Phytopathological Students Club IUB

04/10/2025

*Announcement:* *[Due to numerous requests and the growing interest from scholars, the deadline for abstract submission has been extended.]*

🌍✨ *9th International Conference of Pakistan Phytopathological Society* ✨🌍

📅 Dates: November 16–18, 2025
📍 Venue: Department of Plant Pathology, PMAS-Arid Agriculture University, Rawalpindi

🔬 Title: *Combating Plant Pathogens in Changing Climate for Sustainable Food Security**Conference Themes:*
🌱 Pathogens threat to food security & safety
👩‍🌾 Women Agripreneurship in Plant Pathology
🧬 Conventional & Molecular Approaches in Disease Diagnosis
🌾 Plant Pathology in Climate-Smart Agriculture
🦠 Biocontrol of Plant Diseases
Postharvest Pathology
🐛 Pest Risk Analysis
⚡ Recent Challenges & Developments in Plant Pathology

*Important Dates:*
📌 Abstract Submission Deadline: October 15, 2025
📌 Abstract Acceptance Notification: October 20, 2025
📌 Full Paper/Presentation Submission: October 25, 2025

*Registration Fee:*
👩‍🏫 Professionals/Faculty: Rs. 3000
📖 PPS Life Members: Rs. 2000
🎓 Students: Rs. 1500
🌍 International Participants: $150

Note: *The participants who are facing any issue regarding fee submission can submit on the day of the Conference (On Desk).*
*There is no last date for the registration fee; you can submit till the day of the conference.*
*How to Register:*
👉 Register via Google Form (scan QR code in poster) and confirm by paying the registration fee.
https://forms.gle/wwARL2AgAJwRnqg59
* Submit Abstract / Poster / Fee Slip on Google Form
* Send Abstract / Poster / Fee Slip also via email: [email protected]

💳 *Account Details:*
Bank: Mobilink Microfinance Bank
Account Title: Gulshan Irshad / Tariq Mukhtar
Account No: 144268032
IBAN: PK35JCMA0000000144268032

📧 For abstract submission & queries: [email protected]

*Important Note:*
* After successful fee submission and Abstract/Poster acceptance,
* On successful registration, you will receive an email of confirmation with an Invit

24/09/2025

22/09/2025

University of Tasmania Scholarships and fees for research degrees in Australia 2025-26 (Funded)

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19/09/2025

University of Auckland Scholarship 2026-27 (New Zealand Fully Funded)

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18/09/2025

PhD Admission in China – CSC Guidelines

Congratulations to Mr. Tahir Mahmood on securing the Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC) for PhD at GSCAAS, Beijing. His success reflects dedication, vision, and academic excellence, inspiring others to pursue international research opportunities.

Step 1: Document Preparation

All Educational certificates (SSC, HSSC, Bachelor’s, Master’s etc) are attested by relevant authorities like Board, IBCC, University, HEC, MOFA and Apostille.

Supporting documents: valid passport, police certificate, medical or physical examination form, blood reports tests, 2–3 recommendations from Professor or Associate Professor, CV, thesis abstract, research proposal, and English Proficiency Certificate

Step 2: Contacting Professors

Send concise, respectful emails (1–2 per university) via Outlook/Hotmail/Yahoo

Highlight academic background and research interests

Step 3: Acceptance Letter

Online interview via Tencent/WeChat

Supervisor issues signed acceptance letter and proposal

Step 4: Online Applications

Apply on CSC portal (studyinchina.csc.edu.cn) and university portal

Upload all documents and submit online

Step 5: Admission & Visa

Receive JW201 and Admission Notice

Apply for X1 visa, complete embassy requirements

Tips: Start 5–6 months early, stay organized, prepare strong research proposal, communicate clearly, and remain consistet.

14/09/2025

Congratulations to Dr. Waqas Ashraf Bhatti on his promotion.
The Pakistan Phytopathological Society (PPS) extends its warm greetings to Dr. Bhatti.
He has assumed the role of Chairman, Department of Plant Pathology.
This appointment is at The Islamia University of Bahawalpur (IUB).
PPS acknowledges his academic and professional contributions.
We send our best wishes for his success in this new leadership role.
His guidance is expected to strengthen teaching and research activities.
The society looks forward to academic and research excellence under him.
His promotion is a moment of pride for the plant pathology community.

13/09/2025

Postdoctoral Research of Prof. Dr. Muhammad Naveed Aslam Malghani

Dr. Malghani, General Secretary of PPS, has commenced a prestigious 12-month postdoctoral fellowship at the School of Life Sciences, Tsinghua University, Beijing, China, under the supervision of Prof. Yule Liu. The project, titled "Exploring the Potential of RNA Interference (RNAi) Technology for Begomovirus Control," focuses on developing innovative RNAi-based strategies to manage begomoviruses—plant pathogens causing major crop losses globally. This fellowship is funded by the Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan under its international postdoctoral program. Prior to this, Dr. Malghani served as Chairperson of the Department of Plant Pathology at The Islamia University of Bahawalpur. PPS congratulates Dr. Malghani and wishes him continued success in this significant research endeavor.

07/09/2025

We are delighted to announce that Dr. Anam Moosa, PhD in Plant Pathology from The Islamia University of Bahawalpur, has been nominated in the prestigious “Researcher of the Year” category at the Agricultural Youth Awards 2025. 🌿✨

🔬 Research Expertise:
Biocontrol & Postharvest Pathology of Fruits and Vegetables

📌 Impact:
Her pioneering work on sustainable and eco-friendly disease management is helping reduce postharvest losses in fruits and vegetables, promoting food security, safer food systems, and improved livelihoods for farming communities.

👏 Let’s celebrate this recognition of excellence and dedication to agricultural research, innovation, and community impact!

07/09/2025

We are delighted to announce the nomination of Tahir Mahmood, Coordinator, IUB Alumni Plant Pathology Chapter at The Islamia University of Bahawalpur and PhD Scholar at the Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Beijing, China, in the Emerging Researcher of the Year category at the Agricultural Youth Awards 2025. 🏆🌱

🎓 With an M.Sc. (Hons.) in Plant Pathology, Tahir Mahmood is already making an outstanding mark in the field of agricultural sciences through his passion and dedication to biocontrol, oxidative stress, and salt stress management.

✅ Key Highlights:

18+ research publications with 100+ citations and 27+ Impact Factor contributions.

Research focus on developing biopesticides and biofertilizers for a more sustainable and eco-friendly environment.

Recipient of multiple honors including:
🏅 Prominent Researcher Award 2023
🏅 Young Researcher Award 2023
🏅 Independent Investigator Award 2024
🏅 Young Icon Award
🏅 Young Leader Award 2022
🏅 Social Activist Award 2022

✨ Impact:
Through his innovative work, Tahir Mahmood is helping shape the future of agriculture by promoting green solutions, sustainable practices, and resilience against crop stresses, contributing both to academia and real-world farming communities.

👏 Congratulations to Tahir Mahmood on this well-deserved nomination — an inspiring example of Pakistan’s bright and emerging research talent in agriculture.

05/09/2025

CONGRATULATIONS TO MUNEEB ANWER

Former Teaching Assistant and Notable Alumni of the Department of Plant Pathology, Faculty of Agriculture and Environment, The Islamia University of Bahawalpur, Pakistan

Muneeb Anwer has been SELECTED FOR a Fully Funded Scholarship for PhD Plant Pathology at Guizhou University, China 🇨🇳!

Huge congrats to Muneeb on this amazing achievement!
Wishing him all the best for his PhD journey!