Dr. Shagufta Riaz | Engineering | Women Researcher Award

Dr. Shagufta Riaz, National Textile University, Pakistan 

Dr. Shagufta Riaz is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Textile Engineering at National Textile University, Faisalabad, Pakistan. With a Ph.D. in Textile Engineering, she specializes in functional textiles, focusing on the use of nanomaterials for textile development. Dr. Riaz has authored several influential publications and has completed various high-impact research projects. She has worked as a researcher at the Wilson School of Textiles in the USA and is actively involved in advancing textile innovations. A member of prestigious international organizations like the Textile Institute and the Pakistan Engineering Council, Dr. Riaz is committed to sustainable textile solutions.

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Suitability of Dr. Shagufta Riaz for the Research for Women Researcher Award

Dr. Shagufta Riaz is a highly accomplished researcher in textile engineering, specializing in functional textiles and nanotechnology applications. Her extensive academic background, including a Ph.D. in Textile Engineering and international research experience at the Wilson School of Textiles, NCSU, USA, demonstrates her expertise in the field. She has significantly contributed to the advancement of sustainable textile innovations, textile finishing, and the development of nanomaterials for multifunctional textile applications. As an HEC Ph.D. Approved Supervisor and a Fellow of the Textile Institute, UK, she has played a crucial role in mentoring young researchers and advancing academic excellence in textile engineering.

Her research portfolio includes several high-impact projects funded at both national and international levels, focusing on crucial areas such as RF-shielding maternity garments, recycling of cellulosic waste for graphene quantum dots, and sustainable bio-processing in textile manufacturing. Additionally, her collaborations with industry highlight her ability to bridge the gap between academic research and practical industrial applications. Notable projects include the development of antibacterial medical gauze, pesticide-resistant clothing, and UV-shielding protective garments, which showcase her commitment to improving textile functionality for real-world challenges.

🎓 Education

Dr. Shagufta Riaz holds a Ph.D. in Textile Engineering from National Textile University, Faisalabad, Pakistan, where she also completed her M.Sc. in Textile Advanced Materials Engineering and B.Sc. in Textile Engineering with distinctions. She further honed her skills as a researcher at the Wilson School of Textiles, North Carolina State University, USA. This educational foundation, coupled with her hands-on research experience, forms the backbone of her expertise in nanotechnology, textile finishing, and sustainable textile innovations.

💼 Professional Experience

Dr. Shagufta Riaz is an Assistant Professor at National Textile University, Faisalabad. She has led and collaborated on multiple research projects, including those in partnership with international institutions and the textile industry. Her professional experience spans research in textile engineering, focusing on nanomaterials and sustainable solutions. Dr. Riaz has consulted on industry projects to optimize processes in textile production, such as designing protective garments and improving fabric properties. Her role as a Ph.D. supervisor and her recognition as a Fellow of the Textile Institute, UK, highlight her significant contribution to academia and industry.

🏅 Awards and Recognition

Dr. Shagufta Riaz’s academic excellence is evidenced by her recognition as a Fellow of the Textile Institute, UK, and a Lifetime Member of the Pakistan Engineering Council. She has received multiple accolades for her contributions to textile engineering, including a significant number of awards for her research in nanotechnology and textile innovations. Her work, recognized internationally, is reflected in numerous high-impact publications and the completion of major research and consultancy projects in collaboration with the textile industry.

🌍 Research Skills On Engineering

Dr. Riaz is an expert in nanotechnology applications in textile engineering, particularly for the development of multifunctional textiles. Her research focuses on the integration of nanomaterials to enhance textile properties such as antimicrobial, UV resistance, and electrical shielding. She has completed several research projects under government and industry funding, contributing valuable advancements in sustainable textiles, functional finishes, and eco-friendly processes. Dr. Riaz’s skills extend to guiding doctoral research and publishing in prestigious journals, marking her as a leading researcher in textile engineering.

Publication Top Notes

• Fabrication of robust multifaceted textiles by application of functionalized TiO₂ nanoparticles

  • Authors: S. Riaz, M. Ashraf, T. Hussain, M.T. Hussain, A. Younus
  • Citations: 95
  • Year: 2019

• Functional finishing and coloration of textiles with nanomaterials

  • Authors: S. Riaz, M. Ashraf, T. Hussain, M.T. Hussain, A. Rehman, A. Javid, K. Iqbal, …
  • Citations: 77
  • Year: 2018

• Modification of silica nanoparticles to develop highly durable superhydrophobic and antibacterial cotton fabrics

  • Authors: S. Riaz, M. Ashraf, T. Hussain, M.T. Hussain
  • Citations: 58
  • Year: 2019

• Electrospun nanofiber-based viroblock/ZnO/PAN hybrid antiviral nanocomposite for personal protective applications

  • Authors: A. Salam, T. Hassan, T. Jabri, S. Riaz, A. Khan, K.M. Iqbal, S. Khan, M. Wasim, …
  • Citations: 41
  • Year: 2021

• Cationization of TiO₂ nanoparticles to develop highly durable multifunctional cotton fabric

  • Authors: S. Riaz, M. Ashraf, H. Aziz, A. Younus, M. Umair, A. Salam, K. Iqbal, …
  • Citations: 31
  • Year: 2022

• Layer by layer deposition of PEDOT, silver and copper to develop durable, flexible, and EMI shielding and antibacterial textiles

  • Authors: S. Riaz, S. Naz, A. Younus, A. Javid, S. Akram, A. Nosheen, M. Ashraf
  • Citations: 26
  • Year: 2022

• Multifunctional formaldehyde-free finishing of cotton by using metal oxide nanoparticles and eco-friendly cross-linkers

  • Authors: N. Sarwar, M. Ashraf, M. Mohsin, A. Rehman, A. Younus, A. Javid, K. Iqbal, …
  • Citations: 24
  • Year: 2019

• In situ development and application of natural coatings on non-absorbable sutures to reduce incision site infections

  • Authors: R. Masood, T. Hussain, M. Umar, Azeemullah, T. Areeb, S. Riaz
  • Citations: 21
  • Year: 2017

• Selection and Optimization of Silane Coupling Agents to Develop Durable Functional Cotton Fabrics Using TiO₂ Nanoparticles

  • Authors: S. Riaz, M. Ashraf, T. Hussain, M.T. Hussain, A. Younus, M. Raza, A. Nosheen
  • Citations: 20
  • Year: 2021

• Simultaneous fixation of wrinkle-free finish and reactive dye on cotton using response surface methodology

  • Authors: S. Abid, T. Hussain, A. Nazir, Z.A. Raza, A. Siddique, A. Azeem, S. Riaz
  • Citations: 16
  • Year: 2018