Quick Info
| Profession | Neuroscientist |
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| Nationality | Pakistani |
| Date of Birth | 02/03/1972 |
| Age | 54 years |
| Birthplace | Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan |
Latest News about Aafia Siddiqui
29/01/2026
A Global Voices article highlighted the ongoing controversy surrounding Aafia Siddiqui's case, noting her continued detention at FMC Carswell in Texas where supporters allege denial of medical care, religious practice restrictions, and abuse. Her lawyer Clive Stafford Smith reported physical and sexual abuse by guards and inmates as of late 2023. The Islamabad High Court rebuked Pakistani officials between July 2025 and early 2026 for failing to pursue legal action internationally despite claims of her victimization.
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Bio/Wiki
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| Field | Neuroscience |
| Thesis | Separating the components of imitation |
| Doctoral Advisor | Robert Sekuler |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5'4" (approx.) |
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| Weight | 90 lb (41kg) (at time of arraignment) |
| Eye Color | Brown |
| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School | Zambia and Karachi |
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Personal Life
| Religion | Islam |
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Divorced | ||||
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Family
| Father | Muhammad Salay Siddiqui (Neurosurgeon) |
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| Mother | Ismet Siddiqui (Islamic teacher and social worker) |
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Career
| Known For | Serving an 86-year sentence at the Federal Medical Center, Carswell in Fort Worth, Texas |
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| Employer | Federal Medical Center, Carswell |
| Conviction | Convicted on 3 February 2010 for attempted murder and assault of US personnel in Afghanistan; sentenced to 86 years |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. She was imprisoned due to suspected ties with Al Qaeda. | |
| 2. A neuroscientist from Pakistan who graduated from MIT. | |
| 3. Gained the title of the world's most sought-after woman in 2004. | |
| 4. She was the first woman to be featured on the FBI's Seeking Information – Terrorism list. | |
| 5. She was convicted on 3 February 2010 for attempted murder and assault of US personnel. | |
| 6. She is often called the “Most Oppressed Muslim Woman in the World”. | |
| 7. She has been held in solitary confinement for over 14 years, longer than any other person in a U.S. federal women's prison. |