Dr. Muhammad Adnan Shereen is currently a Research Associate/Postdoctoral at the Department of Microbiology-Immunology, Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern University, Chicago, USA. He also serves as a Research Lecturer at Kohsar University of Murree, Pakistan, where he supervises research and teaches various subjects in the Department of Microbiology. Previously, he worked as a Research Lecturer at the University of Haripur, Pakistan, where he also supervised research and taught microbiology-related subjects. During his Ph.D., Dr. Shereen worked as a Research Associate in Professor Jianguo Wu’s lab at the State Key Laboratory of Virology. He has also participated in the CSCB Training Course on Mouse Genetics and Phenotyping, organized by the Model Animal Research Center, Nanjing University, China, and the Chinese Society for Cell Biology. Earlier in his career, Dr. Shereen served as a Demonstrator at Jinnah Medical College, Peshawar, Pakistan, where he taught General Bacteriology, Immunology, and Parasitology. He also gained valuable experience as an Internee at Govt. Lady Reading Hospital, Peshawar, Pakistan, where he worked in the Pathology department, focusing on microbiology, serology, PCR, and ELISA.

Dr. Muhammad Adnan Shereen possesses a diverse skill set in the field of microbiology and related disciplines. His expertise includes microbiology, virology, molecular biology, and immunology, reflecting a comprehensive understanding of microbial pathogens and their interactions with host organisms. Dr. Shereen is proficient in cell and tissue culture technology, which is crucial for studying the behavior of cells in controlled environments. He has experience in isolating primary cells, a fundamental technique in cell biology and immunology research. His knowledge extends to innate immunity, the body’s first line of defense against pathogens, and the complex interactions between hosts and pathogens. Dr. Shereen is skilled in animal modeling, an essential tool for studying diseases and testing potential treatments in vivo. Additionally, he is adept at bioinformatic analysis, enabling him to process and interpret complex biological data. Overall, Dr. Shereen’s broad range of skills makes him a valuable asset in research settings focused on microbiology and related fields.

Awards and Recognitions:

Dr. Muhammad Adnan Shereen has been recognized for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of microbiology and virology. He was ranked among the top 2% most influential scientists in the world by Stanford University in both 2022 and 2023, highlighting the impact of his research and expertise. He was awarded the Chinese Government Scholarship under CSC NO. 2016GXYC42 for his Ph.D. studies, receiving a fully funded scholarship from 2017 to 2021. This prestigious scholarship reflects his academic excellence and dedication to research. Dr. Shereen’s academic achievements were further acknowledged by Wuhan University, where he was the First Prize Winner in Academic Achievement for the year 2020. He also won the “Virology Youth Innovation Award” in 2021 for the highest number of publications during his Ph.D. In recognition of his efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic, Dr. Shereen was honored as one of the “Wuhan University 8 Outstanding Individuals to Fight against Coronavirus,” highlighting his commitment to scientific advancement and public health. He has also received several other awards, including the “Excellent International Student Scholarship for the Year 2018” and the “CSCB Training Course on Mouse Genetics and Phenotyping” certificate, demonstrating his continuous pursuit of excellence in academia and research. Additionally, Dr. Shereen has been acknowledged for his academic prowess, standing as the 2nd position holder in his M.Phil. batch from 2013 to 2015. His acceptance and invitation letters for Ph.D. programs at Huazhong University of Science and Technology and Wuhan University further attest to his academic standing and research potential.