Dr Mst. Sarmina Yeasmin | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

Principal Scientific Officer at Bangladesh Council of Scientific and Industrial Research, Bangladesh

Dr. Sarmina Yeasmin, a prominent figure in scientific research, serves as the Principal Scientific Officer at the Bangladesh Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (BCSIR) in Rajshahi. With a Ph.D. in Environmental Science from the University of Rajshahi, she specializes in converting agricultural waste into value-added products. Her academic journey includes an impressive track record, including a First Class M.Sc. in Applied Chemistry & Chemical Technology and a B.Sc. (Honours) from the same institution.

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Academic Background:

Ph.D. in Environmental Science, University of Rajshahi, Bangladesh (2016). M.Sc. in Applied Chemistry & Chemical Technology, University of Rajshahi, Bangladesh (2005). B.Sc. (Honours) in Applied Chemistry & Chemical Technology, University of Rajshahi, Bangladesh (2003)

Professional Experiences:

Principal Scientific Officer, BCSIR, Rajshahi (2019 – Present). Senior Scientific Officer, BCSIR, Rajshahi (2011 – 2019). Scientific Officer, BCSIR, Rajshahi (2006 – 2011). Part-time Lecturer, Department of Materials Science and Technology, University of Rajshahi (2008 – 2009)

Training & Expertise:

Proficient in operating and maintaining various scientific instruments. Trained in Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIRO), Melbourne, Australia. Specialized in analysis of polymeric products and extraction/purification of oils and plants

Research Focus: Environmental Science

Dr. Mst. Sarmina Yeasmin’s research in environmental science primarily centers around sustainable utilization of agro residue as waste, particularly in the context of food production. Her work includes investigating innovative methods to convert agricultural waste, such as corn waste, into value-added products. Through her expertise in polymer science, materials science, and oils and fats research, Dr. Yeasmin aims to contribute to environmental sustainability by developing strategies for reducing waste and maximizing resource efficiency in food and agricultural industries.

Citations:

Since 2019, Dr. Mst. Sarmina Yeasmin has been cited 630 times, with an h-index of 12 and an i10-index of 14. Overall, her work has garnered a total of 973 citations. These metrics indicate a significant impact in her field, reflecting the recognition and influence of her research contributions within the academic community.

Publications Top Notes 📰

“Preparation of food grade carboxymethyl cellulose from corn husk agrowaste”
- Authors: MIH Mondal, MS Yeasmin, MS Rahman
- Published in: International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 2015
- Citations: 217
“Synthesis of highly substituted carboxymethyl cellulose depending on cellulose particle size”
- Authors: MS Yeasmin, MIH Mondal
- Published in: International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 2015
- Citations: 138
“Characteristics of oils and nutrient contents of Nigella sativa Linn. and Trigonella foenum-graecum seeds”
- Authors: MA Ali, MA Sayeed, MS Alam, MS Yeasmin, AM Khan, II Muhamad
- Published in: Bulletin of the Chemical Society of Ethiopia, 2012
- Citations: 98
“Antimicrobial screening of different extracts of Piper longum Linn”
- Authors: MA Ali, NM Alam, MS Yeasmin, AM Khan, MA Sayeed, VB Rao
- Published in: Research Journal of Agricultural and Biological Sciences, 2007
- Citations: 85
“Antimicrobial screening of Cassia fistula and Mesua ferrea”
- Authors: MA Ali, MA Sayeed, MSA Bhuiyan, FI Sohel, MS Yeasmin
- Published in: Journal of Medical Sciences, 2004
- Citations: 67
“Characteristics of seed oils and nutritional compositions of seeds from different varieties of Momordica charantia Linn. cultivated in Bangladesh”
- Authors: MA Ali, MA Sayeed, MS Reza, MS Yeasmin, AM Khan
- Published in: Czech Journal of Food Sciences, 2008
- Citations: 64

Dr Ammara Talib | Water Resource | Women Researcher Award

PostDoctoral Research Fellow at Harvard University, United States

Ammara Talib is a highly accomplished researcher and engineer specializing in Civil & Environmental Engineering, with a particular focus on Water Resource Engineering. She obtained her Ph.D. from the University of Wisconsin Madison, where her dissertation concentrated on the prediction and forecasting of evapotranspiration and groundwater anomalies, with a specialization in water resource engineering.

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🏫 Education:

Ph.D. in Civil & Environmental Engineering, University of Wisconsin Madison, Aug 2023. MS in Environmental Conservation, University of Massachusetts Amherst, June 2015. BS in Earth & Environmental Sciences, University of Punjab Lahore, Pakistan

🔍 Research Experience:

Postdoctoral Research Associate at Harvard Forest, Harvard University (Sep 2023 – Aug 2024). Research Assistant at UW Madison (Sep 2017 – Aug 2023) and UW Madison Environmental Fluid Mechanics Lab (Sep 2015 – 2016) Fulbright research fellow at University of Massachusetts Amherst (Sep 2012 – Jun 2015)

🏆 Awards and Fellowships:

She has received numerous awards and fellowships for her academic achievements and research contributions, including grants from UW Water Resources Institute and Wisconsin Potato and Vegetation Growers Association.

🎓 Teaching and Mentorship:

Ammara has experience as a mentor for undergraduate research programs and teaching assistant for various courses in biology and meteorology.

🔬 Research Focus: Water Resource

Ammara Talib is a dedicated water resource researcher, focusing on understanding and managing water systems in the context of environmental change and human impact. Her research encompasses a wide range of topics.

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Mst. Sarmina Yeasmin | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award