Faraan Fareed

Computational & Material Scientist | Research Professional

Lahore, PK.

About

Highly motivated Computational & Material Scientist with a Master's in Computational Science and Engineering and a Bachelor's in Chemistry, possessing 2 years of research experience. Leverages advanced computational chemistry and simulation tools to model complex biological pathways, validate findings against clinical data, and contribute to impactful scientific publications. Dedicated to advancing knowledge in interdisciplinary research areas, including nanotechnology for wastewater treatment and sustainable material design.

Work

National University of Science and Technology (NUST)

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Research Assistant

Islamabad, Islamabad Capital Territory, Pakistan

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Summary

Conducted advanced computational chemistry research for the Higher Education Commission (HEC)-funded project, 'In Silico Modeling of Molybdenum Cofactor Deficiency (MoCD) in Humans,' at SINES NUST, identifying biological pathways and validating findings against clinical data.

Highlights

Executed advanced computational chemistry and simulation tools to identify critical biological pathways of human-related rare diseases, specifically Molybdenum Cofactor Deficiency (MoCD).

Successfully simulated and validated both mutated and non-mutated genes by rigorously comparing computational results with clinical trials datasets, enhancing diagnostic accuracy.

Conducted comprehensive data collection and analysis of clinical trials datasets and real-world patient reporting cases from major hospitals in Islamabad/Rawalpindi.

Contributed to a Higher Education Commission (HEC)-funded project, 'In Silico Modeling of Molybdenum Cofactor Deficiency (MoCD) in Humans,' advancing understanding of complex genetic disorders.

Education

National University of Science and Technology (NUST)

Islamabad, Islamabad Capital Territory, Pakistan
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Masters of Science (MS) Computational Science and Engineering (CS&E) Grade: 3.30/4.00

University of The Punjab

Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan
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Bachelor's Studies (BS) Chemistry Grade: 3.11/4.00

Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (BISE), Lahore

Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan
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Intermediate or High School Certificate Pre-Medical Grade: 'A' Grade

Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (BISE), Lahore

Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan
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Matriculation or Secondary School Certificate Science Grade: 'A' Grade

Awards

Oral Presentation at 2nd International Academic Forum of 'Belt & Road'

Northwestern Polytechnical University, Xi'an, China

Presented research findings at a prestigious international academic forum, showcasing expertise in relevant scientific fields.

Oral & Technical Presentation (online)

International SIIRT Conference at SIIRT University, Turkey

Delivered an online oral and technical presentation at an international conference, sharing insights and technical expertise.

Poster Presentation of Research Thesis

1st International Conference of Chemistry at Lahore Garrison University, Lahore, Pakistan

Presented key findings from Bachelor's research thesis at an international chemistry conference, demonstrating early research capabilities.

Publications

A Novel Computational Methodology to Design Solar Radiation Absorbing Glass

Elsevier

Co-authored a publication detailing a novel computational methodology for designing solar radiation absorbing glass, contributing to sustainable material science.

Clay-Based Nanocomposites: Potential Materials for Water Treatment Applications: A Study in Large Companies

Springer

Co-authored a chapter on the application of clay-based nanocomposites for water treatment, published in 'Advanced Research in Nanosciences for Water Technology,' cited 9 times.

Languages

Urdu

Native

Chinese (HSK 1, 2, 3)

Basic

English

Proficient

Skills

Research & Computational Chemistry

Computational Chemistry, Material Sciences, Computer Simulations, In Silico Modeling, Biological Pathway Analysis, Gene Simulation, Clinical Data Validation, Nanotechnology, Wastewater Treatment, Solar Radiation Absorbing Glass Design, Dye Degradation, Theoretical Chemistry, Experimental Design, Data Collection, Data Analysis, Organic/Inorganic Catalysis, Synthesis, Spectroscopic Analysis, Laboratory Equipment Handling.

Software & Tools

ADF 2019, AMS 2021, Quantum Espresso 7.0, ORCA 6.0, DL Poly-5.0, Gaussian09, Minitab, ANSYS® Fluent, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Windows (8, 10, 11), Linux/Ubuntu.

Programming

C++, Python.

Professional & Interpersonal Skills

Problem Solving, Critical Thinking, Teamwork, Independent Work, Multi-Tasking, Innovation, Communication, Research Supervision (informal), Academic Lecturing (informal), Stress Management, Strategic Planning.

References

Dr. Uzma Habib

Associate Professor / HOD SINES, SINES – NUST, Islamabad, Pakistan. Contact details available upon request.

Dr. Ammar Mushtaq

Associate Professor, SINES – NUST, Islamabad, Pakistan. Contact details available upon request.

Dr. Salma Sherbaz

Assistant Professor, SINES – NUST, Islamabad, Pakistan. Contact details available upon request.

Dr. Muhammad Bilal Khan Niazi

Professor, SCME – NUST, Islamabad, Pakistan. Contact details available upon request.