About

Gulnaz Tabassum is a Ph.D. Scholar and Prime Minister's Research Fellow in the Department of Biotechnology at Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi, India. She earned a master's degree in Biochemistry and a bachelor's degree in Biosciences from Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi, with remarkable grades.

She has always been fascinated with the world of biological sciences and this enthusiasm for biology leads her to acquire higher accolades in this field. She is interested in how changes in cell function and biochemical machinery result in the uncontrolled growth of fatal diseases such as cancer. Under the expert guidance of Dr. Kapil Dev and Dr. Syed Mansoor Ali, she is dedicated to unraveling novel insights into the molecular basis of lung cancer, to develop innovative therapeutic strategies.

Gulnaz's academic competence is underscored by her exceptional performance in national-level examinations, including CSIR-NET, where she secured a notable rank of 54th in India, and qualifying GATE – Life Sciences. Her outstanding research proposal and unwavering commitment to scientific research were recognized by the Ministry of Human Resource and Development, Government of India, which awarded her the prestigious Prime Minister Research Fellowship.

In addition to her research pursuits, Gulnaz is deeply committed to nurturing the next generation of scientific minds. She has served as an educator at Meera Bai College's Department of Pharmacy and is currently involved in teaching science subjects to high school students at Milli Model School, New Delhi. Furthermore, she actively engages in teaching and mentoring activities within the Department of Biotechnology at Jamia Millia Islamia, guiding and inspiring students at both the undergraduate and postgraduate levels. She has guided two M.Sc. students through their dissertations and provided internships in Translational Biology to two B.Sc. students. Currently, she mentors another M.Sc. student.

Gulnaz's dedication extends beyond the laboratory and classroom. She has played a pivotal role in organizing the Department's Bioseminar series, facilitating knowledge exchange and fostering a culture of scientific discourse among students and academics. Her commitment to academic excellence and community engagement is evident in her active participation and presentations at prestigious national and international conferences, where she has been honored with awards for her outstanding contributions, including the best poster presentation.

Beyond her academic pursuits, Gulnaz finds solace in the art of photography, channeling her keen observation skills to capture the beauty of nature and document her adventures. Her multifaceted interests reflect a holistic approach to life, balancing intellectual rigor with creative expression.