My name is Chowdhury Mohammad Masum Refat. I recently earned my PhD in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Osaka, Japan. My work lies at the intersection of biology, robotics, and artificial intelligence, with a focus on understanding how living organisms sense the world and how this knowledge can be used to build better robotic systems.
I am particularly interested in insects because they are small, energy-efficient, and highly capable of navigating complex environments. Through my PhD research, I explored how insect behavior and perception can be connected to electronic systems, allowing robots to benefit from natural biological intelligence rather than relying only on conventional sensors and computers.
Academic Background
PhD Candidate, Mechanical Engineering Osaka University, Japan (2021 – 2026) Research focus on biohybrid robotics, insect perception, and nature-inspired intelligent systems.
Master of Science (Research), Mechatronics Engineering International Islamic University Malaysia, Malaysia (2019 – 2021) Conducted interdisciplinary research combining electronics, robotics, and intelligent systems.
Bachelor of Science, Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering International Islamic University Chittagong, Bangladesh (2014 – 2018) Built a strong foundation in electronics, communication systems, and engineering mathematics.
Research Experience
Graduate Researcher at Morishima Laboratory, Osaka University Developing biohybrid systems that integrate living insects with electronic devices and AI-based behavior analysis.
Research Assistant at Wahyudi Intelligent System Lab (WISE), IIUM Worked on intelligent and bio-inspired robotic systems during master’s research.
Research Interests
Biohybrid and nature-inspired robotics
Insect perception and behavior analysis
Artificial intelligence for biological data
Energy-efficient and adaptive robotic systems
Interaction between living organisms and machines
Teaching and Academic Service
Teaching Assistant, Control Engineering Experiments, Osaka University
International Student Tutor, Osaka University
Reviewer for international journals and IEEE conferences
Professional Goal
Seeking postdoctoral research opportunities and international collaborations in biohybrid robotics, biologically inspired intelligence, and sustainable robotic systems.