Syeda Hira Bukhari

The JENESYS (Japan-East Asia Network of Exchange for Students and Youths) program, organized by the Japan Embassy, selected seven students from across Pakistan for a theme-related ten-day trip to Japan. Last year’s theme was ENVIRONMENT, and I was honored to be recommended by my university to participate in this trip. During our visit, we attended seminars on Japan’s infrastructure and buildings, explored solar energy generation, and immersed ourselves in Japan’s rich culture and civilization.

Investigating the Impact of Environmental Conditions on Aspergillus Fungi Growth and Aflatoxin Production in Edible Nuts. The primary objective of this study is to determine the potential future consequences of aflatoxin contamination in peanuts and walnuts resulting from changes in environmental conditions Global warming has led to an increase in global temperatures, causing fungal species, including Aspergillus, to adapt to these environmental changes

As a part of the landscaping department at AKU, I conducted literature reviews and wrote reports on given topics. The Effects of High TDS Water on Plants and Grasses The Consequences of Overwatering on Landscape Plants The Interactions between Turbidity, Algae, and Fish in an Ecosystem The Impact of pH, EC, and SAR Levels on Plant Growth

I was engaged in the project of Mass Production of commercially important Microalgae. The internship helped me acquire some new skills, such as measuring cell density, estimating biomass, and observing algae under the microscope and bacterial culture handling. I also operated some essential equipment like a centrifuge and light microscope. But the most important skill I acquired there was time management, teamwork, and dedication.

Thesis Research Work I PCSIR Investigating the Impact of Environmental Conditions on Aspergillus Fungi Growth and Aflatoxin Production in Edible Nuts. The primary objective of this study is to determine the potential future consequences of aflatoxin contamination in peanuts and walnuts resulting from changes in environmental conditions Global warming has led to an increase in global temperatures, causing fungal species, including Aspergillus, to adapt to these environmental changes.