Dr. Fazli Wahid

Associate Professor & Chairman

Biography

Born and raised in the mountains of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan, Dr. Fazli Wahid has built a remarkable career as a biotechnologist, biomedical scientist, and innovator driven by a deep commitment to improve human health through science. With more than 15 years of teaching and research experience, he has inspired countless students and researchers to pursue excellence in biomedical innovation.
Dr. Wahid earned his Ph.D. in Biotechnology from Kyungpook National University, South Korea, and currently serves as Associate Professor at PAF-IAST, alongside being a Fulbright Fellow and affiliated researcher at the Terasaki Institute for Biomedical Innovation, Los Angeles, USA. His research bridges biomaterials, nanomedicine, tissue engineering, and artificial organ technologies, with a special focus on developing 3D bioprinted artificial skin and therapeutic biomaterials for wound healing and regenerative medicine.
He leads one of Pakistan largest biomedical research projects, “Development of Artificial Skin and Tissue Substitutes Based on 3D Bioprinted Advanced Materials” (PKR 46.5 million, funded by DGST & Industry). His work has resulted in over 70 publications in top international journals (impact factor >270, citations >5,800, h-index 30), 7 book chapters, 2 patents, and the successful supervision of more than 15 graduate students.
Beyond the lab, Dr. Wahid is a passionate entrepreneur and innovator, committed to translating research into real-world healthcare solutions. He is the founder of BioprntX Pvt. Ltd. and co-founder of Radiant Aura Pvt. Ltd., startups dedicated to advancing biomedical materials and skincare technologies.
In recognition of his contributions, he has been honored with the “Pride of Pakistan” award and ranked by the Pakistan Council for Science and Technology (PCST) among the top 25 young scientists under 40 and top 125 biological and biomedical scientists in the country. His journey reflects a lifelong belief that science, when guided by compassion and purpose, can transform lives.

Education

Fulbright Fellow (Professor) 2024 Terasaki Institute for Biomedical Innovations, LA, CA, USA
PhD., Biomedical Sciences & Biotechnology , Kyungpook National University, Taegu, South Korea,2013
MS, Biomedical Sciences & Biotechnology, Kyungpook National University, Taegu, South Korea. 2010

Publications

R. Haghniaz, A. Rabbani, F. Vajhadin, T. Khan, R. Kousar, A. R. Khan, H. Montazerian, J. Iqbal, A. Libanori, H. J. Kim and Fazli Wahid (2020). Anti‐bacterial and wound healing promoting effects of zinc ferrite nanoparticles. Journal of Nanobiotechnology.
Fazli Wahid, F. Subhan, Z. Hussain, I. Tauseef, A. Shehzad (2020). A review on recent advances and applications of fish collagen. Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition 1-11
Fazli Wahid, W. Sajjad, T. Khan, M. Ul-Islam, R. Khan (2019). Development of modified montmorillonite-bacterial cellulose nanocomposites as a novel substitute for burn skin and tissue regeneration. Carbohydrate Polymers. 206, 548-556
Fazli Wahid, A. Khalid, R. Khan, M. Ul-Islam, T. Khan (2017). Bacterial Cellulose-Zinc Oxide Nanocomposites as a Novel Dressing System for Burn Wounds. Carbohydrate Polymers. 164, 214-221.
M. A. N. Khan, M. Siddique, Fazli Wahid, R. Khan (2015). Removal of reactive blue 19 dye by sono, photo and sonophotocatalytic oxidation using visible light. Ultrasonics Sonochemistry. 26 (0), 370-377

Projects

Development of Artificial Skin and Tissue Substitutes based on 3D Bio-printed Advanced Materials 46.5 million DGST & Industry On-going
Wound Healing and Tissue Regeneration Activities of Bacterial Cellulose-Montmorillonite Nano-reinforced Composite Films in Burn Mice Models (PI; 0.5 Million), HEC-SRGP
Phytochemical Evaluation and Anti-angiogenic Effects of Morus alba and Catharanthus roseus for the Treatment of Corneal Neovascularization (PI; 0.2 Million), CUI-GP Cellular and Molecular Studies on Hedera nepalensis, Nigella sativa, Azadirachta indica, Centela asiatica, Lavandula stoechas, Spharanthus indicus and Carissa opaca for the Treatment of Breast Cancer (Co-PI; 4.1 Million), HEC-NRPU
Molecular and Mechanistic Studies of Selected Medicinal Plants for the Treatment of Hepatitis C Virus by Inhibiting Core Gene Expression of Genotype 3a (Co-PI; 0.5 Million), HEC-SRGP Identification of Genes Involved in Human Hereditary Skin Conditions (Co-PI; 0.5 Million), HEC-SRGP
Use of Clean Technology to Convert Industrial Wastes into Valuable Biomedical Materials by Micro-organisms (Co-PI; 0.2 Million), CUI-GP
Development of Bacterial Cellulose-green Synthesized Metallic Oxides Nanocomposites as a Smart Dressing System for Cutaneous Burns (Co-PI; 0.3 Million), CUI-GP

Awards & Prizes

Pride of Pakistan, 2025
Best Researcher Award in Department, 2018 from COMSATS University Islamabad, Abbottabad Campus
Appreciation Letter & Honorarium from COMSATS University Islamabad, Abbottabad Campus for 2017-18 Performance
Pakistan Council of Science & Technology (PCST)-Research Productivity Award - 2017
Doctoral Fellowship Award (Tuition and Fees, Monthly Stipend) form Kyungpook National University, Republic of Korea and Research Supervisor (Feb 2010 ~ Aug 2013).
Cash awards in 2010, 2011, 2012 for SCI publication in world reputed journals from Kyungpook National University.
Master Fellowship Award (Tuition and Fees, Monthly Stipend) form Kyungpook National University, Republic of Korea and Research Supervisor (Feb 2008 ~ Feb 2010).
HEC Approved Supervisor
Research Productivity Award 2014, 2015, 2016, for SCI publication in world reputed journals from COMSATS Institute of Information Technology.