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Dr. Sibgha Noureen

Lecturer, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences
Researcher
PhD Scholar (Pharmaceutical Chemistry), Government College University, Faisalabad
M.Phil Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Government College University, Faisalabad  2022

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Introduction
Research & Publications

Dr. Sibgha Noureen

Lecturer | Researcher | PhD Scholar (Pharmaceutical Chemistry), Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences

Dr. Sibgha Noureen is a dedicated PhD Pharmaceutical Chemistry Scholar and academic professional with a strong background in drug discovery, biochemical analysis, and pharmaceutical education. Throughout her academic career, she has earned both gold and silver medals. She joined Qarshi University in February 2025 as a lecturer, bringing with her more than 6 years of expertise in retail pharmacy, research, and teaching. Her research work focuses on the biochemical analysis of GDM with its contributing factors (lipid profile and Hb), EQ-5D-5L usage in the measurement of health-related quality of life and antibiotics resistance. She had more than eight publications and had also served as a reviewer in PLOS ONE journal. She continues to advance pharmaceutical education through evidence-based teaching methodologies, innovative research, and active contributions to pharmacy practice and policy.

Education
PhD Pharmaceutical Chemistry Government College University Faisalabad (Ongoing)

Government College University Faisalabad, Pakistan, 2024–Present
M.Phil Pharmaceutical Chemistry Government College University Faisalabad

Government College University Faisalabad, Pakistan, 2020–2022
Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) Government College University Faisalabad

Government College University Faisalabad, Pakistan, 2015–2020
Experience
Designation / Organization From To
Lecturer, Qarshi University, Lahore 2025 Present
Lecturer, University of Chenab, Gujrat 2023 2025
Retail Pharmacist 2020 2023
Field of Interests
[1] Drug discovery and design.
[2] Biochemical analysis of blood glucose, lipid profile, and Hb.
[3] GDM (Gestational Diabetes Mellitus).
[4] Lipid-profile alterations in pregnant females.
[5] Hb concentration variation in pregnant females.
[6] Antibiotic resistance.
[7] Self or prescription-only drugs in pregnant females.
[8] Immunity boosters in the era of COVID.
[9] EQ-5D-5L usage in the measurement of health-related quality of life.

Research & Publications

Certifications
[1] Training workshop of “Advancing Teaching Excellence” strategies for Effective Higher Education Instruction and Professional Development, Organized by Punjab Higher Education Commission, From 20-22 Feb 2024 (Batch-19).
Professional Skills and Teaching Approach
[1] Teamwork & Leadership in Retail & Academic Settings.
[2] Critical Thinking & Decision-Making Skills.
[3] Research & Data Analysis (SPSS, EndNote, GraphPad, and Research Paper Writing).
[4] Computer & Digital Skills for Pharmaceutical Education (MS Office, Research Databases, Virtual Learning Management Systems, and Abuzar Consultancy).
[5] Integrating Professional Experience into Pharmacy Education.
[6] Evidence-based Teaching & Research-Oriented Learning.
[7] Hands-on Training in Medication Therapy Management & Retail Business.
Publications (Cumulative Impact Factor: 15.19)
[1] Sidra; Maimoona Zulfiqar; Sibgha Noureen; Nimra Zahoor; Momna Murtaza. “S-block elements: pharmacological properties and potential medical applications of alkali and alkaline earth metals.” PeerJ Inorganic Chemistry, 2025. IF: 2.7. DOI: 10.7717/peerj-ichem.5.
[2] Areeba Sajid, Sidra, Sadaf Fayyaz, Sibgha Noureen, Musrat Sana, Maham Amjad, Chanda Ashraf, Sadia Munir, Iqra Shahzadi, Sadais Ahmed, Aqsa Ikram. “Revolutionizing therapy: exploring the promising role of p-block elements in medicine.” Journal of Population Therapeutics & Clinical Pharmacology, 2023. IF: 0.35. Available at: Link.
[3] Muhammad Sajid Hamid Akash, Sibgha Noureen, Kanwal Rehman, Ahmed Nadeem, Mohsin Abbas Khan. “Investigating the biochemical association of gestational diabetes mellitus with dyslipidemia and hemoglobin.” Frontiers in Medicine, Sec. Obstetrics and Gynecology, 2023. IF: 3.9. DOI: 10.3389/fmed.2023.1242939.
[4] Sibgha Noureen, Kanwal Rehman, and Muhammad Sajid Hamid Akash. “Natural Immunity Boosters as Therapeutic Interventions in the Era of the COVID-19 Pandemic.” Endocrine, Metabolic & Immune Disorders-Drug Targets, 2022. IF: 2.47. DOI: 10.2174/1871530322666220110113028.
[5] Ayesha Aslam, Shahid Shah, Ghulam Abbas, Anees Ur Rehman, Tauqeer Hussain Malhi, Nasser Hadal Alotaibi, Abdulaziz Ibrahim Alzarea, Muhammad Fawad Rasool, Haris Khurram, Sibgha Noureen, Muhammad Talha Saeed Bokhari. “Assessment of health-related quality of life in hypertensive hemodialysis patients.” PeerJ, 2022. IF: 2.9. DOI: 10.7717/peerj.12690.
[6] Shahid SHAH, Muhammad Masood AHMED, Mahmood-ur-RAHMAN, Zunera CHAUDHRY, Ayesha ASLAM, Naveed NISAR, Ghulam ABBAS, Haris KHURRAM, Ayesha MUKHTAR, Sibgha NOUREEN, Nimra ZULFIQAR. “Utilization of Self-Medication, Prescription Medication, and Herbal Remedies During Pregnancy in Punjab, Pakistan.” Latin American Journal of Pharmacy, 2021. IF: 0.24. Available at: Link.
[7] Shahid Shah, Ghulam Abbas, Zunera Chauhdary, Ayesha Aslam, Anees Ur Rehman, Haris Khurram, Sibgha Noureen, Usman Rashid Chand, Muhammad Haseeb Younis, Umar Zulfiqar. “Antibiotic use: A cross-sectional survey assessing the knowledge, attitudes, and practices amongst students of Punjab, Pakistan.” Journal of American College Health, 2021. IF: 2.39. DOI: 10.1080/07448481.2020.1865984.
[8] Shahid SHAH, Ghulam ABBAS, Anees ur REHMAN, Zunera CHAUHDARY, Saba JAVED, Ayesha ASLAM, Muhammad A. SHAH, Muhammad RASHID KHAN, Ayesha KAZMI, Sibgha NOUREEN. “Exploring the Knowledge and Self-Prescription with Antibiotics in Punjab, Pakistan.” Latin American Journal of Pharmacy, 2022. IF: 0.24. Available at: Link.