PROF. DR. INAYAT SHAH

Biography

A seasoned academic leader and researcher with over 15 years of experience, I currently serve as the Director of the Institute of Basic
Medical Sciences (IBMS) at Khyber Medical University (KMU). I have led strategic initiatives that enhanced research output, faculty development,and program accreditation, including the successful implementation of a computer-based examination system impacting over 1,200 exams annually. As Consultant for the Public Health Reference Laboratory (PHRL),I manage serological research and public health initiatives.With expertise in Human Physiology, Sports Medicine, and Health Professions Education, I have mentored numerous PhD and M Phil students, driving academic and research excellence. KMU has helped me in polishing my leadership skills in curriculum Development, academic administration, programs accreditation and international collaboration over the last years, and I am dedicated to advancing KMU's vision of excellence in education, research, and healthcare, with a focus on AI in health, innovation, digitization and public health impact.

Research Interests

I am leading a research group at Khyber Medical University Pakistan. Our research group is multidisciplinary team of Scientists, Clinicians and IT professionals. My research interests lie at the intersection of sports physiology and chronic disease management, with a particular focus on the physiological responses and adaptations in athletes and individuals at risk of diabetes and cardiovascular diseases. I am deeply interested in exploring how regular physical activity and sports can influence the progression and management of prediabetes and hypertension. My goal is to develop targeted exercise interventions that can be integrated into preventive healthcare strategies to improve outcomes in hypertensive patients, with prediabetes and diabetes. This includes studying the effects of various types and intensities of exercise on blood pressure, insulin sensitivity, and overall cardiovascular health. I aim to contribute to evidence-based practices that can guide clinical recommendations and public health policies. POSTGRADUATE STUDENTS SUPERVISED I have had the privilege of supervising over 30 MPhil students in the fields of Physiology, Physical Medicine, and Physical Education. Additionally, I have served as the primary supervisor and co- supervisor for six doctoral candidates in Physiology and Physical Education. Currently, I am supervising a cohort of 7 MPhil and 5 PhD candidates, guiding their research in advanced topics within these disciplines. INTERNATIONAL AND NATIONAL RESEARCH COLLABORATIONS 1. Research Work on Genetic Analysis of Autosomal Recessive Visual Impairment in Pakistani Consanguineous Families with the University of Geneva. 2. Applying Mixed reality teaching Methodology Using HoloLens to Medical students in collaboration with the MCoRPUS, Belgium 3. Collaboration with UNICEF, on Strengthening Nutrition Education and Curriculum Integration at KMU 4. Collaboration with Department of Sports and Physical Education, Sarhad University of Information Technology, Peshawar 5. Collaboration with Department of Sports and Physical Education,University of Haripur 6. Collaboration with UNICEF, on Mental Health Assessment and Followup Project for Flood-Affected Schoolchildren in KP 7. Collaboration with Department of Sports and Youth Affairs, KP for establishment of 1st integrated Biomechanical and rehabilitation lab. Concept note accepted and included in ADP 2025-26R

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