Associate Professor at Abdul Wali Khan University Mardan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan
Dr. Adil Hussain is an accomplished Associate Professor at the Department of Agriculture, Abdul Wali Khan University Mardan, specializing in nitric oxide (NO) and redox-regulation pathways related to microbe-plant and insect-plant interactions, as well as plant responses to abiotic stress. With a Ph.D. in Cell and Molecular Biology from the University of Edinburgh, his research utilizes bioinformatics and functional genomics to identify key genes involved in stress responses. Dr. Hussain’s international collaborations include significant contributions to functional genomics and plant biology with leading institutions in South Korea, the UK, and China. His extensive work includes book chapters on plant signaling and gene editing and has been recognized through various awards and fellowships, including the HEC Overseas PhD scholarship and a post-doctorate fellowship funded by South Korea’s Rural Development Administration. His expertise is further demonstrated through his active role in organizing international conferences and workshops.
Profile
Education
Dr. Adil Hussain’s educational journey showcases a distinguished academic background in agricultural sciences and molecular biology. He completed his B.Sc. (Hons) in Agriculture with a Gold Medal from NWFP Agricultural University Peshawar, Pakistan, in 2006, followed by an M.Sc. (Hons) in Agriculture specializing in plant pathology, where he earned another Gold Medal. He pursued his Ph.D. in Cell and Molecular Biology at the Institute of Molecular Plant Sciences, University of Edinburgh, United Kingdom, completing it in 2013. His post-doctoral research was conducted at the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, Kyungpook National University, South Korea, under the Forest Resource Genome Project. Dr. Hussain’s advanced studies include specialized training in food security and integrated food security classification from the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), enhancing his expertise in agricultural and environmental sciences.
Professional Experience
Dr. Adil Hussain is a distinguished academic with a rich professional background. Currently serving as an Associate Professor (Tenured) in the Department of Agriculture at Abdul Wali Khan University Mardan since August 2020, Dr. Hussain’s expertise lies in nitric oxide and redox-regulation of plant-microbe interactions. His previous roles include a sabbatical as a Contract Professor at Kyungpook National University, South Korea, and a post-doctoral fellowship at the same institution focusing on functional genomics. His earlier experience includes serving as an Assistant Professor at Abdul Wali Khan University, and as a Research Associate in a HEC-funded project at NWFP Agricultural University, Peshawar. Dr. Hussain has also worked as a Business Support Officer at Pakistan Tobacco Company and participated in internships and research roles throughout his career, showcasing a blend of teaching, research, and administrative skills. His international collaborations and extensive training further highlight his commitment to advancing agricultural sciences.
Research Interest
Dr. Adil Hussain’s research primarily focuses on the intricate interplay between nitric oxide (NO) and redox-regulation in microbial-plant and insect-plant interactions. His work delves into how these interactions influence plant responses to abiotic stress. Dr. Hussain employs bioinformatics approaches, particularly transcriptomic and genomic analyses, to identify and characterize key genes involved in biotic and abiotic stress responses at the transcriptional level. By integrating functional genomic techniques, he tests the roles of these regulatory genes in vivo, contributing to a deeper understanding of plant resilience mechanisms. His research also extends to exploring the redox-regulatory pathways that govern these interactions, aiming to enhance agricultural productivity and stress tolerance through advanced genetic and genomic tools.
Research Skills
Dr. Adil Hussain possesses a robust skill set in research, distinguished by his expertise in molecular plant sciences and functional genomics. His proficiency extends to advanced bioinformatics approaches, including transcriptomic and genomic analysis, crucial for studying microbe-plant and insect-plant interactions. Dr. Hussain is adept at employing functional genomic techniques to test regulatory genes in vivo, enhancing our understanding of biotic and abiotic stress responses. His experience includes post-doctoral research in functional genomics and cell and molecular biology, where he applied his knowledge to significant projects such as the Forest Resource Genome Project. Dr. Hussain’s skills also encompass a range of analytical techniques, from mass spectrometry for micotoxin detection to nitric oxide quantification in plant studies. His collaborative research with international labs and his role in organizing and presenting at conferences further highlight his comprehensive research capabilities and contributions to the field.
Publications
- Nitric oxide regulates plant responses to drought, salinity, and heavy metal stress
- Authors: RBS Nabi, R Tayade, A Hussain, KP Kulkarni, QM Imran, BG Mun, …
- Year: 2019
- Citations: 327
- Bacillus aryabhattai SRB02 tolerates oxidative and nitrosative stress and promotes the growth of soybean by modulating the production of phytohormones
- Authors: YG Park, BG Mun, SM Kang, A Hussain, R Shahzad, CW Seo, AY Kim, …
- Year: 2017
- Citations: 319
- GSNOR-mediated de-nitrosylation in the plant defence response
- Authors: SI Malik, A Hussain, BW Yun, SH Spoel, GJ Loake
- Year: 2011
- Citations: 151
- Nitric oxide and S‐nitrosoglutathione function additively during plant immunity
- Authors: BW Yun, MJ Skelly, M Yin, M Yu, BG Mun, SU Lee, A Hussain, SH Spoel, …
- Year: 2016
- Citations: 131
- Nitric Oxide Mediated Transcriptome Profiling Reveals Activation of Multiple Regulatory Pathways in Arabidopsis thaliana
- Authors: A Hussain, BG Mun, QM Imran, SU Lee, TA Adamu, M Shahid, KM Kim, …
- Year: 2016
- Citations: 121
- Abiotic stress in plants; stress perception to molecular response and role of biotechnological tools in stress resistance
- Authors: QM Imran, N Falak, A Hussain, BG Mun, BW Yun
- Year: 2021
- Citations: 85
- ADS1 encodes a MATE‐transporter that negatively regulates plant disease resistance
- Authors: X Sun, EM Gilroy, A Chini, PL Nurmberg, I Hein, C Lacomme, PRJ Birch, …
- Year: 2011
- Citations: 80
- Transcriptome profile of NO-induced Arabidopsis transcription factor genes suggests their putative regulatory role in multiple biological processes
- Authors: QM Imran, A Hussain, SU Lee, BG Mun, N Falak, GJ Loake, BW Yun
- Year: 2018
- Citations: 68
- Comprehensive analysis of plant rapid alkalization factor (RALF) genes
- Authors: A Sharma, A Hussain, BG Mun, QM Imran, N Falak, SU Lee, JY Kim, …
- Year: 2016
- Citations: 60
- Nitric Oxide Responsive Heavy Metal-Associated Gene AtHMAD1 Contributes to Development and Disease Resistance in Arabidopsis thaliana
- Authors: QM Imran, N Falak, A Hussain, BG Mun, A Sharma, SU Lee, KM Kim, …
- Year: 2016
- Citations: 51