Molecular Biology

• DNA/RNA extraction (viral & bacterial), primer design, and nucleic acid purification

• PCR techniques (conventional & real-time qPCR), gel electrophoresis, SDS-PAGE, Western blotting, and Sanger sequencing

• Whole-Genome Sequencing (WGS) using Illumina platform

Microbiology

• Microbiological laboratory safety and Good Laboratory Practices (GLP)

• Bacterial media preparation, cell culture, and pathogen identification using classical microbiological techniques

• Antimicrobial susceptibility testing (disc diffusion), ELISA, biochemical assays, and diagnostic microbiological techniques

• Knowledge in biosafety, bioethics, and bioinformatics

Data Science & Epidemiology

• Advanced epidemiological modeling and data interpretation for animal and public health research

• Data management, cleaning, and visualization using Excel, Canva, and other statistical tools

• Proficient in SPSS & STATA for advanced statistical analysis; basic knowledge of R programming

• Experience in GIS mapping and spatial analysis using ArcGIS and Surfer

Scientific Writing

• Drafting research proposals, policy briefs, and scientific reports

1. Opportunities and Constraints to Zero Waste Shop Implementation
   Research Associate, World Food Forum (WFF), FAO — Finalist, Transformative Research Challenge, Food Loss and Waste Category, 2024.
   Investigating sustainable waste management strategies within food supply chains.

2. Dog Bite Injuries: Epidemiological Insights, Seasonal Trends, and Meteorological Correlations
   Research Associate, Sadar Hospital, Barishal, Bangladesh.
   Investigating seasonal variations in dog bite injuries and their correlation with meteorological data.

3. Predictors of Multidrug Resistance (MDR) in Urinary Tract Infections
   Research Associate, Sher-E-Bangla Medical College & Hospital, Barishal, Bangladesh.
   Conducting multivariate statistical analysis to identify key risk factors associated with MDR in UTI pathogens.

4. Isolation of Lactobacillus from Cow Milk and Assessing Their Probiotic Actions Against Pathogens
   Research Assistant, Department of Microbiology and Public Health, PSTU, Barishal Campus.
   Evaluating probiotic potential and antimicrobial effects of Lactobacillus strains isolated from dairy products.

5. Risk Factors Assessment on Bovine Tuberculosis Among Abattoir Personnel in Barishal City: A One Health Approach
   Chief Research Assistant, Department of Microbiology and Public Health, PSTU, Barishal Campus.
   Identifying occupational risk factors for zoonotic tuberculosis transmission in abattoir workers.

6. Evaluation of Fecal Contamination and Antibiogram Profiling of E. coli in Drinking Water
   Research Assistant, Department of Microbiology and Public Health, PSTU, Barishal Campus.
   Conducting bacteriological analysis using MPN and TVC methods, along with antimicrobial sensitivity profiling of E. coli isolates.

7. Determination of Antimicrobial Resistance and Residues in Livestock and Poultry Food Products and Feeds at Jashore and Magura District of Bangladesh

Department of Microbiology and Public Health, Faculty of Animal Science and Veterinary Medicine, Patuakhali Science and Technology University (PSTU, Barishal Campus), Babuganj, Bangladesh

1. Mousumi, I. J., Sayed, A†., Kayesh, M. E. H., & Rume, F. I. (2025). Bacteriological assessment of water quality in Barishal, Bangladesh: potability testing and antibiogram profiling. Journal of Water and Health, 23(4), 450-460. [† Equally contributed first author]. (Q2)

2. Anower, A. M., Sayed, A., Tamal, A. K., Ansari, W. K., & Arafat, M. Y. (2023). Knowledge, attitude and practice assessment of bovine tuberculosis among abattoir personnel in Barishal City of Bangladesh. Asian Journal of Medical and Biological Research, 9(3), 97-105.

3. Sayed, A*., Hossain, M. H., Akter, S., Mamun or Rashid, M. (2023). Demographic factors influencing Lumpy Skin Disease (LSD) prevalence at Barishal District, Bangladesh: A retrospective study. Journal of Bangladesh Agricultural University, 21(1), 33–37.

4. Sayed, A*., Hossain, H., Akter, S., Islam, E. (2023). Coproscopical approach to assess the current epidemiology of bovine paramphistomiasis at Babuganj, Barishal District, Bangladesh. Asian Journal of Research in Animal and Veterinary Sciences, 11(1), 9-14.

5. Sayed, A., Akter, S., Roni, A.H., Ansari, W.K. (2022). A cross-sectional study: Farmer’s perceptions, practices, and knowledge on antimicrobial drug and resistance in Cumilla District, Bangladesh. Asian-Australasian Journal of Bioscience and Biotechnology, 7(2), 57-74.

1. Khalil, I., Sayed, A*., Jawad, N., Mamun, T. I., Mahmud, S., Rahman, K., Hayat, S., Badhy, S. C., Alam, M. N., & Chowdhury, G. A. (2025). Outbreak investigation of hemorrhagic septicemia in a water buffalo on Meghna River Island, Bhola, Bangladesh. Iranian Journal of Veterinary Medicine. (Q2)

1. Khalil, I., Sayed, A., Kabir, A. K. M. A., Alam, M. N., Hossain, S. M. I., Dipa, R. A., & Rahman, M. T. Determinants of multidrug-resistant urinary tract infections: A retrospective cross-sectional study from a tertiary care hospital in southern Bangladesh. PLOS Global Public Health.

1. Sayed, A. (2025). IELTS স্পিকিং নিঞ্জা টেকনিক. Zenodo. (ISBN Number: 978-984-35-8030-6) https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.16790001 (www.sciskill.org/publications)   

1. Assessing the Constraints in Combating Antimicrobial Resistance in Livestock Farming: A Global Policy and Implementation Analysis — FAO RENOFARM Youth Poster Challenge, 2nd International Symposium on Animal Disease and Health, Nanjing, China (November 15–17, 2024).

https://www.fao.org/one-health/highlights/renofarm-youth-poster-challenge/

White Paper

1. Khalil, I., Jawad, N., & Sayed, A*. (2025). Reimagining Rabies Elimination: Youth Leadership and Innovation-Driven Strategies to Accelerate Zero by 2030. Zenodo. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.16327560   (www.sciskill.org/publications)

Position Paper

1. Food and Agriculture Youth Institute (FAYI), International Association of Students in Agricultural and Related Sciences (IAAS). (2024). A One Health Approach for the Prevention of Antimicrobial Resistance in Livestock for Safeguarding both Animal and Public Health in Bangladesh. Zenodo. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.16512378 (Lead Author & Supervisor).  (www.sciskill.org/publications)

Global Youth Statements

2. UNEA-6 on behalf of IAAS

3. COP28 on behalf of IAAS

4. CYMG (UNEP) Statement, UNGA AMR High-Level Meeting (2024)

1. Sayed, A. (2025, July 8). A Race Against Time: Youth and Innovation Must Drive Rabies Elimination by 2030. The Daily Tribunal.

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Collaboration

I am open to research collaborations, scientific discussions, and policy development initiatives. For collaboration inquiries, please contact me via email.