The Department of Plant Pathology proudly announces that Prof. Dr. Amna Shoaib (Chairperson) and Dr. Ghanwa Riaz (MS Student) have been granted Pakistan Patent No. 144446 (2025) for their invention titled “Biocidal Composition for Controlling Collar Rot Disease in Chili Plants.
The worthy Vice Chancellor, Director ORIC Prof. Dr. Aqil Inam, and Deputy Director ORIC Prof. Dr. Ghazala Yasmeen Butt congratulated the entire team on this significant achievement. They recognized the patent as a major contribution to sustainable agriculture and innovative plant disease management.
Additionally, Dr. Tariq Manzoor from the Department of Plant Pathology accompanied the team during the patent acknowledgement meeting and was appreciated for his support and presence.
This patented biocidal composition represents a significant step forward in eco-friendly crop protection, highlighting the department’s continued excellence in agricultural research, innovation, and commitment to national food security.