Profile

I'm an agricultural scientist with a passion for sustainable crop management. My academic journey began with a bachelor's degree in Agriculture followed by a master's in Crop Botany from Bangladesh Agricultural University. Then, I pursued an Erasmus Mundus master's in Sustainable Forest and Nature Management, collaborating with universities in Germany (University of Göttingen) and Denmark (University of Copenhagen). My PhD research at the University of Liege in Belgium focused on the ecological impacts of climate change, particularly the effects of drought on young forests. I investigated how combining different tree species with drought stress affects various above-ground and below-ground processes in a young forest plantation. Currently, my research focuses on black pepper production and management in Bangladesh. Our team has successfully documented the existing black pepper growing areas and current management practices in the Sylhet region. In my lab, we're exploring efficient propagation methods using tissue culture and hormone-based techniques for cuttings. This research aims to expand the cultivation of black pepper beyond traditional areas. We're particularly interested in introducing black pepper in the shade trees of tea gardens and integrating it into the homesteads of tea garden workers. Beyond black pepper, I have a strong interest in the effects of land-use changes on soil nutrient dynamics and carbon dioxide emissions. Our lab fosters a vibrant research environment, with six undergraduate students, two master's students, and one research fellow working on various projects. We welcome undergraduate and master's students with a passion for this field to join our research group!