The Intellectual Heart of ICRI–STE
Global Research Community
We unite the world’s brightest minds—from Principal Scientists to emerging innovators—to solve complex global challenges through the convergence of biological systems and artificial intelligence.
Principle Scientists
Dr. Maryam Nisar
Field: PhD Computational Science and Engineering, SINES, NUST
About me: I am a bioinformatician and computational biologist with extensive expertise across multiple domains, including systems biology, transcriptomics, drug design, metagenomics, Machine learning, and data analysis. My work focuses on leveraging computational tools and data-driven approaches to address complex biological questions and drive innovations in healthcare and biotechnology. My
ideology as a researcher is to advance knowledge through research and innovation, and collaboration to solve real-world problems.
Dr. Didar Murad
Field: PhD Computational Science and Engineering SINES, NUST
About me: As a dedicated and highly motivated computational scientist and interdisciplinary researcher, my expertise spans systems biology, biomedical systems control, and scientific machine learning. I am currently immersed in intelligent biomedical control research. Looking ahead, my commitment is to apply this knowledge to real-world challenges, leading innovative projects, and training a team of young scientists and engineers.
Dr. Nabila Sultan
Field: MBBS ( KMC ), FCPS (General Medicine), MRCP 1, MRCP 2 (Royal College of Physicians London)
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Engg. Dr. Omar Zeb
Field: PhD Electrical Power and Control System engineering SEECS NUST
About me: I am an Electrical engineer and PhD scholar in renewable energy resource applications, specializing in robust nonlinear control for efficient controller design and power loss minimization in modern power systems. I am passionate about integrating advanced nonlinear control theory with AI-based approaches such as ANN and ANFIS controllers for intelligent, adaptive, and energy-efficient operation of power converters, electric vehicles, AC/DC microgrids, and renewable energy systems.
Senior Research Scientists
Mr. Atif Rehman
Field: MS in Computational Science & Engineering, SINES, NUST PhD Scholar in Computer Science, SEECS, NUST
About me: I am a dedicated and impact-driven computational scientist specializing in nonlinear control systems, biomedical systems engineering, and intelligent therapeutic optimization. My research spans advanced sliding mode control, reinforcement learning, scientific machine learning, and hybrid energy systems. With over 21 peer-reviewed publications in leading Q1 journals and international research experience across Cyprus, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan, I work at the intersection of intelligent biomedical control, sustainable energy systems, and cooperative driving algorithms. Currently, I am contributing to EU-funded research on autonomous mobility while pursuing innovative control strategies for cancer therapy, glucose regulation, and electric vehicle energy management. I am committed to transforming complex research into real-world solutions, leading high-impact projects, and mentoring the next generation of scientists and engineers
Engg Rimsha Ghias
Field: MS Electrical Engineering and PhD Scholar SEECS, NUST
About me: As a dedicated and highly motivated electrical engineering master’s student, my expertise encompasses both linear and nonlinear control systems. Currently immersed in the research phase of my program, I am passionate about advancing electrical engineering. Looking ahead, my commitment is to apply this knowledge to real-world challenges, aspiring to lead innovative projects and contribute meaningfully to the field as a professional electrical engineer.
Miss Maheera Amjad
Field: MS Bioinformatics PhD Scholar Bioinformatics, SINES, NUST.
About Me: PhD Candidate and analytical thought leader at the intersection of Bioinformatics and Generative AI. Proven capacity to lead independent research, translating advanced bioinformatics and machine learning models into safer, more effective preclinical drug candidates with clear commercial and clinical value. Committed to rigorous academic investigation and effective public communication (via blogging) to ensure high-impact scientific breakthroughs are accessible and trustworthy.
Engg. Huzaifah Abbas
Field: MS Electrical Engineering, SEECS, NUST
About me: I am a researcher specializing in advanced control systems, with a focus on linear and nonlinear Model Predictive Control (MPC) and reinforcement learning-based strategies. My work centers on developing RL-based model-free controllers and RL-based control optimizers, bridging classical control theory with artificial intelligence techniques. Currently, I have two journal publications under review and am exploring applications of these methods for embedded systems and real-time autonomous control. Passionate about translating complex control algorithms into practical, deployable solutions, I aim to advance intelligent control in domains ranging from biomedical systems to robotics and energy management.
Scientists
Miss Zainab Khan
Field: MPhil in Mathematics
About me: As a driven mathematics student, I specialize in mathematical system biology and machine learning. I’m passionate about applying computational models to tackle complex biological challenges.
Miss Misbah Siddique
Field: MS Mathematics About me: Research in Systems biology and Machine leaning
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