Atteeq-uz-Zaman

atteeq.zaman@giki.edu.pk | zaman.atteeq@gmail.com
+92- 938 281026-29 (Ext.: 2763) | Mob: +923008007749
Office G-14, Faculty Lobby, DMSE, GIK Institute

Engr. Atteeq Uz Zaman

Lecturer

Qualifications:

  • MS Materials Engineering, GIK Institute
  • BS Materials Engineering, GIK Institute

Research Interests:

  • Advanced Composites and Nanocomposites
  • Powder Metallurgy and Additive Manufacturing
  • High-Temperature and Functional Materials
  • Tribology, Wear and Surface Engineering
  • Mineral Processing and Sustainable Materials

Academic and Professional Summary

Mr. Atteeq Uz Zaman is a researcher and lecturer in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at GIK Institute, with research experience in advanced materials processing, metal matrix composites, nanocomposites, powder metallurgy, tribology, thermal analysis, and materials characterization. His work focuses on processing-microstructure-property relationships and the development of high-performance engineering materials, including copper-, nickel-, and aluminum-based composites. He has contributed to peer-reviewed publications and collaborative research while also teaching undergraduate courses, developing research-informed curricula and laboratory manuals, mentoring students, and supporting academic and industry engagement through departmental service. His future research interests include additive manufacturing, mineral processing, high-temperature materials, and sustainable advanced materials.

Professional Experience

Lecturer – Department of Materials Science and Engineering, GIK Institute (Feb 2025 – Present)
  • Conduct research in advanced materials, with emphasis on metal matrix composites, nanocomposites, powder metallurgy, tribology, and thermal analysis.
  • Deliver undergraduate courses and laboratory modules while developing research-informed curricula, assessments, and laboratory manuals.
  • Mentor undergraduate students through academic advising, research supervision, and project guidance.
  • Contribute to peer-reviewed publications, collaborative research, and proposal development.
  • Support departmental academic activities through service on the Student Internship Committee and industry engagement.
Graduate Research Assistant – Department of Materials Science and Engineering, GIK Institute (Oct 2020 – Sep 2023)
  • Conducted research on advanced materials, emphasizing metal matrix composites, nanocomposites, powder metallurgy, and materials characterization under an HEC-funded NRPU research project.
  • Performed experimental design, materials processing, and characterization using STA 8000 (DSC/TGA), XRD, optical microscopy, mechanical testing, and electrochemical techniques.
  • Contributed to peer-reviewed publications, conference presentations, scientific data analysis, and technical manuscript preparation.
  • Supported undergraduate laboratory instruction while assisting in laboratory management, equipment procurement, and experimental operations.
  • Collaborated with faculty and multidisciplinary research teams to advance research outcomes and laboratory capabilities.

Journal Publications

  1. Zaman, A. U., Karim, M. R. A., Hussain, A., Khan, M. A., & Haq, E. U. (2026). Graphite and white graphite (h-BN) reinforced metal matrix composites and cermets: A review of processing and properties. Advances in Materials and Processing Technologies.
  2. Zaman, A. U., Karim, M. R. A., Khan, M. A., Hussain, A., & Haq, E. U. (2025). Elucidating synergistic effect of white graphite and graphene nanoplatelets on microstructure, mechanical and tribological properties of copper matrix composites. Advances in Materials and Processing Technologies.
  3. Khan, M. A., Zaman, A. U., Karim, M. R. A., Hussain, A., & Haq, E. U. (2024). Synergistic effects of carbon nanotubes (CNTs) and white graphite (h-BN) on the microstructure and mechanical properties of aluminum matrix composites. Arabian Journal for Science and Engineering.
  4. Karim, M. R. A., Khan, M. A., Zaman, A. U., & Hussain, A. (2023). Hexagonal boron nitride-based composites: An overview of processing approaches and mechanical properties. Journal of the Korean Ceramic Society.

Conference Proceedings

  1. Zaman, A. U., Khan, A., Zaman, F., Khan, M. M., Farooq, U., Shehbaz, T., & Karim, M. R. A. (2023). Development and characterization of boron-nitride reinforced nickel matrix composites. MATEC Web of Conferences.
  2. Zaman, A. U., Khan, M. A., Waqas, M., Junaid, T. B., Wardah, S., Aqeel, A., & Karim, M. R. A. (2023). Tape casting and characterization of hexagonal boron nitride-reinforced polyurethane composite coatings. Digital Manufacturing Technology.
  3. Khan, S., Zaman, A. U., Junaid, M., Shehbaz, T., Khan, M. A., Khan, F. N., & Karim, M. R. A. (2023). Effect of mass and temperature rate on the thermal properties of high-density polyethylene using differential scanning calorimetry. Digital Manufacturing Technology.

Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=jKj47T0AAAAJ&hl=en

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/atteeq-zaman-mm2064/

Awards/Achievements

  • HEC-Funded NRPU Research Project: Graduate research conducted under an HEC-funded National Research Program for Universities (NRPU) project during MS studies, 2020 – 2023.
  • Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Scholarship: Awarded for BS in Materials Engineering, GIK Institute, 2016 – 2020.
  • Research Publications: Author/co-author of 7 journal and conference publications covering metal matrix composites, nanocomposites, thermal analysis, composite coatings, and related advanced materials research.

Professional Memberships

  • Lifetime Member, Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC)