Profile summary

Ms. Nitasha Naheed is a dedicated lecturer in the Department of Computing at Shifa Tameer-e-Millat University, Islamabad, and a PhD scholar in Mathematics at COMSATS University Islamabad. She completed her MS in Mathematics from COMSATS University with the highest CGPA, and her research specializes in analytical and computational fluid mechanics, focusing on electroosmotic-modulated peristaltic transport, variable fluid properties, microchannel flows, and drug delivery systems. Her work integrates mathematical modeling with AI-based computational techniques, including Artificial Neural Networks and Data-Driven Approaches, to improve predictive accuracy and deepen understanding of complex fluid behaviors. She has published eight research articles in reputable international journals, with several more under review or in progress. Ms. Nitasha has represented her research internationally, notably at the Heidelberg Laureate Forum (HLF) 2025, Germany, where she was selected for one of 30 international poster flash presentation spots and delivered a 2-minute research presentation. At Shifa University, she actively contributes to teaching, curriculum development, and student mentorship, fostering analytical thinking, computational skills, and research excellence. She also coordinates student sports and co-curricular activities, promoting leadership, teamwork, and holistic development. Her career reflects a strong commitment to academic excellence, innovative research, and youth empowerment, combining technical expertise with a passion for contributing to the scientific community.

Qualification

Degree	Field	Institution	Year
Ph.D.	Mathematics	COMSATS University, Islamabad, Pakistan	In Progress
M.S.	Mathematics	COMSATS University, Islamabad, Pakistan	2022
B.S.	Mathematics	International Islamic University, Islamabad, Pakistan	2020

Teaching experience

Position	Institution	Duration
Lecturer	Shifa Tameer-e-Millat University, Islamabad	Since 2022
Visiting Lecturer	Air University, Islamabad	2023
Lecturer	Indus group of colleges affiliated with University of Punjab, Kahuta	2022-2023
Lecturer	International Institute of Professional Studies (IIPS), Kahuta	2020-2021

Professional experience

Position	Organization	Duration
Research Assistant	COMSATS University, Islamabad, Pakistan.	Since 2021

Management experience

Position	Institution	Duration
Academic & Research Coordinator	COMSATS University, Islamabad	2020-2022
Seminar & Workshop Management Volunteer	International Islamic University, Islamabad	2016-2020

Honors & awards

No.	Award
1.	MS Mathematics, COMSATS University Islamabad – Graduated with highest CGPA in cohort (3.94/4.0), securing first position in the program.
2.	BS Mathematics, International Islamic University Islamabad – Graduated with academic distinction, CGPA 3.87/4.0.
3.	Fully funded scholarship to attend the Heidelberg Laureate Forum (HLF) 2025, Germany – Selected for one of only 30 international poster flash presentation spots; delivered a 2-minute research presentation on electroosmotic-modulated peristaltic transport.
4.	Selected among 28 international participants for participation in the Intercultural Science Art Project in 12th Heidelberg Laureate Forum, Germany, recognizing creativity and interdisciplinary contributions integrating science, mathematics, and art.
5.	Presented and discussed a research poster with internationally distinguished scientists, including Nobel Laureates and Turing Award winners, during the 12th Heidelberg Laureate Forum.
6.	Awarded Merit-Based Scholarship throughout undergraduate studies based on outstanding academic performance, securing a perfect 4.00/4.00 GPA in 6 out of 8 semesters during the BS program.
7.	Selected for the Prime Minister’s Laptop Scheme in recognition of excellent academic achievements and consistent outstanding performance.

Research areas / interests

No.	Research Area / Interest
1.	Analytical & Computational Fluid Mechanics
2.	Electroosmotic-Modulated Peristaltic Transport
3.	Artificial Neural Networks (ANNs)
4.	Data-Driven Modeling
5.	Heat & Mass Transfer in Porous Media
6.	Mathematical Modeling & Numerical Simulations
7.	Computational Fluid Dynamics
8.	Non-Newtonian Fluid Mechanics
9.	Nanofluid Dynamics
10.	Magnetohydrodynamics
11.	Transport Phenomena
12.	Biomedical Flow Modeling

Research Supervision

No.	Level	Title
1.	MS	Forced convection analysis of Williamson-based magnetized hybrid nanofluid flow through a porous medium: Non-similar Modeling
2.	MS	Numerical Study of Non-Similar Bioconvective Flow near a Stretching Surface with Viscous Dissipation and Radiation Effects
3.	MS	Non-similar bioconvective analysis of ternary-hybrid nanofluid over a heated surface
4.	MS	Computational and AI-Based Analysis of Mixed Convective Maxwell Hybrid Nanofluid Flow with Cross-Diffusion Effects in Porous Media
5.	MS	Analysis of Magnetohydrodynamic Boundary Layer Nanofluid Flow under Joule Heating and Viscous Dissipation Effects
6.	MS	Comparative Study of Supervised Machine Learning Models for Anti-Money Laundering Applications
7.	MS	Machine Learning-Based Analysis of Eye Disease Images for Early Diagnosis

Journal publications

No.	Title
1.	Naheed, N., Noreen, S., & Afridi, M. I. (2025). Investigation on variable properties in thermo-electroosmotic peristaltic flow. Case Studies in Thermal Engineering, 70, 106049.
2.	Naheed, N., Zia, F., & Riaz, M. B. (2025). Coupled Magneto-Bioconvective Dynamics of Eyring–Powell Ternary Hybrid Nanofluids through Porous Media: A Neural Network-Based Predictive Approach. International Journal of Thermo-fluids, 101406.
3.	Riaz, S., Naheed, N., Farooq, U., Lu, D., & Hussain, M. (2023). Non-similar investigation of magnetized boundary layer flow of nanofluid with the effects of Joule heating, viscous dissipation and heat source/sink. Journal of Magnetism and Magnetic Materials, 574, 170707.
4.	Cui, J., Naheed, N., Farooq, U., Hussain, M., & Sheremet, M. (2022). Non-similar analysis of nanofluids flows under the consequences of mixed convection with Lorentz forces over stretching/shrinking surface. Journal of Engineering Thermo-physics, 31(4), 704-719.
5.	Zia, F., Iqbal, J., Naheed, N., & Alam, M. M. (2025). AI-powered analysis of thermally magnetized EMHD Casson hybrid nanofluid. Case Studies in Thermal Engineering, 106812.
6.	Farooq, U., Fatima, A., Naheed, N., & Hussain, M. (2025). Non-similar analysis of bioconvective stagnation-point flow toward a stretching surface in the presence of buoyancy force, viscous dissipation, and thermal radiation. Numerical Heat Transfer, Part B: Fundamentals, 86(4), 1035-1053.
7.	Cui, J., Zia, F., Farooq, U., Hussain, M., & Naheed, N., (2025). Non‐similar bioconvective analysis of ternary‐hybrid nanofluid over a heated surface. ZAMM‐Journal of Applied Mathematics and Mechanics/Zeitschrift für Angewandte Mathematik und Mechanik, 105(11), e70263.
8.	Farooq, U., Safeer, M., Cui, J., Hussain, M., & Naheed, N. (2025). Forced convection analysis of Williamson-based magnetized hybrid nano fluid flow through a porous medium: non-similar modeling. Numerical Heat Transfer, Part B: Fundamentals, 86(4), 1018-1034.
9.	Naheed, N., Zia, F., & Riaz, M. B. (2026). AI-Assisted Modeling of Heat and Mass transfer in Mixed Convective Maxwell Hybrid Nanofluids with Cross-Diffusion Effects in Porous Media. Results in Engineering, 109563.
10.	Naheed, N., Noreen, S. (2026). Non-Linear Electroosmotic Peristaltic Flow of Bingham-Papanastasiou Fluids with Variable Characteristics: A Neural Network Coupled Heat and Mass. AI thermal Fluids, 100038.