Alumni
HOPE Lab · Laboratory for Health, Omics and Pathway Exploration
We are proud of our alumni who have contributed to the growth and success of HOPE Lab. Their dedication and hard work during their time with us have left a lasting impact on our research and continue to inspire our ongoing scientific pursuits.
Mukta Das
Lecturer
CMP College
Education:
MS in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, University of Chittagong, Bangladesh
BSc in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, University of Chittagong, Bangladesh
Thesis Subject: Protease producing bacteria in the gut of Nile tilapia: phylogenetic, cellular and biochemical properties and substrate preferences of secreted protease
Publications from HOPE Lab:
Substrate preferences, phylogenetic and biochemical properties of proteolytic bacteria present in the digestive tract of Nile tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus) – AIMS Microbiology, 2021
Awards:
National Science and Technology (NST) Fellowship, 2017
Sumaiya Islam Chowdhury
Scientific Officer
BCSIR, Dhaka
Past Positions: Research Fellow, BCSIR, Dhaka · Lecturer, Cox's Bazar City College
Education:
MS in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, University of Chittagong, Bangladesh
BSc in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, University of Chittagong, Bangladesh
Thesis Subject: Extracellular hydrolytic enzymes of Bombay duck gut flora
Publications from HOPE Lab:
Substrate preferences, phylogenetic and biochemical properties of proteolytic bacteria present in the digestive tract of Nile tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus) – AIMS Microbiology, 2021
Production Optimization, Stability, and Oil Emulsifying Potential of Biosurfactants from Selected Bacteria Isolated from Oil Contaminated Sites – Royal Society Open Science, 2021
Hydrolytic Exoenzymes Produced by Bacteria Isolated and Identified From the Gastrointestinal Tract of Bombay Duck – Frontiers in Microbiology, 2020
Awards:
3rd Place, Poster Competition, Bangladesh Society of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Conference, 2019
National Science and Technology (NST) Fellowship, 2018
Mohammad Nazmul Ahmed Chowdhury
Senior Officer
Pubali Bank PLC
Past Position: Biochemist, Popular Diagnostic Center, Chattogram
Education:
MS in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, University of Chittagong, Bangladesh
BSc in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, University of Chittagong, Bangladesh
Thesis Subject: Chrysanthemum associated plant growth promoting rhizobacteria
Publications from HOPE Lab:
Multifaceted plant growth promoting traits and abiotic stress resistance abilities exhibited by chrysanthemum rhizobacteria – Current Applied Science and Technology, 2024
Production Optimization, Stability, and Oil Emulsifying Potential of Biosurfactants from Selected Bacteria Isolated from Oil Contaminated Sites – Royal Society Open Science, 2021
Hydrolytic Exoenzymes Produced by Bacteria Isolated and Identified From the Gastrointestinal Tract of Bombay Duck – Frontiers in Microbiology, 2020
Halima Akter Mozumder
Biochemist
Laksham General Hospital
Education:
MS in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, University of Chittagong, Bangladesh
BSc in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, University of Chittagong, Bangladesh
Thesis Subject: Probiotic lactic acid bacteria in the dairy beverage borhani
Publications from HOPE Lab:
Antipathogenic action and antibiotic sensitivity pattern of the borhani-associated lactic acid bacterium Weissella confusa LAB-11 – Journal of Microbiology, Biotechnology and Food Sciences, 2023
Inhibition of pathogenic microbes by the lactic acid bacteria Limosilactobacillus fermentum strain LAB-1 and Levilactobacillus brevis strain LAB-5 isolated from the dairy beverage borhani – Current Research in Nutrition and Food Science, 2022
Hydrolytic Exoenzymes Produced by Bacteria Isolated and Identified From the Gastrointestinal Tract of Bombay Duck – Frontiers in Microbiology, 2020
Khadiza Akter
Assistant Teacher
Education:
MS in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, University of Chittagong, Bangladesh
BSc in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, University of Chittagong, Bangladesh
Research Subject: Extremophiles
Publications from HOPE Lab:
Inhibition of pathogenic microbes by the lactic acid bacteria Limosilactobacillus fermentum strain LAB-1 and Levilactobacillus brevis strain LAB-5 isolated from the dairy beverage borhani – Current Research in Nutrition and Food Science, 2022
Awards:
National Science and Technology (NST) Fellowship, 2020
Subrina Akter Zedny
Lab Instructor
Asian University for Women
Education:
MS in Microbiology, University of Chittagong, Bangladesh
BSc in Microbiology, University of Chittagong, Bangladesh
Research Subject: Applied Microbiology
Publications from HOPE Lab:
Production Optimization, Stability, and Oil Emulsifying Potential of Biosurfactants from Selected Bacteria Isolated from Oil Contaminated Sites – Royal Society Open Science, 2021
Substrate preferences, phylogenetic and biochemical properties of proteolytic bacteria present in the digestive tract of Nile tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus) – AIMS Microbiology, 2021
Multifaceted plant growth promoting traits and abiotic stress resistance abilities exhibited by chrysanthemum rhizobacteria – Current Applied Science and Technology, 2024
Ibrahim Khalil Faisal
Biochemist
Ibne Sina Diagnostics
Education:
MS in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, University of Chittagong, Bangladesh
BSc in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, University of Chittagong, Bangladesh
Thesis Subject: Zoonotic pathogens in poultry setting
Publications from HOPE Lab:
Assessment of the In-Vitro Probiotic Efficacy and Safety of Pediococcus pentosaceus L1 and Streptococcus thermophilus L3 Isolated from Laban, a Popular Fermented Milk Product – Archives of Microbiology, 2024
Jasmin Sultana
Education:
MS in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, University of Chittagong, Bangladesh
BSc in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, University of Chittagong, Bangladesh
Thesis Subject: Alkaliphilic organisms
Awards:
National Science and Technology (NST) Fellowship, 2021
Md. Sajib Khan
Research Fellow
National Institute of Biotechnology
Education:
MS in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, University of Chittagong, Bangladesh
BSc in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, University of Chittagong, Bangladesh
Research Subject: Probiotics, extremophiles
Publications from HOPE Lab:
Antipathogenic action and antibiotic sensitivity pattern of the borhani-associated lactic acid bacterium Weissella confusa LAB-11 – Journal of Microbiology, Biotechnology and Food Sciences, 2023
Bioactive exopolysaccharide from Limosilactobacillus fermentum LAB-1: antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and antibiofilm properties – Bioactive Carbohydrates and Dietary Fibre, 2024
Isolation of Biosurfactant Producing Bacteria from Oil-Spilled Soil and Characterization of Their Secreted Biosurfactants in Pathogen-Inhibition and Oil-Emulsification – International Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research, 2024
Raihanul Islam
Biochemist
Popular Diagnostics
Education:
MS in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, University of Chittagong, Bangladesh
BSc in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, University of Chittagong, Bangladesh
Research Subject: Probiotics
Publications from HOPE Lab:
Multifaceted Plant Growth Promoting Traits and Abiotic Stress Resistance Abilities Exhibited by Chrysanthemum Rhizobacteria – Current Applied Science and Technology, 2024