About Me
I am a Biomedical Scientist who loves to explore unexplored areas of science. I am passionate about engaging in research, particularly in soft materials engineering for Biomedical applications. I have extensive experience in organic and inorganic material synthesis, processing, characterization, and tailoring material properties for biomedical applications. I also have solid experience in cell culture techniques for 2D and 3D systems and performing various biological analyses.
I have done my BSc and master's (MSc) in Biotechnology from Bangladesh. Later, I received the prestigious MEXT Scholarship from Japan to complete my MEng degree in Materials Science (Nanotechnology specialization). In 2018, I started my PhD in Biomedical Engineering at the University of Calgary, where my research mainly focused on developing thermoresponsive hydrogel carriers for stem cell delivery to osteoarthritis patients. After successfully finishing my PhD, I am currently exploring the potential of immunomodulatory polymer-based organ engineering approaches in transplant rejection treatment at the Kizhakkedathu Lab in the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at the University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada.
Pathology and Laboratory Medicine
Postdoctoral Research Fellow
I am currently exploring the potential of immunomodulatory polymer-based organ engineering approaches in transplant rejection treatment at the Kizhakkedathu Lab in the Pathology and Laboratory Medicine department at UBC.
2022
PhD in Biomedical Engineering
Schulich School of Engineering, University of Calgary, AB, Canada
2018
MEng in Materials Science
Graduate School of Pure and Applied Sciences, University of Tsukuba, Ibaraki, Japan
2016
MSc in Genetic Engineering &Â Biotechnology
School of Life Sciences, Shahjalal University of Science and Technology, Sylhet, Bangladesh
2012
BSc in Genetic Engineering & Biotechnology
School of Life Sciences, Shahjalal University of Science and Technology, Sylhet, Bangladesh
Achievements and Awards
September 2021 - June 2022
Alberta Graduate Excellence Scholarship (AGES)
The Alberta Graduate Excellence Scholarship recognizes the outstanding academic achievement of students pursuing graduate studies in Alberta. It was established to incent the best and the brightest students, including international students, to study in Alberta.
September 2020 - August 2021
Eyes High International Doctoral Scholarship
Established to attract and retain the best and brightest doctoral students from around the world in support of the University of Calgary’s Eyes High vision of becoming one of the top five research universities in Canada.
July 2018 - June 2022
Canada First Research Excellence Fund (CFREF) Fellowship
The Canada First Research Excellence Fund (CFREF) fellowship helps competitively selected highly qualified personnel (HQP) to turn their key strengths into world-leading innovations..
October 2015 - March 2018
MEXT Scholarship, Japan
The Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (Monbukagakusho/MEXT) of the Government of Japan offers scholarships to foreign students who wish to study at Japanese universities.
May 2021
Biomedical Engineering Research Award
Awarded by the Biomedical Engineering Graduate Program, Schulich School Engineering, University of Calgary, Canada.
Fall 2019
GSA Professional Development Grant
Awarded by the Graduate Students Association, University of Calgary, Canada.