Biography:

Dr. Hafiza Fakhera Ikram is a tenured Associate Professor at the Interdisciplinary Research Center in Biomedical Materials (IRCBM), COMSATS University Islamabad. She holds a PhD from the University of Cologne, Germany, and has built an internationally recognised profile in molecular oncology, tissue engineering, biotechnology, and regenerative medicine.
Her research has been published in top-tier journals including Nature and Science, with extensive citations reflecting global impact. She has presented her work at leading international conferences, delivering keynote and invited lectures in Europe, Australia, and Asia, and has played key roles in organizing international symposia. Her achievements are further underscored by prestigious awards such as the Lerner Family Foundation Early Career Award, multiple international travel fellowships, and recognition for best scientific presentations.
Dr. Ikram has led nationally and internationally funded projects focused on advanced biomaterials, cancer therapeutics, and regenerative medicine. Her collaborations span leading institutions in Germany, Turkey, and beyond, demonstrating her capacity to build and lead impactful global research networks.
She is also an innovator with patents on novel bioinks, hydrogels, and tissue-engineering technologies that hold strong translational and commercial potential. These innovations directly address global challenges in wound healing, bone regeneration, and cancer therapy, and position her as a pioneer in cutting-edge biomedical technologies.
Her leadership extends to mentoring young scientists, establishing collaborative frameworks, and bridging academic and industrial sectors. With this portfolio of excellence, combining high-impact publications, international recognition, patents, and research leadership, Dr. Ikram exemplifies an internationally recognised researcher whose contributions provide exceptional benefit to global science and society.