butler in cotton using organic’s Save
- Comparative study of innovative blends prepared by fortification of date powder to alleviate child malnutrition Save
- Phytochemical screening and antioxidant evaluation of millet varieties of Pakistan Save
- Genotypes and harvest maturity influence the nutritional fruit quality of mulberry Save
- Green Tea and Anticancer Perspectives: Updates from Last Decade Save
- Persimmon (Diospyros kaki) fruit: hidden phytochemicals and health claims. Save