Mokter Mahmud Chowdhury is a researcher exploring the intersection of nanotechnology and advanced instrumentation. His research spans Nanotechnology, Optics, Machine Perception, and Molecular Simulations, with a particular interest in multiscale phenomena that connect macroscopic and molecular behaviors. His research has been featured by leading platforms such as Nanowerk and Advanced Science News. One highlighted piece, titled “Smart polymers rethink heat flow: It's not just about shape,” explores that thermal switching in smart polymer solutions may depend less on polymer conformation than previously assumed, and more on their nanoscopic environment. [Link: https://www.nanowerk.com/nanotechnology-news3/newsid=67740.php]Another highlighted piece, titled “Heat localization in carbon nanotube arrays explained by reduced dimensionality,” reveals how reducing dimensionality can trap heat, opening the door to high-efficiency energy devices. [Link: https://www.nanowerk.com/nanotechnology-news3/newsid=67650.php] Biography: "A researcher and innovator with a background in nanotechnology and optics, driven by a deep interest in exploring the microscopic world beyond the limits of human vision. Work focuses on the development of advanced spectro-microscopic systems to study the properties of nanomaterials and nanostructured systems, with applications ranging from thermographic techniques for cancer detection to breakthroughs in nanoscale science and engineering. By merging expertise in optics and artificial intelligence, current efforts are directed toward accessible healthcare technologies that support visually impaired individuals, address the needs of aging populations, and tackle broader public health challenges—such as "seeing outbreaks before they even spread". An inventor of AI-enhanced digitalization of rapid diagnostic tests via smartphones, integrating voice activation for visually impaired users and real-time location-based tracking to help identify and visualize potential outbreak areas as they emerge." He began his industry career as an R&D Scientist at a 30-year-old biomedical company based in Vancouver, where he contributed to transformative health technologies. Through his innovations and leadership, he has since been promoted to serve as the company’s Chief Innovation Officer (CIO), driving forward strategic research initiatives in diagnostics, digital health, and public health systems. Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=K5uAjSAAAAAJORCID iD: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5980-7720Mokter Mahmud Chowdhury is a researcher. He uses different microscopic and spectroscopic techniques to explore the properties of nanomaterials and nanostructured systems. His research interests include Nanotechnology, Solid State Devices, Optics, and Molecular Dynamics Simulations.মোক্তার মাহমুদ চৌধুরী একজন গবেষক। তিনি ন্যানোম্যাটেরিয়াল এবং ন্যানোকাঠামোর বৈশিষ্ট্যগুলি অন্বেষণ করার জন্য বিভিন্ন মাইক্রোস্কোপিক এবং স্পেকট্রোস্কোপিক কৌশল ব্যবহার করেন। তার গবেষণার আগ্রহের মধ্যে রয়েছে ন্যানোটেকনোলজি, সলিড স্টেট ডিভাইস, অপটিক্স এবং মলিকুলার ডায়নামিক্স সিমুলেশন। Profile of Mokter Mahmud Chowdhury:Mokter Mahmud Chowdhury is a researcher. His research involves developing novel spectro-microscopic systems to explore the properties of nanomaterials and nanostructured systems, with applications ranging from thermography for cancer detection to advancements in nanotechnology. With a background in optics, electronics, and nanotechnology, currently merging his expertise in artificial intelligence and machine perception to assist visually impaired individuals and the aging population. EducationUniversity of British Columbia (UBC), Vancouver, BC •Doctor of Philosophy in Electrical and Computer Engineering Research Interests and Skills•Optical instrumentation•Devising simulations and experiments•Ion transport mechanisms and iontronics•Nanomaterials and nanotechnology•Artificial intelligence•Machine perception•Molecular dynamics simulation•Ultra-high-vacuum chamber•Scientific article writing and research project management Work ExperiencesTeaching Experience:•University of British Columbia (UBC), Vancouver, Canada-ELEC 391: Taught testing and evaluation methodologies while integrating electronics, communications, control systems, and motors and machines into real-world design projects.-ELEC 301: Taught biasing, small-signal models, amplifier design, OP-AMPs, active filters, oscillators, and IC selection.-ELEC 291: Taught design projects on electronic devices, circuits, electromagnetics, signals, and microcomputers using Arduino, Tinkercad, Multisim, and C programming.-APSC 160: Taught analysis and simulation, laboratory data acquisition and processing, measurement interfaces, engineering tools, computer systems organization, and programming languages.Research Experience:-Investigated ion transport mechanisms and voltage generation in hydrogel-based piezoionic systems, addressing previously unexplored aspects, for iontronic applications.-Engineered a "smart" polymer-based thermal switch utilizing coil-to-globule transition, pushing the boundaries of thermal management.-Uncovered previously unexplored lateral heat confinement phenomena during localized heating in carbon nanotube forests.-First to unravel the temperature recovery process in carbon nanotube forests, providing new insights into adsorbate dynamics in porous materials.-Designed a molecular scale single-pole double-throw switch, measuring just ten nanometers—thousands of times smaller than a human hair.-Developed a hyperspectral imaging system confirming that thermal radiation from microscopic segments adheres to Planck’s law, even under extreme high-temperature gradients.-Developed a thermographic system to potentially detect conditions such as arthritis, deep vein thrombosis, and tumors.-Coordinated and managed research projects involving multiple collaborators, ensuring timely progress and meeting project milestones.-Designed one of the world's smallest motors, which is thousands of times smaller than a human red blood cell.-Proposed an alternative method for preparing graphene nanoscrolls through electric-field-induced transformation.-Analyzed carrier generation rate distribution, enhancing our understanding of improving solar cell efficiency.
Academic Honors and AwardsMokter Mahmud Chowdhury has been recognized with numerous prestigious academic awards and scholarships for outstanding academic excellence and research achievements, both nationally and internationally. These honors include: •UBC’s Four Year Fellowship (4YF) Award (UBC, Canada)•President's Academic Excellence Initiative PhD Award (UBC, Canada)•UBC’s Faculty of Applied Science Graduate Award (UBC, Canada)•UBC’s Graduate Research Stipend (UBC, Canada)•UBC’s International Tuition Award (UBC, Canada)•Dean’s Scholarship (at all the levels of undergraduate studies)•BUET’s University Merit Scholarship •BUET’s University Admission Test Excellency Scholarship•Bangladesh Education Board Scholarship