Assist. Prof. Dr. Muhammad Adnan Qureshi | Public Health | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor at Health Services Academy Islamabad Pakistan, Australia

Dr. Muhammad Adnan Qureshi is a multidisciplinary academic and public health consultant with a PhD in the Sociology of Health. He serves as an Assistant Professor at the Health Services Academy in Islamabad, Pakistan. His work spans over a decade of academic, research, and consultancy roles focused on public health, gender, and digital communication. Dr. Qureshi’s research addresses health inequities among marginalized groups, including sexual minorities and youth, using qualitative methodologies and digital tools. His efforts aim to translate sociological theory into actionable public health strategies and inclusive policies.

Publication Profile 

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Educational Background 🎓

• PhD in Sociology of Health

  • Specialized in digital sexual health literacy and STI awareness among male youth in Pakistan

  • Thesis Link

• Additional academic development in:

  • Public health theory and practice

  • Gender and sexuality studies

  • Communication technologies and health behavior

Professional Experience 💼

• Assistant Professor, Health Services Academy, Islamabad, Pakistan

  • Responsible for teaching, research supervision, and curriculum design in public health and sociology.

• Public Health Consultant

  • Engaged in national and international consultancy projects focused on inclusive health policy and digital health outreach.

• Researcher and Author

  • Published scholarly work including peer-reviewed journal articles and a book:

    • “Exposure of Woman through Media: A Sociological Study” (Amazon Link)

• Experience in:

  • Research project leadership (11 projects)

  • Public health policy advocacy

  • Collaboration with interdisciplinary teams

Research Interests 🔬

• Gender and Public Health

• Digital Health Communication

• Sociology of Sexuality and Marginalization

• STI Awareness and Youth Health Behavior

• Inclusive and Culturally Sensitive Health Interventions

• Technology’s Role in Health Equity and Communication

Awards and Honors🏆✨

• Nominee for Best Researcher Award (2025)

  • Recognition for impactful research on digital health communication and marginalized communities.

• Ongoing recognition for innovation in health sociology and advocacy for equity-based interventions.

Conclusion🌟

Dr. Muhammad Adnan Qureshi exemplifies impactful, socially conscious research in the intersection of health, gender, and digital communication. His scholarly contributions challenge stigmas and bridge academic theory with community health practices. By focusing on digital platforms and underrepresented populations, his work enhances access to accurate health information and fosters inclusive public health policies. His commitment to both academic rigor and societal change positions him as a strong candidate for distinguished research awards and further leadership in public health scholarship.

Publications 📚

1. 🗓️ 2026-12-01
   🎬 Cine Going Dying Culture
   📍 Quaid-i-Azam University Islamabad Archives Bank
   👥 Contributors: Muhammad Adnan Qureshi; Dr. S Anwar Iqbal

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2. 🗓️ 2023-01-01
   🧠 A Qualitative Study Exploring Awareness and Perceptions of Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) Amongst a Male University Student Population in Islamabad, Pakistan
   👩‍🏫 Supervisors: Dr. Carolyn Beasley, Dr. Aisling Bailey, Dr. Helen Almond
   🎓 PhD Dissertation (Conceptualization)

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3. 🗓️ 2025-06
   🌱 Two Decades of Renewable Energy ‘Talk’ in Australia
   📰 Sustainable Futures
   🔗 DOI: 10.1016/j.sftr.2025.100684
   👥 Authors: Muhammad Adnan Qureshi, M. Shahabuddin, Dr. Sidra Ishfaq

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4. 🗓️ 2024-11-06
   🧬 Between Silence and Surveillance: Masculinity, Stigma, and the Politics of HIV Awareness Among Male University Students in Pakistan
   📌 14th International Public Health Conference
   🏷️ Theme: Transforming Research into Action: Redefining Public Health through Social and Behavior Change

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5. 🗓️ 2023-11-05
   📢 Unheard and Underserved: Reframing STI Health Literacy Among Pakistani Men in HIV Policy Discourses
   📌 13th International Public Health Conference
   🏷️ Theme: Transforming Research into Action: Redefining Public Health through Social and Behavior Change

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6. 🗓️ 2022-10-01
   🌏 How the COVID-19 Pandemic Impacted My Dream PhD Ethnographic Research: An Autoethnographic Account of Academic Crises Faced by an International Student in Melbourne, Australia
   📌 3rd Swinburne Sarawak Post Research Conference (SSPRC), Malaysia

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7. 🗓️ 2021-12-01
   🧪 How the COVID-19 Pandemic Impacted My Dream PhD Ethnographic Research
   📌 Social Sciences Week, SoSSMFE, Swinburne University of Technology, Melbourne

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8. 🗓️ 2020-11-05
   🚹 How Carelessness and Ignorance in Health-Seeking Behaviors Impact the Sexual and Reproductive Health of Men in Pakistan
   📌 Building Bridges Conference, Swinburne University of Technology, Melbourne

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9. 🗓️ 2019-11-06
   🩺 Why Pakistan is Lagging in Promoting HIV/AIDS Awareness Amongst the Male Population?
   📌 Building Bridges Conference, Swinburne University of Technology, Melbourne

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10. 🗓️ 2020-12-01
    📚 How the COVID-19 Pandemic Impacted My Dream PhD Ethnographic Research: An Autoethnographic Account of Academic Crises Met by an International Student in Melbourne, Australia
    📕 In: Research and Teaching in a Pandemic World
    👤 Author: Muhammad Adnan Qureshi

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