Contact information

Email: irfanirshad@uvas.edu.pk
Cell: 0333-4931031
Dr. Irfan Irshad

Associate Professor / Chairman

DVM (UVAS), M.Sc (PU), M.Phil (UVAS), Ph.D. (Scholar)- (UVAS).

Biography

Dr. Irfan Irshad is serving as Associate Professor in the Department of Pathology and Director of the Institute of Continuing Education & Extension (ICE&E) at UVAS, Ravi Campus, Pattoki. He earned his Ph.D. in Pathology from UVAS with a focus on the pathogenesis and tissue tropism of avian co-infections (H9N2 and Newcastle Disease Virus).

With over 18 years of academic and administrative experience, Dr. Irshad has played a vital role in teaching, research, curriculum development, and institutional management. He has taught a wide range of subjects to diploma, undergraduate, and postgraduate students, including Clinical Pathology, Immunopathology, Poultry Pathology, and Livestock Extension Education.

Area of Interest

  • Avian pathology and co-infection models
  • Immunopathology and diagnostic pathology
  • Poultry disease control and vaccine efficacy
  • Molecular diagnostics and tissue tropism
  • Capacity-building through vocational and technical training

Publications

Awards and Honors

Awarded Indigenous Ph.D. Scholarship by the Higher Education Commission (HEC), Pakistan

Recognition for outstanding training contributions by NAVTTC and PSDF

Postgraduate Supervision

Supervisor: 1 M.Phil. scholar (completed)

Member of supervisory committees for multiple M.Phil. students

Professional and Administrative Contributions

  • Developed and implemented curriculum for Livestock Associate Degree and Livestock Assistant Diploma programs
  • Organized and served as a resource person in training programs funded by NAVTTC, PSDF, and NRSP
  • Provided diagnostic services in pathology and post-mortem from 2010 to 2015
  • Served on key university committees including admissions, convocation, estate management, and academic

Extra-Curricular Activities (Trainings Organized / Worked as Resource Person *)

Dr. Irfan Irshad has actively contributed to national capacity-building initiatives through the organization and delivery of professional training programs. He has served as both an organizer and resource person in over *50 training programs* at UVAS Ravi Campus, funded by agencies such as:

  • Punjab Skills Development Fund (PSDF)
  • *National Vocational & Technical Training Commission (NAVTTC)*
  • *DOABA Foundation*
  • *Former Development Organization*
  • *National Rural Support Program (NRSP)*

Training Topics Include: *

  • Artificial Insemination Technician Courses
  • Village Veterinary Worker Trainings
  • Dairy Herd Management
  • Veterinary and Dairy Assistant Programs
  • Community Livestock Extension Worker Training
  • Poultry Farm Management

Special Contributions:*

  • Trainings under Kamyab Jawan High-Tech/High-End Program
  • Technical TOT (Training of Trainers) workshops
  • Multiple sessions in PMYSDP batches (2020–2024)

Co-Curricular / Administrative Experience*

Dr. Irshad has held several *administrative and advisory roles* at UVAS, reflecting his leadership and commitment to academic operations:

Key Roles:*

  • *Director, ICE\&E* (from March 20, 2024 – present)
  • *Class Incharge / Academic Advisor* for Livestock Assistant Diploma (2019–2022)
  • *Member, Admissions Committees* for:
  • Livestock Assistant Diploma (LAD)
  • Livestock Associate Degree programs (2015–2025 sessions)
  • *Member, Convocation Robes and Costume Committee* (2011–2018)
  • *Member, Auction Committee* for obsolete items (2012 – ongoing)
  • *Organizer, Milad-un-Nabi, Iqbal Day, and Annual Sports Galas* (2015–2020)
  • *Member, Estate Management Assistance* (2012–2014)