Dr Nousheen Zaidi Becomes First Pakistani to Win Georg Forster Research Award

Dr Nousheen Zaidi has become the first Pakistani to receive the prestigious Georg Forster Research Award, recognizing her outstanding academic and research contributions.

A professor at the Institute of Microbiology and Molecular Genetics, University of the Punjab, she was honoured for her impactful work in public health and scientific research. The award, presented by the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation, includes €60,000 in research funding.

Dr Zaidi holds a PhD from the University of Tübingen and has previously worked with leading institutions, including the Albert Einstein College of Medicine and Janssen Pharmaceutical.

Beyond research, she leads national initiatives in water quality mapping and community health, reflecting a strong blend of scientific excellence and grassroots impact.

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