A/2, Jahurul Islam Avenue
Jahurul Islam City, Aftabnagar
Dhaka-1212, Bangladesh
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Degree |
Field |
Institution |
Year |
Result/Distinction |
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Postdoctoral Fellow |
Natural Product Chemistry |
Jeju National University, South Korea |
2009–2010 |
Offered Fellowship |
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Ph.D. |
Phytochemistry & Pharmacology |
Southern Cross University, Australia |
2001–2004 |
Degree Awarded (IPRS Scholar) |
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M. Pharm |
Pharmaceutical Chemistry |
University of Rajshahi, Bangladesh |
1994 |
1st Class (3rd position) |
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B. Pharm (Hons.) |
Pharmacy |
University of Rajshahi, Bangladesh |
1993 |
1st Class (1st position) |
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H.S.C. |
Science |
Rajshahi Board |
1990 |
1st Division |
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S.S.C. |
Science |
Rajshahi Board |
1988 |
1st Division |
Current Executive Leadership: Pro-Vice Chancellor, East West University (Dec 2023 – Present). Lead institutional strategy, academic innovation, and external relations.
Global & National Rankings
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Ranking |
Recognition |
Year(s) |
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Top 2% of Scientists Worldwide |
Elsevier-Stanford University (AD Research Survey) |
2020–2025 |
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#38 in Bangladesh |
Overall scientist ranking by citations & h-index |
2022–2025 |
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#1 in RU |
Research Scientist, Pharmacy & Medical Sciences |
2022 |
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#2 in Bangladesh |
Pharmacy Research |
2022 |
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#8 in Bangladesh |
Medical Sciences Research |
2022 |
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Position |
Institution |
Period |
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Pro-Vice Chancellor |
East West University, Bangladesh |
Dec 2023 – Present |
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Professor of Pharmacy |
East West University |
Dec 2023 – Present |
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Pro Vice Chancellor |
Varendra University, Bangladesh |
Aug 2021 – Jun 2023 |
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Professor (on deputation) |
University of Rajshahi, Bangladesh |
Jan 2011 – Present |
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Chairman, Pharmacy Department |
University of Rajshahi |
Aug 2019 – Aug 2021 |
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Professor, Clinical Pharmacy |
Dammam University, Saudi Arabia |
Feb 2017 – Feb 2019 |
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Coordinator (Part-time), Pharmacy |
Varendra University |
Dec 2012 – Aug 2016 |
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Chairperson, Pharmacy Department |
Brac University |
Jun 2011 – Jun 2012 |
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Associate Professor |
University of Rajshahi |
Jul 2006 – Jan 2011 |
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Assistant Professor |
University of Rajshahi |
Oct 2001 – Jul 2006 |
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Lecturer |
University of Rajshahi |
Oct 1998 – Oct 2001 |
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Area |
Focus |
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Natural Product Chemistry |
Isolation, purification, crystallization, and structural elucidation of bioactive compounds |
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Cancer Chemoprevention |
Antiproliferative effects, apoptosis & autophagy pathway mechanisms |
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Food Chemistry |
Bioactive phytochemicals in fruits and vegetables |
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Phyto-Pharmacology |
Hepatoprotective, anti-diabetic, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant studies |
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Nanomedicine |
Polymeric nanoparticles for encapsulation and delivery of plant extracts |
Biological Assays & Techniques
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Category |
Specific Techniques |
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In Vitro |
Antimicrobial, anticancer (cell lines: HeLa, EAC, HepG2, PC3), cytotoxicity (brine shrimp, MTT), antioxidant (DPPH, ABTS, ESR), anti-inflammatory |
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In Vivo |
Hepatoprotective, anti-diabetic (streptozotocin-induced), analgesic, CNS depressant, anti-diarrheal, toxicological (sub-acute, acute) |
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Molecular |
Western blot, apoptosis assays, cell culture, histopathology, biochemical analysis (hematological, serum enzymes) |
Key Instrumentation Handled
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Instrument |
Experience Level |
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Chromatography |
HPLC, Prep-HPLC, LC-MS, UPLC-MS/MS, GC-MS, Column Chromatography (Silica, Sephadex LH-20), TLC, Flash Chromatography |
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Spectroscopy |
1D & 2D NMR, LC-NMR, Mass Spectroscopy (ESI, EI), UV-VIS, IR |
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Other |
Rotary Evaporator, Soxhlet Extractor, Fermenter, Centrifuge, Lyophilizer (Freeze Dryer), Laminar Air Flow, Microtome, pH Meter |
Key Software Skills
Key Professional Certifications & Training
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Training |
Topic |
Institution |
Year |
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Advanced Training |
HPLC & NMR Analysis |
Centre for Phytochemistry, Southern Cross University, Australia |
2002–2004 |
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Workshop |
EndNote for Thesis Writing |
Southern Cross University, Australia |
2003 |
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Certification |
Data Meta-analysis for Review Papers |
Dammam University, KSA |
2018 |
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Course |
Food & Genetically Modified Food Production |
Jeju National University, South Korea |
2009 |
Key Professional Experience (Non-Academic)
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Position |
Organization |
Responsibilities |
Period |
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Lab Demonstrator |
Complementary Medicine Dept., Southern Cross University, Australia |
Chemistry lab instruction |
2001–2004 |
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Research Associate |
Centre for Phytochemistry & Pharmacology, Southern Cross University, Australia |
NMR, LC-MS, HPLC, GC-MS analysis |
2002–2004 |
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A-Grade Pharmacist |
Pharmaceutical Industry (Bangladesh) |
Production & Quality Control sections |
Short-term |
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Award |
Year |
Organization |
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Young Scientist Award |
2011 |
Bangladesh Academy of Sciences & TWAS |
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Gold Medal |
1993 |
Vice Chancellor, Rajshahi University (for B. Pharm Hons.) |
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International Postgraduate Research Scholarship (IPRS) |
2001–2004 |
Australian Commonwealth Government |
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University Postgraduate Research Scholarship (UPRS) |
2001–2004 |
Southern Cross University, Australia |
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Best Poster Award |
2009 |
International Conference on Nutrition & Physical Activity, Jeju, South Korea |
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Best Meritorious Poster Award |
2002 |
RACI Natural Products Group Symposium, University of NSW, Australia |
Some Selected Editorial & Peer Review Roles
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Role |
Journal/Publication |
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Editorial Board Member |
Journal of Cancer Research and Experimental Oncology |
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Country Representative |
Pakistan Journal of Biological Science |
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Reviewer |
Pharmacognosy Magazine (India) |
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Reviewer |
Journal of Bioorganic Chemistry |
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Reviewer |
Journal of Medicinal Plant Research |
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Reviewer |
African Journal of Traditional, Complementary and Alternative Medicines |
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Reviewer |
African Journal of Microbiological Research |
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Reviewer |
Pharmaceutical Biology |
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Reviewer |
Natural Product Research |
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Reviewer |
Current Medicinal Chemistry |
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Reviewer |
Phytomedicine |
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Reviewer |
Food Chemistry |
Teaching Expertise
Courses Taught
Teaching Philosophy
Research-integrated learning combining theoretical foundations with hands-on laboratory experience. Emphasis on critical thinking, ethical scientific practice, and publication-ready research skills.
Key Supervision & Mentorship
Doctoral Students (Ph.D.) – Completed: 7
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Student Name |
Thesis Title |
Year |
Role |
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1 |
Baki MA |
Phytochemical investigation of Derris indica seeds and antibacterial activity |
2006 |
Supervisor |
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2 |
Farjana Nikkon |
Chemical & pharmacological studies of Moringa oleifera Lam. |
2003 |
Co-supervisor |
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3 |
Hana Kim |
Induction of apoptosis by Citrus grandis leaf extract |
2010 |
Co-supervisor |
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4 |
Jeong Yong Moon |
Guava leaf extract inhibits gastric cancer cell proliferation |
2010 |
Co-supervisor |
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5 |
Jeong Yong Moon (2nd) |
Free radical scavenging & cytoprotective effects of guava leaves |
2013 |
Co-supervisor |
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6 |
Nazmul Islam |
Hepatoprotective effect of polyherbal formulation |
2014 |
Supervisor |
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7 |
Additional student |
(Details available upon request) |
— |
— |
Key Master’s Students – Completed: 26
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Student Name |
Thesis Title |
Year |
Role |
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1 |
Tarannum Naz |
Antimicrobial & cytotoxic activities of Piper chaba roots |
2002 |
Co-supervisor |
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2 |
Khatune NA |
Antimicrobial activity & cytotoxicity of Nyctanthes arbor-tristis flowers |
2001 |
Co-supervisor |
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3 |
Ahmed Sarif |
Micropropagation of Rauvolfia serpentina |
2002 |
Co-supervisor |
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4 |
Islam Ekramul |
Cytotoxic & antibacterial activity of Sida rhombifolia |
2003 |
Co-supervisor |
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5 |
Rabiul Islam |
Biological screening of mango mistletoe (Loranthus globosus) bark |
2004 |
Co-supervisor |
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6 |
Shanaj Parvin |
Antimicrobial & cytotoxic constituents from Annona squamosa seeds |
2005 |
Co-supervisor |
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7 |
Abdul Alim Al-Bari |
Characterization of Streptomyces bangladeshiensis |
2006 |
Co-supervisor |
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8 |
Alam Khan |
Chemical & biological studies of Laportea crenulata |
2008 |
Co-supervisor |
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9 |
Sohel Hasan |
Biochemical & histopathological effects of tetrodotoxin from puffer fish |
2007 |
Co-supervisor |
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10 |
Rowshanul Habib |
Antishigellosis & cytotoxic potency of Duranta repens |
2008 |
Co-supervisor |
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11 |
Rajib Ahsan |
Hepatoprotective activity of medicinal plants |
2009 |
Supervisor |
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Position |
Organization |
Year |
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Chair |
National Expert Committee in Pharmacy Education, Bangladesh Accreditation Council (BAC) |
2023 – Present |
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Member |
Rajshahi University Teachers’ Association |
— |
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Member |
Bangladesh Pharmaceutical Society (BPS) |
— |
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Member |
Pharmacy Graduates’ Association (PGA)-Bangladesh |
— |
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Member |
Bangladesh Genetical Society |
— |
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Member |
Asian Symposium on Medicinal Plants, Spices, and Other Natural Products (ASOMPS X) |
— |
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Member |
Asian Network for Research on Antidiabetic Plants (ANRAP) |
— |
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Member |
RACI Natural Products Group, Australia |
— |
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Member |
Korean Society for Applied Biological Chemistry |
— |
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Vice president |
Rajshahi Unversity Master’s Association 1994 |
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E. Member |
Rajshahi College HSC Alumni Association |
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Key Conference Organization & Committee Memberships
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Role |
Conference/Workshop |
Location |
Year |
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Chair |
Invited Guest Speakers' Session, PSE-NPS International Summit |
Khulna University, Bangladesh |
2020 |
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Organizing Committee Member |
SCON Annual Congress on Pharmaceutical Research and Drug Development |
Bangkok, Thailand |
2021 |
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Organizing Committee Member |
9th World Conference on Pharmaceutical Science and Drug Manufacturing |
Dubai, UAE |
2021 |
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Organizing Committee Member |
International Workshop on Arsenic Pollution in Bangladesh |
Rajshahi University |
1999 |
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Organizing Committee Member |
Seminar "Navigating Knowledges" (Crux, SCU Postgraduate Association) |
Southern Cross University, Australia |
2003 |
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