Dr. Faiz-ul Hassan
Professor
Department of Breeding & Genetics — Faculty of Animal Production & Technology
Biography
Prof. Dr. Faiz-ul-Hassan is a distinguished animal scientist specializing in animal breeding and genetics, genomics, nutrigenomics, and sustainable livestock production. He obtained his B.Sc. (Hons.) and M.Sc. (Hons.) in Animal Husbandry and Animal Breeding and Genetics, respectively, from the University of Agriculture, Faisalabad, where he also completed his Ph.D. in Animal Breeding and Genetics in 2012. He subsequently undertook postdoctoral research in nutrigenomics at the Guangxi Buffalo Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, China.
With over two decades of academic and research experience, his work focuses on livestock genetic improvement, molecular genomics, indigenous animal genetic resources, rumen microbiome, methane mitigation, and climate-resilient animal production. He has contributed to research projects involving indigenous cattle, Beetal goats, and Rohi chicken, including the development of poultry resources adapted to Cholistan. His international research experience includes scientific training and collaborations in the United Kingdom and China.
Prof. Dr. Hassan has authored more than 100 scientific publications and contributed to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, research supervision, and academic administration. Through his research and leadership, he aims to advance genomics-based livestock improvement, sustainable animal production, and the conservation and utilization of Pakistan’s indigenous livestock genetic resources.
Research interests
1. How epigenetic changes affect performance and health in farm animals
2. Rumen metagenomics to modulate rumen fermentation to mitigate methane emanation
3. Exploring genotype-nutrient interaction for modulation of growth performance
4. Identifying genetic signature of selection to environmental challenge in indigenous tropical livestock
5. Identification of candidate genes for performance traits in farm animals
6. Genomic characterization of diversity for improved utilization and conservation of animal genetic resources
Educational information
| Year | Degree | Board / University |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Ph.D Animal Breeding & Genetics | University of Agriculture, Faisalabad, Pakistan |
| 2004 | M.Sc.(Hons) Animal Breeding & Genetics | University of Agriculture, Faisalabad, Pakistan |
| 2001 | BSc. (Hons.) Animal Husbandry | University of Agriculture, Faisalabad, Pakistan |
Academic experience
| From | To | Post held | Organisation |
|---|---|---|---|
| May, 2004 | March, 2008 | Lecturer on contract basis | University of Agriculture, Faisalabad, Pakistan |
| March, 2008 | December, 2022 | Lecturer (Regular) | University of Agriculture, Faisalabad, Pakistan |
| December 2022 | to date | Professor | University of Agriculture, Faisalabad, Pakistan |
Publications
- — Ancient introgression drives wild boar expansion and phenotypic diversification of domestic pigs, Science2026
- — Role of PI3K gene family as a molecular hub for regulation of growth and immunity: Potential implications for sustainable poultry production, Poultry Science2026
- — Using herbal plants in broiler diets with special reference to coriander, garlic, cumin, fennel, and yarrow: toward sustainable broiler production, World's Poultry Science Journal2026
- — Methyl coenzyme M reductase as a target for inhibition of methanogenesis in ruminants: challenges and opportunities, Frontiers in Microbiology2026
- — Postbiotics and Parabiotics: A Viable Health Promoting Alternative for Poultry Industry—A Comprehensive Review, Probiotics and Antimicrobial Proteins2026
- — Isolation and characterisation of Enterococcus faecium from camel milk and its potential use for value addition of functional yoghurt, International Journal of Food Science and Technology2025
- — Heat stress in riverine buffaloes: regulatory mechanism, physiological changes, production and reproductive performance, and mitigation strategies, International Journal of Biometeorology2025
- — Comparing Fertility Outcomes of Washed and Unwashed Cryopreserved Semen in Beetal Goat Through Artificial Insemination, Pakistan Journal of Agricultural Sciences2025
- — In Silico Identification of Novel Compounds as Anthelmintics Against Haemonchus contortus Through Inhibiting β-Tubulin Isotype 1 and Glutathione S-Transferase, Animals2025
- — Fermented banana feed and nanoparticles: a new eco-friendly, cost-effective potential green approach for poultry industry, Poultry Science2025
- — Nutrigenomic Potential of Mineral Nano‐Particles to Modulate Poultry Health and Performance, Journal of Animal Physiology and Animal Nutrition2025
- — In Vitro Evaluation of Ruminal Digestibility, Fermentation Characteristics, and Bacterial Diversity of Kenaf Crop at Various Cutting Heights, Veterinary Sciences2025
- — Changes in fecal microbiota of dairy cows with and without endometritis, BMC Veterinary Research2025
- — Nutraceutical potential of essential oils in dairy animal diets: challenges and opportunities, Proceedings of the Indian National Science Academy2025
- — Fibrolytic Enzymes and Lactic Acid Bacteria Improve the Ensiling Characteristics of Ramie and Elephant Grass Mixed Silage, Agriculture2024
- — Genomic characterization, phylogenetic and expression analysis of foraging gene in Apis mellifera, Gene2024
- — In silico analysis of polyphenols modulate bovine PPARγ to increase milk fat synthesis in dairy cattle via the MAPK signaling pathways, Journal of Animal Science2024
- — Multi-omics strategy reveals potential role of antimicrobial resistance and virulence factor genes responsible for Simmental diarrheic calves caused by Escherichia coli, mSystems2024
- — Identification of phytochemicals as putative ligands for the targeted modulation of peroxisome proliferator‐activated receptor α (PPARα) in animals, Journal of Biomolecular Structure and Dynamics2024
- — Evaluation of phytochemicals from Thymus serpyllum as potential drug candidates to manage oxidative stress in transition dairy cows, Journal of Biomolecular Structure and Dynamics2024
- — Potential of dietary hemp and cannabinoids to modulate immune response to enhance health and performance in animals: opportunities and challenges, Frontiers in Immunology2023
- — The global spread of human monkeypox virus: Challenges and opportunities for prevention, Vacunas (English Edition)2023
- — Genome-Wide Identification, Evolutionary and Mutational Analysis of the Buffalo Sox Gene Family, Animals2023
- — Genetic variants of CSN1S1, CSN2, CSN3, and BLG genes and their association with dairy production traits in Sahiwal cattle and Nili-Ravi buffaloes, Animal Biotechnology2023
- — Whole-genome SNP markers reveal runs of homozygosity in indigenous cattle breeds of Pakistan, Animal Biotechnology2023
- — An updated review on behavior of domestic quail with reference to the negative effect of heat stress, Animal Biotechnology2023
- — Role of Yeast and Yeast-Derived Products as Feed Additives in Broiler Nutrition, Animal Biotechnology2023
- — Comparative Genomic Characterization of Relaxin Peptide Family in Cattle and Buffalo, BioMed Research International2022
- — Applications of butyric acid in poultry production: the dynamics of gut health, performance, nutrient utilization, egg quality, and osteoporosis, Animal Health Research Reviews2022
- — In ovo delivery of nutraceuticals improves health status and production performance of poultry birds: a review, World's Poultry Science Journal2022
- — De Novo Transcriptome Dataset Generation of the Swamp Buffalo Brain and Non-Brain Tissues, BioMed Research International2022
- — Molecular Characterization of TGF-Beta Gene Family in Buffalo to Identify Gene Duplication and Functional Mutations, Genes2022
- — Differential Effects of Natural Grazing and Feedlot Feeding on Yak Fecal Microbiota, Frontiers in Veterinary Science2022
- — Cysteamine administration in lambs grazing on mountain pastures: Effects on the body weight, antioxidant capacity, thyroid hormones and growth hormone secretion, Veterinary Medicine and Science2022
- — Genome-wide analysis of runs of homozygosity in Italian Mediterranean buffalo, Journal of Dairy Science2022
- — Phylogenetic Relationship among Indigenous Cattle Breeds of Pakistan Based on RAPD Markers, Pakistan Journal of Zoology2022
- — Effect of Hydrogen-Consuming Compounds on In Vitro Ruminal Fermentation, Fatty Acids Profile, and Microbial Community in Water Buffalo, Current Microbiology2022
- — Effect of azomite on growth performance, nutrient utilization, serum biochemical index and bone mineralization of broilers fed low protein diet, Italian Journal of Animal Science2021
- — Supplementation of Bile Acids and Lipase in Broiler Diets for Better Nutrient Utilization and Performance: Potential Effects and Future Implications – A Review, Annals of Animal Science2021
- — Thermal Comfort Index for Lactating Water Buffaloes under Hot and Humid Climate, Animals2021
- — Physiological, oxidative and metabolic responses of lactating water buffaloes to tropical climate of South China, Veterinary Medicine and Science2021
- — The potential mechanistic insights and future implications for the effect of prebiotics on poultry performance, gut microbiome, and intestinal morphology, Poultry Science2021
- — Comparative Genomic Characterization of Buffalo Fibronectin Type III Domain Proteins: Exploring the Novel Role of FNDC5/Irisin as a Ligand of Gonadal Receptors, Biology2021
- — The Potential of Toll-Like Receptors to Modulate Avian Immune System: Exploring the Effects of Genetic Variants and Phytonutrients, Frontiers in Genetics2021
- — Role of Peroxisome Proliferator-Activated Receptors (PPARs) in Energy Homeostasis of Dairy Animals: Exploiting Their Modulation through Nutrigenomic Interventions, International Journal of Molecular Sciences2021
- — Dietary treatment with omega fatty acids mediates in vitro rumen fermentation kinetics and reduce methane emission in water buffalo, Tropical Journal of Pharmaceutical Research2021
- — Consequences of herbal mixture supplementation on milk performance, ruminal fermentation, and bacterial diversity in water buffaloes, PeerJ2021
- — Physiological role of Arginine in growth performance, gut health and immune response in broilers: a review, World's Poultry Science Journal2021
- — Gut microbiome colonization and development in neonatal ruminants: Strategies, prospects, and opportunities, Animal Nutrition2021
- — Nanominerals: Fabrication Methods, Benefits and Hazards, and Their Applications in Ruminants with Special Reference to Selenium and Zinc Nanoparticles, Animals2021
- — Whole-Genome Sequencing and Characterization of Buffalo Genetic Resources: Recent Advances and Future Challenges, Animals2021
- — Comparative Genomics, Evolutionary and Gene Regulatory Regions Analysis of Casein Gene Family in Bubalus bubalis, Frontiers in Genetics2021
- — The Feasibility of Using Yellow Mealworms (Tenebrio molitor): Towards a Sustainable Aquafeed Industry, Animals2021
- — Copper Nanoparticles as Growth Promoter, Antioxidant and Anti-Bacterial Agents in Poultry Nutrition: Prospects and Future Implication, Biological Trace Element Research2021
- — Revisiting the Effects of Different Dietary Sources of Selenium on the Health and Performance of Dairy Animals: a Review, Biological Trace Element Research2021
- — Genomic analysis of arginine vasopressin gene in riverine buffalo reveals its potential association with silent estrus behavior, Molecular Biology Reports2020
- — Polymorphic status and phylogenetic analysis of myostatin gene in pak-thoroughbred, Genetika2020
- — Phytogenic Additives Can Modulate Rumen Microbiome to Mediate Fermentation Kinetics and Methanogenesis Through Exploiting Diet-Microbe Interaction, Frontiers in Veterinary Science2020
- — Genomic Identification, Evolution and Sequence Analysis of the Heat-Shock Protein Gene Family in Buffalo, Genes2020
- — Potential of Mulberry Leaf Biomass and Its Flavonoids to Improve Production and Health in Ruminants: Mechanistic Insights and Prospects, Animals2020
- — Biotechnological approaches to the production of plant-derived promising anticancer agents: An update and overview, Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy2020
- — Phytogenic Additives Can Modulate Rumen Microbiome to Mediate Fermentation Kinetics and Methanogenesis Through Exploiting Diet–Microbe Interaction, Frontiers in Veterinary Science2020
- — Nutraceutical role of selenium nanoparticles in poultry nutrition: a review, World's Poultry Science Journal2020
- — Camelina sativa L. Oil Mitigates Enteric in vitro Methane Production, Modulates Ruminal Fermentation, and Ruminal Bacterial Diversity in Buffaloes, Frontiers in Veterinary Science2020
- — A Mixed Phytogenic Modulates the Rumen Bacteria Composition and Milk Fatty Acid Profile of Water Buffaloes, Frontiers in Veterinary Science2020
- — Seasonal Dynamics of Physiological, Oxidative and Metabolic Responses in Non-lactating Nili-Ravi Buffaloes Under Hot and Humid Climate, Frontiers in Veterinary Science2020
- — Mulberry Leaf Flavonoids Improve Milk Production, Antioxidant, and Metabolic Status of Water Buffaloes, Frontiers in Veterinary Science2020
- — Moringa Oleifera Oil Modulates Rumen Microflora to Mediate In Vitro Fermentation Kinetics and Methanogenesis in Total Mix Rations, Current Microbiology2020
- — The multifunctional activity of water‐soluble peptides’ extract of Domiati cheese during accelerated ripening by Neutrase, Journal of Food Processing and Preservation2020
- — Nano-particles of Trace Minerals in Poultry Nutrition: Potential Applications and Future Prospects, Biological Trace Element Research2020
- — In Vitro Evaluation of Moringa Whole Seed Cake as a Feed Ingredient to Abate Methane Emission from Ruminants, International Journal of Agriculture and Biology2019
- — Curcumin as an Alternative Epigenetic Modulator: Mechanism of Action and Potential Effects, Frontiers in Genetics2019
- — Prospects of HSP70 as a genetic marker for thermo-tolerance and immuno-modulation in animals under climate change scenario, Animal Nutrition2019
- — Genetic Diversity among some Horse Breeds in Pakistan, Pakistan Journal of Zoology2019
- — Health benefits and potential applications of anthocyanins in poultry feed industry, World's Poultry Science Journal2018
- — Prospects of royal jelly as a potential natural feed additive in poultry diets, World's Poultry Science Journal2018
- — Effect of natural growth promoters on immunity, and biochemical and haematological parameters of broiler chickens, Tropical Journal of Pharmaceutical Research2018
- — Influence of Graded Levels of l-Theanine Dietary Supplementation on Growth Performance, Carcass Traits, Meat Quality, Organs Histomorphometry, Blood Chemistry and Immune Response of Broiler Chickens, International Journal of Molecular Sciences2018
- — Lycopene: a natural antioxidant for prevention of heat-induced oxidative stress in poultry, World's Poultry Science Journal2018
- — Reconsidering betaine as a natural anti-heat stress agent in poultry industry: a review, Tropical Animal Health and Production2017
- — Prospects and challenges for the conservation of farm animal genomic resources, 2015-2025, Frontiers in Genetics2015
- — Performance of crossbred dairy cattle at military dairy farms in Pakistan, Journal of Animal and Plant Sciences2013
- — Genetic control and association among economic traits in Sahiwal Cattle: a review, Journal of Animal and Plant Sciences2013
- — Serum progesterone and estradiol-17β profiles in Nili Ravi buffaloes (Bubalus bubalis) with and without dystocia, PAKISTAN VETERINARY JOURNAL2012
- — Prediction of standard lactation milk yield from completed lactations of longer duration in cattle and buffaloes, Pakistan Veterinary Journal2012
- — BREEDING BUFFALOES IN GENOMICS ERA - ISSUES OF RECORDING AND EVALUATION, Journal of Animal and Plant Sciences2012
- — Days Open and Seasonality of Calving in Buffaloes and Cattle in Pakistan, Pakistan Journal of Zoology2009
- — Seasonality of calving in Nili-Ravi buffaloes, purebred Sahiwal and crossbred cattle in Pakistan, Italian Journal of Animal Science2007
- — Genetic control of milk yield from lactations of different duration in Nili-Ravi buffaloes, Archives Animal Breeding2007
- — Selection of Sahiwal Cattle Bulls on Pedigree and Progeny, Asian-Australasian Journal of Animal Sciences2007
- — PREDICTION OF LACTATION YIELD FROM LAST-RECORD DAY AND AVERAGE DAILY YIELD IN NILI-RAVI BUFFALOES, Pakistan Veterinary Journal2005
Awards
| Year | Awarding organisation | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Ministry of Science and Technology, China | Two Year Postdoctoral Fellowship Under Talented Young Scientist Program (TYSP) at Gunagxi Buffalo Research Institute, CAAS, Nanning, hina |
| 2014 | Nottingham University, UK | Nottingham International Visiting Fellowship For 3 Months |
| 2009 | EFS-USDA | Five-Month Training Fellowship at Newcastle University, Newcastle Upon Tyne, UK |
| 2001 | University of Agriculture, Faisalabad, Pakistan | First position Gold Medal in BSc.(Hons.) Animal Husbandry |
| 2001 | University of Agriculture, Faisalabad, Pakistan | University merit scholarship for 4 years of BSc(Hons) AH |
Professional memberships
| Organisation | Membership type | Since |
|---|---|---|
| Pakistan Animal Science Association | Life Member | 2023 |
| Pakistan Veterinary Medical Council | Registered Animal Husbandry Faculty | 2026 |
Courses taught
| Code | Course title | Programme | Credit hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| ANBG-505 | Animal Breeding and Genetics-II | DVM | 3(2-1) |
| ANBG-501 | Utilization and Conservation of Animal Genetic Resources | BS Animal Sciences | 3(2-1) |
| ANBG-704 | Breeding of Farm Animals | M. Phil Animal Breeding & Genetics | 3(2-1) |
Supervisions
| Title | From | To | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| GENOMIC IDENTIFICATION AND FUNCTIONAL ANALYSIS OF PHOSPHOINOSITIDE 3-KINASE GENE FAMILY IN CHICKEN | Fall 2023 | Fall 2025 | M.Phil. supervision |
| GENOME-WIDE CHARACTERIZATION, EVOLUTION, AND MUTATIONAL ANALYSIS OF THE KINESIN PROTEIN FAMILY IN BUFFALO | Fall 2023 | Fall 2025 | M.Phil. supervision |
| PHENOTYPIC CHARACTERIZATION OF CHOLISTANI SHEEP | Fall 2023 | Fall 2025 | M.Phil. supervision |
| COMPARATIVE EFFECT OF PROBIOTICS AND COMBINATION OF PROBIOTICS WITH ENZYMES ON GROWTH PERFORMANCE, HEMATOLOGY, AND IMMUNE RESPONSE OF BROILER CHICKEN | Fall 2021 | Fall, 2023 | M.Phil. supervision |
| COMPARATIVE EFFECT OF DIFFERENT TOXIN BINDERS ON GROWTH PERFORMANCE, IMMUNE RESPONSE AND LIVER INDICES OF BROILERS | Fall 2024 | Spring 2026 | M.Phil. supervision |
University services
| From | To | Role | Committee / body |
|---|---|---|---|
| December 2022 | date | Chairman | Department of Breeding & Genetics |
| March 2023 | March 2026 | Dean | Faculty of Animal Production & Technology |
| January 12, 2024 | August 2026 | Director | Semen Production Unit, CUVAS, Bahawalpur |
Books and chapters
| Year | Title | Publisher | Your role |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Emulsifiers and their applications in farm animals (Organic Feed Additives for Livestock) | Academic Press, Elsevier | Chapter Author |
| 2025 | Chapter 14 - Chelates and organic minerals | Academic Press, Elsevier | Chapter Author |
| 2025 | Chapter 13 - Yeast and its derivatives in animal and fish nutrition | Academic Press, Elsevier | Chapter Author |
| 2022 | Interplay of Nutrition and Genomics: Potential for Improving Performance and Health of Poultry | Lausanne: Frontiers Media SA | Editor |
| 2022 | Use of Cinnamon and its Derivatives in Poultry Nutrition | Bentham Science Publishers, UAE | Chapter Author |
| 2021 | Introduction to Molecular Genomics | Bentham Science Publishers, UAE | Editor |
| 2018 | The Punjab Agricultural Policy (by lqrar Ahmad Khan) | CRC Press, Florida, USA | Chapter Author |
| 2008 | Health and Husbandry of Dairy Animals | Pak TM Printer, Faisalabad | Chapter Author |
Research funding
| Year | Funding agency | Project | Amount (PKR) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Higher Education Commission (HEC), Pakistan | Development of Customized SNP Chip for Genomic Selection and Targeted Genetic Improvement of Cholistani Cattle | 6,700,000 |
| 2025 | Punjab Agricultural Research Board (PARB) | PARB Project No. 25-264. Development of high nutritive, Climate resilient Sorghum genotypes by adoption of Brown Midrib (BMR) germplasm to Enhance Meat and Milk Productivity in Punjab. Team Leader | 3,500,000 |
| 2022 | Punjab Agricultural Research Board (PARB) | Development of Rohi Chicken for Cholistan | 34,00,0000 |
| 2018 | Higher Education Commission (HEC), Pakistan | Genomic assisted prediction of genetic values for economic traits in Sahiwal cattle of Pakistan | 6,930,000 |
| 2016 | GEF-UNEP-ILRI FAnGR Asia Project | Genomic Characterization of Indigenous Pakistani Goats Using High Density SNP Markers | — |
| 2015 | Guangxi Buffalo Research Institute, CAAS, Nanning, China | Role of amino acid metabolism in modulation of ruminal microbiome diversity, metagenomic functional profile and subsequent changes in rumen fermentation and methanogenesis | 20,000 RMB |
| 2014 | University of Nottingham, UK | Characterization of signature of positive selection in Ethiopian village chicken | — |
| 2014 | Endowment Fund, UAF | Improvement of Beetal Goats and Indigenous Chicken through Availability of Superior Sires (Co-PI) | 5,587,000 |
| 2009 | Higher Education Commission (HEC), Pakistan | Development of a new breed of chicken for backyard poultry rearing-Phase-I (Co-PI) | 7,800,000 |
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