Ongoing 2024
Molecular detoxification mechanisms in resistant insect populations
Characterising the enzymatic and genetic basis of insecticide detoxification.
Lead: Dr. Muhammad Umair Sial
In the lab
Projects
Ongoing, planned and completed research projects.
Ongoing 2023
Monitoring insecticide resistance in key agricultural pests
Field and laboratory monitoring of resistance development in major crop pests of Punjab, Pakistan.
Lead: Dr. Muhammad Umair Sial
Planned 2025
Nano-enabled delivery of insect growth regulators
Developing mesoporous silica nanoparticle systems for targeted delivery of IGRs.
Lead: Dr. Muhammad Umair Sial