Research Focus
Translating Molecular Insight into Agricultural Resilience
Prof. Khan’s work has addressed some of the most persistent viral threats affecting crops. By combining fundamental virology with applied biotechnology, his research has contributed to practical strategies for disease management and sustainable cultivation.
Viral Disease Resistance
Strategies to combat cotton leaf curl disease and related viral complexes.
Small RNA & Gene Regulation
Exploring microRNA and RNA interference mechanisms in plant defense.
Molecular Detection Systems
Development of rapid diagnostic tools for accurate identification of plant viral infections.
Plant–Virus Interaction Studies
Investigating host–pathogen interactions to understand viral adaptation and plant defense.
EXPLORE SCHOLARLY IMPACT
Academic Dialogue & Research Visibility
Prof. Khan’s research spans plant virology, genome editing, RNA interference, and molecular diagnostics.
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Research Perspectives
Prof. Khan’s writings reflect on developments in plant virology, biotechnology, and scientific research. These essays offer perspective on evolving challenges in agriculture and molecular science.
SCHOLARLY CONTRIBUTIONS
Research & Innovation
Patents
Research extending beyond publication into practical and translational outcomes.
amiRNA-Mediated Tolerance to Cotton Leaf Curl Disease in Cotton
INVENTORS
Jawaid Ahmad Khan, Masnad Khan
Application No.
202411100265
Publication Date
03 January 2025
Compositions and Methods for Controlling Cotton Leaf Curl Disease Using Synthetic amiR2949a
INVENTORS
Jawaid Ahmad Khan, Masnad Khan
Application No.
202511097237
Publication Date
05 December 2025
Some Publications
Selected peer-reviewed contributions in plant virology and molecular biotechnology.
shabnam, sardar meryam, Khan J.A. (2024)
Foliar Spray Formulation for Control of Cotton Leaf Curl Multan Virus
Published
Bano H., Khan J.A. (2024)
RT-LAMP for rapid detection of viruses infecting patchouli.
Archives of Microbiology
Khan M., Sharma D., Ara H., Khan J.A. (2024)
Efficient transformation protocol in Gossypium hirsutum.
Journal of Plant Science Research
Noorani M.S., Khan J.A. (2023)
Whole-genome characterization of PNRSV.
Scientific Reports
Noorani M.S., Khan J.A. (2023)
Small RNA-mediated begomoviral resistance in plants.
Academic Press
Prof. Jawaid Ahmad Khan 