Sana Riaz|Sana Riaz - Editor|Dr. Sana Riaz is a Senior Research Officer at the Food and Biotechnology Research Center (FBRC), PCSIR Lahore, where she has been serving since 2022. She brings a wealth of experience in microbiology, molecular genetics, and biotehnology, with a distinguished career that spans over a decade in academia and research. Prior to her current role, Dr. Riaz held positions as an Assistant Professor at Lahore Institute of Biomedical and Allied Health Sciences and as a Research Scientist at the School of Biomedicine, KU Leuven, Belgium. Dr. Riaz completed her Ph.D. in Microbiology and Molecular Genetics at The Women University Multan and KU Leuven, Belgium, where her research focused on the biochemical and molecular characterization of potential anticancer phytochemicals. She also holds an M.Phil. in Molecular Biology from the University of the Punjab, Lahore, and an MSc in Biochemistry from Government College University, Lahore. Her research expertise encompasses a broad range of topics, including gene editing, bioinformatics, phytochemical drug development, and antimicrobial resistance. Dr. Riaz has successfully led multiple R&D projects, including the development of rapid detection kits for microbes, RNA extraction kits from viruses, and microbial production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). She has also contributed significantly to the development of innovative products, such as a herbal topical gel and an edible, sustainable food coating biofilm, for which she holds several patents. Dr. Riaz is an active member of various scholarly societies, including the American Society of Microbiology, the European Society of Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases, and the Pakistan Biological Safety Association. She has published extensively in reputable journals and has authored several books on topics ranging from anticancer medicinal plants to the production of interferon alpha 2b. In addition to her research and publications, Dr. Riaz has organized and participated in numerous workshops and conferences globally, focusing on cutting-edge technologies such as CRISPR/Cas9, biosafety, and halal science. Her commitment to advancing the field of biotechnology and her contributions to research and innovation have earned her several fellowships and awards, including a Responsible Research Fellowship from the American Society of Microbiology and Health Security Partner USA. Dr. Sana Riaz's dedication to research, coupled with her leadership in innovative projects, makes her a prominent figure in the fields of microbiology, biotechnology, and pharmaceutical sciences. Read More Read Less