Pakistan's Dr. Maheera Abdul Ghani makes history at Cambridge

Dr. Maheera Abdul Ghani has made history by becoming the first Pakistani woman to earn a PhD in Material Science and Metallurgy from the prestigious University of Cambridge.

Dr. Ghani began her academic career with an engineering degree in Pakistan and later advanced her studies in Germany and France through the highly competitive Erasmus Mundus Scholarship program.

Her academic journey reflects an exceptional commitment to scientific excellence across international borders.

Her doctoral research at Cambridge focused on the study of two-dimensional (2D) materials, a field at the forefront of modern electronics.

She developed innovative approaches to tackle key challenges in nano-fabrication—an area critical for the creation of next-generation electronic devices.

Dr. Maheera’s groundbreaking achievement is being hailed as a major milestone for Pakistani women in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics), a field where women remain significantly underrepresented. Her success underscores the increasing contributions of Pakistani researchers to global scientific advancement.

Beyond national pride, Dr. Ghani’s accomplishments serve as a beacon of inspiration for young women across the country, encouraging them to pursue careers in science and technology with confidence and ambition.