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Shinwari got Ph.D. from Kyoto University. He served WWF-Pakistan, COMSTECH, Vice Chancellor of Kohat University of Science & Technology. One of his major achievements is to extend higher education facilities to the neglected communities of Pakistan especially to female. He is the founder of KUST Institute of Medical Sciences (KIMS). Dr. Shinwari also served private sector as CEO of Qarshi Industries and Vice Chancellor Qarshi University-Lahore. He was tenured Professor and Dean of Faculty in Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad and President, National Council of Tibb. Also served as fellow and Secretary General, Pakistan Academy of Sciences, IAS. Remained Vice Chair UNESCO-COMEST.

Shinwari reported genes for drought, cold, and stress tolerance. His publications: 9 books authored; 8 international proceedings edited; 475 research articles; 16505 citations; H index 65, i10-index 278; has mentored more than 100 M.Phil & PhD students; Patents 3. Research Presented/Invited Lectures Delivered (451 including national and International). Member, National/International Scientific Bodies (65); Grants/Funds Secured (60)

 

Government of Pakistan awarded him two civil awards (Tamgha-e-Imtiaz) in 2012 and Sitara-e-Imtiaz in 2018. While recognizing his efforts in Ethics in Science and Technology UNESCO awarded him (Avicenna Gold Medal in 2015).