Lecturer, Department of Life Sciences
Ms. Mahnoor Maqbool currently serving as a Lecturer in the Department of Human Nutrition and Dietetics of Life Sciences Department at Barani Institute of Sciences Burewala, affiliated with Pir Mehr Ali Shah Arid Agriculture University, Rawalpindi. With a strong academic foundation and a passion for advancing nutritional sciences, she is committed to shaping future professionals through evidence-based teaching, applied research, and community engagement. Her areas of interest include clinical nutrition, sports nutrition, therapeutic diets, and the integration of sustainable nutrition practices. She strives to inspire critical thinking and practical skills in students to address real-world nutritional challenges and contribute meaningfully to health promotion across diverse populations.
Ms. Mahnoor Maqbool is a dedicated academic and nutritionist, currently serving as a Lecturer in the Department of Human Nutrition and Dietetics at Barani Institute of Sciences Burewala, affiliated with Pir Mehr Ali Shah Arid Agriculture University, Rawalpindi. With a strong background in nutritional sciences, Ms. Mahnoor Maqbool brings academic expertise and practical experience to the classroom, fostering a learning environment rooted in evidence-based practice, critical inquiry, and professional development. Committed to lifelong learning and the advancement of the field, Ms. Mahnoor Maqbool continues to enhance her expertise through academic training, and participation in national seminars and conferences in the field of nutrition and dietetics.
Her teaching portfolio covers a wide range of core and applied subjects, including clinical nutrition, diet therapy, community nutrition, and food service management. Passionate about student mentorship and academic excellence, she actively contributes to curriculum development and student engagement initiatives within the department. In addition to her teaching responsibilities, she is deeply involved in health awareness campaigns and community nutrition outreach programs aimed at promoting nutritional well-being and sustainable dietary practices. Her professional interests also extend to public health nutrition, non-communicable disease prevention, maternal and child nutrition, and nutrition education.
Completed coursework covering a broad spectrum of subjects, including clinical nutrition, nutritional biochemistry, public health nutrition, and research methodologies.
Developed and presented a thesis titled: "Determination of Zinc, Iron and Calcium Bioaccessibility from Raw and Fermented Legumes and Pulses of Pakistan", showcasing analytical and research skills in addressing critical nutrition-related issues.