PhD Candidate and Graduate Research Assistant in the Dept. of Biological Engineering at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL) since June 2022, contributing to the NSF RII T2 BioWRAP project. My research focuses on process optimization of chicken feather keratin extraction through sub-crticial water and other hydrolysis methods, developing sustainable bioplastics using extracted keratin aimed at regenerative agricultural applications.Previously, I served as a Lecturer at the University of Agriculture Faisalabad (UAF) in the Department of Food Engineering from July 2016 to June 2022. My academic journey includes:M.Sc. (Hons.) in Food Engineering (2018)B.Sc. in Food Engineering (2015)I gained international exposure as a Research Intern at University Putra Malaysia in 2014 and built practical skills during my internship at Ayub Agricultural Research Institute, UAF, the same year.Beyond my professional pursuits, I am a proud Hafiz-e-Quran (2005) and enjoy activities that keep me inspired, including reading self-empowerment books, taking long walks, and playing badminton.I am passionate about teaching and transforming waste into valuable resources and contributing to a sustainable future through innovative solutions.