👩🎓 Summary
Dr. Samia Zahra currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Economics at Griffith University, Australia, with a keen interest in fiscal policies, environmental economics, and sustainable development. I have extensive teaching experience in higher education, along with a strong background in research, particularly in the fields of public finance and economic stability. My academic journey has been supported by scholarships and numerous awards for excellence in both education and research.
🎓 Education
Dr. Samia Zahra completing my Ph.D. in Accounting, Finance, and Economics at Griffith University, Australia. Previously, I earned a Master of Philosophy in Applied Economics from Kohat University of Science and Technology in Pakistan, focusing on fiscal and monetary policies. I also hold a Master of Science in Economics and a Master of Education in Peshawar, Pakistan, where I explored diverse areas including child labor and the role of female teachers in education management.
💼 Professional Experience
Dr. Samia Zahra currently serve as an Assistant Professor of Economics at the Government of Pakistan, delivering lectures on macroeconomics, public finance, and the economy of Pakistan. Previously, I worked as a Lecturer and Honorary Lecturer, where I designed and taught economics courses at various educational levels. Additionally, I have experience as a Master Trainer for the Election Commission of Pakistan, training polling staff for general and local elections. I have also held leadership roles in exam supervision, training, and admissions coordination.
🧑💻 Technical Skills
Dr. Samia Zahra proficient in using advanced econometrics software such as Eviews and Stata for data analysis. I am skilled with MS Office 365, Obsidians, and other AI-driven tools. I also have extensive experience using online teaching and conferencing platforms like Zoom, MS Teams, and Google Classroom, making me adaptable in today’s digital teaching environment.
👨🏫 Teaching Experience
Over the years, I have taught a wide range of economics courses, including Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, Public Finance, and Mathematical Economics. I have also supervised various co-curricular activities, fostering student engagement beyond the classroom. I am experienced in teaching at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels and have worked with students on various educational projects and assignments.
🔬 Research Interests
My research interests include the impacts of fiscal and monetary policies on economic volatility, environmental sustainability, and the role of public policy in achieving economic stability. I also focus on the intersection of green energy, fiscal decentralization, and policy uncertainty, particularly in developing countries.
📝 Academic Publications
Dr. Samia Zahra have published several research articles, including studies on the relationship between fiscal policy and environmental sustainability, the effects of physical infrastructure on the ecological footprint, and innovative dynamics in the natural resource curse hypothesis in BRICS countries. My research is published in reputable journals with high impact factors, contributing to both academic literature and policy discussions.
🌍 Conferences & Training
Dr. Samia Zahra have participated in several international and national conferences, presenting research papers on public policy and economic stability. I have also attended training sessions focused on quality enhancement in higher education, the successful conduction of democratic elections, and capacity building for faculty members.
💡 Awards & Scholarships
I have received a fully funded scholarship for my Ph.D. from Griffith University. Additionally, I have been awarded merit-based scholarships from the Fouji Foundation throughout my academic career, as well as a laptop for my outstanding academic performance under the Prime Minister’s Laptop Scheme.
🤝 Volunteering & Community Engagement
I actively participated in fundraising campaigns for Shaukat Khanum Memorial Cancer Hospital in Peshawar, contributing to raising funds and awareness for cancer treatment and research.
Notable Publications
The impact of fiscal decentralization, green energy, and economic policy uncertainty on sustainable environment: a new perspective from ecological footprint in five OECD countries
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- Authors: S Zahra, RA Badeeb
- Journal: Environmental Science and Pollution Research
- Year: 2022
Innovation dynamics in the natural resource curse hypothesis: a new perspective from BRICS countries
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- Authors: RA Badeeb, KR Szulczyk, S Zahra, TC Mukherjee
- Journal: Resources Policy
- Year: 2023
Fiscal policy and environment: a long-run multivariate empirical analysis of ecological footprint in Pakistan
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- Authors: S Zahra, D Khan, M Nouman
- Journal: Environmental Science and Pollution Research
- Year: 2022
Assessing the asymmetric impact of physical infrastructure and trade openness on ecological footprint: An empirical evidence from Pakistan
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- Authors: S Zahra, D Khan, R Gupta, J Popp, J Oláh
- Journal: PLOS ONE
- Year: 2022
A sustainable green–blue revolution in Pakistan: a new perspective from quantile regression analysis
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- Authors: S Zahra, SAR Shah, RA Badeeb
- Journal: Environment, Development and Sustainability
- Year: 2023
Do energy diversification and green growth transition help to achieve the target of carbon neutrality? Testing the validity of the EKC hypothesis under the prism of green growth
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- Authors: S Zahra, SN Fatima
- Journal: Applied Energy
- Year: 2024
Green growth transition and carbon neutrality nexus: A comparative study on the top carbon emitters
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- Authors: S Zahra, EA Selvanathan, R Gupta, MS Jayasinghe
- Journal: Journal of Environmental Management
- Year: 2025