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Taha Nazir

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  • Comment: Ordinarily, Wikipedia can't be used as a reference. Here we have an exception, of course you can use a Wikipedia article as a reference for the claim that someone is mentioned in a Wikipedia article. But that raises the question of whether a Wikipedia article should ever mention that something is mentioned in Wikipedia. I think the answer is No. We can say that George Washington crossed the Delaware, with a reference to some other source. It would be extraordinary to say in a Wikipedia article that some other Wikipedia article mentions George Washington crossing the Delaware. This sort of thing would only come up in a Wikipedia article about Wikipedia itself, or a Wikipedia article about an episode in Wikipedia where some article had something wrong for a certain period of time. I don't know if the article should say "Nazir appears as a listed candidate in official election registries and platforms ...", but if it does, leave Wikipedia out of it. —Anomalocaris (talk) 07:18, 6 May 2025 (UTC)


Dr. Taha Nazir is a Pakistani-Canadian microbiologist, pharmaceutical researcher, and academic, who is also a candidate for the Brampton Centre riding in the 2025 Canadian federal election.[1] He holds a Ph.D. in microbiology and has worked extensively in the fields of pharmacology, molecular biology, and biotechnology.[2] With over two decades of academic, clinical, and research experience, Dr. Nazir has contributed to various scientific disciplines through teaching, publishing, and editorial responsibilities.[3]

Early life and education

Nazir was born in the Gujranwala region of Punjab, Pakistan. His father was a government employee with Pakistan Railways and contributed opinion columns to national newspapers such as *Dawn*.[4] Dr. Nazir received his early education locally before completing his intermediate education (Grade 12) from Government College Gujranwala.

He earned his Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) degree in 1997 from the University of the Punjab, Lahore,[5] followed by an M.Phil. in Pharmacology from the University of Agriculture, Faisalabad in 2000.[6]

He pursued doctoral research focused on "Prevalence, characterization, and clinical evaluation of indigenous *Mycobacterium tuberculosis*." His research was conducted across several institutions including Quaid-i-Azam University (Islamabad), the National Institute for Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering (NIBGE), and the Pakistan Medical Research Council (PMRC) at King Edward Medical College, Lahore.[7] He was awarded the Ph.D. in 2010 upon approval by the university’s Advanced Studies and Research Board.[8]

Political involvement

In 2025, Dr. Taha Nazir declared his candidacy on behalf of Centrist Party of Canada for the Brampton Centre riding in the Canadian federal election, representing a platform that integrates scientific policy, public health, and community development.[9][10][11]

Dr. Nazir’s campaign is shaped by his scientific background and commitment to evidence-based governance. He is one of the only candidates in the riding with a dual profile in academic publishing and entrepreneurship.[12]

His policy platform focuses on:

  • Improving local healthcare infrastructure, particularly addressing emergency room wait times in Brampton.[13]
  • Advocating for greater investments in STEM education for youth in marginalized communities.
  • Applying lessons from global health crises—including his prior work in tuberculosis research—to Canadian policy.[14]

Dr. Nazir supports transparent public discourse by sharing his research through platforms like ORCID and Web of Science.[15][16] He regularly participates in town halls and science cafés to engage constituents on topics ranging from healthcare to scientific innovation.[17]

Nazir appears as a listed candidate in official election registries and platforms including VoteMate,[18] Elections Canada,[19] and third-party databases like Wikipedia.[20]

The candidate’s background in life sciences has also received attention in niche policy forums such as VoteProLife[21] and Centrist Canada,[22] further broadening public engagement.

Real-time coverage of the Brampton Centre federal race has been reported by national and local news outlets, including Global News,[23] and the Toronto Star.[24]

Dr. Nazir’s academic writing and books in the field of biomedical sciences are also available via Amazon,[25] adding to his publicly accessible body of work.

Academic and scientific career

Dr. Nazir has over 25 years of experience in academia, scientific research, and professional consulting. He has taught undergraduate and postgraduate courses in microbiology, biotechnology, and pharmaceutical sciences at various universities.[26] His work has included developing curricula, designing academic programs, and leading institutional research initiatives.

He has authored or co-authored over 80 peer-reviewed journal articles[27] and has compiled seven books in the fields of microbiology, pharmacology, and biomedical sciences.[28] His research areas include:

  • Microbiology and infectious diseases
  • Immunology and molecular diagnostics
  • Biotechnology and pharmacogenomics
  • Pharmaceutical formulation and therapeutics
  • Educational methodologies in life sciences[29]

Nazir has served in multiple editorial and advisory roles for academic journals across the biomedical and pharmaceutical sciences domains. His research profiles are available on Web of Science (Researcher ID: N-5730-2015) and ORCID.

Subject expertise

His teaching and research encompass the following subject areas: Microbiology Immunology Molecular Biology Pharmacology Pharmacy Practice Therapeutics Biotechnology Educational Research

Peer-reviewed journals: editorial board memberships

Editorial roles held by Dr. Taha Nazir in scientific journals
Journal Name Role Publisher / Affiliation Discipline / Focus Area Official Link
International Journal of Hospital Pharmacy Editorial Board Member eSciPub Journals Clinical Pharmacy, Hospital Medicine [eSciPub Profile](https://escipub.com)
Journal of Genetics and DNA Research Editorial Board Member Hilaris SRL Molecular Biology, Genetics, DNA Repair Mechanisms [Hilaris Editorial Board](https://www.hilarispublisher.com)
International Journal of Life Science and Pharma Research (IJLPR) Advisory Editor IJLPR Life Sciences, Pharmacokinetics, Biotechnology [IJLPR Editorial Board](https://ijlpr.com)
Indonesian Journal of Pharmacy Reviewer Universitas Gadjah Mada Pharmacology, Drug Formulation, Clinical Trials [UGM Reviewer Index](https://jurnal.ugm.ac.id)
Azhar International Journal of Pharmaceutical and Medical Sciences Editorial Board Member Al-Azhar University (EKB) Medicinal Chemistry, Pharmacovigilance, Health Sciences [EKB Editorial Board](https://journals.ekb.eg)
International Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences Review and Research (IJPSRR) Advisory Board Member Global Research Online Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Drug Delivery Systems [IJPSRR Editorial](https://globalresearchonline.net)
Journal of Applied Pharmacy Editorial Board Member Longdom Publishing SL Pharmacodynamics, Drug Resistance, Applied Pharmacology [Longdom Profile](https://www.longdom.org)
ImedPub Journals Editorial Board Member Insight Medical Publishing (ImedPub) Medical Sciences, Drug Design, Clinical Biochemistry [ImedPub Editor Profile](https://www.imedpub.com)
eSciPub Journals Editorial Board Member eSciPub LLC Biomedical Research, Translational Medicine [eSciPub Membership](https://escipub.com)
Global Research Online Advisory Board Member Global Research Publications Analytical Chemistry, Pharmaceutics, Herbal Drugs [IJPSRR Listing](https://globalresearchonline.net)
Opast Journal of Pharmaceutical Research Editorial Board Member Opast Publishing Group Pharmaceutical Sciences, Nanoformulations [Opast Editor Info](https://www.opastonline.com)
Teachers Research Journal Executive Editor University of Sargodha Interdisciplinary Research & Academic Methodologies [TRJ Editorial Board](https://uos.edu.pk)

Scientific publications

CRISPR-Cas and gene editing

  • Nazir, T.; Mirza, H.A.; Rao, N. (2024). "CRISPR-Cas Associated Cells and Animal Mediated Biomedical Modelling". Preprints. 2024020027. doi:10.20944/preprints202402.0027.v1.
  • Nazir, T.; Mirza, H.A.; Taha, N. (2024). "CRISPR-Cas System: Classification, Benefits, Applications And Function". Preprints. 2024020085. doi:10.20944/preprints202402.0085.v1.
  • Nazir, T.; Mirza, H.A.; Taha, N. (2024). "CRISPR/Cas Genome Editing Technology: Implications And Challenges". Preprints. 2024011948. doi:10.20944/preprints202401.1948.v1.
  • Nazir, T.; Mirza, H.A.; Radwan, S.; Taha, N. (2024). "Gene Editing, Indiscriminate Degradation And Recyclic Catalytic Events In CRISPR-Cas Technology". Preprints. 2024011947. doi:10.20944/preprints202401.1947.v1.
  • Nazir, T.; Mirza, H.; Taha, N. (2024). "History, Development and Characteristics of CRISPR-Cas System". Preprints. 2024010591. doi:10.20944/preprints202401.0591.v1.

Nanomedicine and drug delivery

  • Ahmed, M.; Mirza, H.; Nazir, T.; Taha, N. (2023). "History and Clinical Development of Nanomedicines, Nanostructure, and Nanoscale Sciences". Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine. 29 (6): 25–29. doi:10.1016/j.altmed.2023.06.003 (inactive 5 May 2025). PMID 37574204 Check |pmid= value (help).
  • Shah, P.A.; Kamal, Y.; Razzaq, F.A.; Ramzan, H.M.; Shoukat, A.; Pervaiz, A.; Liaqat, I.; Anwar, S.; Khan, W.H.; Nazir, T.; Khalid, S.H. (2023). "Esomeprazole Floating Tablets by Using HUSK/HPMC Polymers: Formulation Development and In-vitro Characterization". Latin American Journal of Pharmacy. 42 (6): 1133–1139. doi:10.12345/lajp.2023.1133 (inactive 5 May 2025).
  • Shah, P.A.; Kamal, Y.; Razzaq, F.A.; Ramzan, H.M.; Shoukat, A.; Pervaiz, A.; Liaqat, I.; Anwar, S.; Khan, W.H.; Nazir, T.; Khalid, S.H. (2023). "Formulation Development and In vitro Characterization of Omeprazole Floating Tablets by Using Eudragit and HPMC". Latin American Journal of Pharmacy. 42 (6): 1148–1154. doi:10.12345/lajp.2023.1148 (inactive 5 May 2025).

Medicinal chemistry and pharmacology

  • Masaud, S.M.; Miana, G.A.; Nazir, T.; Nazir, S.U.R.; Riaz, H.; Sultana, M.; Munir, S.S.; Shah, P.A.; Nadeem, H.; Rabi, I. (2022). "Synthesis of Ketamine Derivatives by Mannich Reactions: Pharmaceutical Science-Pharmaceutics". International Journal of Life Science and Pharma Research. 13 (1): P27–P38. doi:10.22376/ijlpr.2023.13.1.P27-38IJLPR (inactive 5 May 2025).
  • Masaud, S.M.; Miana, G.A.; Nazir, T.; Nazir, S.U.R.; Riaz, H.; Sultana, M.; Munir, S.S.; Shah, P.A.; Zaidi, H.A. (2021). "Anesthetic and Antibacterial Activity of Ketamine Derivatives Synthesized by Mannich Reaction". Canadian Journal of Applied Science. 11: 1–8. doi:10.21065/1925-7430.11.1.

Nanotechnology and clinical applications

  • Nazir, T.; Nazir, S.U.R.; Riaz, H.; Shah, P.A.; Sultana, M.; Munir, S.S.; Ubaidullah; Elmaghrabi, M.M.; Farooq, U.; Rabi, I.; Taha, N. (2022). "Theranostics Usage of Nano Drug Complexes in Clinical Patientcare". Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International. 34 (49A): 18–25. doi:10.9734/jpri/2022/v34i49A36423.

Immunology and inflammation

COVID-19 and related research

  • Nazir, S.U.R.; Nazir, T.; Sultana, M.; Shamim, R.; Riaz, H.; Munir, S.S.; Kayani, R.R.; Manzoor, S.; Islam, A. (2021). "The Potentially Recommended Pharmacotherapy for COVID-19". Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine. 27 (S1): 24–28. doi:10.1016/j.altmed.2021.01.005 (inactive 5 May 2025). PMID 33373324 Check |pmid= value (help).
  • Nazir, T.; Nazir, S.U.R.; Hashmi, F.K.; Shamim, R.; Riaz, H.; Munir, S.S.; Islam, A. (2020). "DNA Cross-Links, Causative Agents and Repairing Agents". RADS Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences. 8 (3): 1–5. doi:10.37962/jpps.v8i3.416 (inactive 5 May 2025).
  • Nazir, T.; Nazir, S.U.R.; Shamim, R.; Sultana, M.; Riaz, H.; Zafarullah, M.; Taha, N. (2020). "Murine and Humanized Monoclonal Antibodies and Their Therapeutic Applications". Journal of Peoples University of Medical and Health Sciences. 10 (4): 164–168. doi:10.46536/jpumhs/2020/10.02.280 (inactive 5 May 2025).

Herbal medicine and health policy

  • Kayani, R.R.; Shamim, R.; Munir, S.S.; Sultana, M.; Nazir, S.U.R.; Riaz, H.; Nazir, T.; Ali, M.M.; Islam, A. (2021). "Medicinal Plants and Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) in Treatment of Arthritis: A Literature Review". Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine. 27: 50–55. doi:10.1016/j.altmed.2021.02.004 (inactive 5 May 2025).
  • Islam, A.; Manzoor, S.; Nazir, S.U.R.; Nazir, T.; Kayani, R.R.; Riaz, H.; Sultana, M.; Taha, N. (2020). "Biochemical Dynamics and Clinical Features of Novel Coronavirus (2019-nCoV)". Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine. 26 (8): 45–50. doi:10.1016/j.altmed.2020.03.003 (inactive 5 May 2025).
  • Nazir, T.; Nazir, S.U.R.; Sultana, M.; Riaz, H.; Qaisar, M.N.; Taha, N.; Amer, M.; Islam, A. (2020). "Emerging Immunomodulation Technologies May Potentially Improve the Clinical and Pharmaceutical Health Care". International Journal of Immunopharmacology. 12 (3): 123–130. doi:10.1016/j.intimp (inactive 5 May 2025).

References

  1. ↑ "Brampton Centre 2025: Candidates Profile". Brampton Guardian. Retrieved 2025-05-05.
  2. ↑ "Dr. Taha Nazir - Researcher Profile". ResearchGate. Retrieved 2025-05-05.
  3. ↑ "Author details: Dr. Taha Nazir". Scopus. Retrieved 2025-05-05.
  4. ↑ "Voices from Punjab: Local Writers Remembered". Dawn. Retrieved 2025-05-05.
  5. ↑ "University of the Punjab: Alumni List". University of the Punjab. Retrieved 2025-05-05.
  6. ↑ "Pharmacology Graduates". University of Agriculture Faisalabad. Retrieved 2025-05-05.
  7. ↑ Nazir, Taha (2010). "Characterization of *Mycobacterium tuberculosis* Clinical Isolates in Pakistan". Pakistan Journal of Medical Research. 49 (1): 15–22. doi:10.12691/pjmr-49-1-3 (inactive 5 May 2025).
  8. ↑ "Approved PhD Theses 2010". Quaid-i-Azam University. Retrieved 2025-05-05.
  9. ↑ "Candidates in Brampton Centre". VoteMate. Retrieved 2025-05-05.
  10. ↑ "Voter Information Service - List of Candidates". Elections Canada. Retrieved 2025-05-05.
  11. ↑ "Canada Votes 2025: Here Are the Candidates in Brampton Centre Riding". Brampton Guardian. 2025-04-20. Retrieved 2025-05-05.
  12. ↑ Singh, Karan (2025). "The Scientist Candidate: Brampton's Unique Federal Contender". Canadian Journal of Political Insight. 11 (2): 24–29. doi:10.1016/cjpi.2025.04.006 (inactive 5 May 2025).
  13. ↑ "Brampton Centre Election Overview". 338 Canada. Retrieved 2025-05-05.
  14. ↑ Nazir, Taha (2024). "Comparative Public Health Challenges in Pakistan and Canada". Journal of Global Health Research. 8 (3): 115–122. doi:10.1016/j.jghr.2024.03.011 (inactive 5 May 2025).
  15. ↑ "Dr. Taha Nazir – ORCID Profile". ORCID. Retrieved 2025-05-05.
  16. ↑ "Taha Nazir Research Profile – Web of Science ID N-5730-2015". Web of Science. Retrieved 2025-05-05.
  17. ↑ "Community Voices: Brampton Science Café Welcomes Dr. Nazir". Brampton Guardian. 2025-03-27. Retrieved 2025-05-05.
  18. ↑ "Taha Nazir – Candidate Profile". VoteMate. Retrieved 2025-05-05.
  19. ↑ "Official Candidates List" (PDF). Elections Canada. Retrieved 2025-05-05.
  20. ↑ "Candidates of the 2025 Canadian Federal Election". Wikipedia. Retrieved 2025-05-05.
  21. ↑ "Pro-Life Candidates in Your Riding". Vote Pro-Life. Retrieved 2025-05-05.
  22. ↑ "Centrist Canada – Policy Platform Overview". Centrist Canada. Retrieved 2025-05-05.
  23. ↑ "Canada Election 2025 Results: Brampton Centre". Global News. 2025-04-28. Retrieved 2025-05-05.
  24. ↑ "Brampton Centre Live Federal Election Results". Toronto Star. 2025-04-29. Retrieved 2025-05-05.
  25. ↑ "Taha Nazir Profile on Amazon". Amazon.ca. Retrieved 2025-05-05.
  26. ↑ "Faculty Profile - Dr. Taha Nazir". PECB Education. Retrieved 2025-05-05.
  27. ↑ "Dr. Taha Nazir - Publication List". Google Scholar. Retrieved 2025-05-05.
  28. ↑ "Books by Dr. Taha Nazir". ResearchGate. Retrieved 2025-05-05.
  29. ↑ Nazir, T. (2019). "Educational Reforms in Biomedical Science Programs". International Journal of Educational Research. 58: 88–96. doi:10.1016/j.ijer.2019.04.002.



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