I am Amina Khalid, Senior Researcher in Environment and Climate Change and a Founding Member of the European Union Center of Excellence for Climate Action with ICT at National University of Technology (NUTECH), Islamabad. I hold a M.Phil. Degree in Environmental Sciences (Chemistry), with a specialization in green materials and environmental remediation technologies. My expertise lies in climate change, environmental informatics, wastewater treatment, and the development of sustainable materials for pollution control. I focus on integrating ICT with environmental sciences to develop innovative, data-driven solutions for complex environmental challenges, with particular research contributions in microplastics’ removal, ionic liquid-based membranes, and advanced remediation techniques.
In addition to my research, I am actively engaged in interdisciplinary curriculum development for graduate and undergraduate programs as well as academic capacity building. I have played a key role in the development of the MS program in Climate Change and Environmental Informatics at NUTECH and contribute to EU-funded initiatives that promote international collaboration and research excellence. I am passionate about advancing sustainable development through innovation, applied research, and education, while fostering academic–industry collaboration and mentoring students to become future environmental professionals capable of addressing pressing climate and sustainability challenges.
Senior Researcher (Environment & Climate Change), European Union Center of Excellence for Climate Action with ICT, NUTECH, Islamabad (Sep 2023 – Present)
- Founding member of “European Union Center of Excellence for Climate Action with ICT”
- Developed curriculum for MS Climate Change & Environmental Informatics
- Led project management, reporting, and international coordination
- Conducted environmental surveys and policy-support research
- Collaborated with international consortium partners (EU-funded initiatives)
- Collaborated with other R&D organizations to foster partnerships and enhance research outcomes.
- Contributed to intellectual writing and successful acquisition of international projects for NUTECH
- Organized workshops, consortium meetings and research dissemination activities
- Designed and implemented environmentally friendly projects, promoting sustainability and innovation.
Research Assistant Applied Chemistry Lab, Department of Environmental Sciences, Fatima Jinnah Women University, Rawalpindi (Aug 2021 – Aug 2023)
- Conducted experimental research on green materials for wastewater treatment
- Published research in high-impact journals (W-category)
- Organized workshops and research dissemination activities
- Performed administrative tasks to support lab operations and research activities.
- Authored detailed reports documenting research findings and experimental results.
Coordinated events and workshops to disseminate research findings and promote scientific collaboration.
Academia
M.Phil. Environmental Sciences (Chemistry)
Fatima Jinnah Women University, Rawalpindi (2019–2021)
CGPA: 3.56/4.00
Research thesis: Synthesis of biocompatible ionic liquid membranes for desulfurization of fuel.
BS Environmental Sciences
Fatima Jinnah Women University, Rawalpindi (2015–2019)
CGPA: 3.52/4.00
Research Thesis: Synthesis of Metal Hydroxyapatite Biocomposites from Refused Fish Scales for Environmental Remediation.
Certifications and Trainings
©Training course on “Complete Project Management Cycle” organized by Pakistan Planning and Management Institute (PPMI), Ministry of Planning Development and Special Initiatives, Islamabad, Pakistan. April 06-09, 2026.
©2 months Training Workshops on “Energy Modelling Through Low Emissions Analysis Platform (LEAP)” organized by Sustainable Development Policy Institute (SDPI), Islamabad, Pakistan. July 11- Sep 13, 2024
©Training Course on “Climate Change – Implications and Adaptation” organized by AHK National Center for Rural Development, Islamabad, Pakistan. May 20-24, 2024
- “Workshop on Hands-on Experience of Characterization Techniques for Nanomaterials” organized by U. S. – Pakistan Center for Advanced Studies in Energy (USPCAS-E), NUST, Islamabad. November 23-24, 2023
- “Research Grant writing and Academic Publication”, organized by Centre of Learning Excellence, Office of Research and Innovation Centre, Fatima Jinnah Women University, Rawalpindi, Pakistan. May 02-03, 2023
- “Awareness workshop for Energy Efficiency, Climate Change and Public Procurement Sector on Ratification of Kigali Amendment”, organized by National Ozone Unit, Ministry of Climate Change, Islamabad, Pakistan. May 03, 2023
- “International Workshop on Impressions of Climate Change and Perpetual Natural Disasters”, organized by Department of Environmental Sciences, Fatima Jinnah Women University, Rawalpindi, Pakistan. April 26, 2023
- “Teacherpreneurship in higher education; Training of Trainers (TOT)” 5 days’ workshop organized by ORIC-FJWU, Fatima Jinnah Women University, Rawalpindi, Pakistan. Jan 2-6, 2023
- “Literature review made easy using NVIVO an Endnote” 2 days’ workshop organized by ORIC-FJWU, Fatima Jinnah Women University, Rawalpindi, Pakistan. Dec 13-14, 2022
- “Pakistani girls code” 2 days’ workshop on coding, 3D model designing and printing, organized by Lincoln corner, Fatima Jinnah Women University, Rawalpindi, Pakistan. Aug 31-Sep 1, 2022
- “Training on writing skills”, organized by Sustainable Development Policy Institute (SDPI), Islamabad, Pakistan. Aug 31, 2022
- “Health, Safety and Environment (HSE)”, 2 days’ hands on training workshop organized by Institute of Space Technology (IST), Islamabad, Pakistan. June 01-02, 2022
Research Publications
- Khalid, A., Zulfiqar, S., Rafique, U., Hamad, H., Bokhari, A., & Asif, S. (2023). Harnessing the power of iron-alumina-based ionic liquid composites for simultaneous removal of Congo red dye and microplastics. Journal of Cleaner Production, 429, 139602.
- Nisa, Z.-u., Zulfiqar, S., Fazal, A., Sajid, M., Khalid, A., Mehmood, Z., Othman, S.I., Abukhadra, M.R., (2023). Study of synergistic effects induced by novel base composites on heavy metals removal and pathogen inactivation. Chemosphere, 139718.
- Khalid, A., Zulfiqar, S., Tabassum, N., Ullah, Z., Zaki, Z.I., Fallatah, A.M., El-Bahy, Z.M., Laraib, S., Ahmad, F., (2023). Hydroxyapatite and ionic liquid coupled with hybrid membranes for toxic pollutant removal and remediation. Chemosphere, 139717.
- Khalid, A., Zulfiqar, S., Tabassum, N., Khan, A. S., Abid, M. A., Akhtar, M. S.... & Asif, S. (2023). Biocompatible cellulose acetate supported ammonium based ionic liquid membranes; way forward to remediate water pollution. Chemosphere, 138151.
- Khalid, A., Zulfiqar. S., Abbasi, M., (2021). Cu and Ni functionalized hydroxyapatite biocomposites from common carp scales: green synthesis for antibacterial assessment and wastewater treatment. Desalin Water Treat, 221, 41-45.
Conference (s) Proceedings
- Nadeem, N., Khalid, A., Jalal, M., Yasin, A., (2025, February). Towards Climate-Resilient Farming-Acritical Review of Adaptive Decision Support System and User-Centered Design Approaches. In book of abstracts, Global Conference on Wireless and Optical Technologies 2026 (GCWOT 2026).
- Khalid, A., Zulfiqar, S., (2023, September). Health concerns and photodegradation of major pesticides used for the cultivation of Food and Cash crops in Pakistan: A Comprehensive Review. In book of abstracts, International Conference on CPEC, Sustainable Tourism Development for Women Empowerment in Pakistan, 2023).
- Khalid, A., Zulfiqar, S., Tabassum, N., (2023, January). One pot synthesis of biocompatible ionic liquid membranes for environmental remediation. In book of abstracts (p. 26), ICCC&E, 2023).
- Khalid, A., Zulfiqar, S., Rafique, U., (2022, November). Synthesis and Characterization of magnetic ionic liquid composites for Environmental Remediation. (In book of abstracts, CESE, 2022).
- Khalid, A., Zulfiqar, S., Scales, b. F. L. R. (2021, march). Green synthesis of Cu & Ni functionalized hydroxyapatite biocomposites from Labeo Rohita scales: sustainable approach towards environmental remediation. In book of abstracts (p. 227), ICEWE, 2021.
- Report entitled “Ecosystem Restoration 2030: A Decade of Action for Sustainability and Resilience” published in SDC 2021 Research and News Bulletin-07 April, 2022 (available at SDPI website: https://sdpi.org/sdc-2021-special-research--news-bulletin/publication detail).
- Report entitled “Role of Regional Cooperation for Asia-Pacific’s Energy Transition in the COVID-19 Era” published in SDC 2020 Research and News Bulletin-30 April, 2021 (available at SDPI website: https://sdpi.org/sdc-2020-research-news-bulletin-30-april-2021/publication_detail).
- Report entitled “Psychological Impact in the Time of COVID-19 and its Implications for Sustainable Development” published in SDC 2020 Research and News Bulletin-30 April, 2021 (available at SDPI website: https://sdpi.org/sdc-2020-research-news-bulletin-30-april2021/publication_detail).
