Professor Dr. Mohammad Zoynal Abedin | |
|---|---|
| Born | 1974 (age 49–50) |
| Nationality | Bangladeshi |
| Occupation(s) | Professor, University Administrator |
| Office | 7th Vice-Chancellor |
| Predecessor | Habibur Rahman |
| Academic background | |
| Alma mater | Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology Nagoya Institute of Technology |
Mohammad Zoynal Abedin (born 1974) is a Bangladeshi mechanical engineer and academic. He is a professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at DUET and currently serves as its Vice-Chancellor.[1]
Early Life and Education
editMohammad Zoynal Abedin was born in 1974 in Kutubdia Upazila, Cox's Bazar District. He earned his bachelor's and master's degrees in mechanical engineering from the Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET) in 1998 and 2004, respectively. In 2010, he completed his Ph.D. in thermo-fluid mechanics at the Nagoya Institute of Technology, Japan. He also completed post-doctoral research at Yonsei University in South Korea in 2015 and Incheon National University in 2016.[2]
Career
editMohammad Zoynal Abedin began his teaching career in 1999 as a lecturer in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at DUET. He became an assistant professor in 2004, an associate professor in 2011, and a professor in 2013. He specializes in thermal engineering, fluid mechanics, energy systems, and refrigeration and air conditioning engineering. He has published over 50 research papers in both domestic and international journals. Besides teaching and research, he has held various administrative roles, including Dean of the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Head of the Department, and Director of Consultancy Research and Testing Service (CRTS). He has also served as a technical expert and consultant for numerous national and international projects.[3] On 21 October 2024, he was appointed as the 7th Vice-Chancellor of DUET.[4]
Research Interests and Publications
editDr. Abedin's primary research interests lie in renewable energy, sustainable engineering, and energy efficiency. His work aims to provide practical solutions for energy challenges, with a particular focus on reducing the carbon footprint in industrial sectors. He has authored numerous research papers and has presented his findings at both national and international conferences.
Awards and Recognition
editThroughout his career, Dr. Abedin has received recognition for his contributions to engineering and renewable energy. He has been honored by various academic and professional organizations for his work in advancing the field of mechanical engineering in Bangladesh.
References
edit- ^ "DUET's New Vice-Chancellor Professor Dr. Mohammad Zoynal Abedin". Kaler Kantho. 21 October 2024. Retrieved 22 October 2024.
- ^ "Profile of Dr. Mohammad Zoynal Abedin". Dhaka University of Engineering and Technology. Retrieved 22 October 2024.
- ^ "Dr. Mohammad Zoynal Abedin's CV". DUET. Retrieved 22 October 2024.
- ^ "Professor Dr. Mohammad Zoynal Abedin Appointed DUET Vice-Chancellor". Bangladesh Pratidin. 22 October 2024. Retrieved 22 October 2024.