Dr. Md Shahin Alam | Agricultural and Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award
Dept. of Dairy and Poultry Science, Hajee Mohammad Danesh Science and Technology University, Bangladesh
Dr. Md Shahin Alam, a distinguished figure in Agricultural and Biological Sciences, has been honored with the Best Researcher Award š. As a dedicated member of the Department of Dairy and Poultry Science at Hajee Mohammad Danesh Science and Technology University, Bangladesh š§š©, Dr. Alam’s innovative research and tireless efforts have significantly advanced the field. His contributions have not only enhanced academic knowledge but also positively impacted the agricultural practices in the region š¾. This prestigious award is a testament to his commitment to excellence and his influential role in the scientific community. Congratulations, Dr. Alam! š
PROFILE
EDUCATION
Dr. Md Shahin Alam, PhD, is a distinguished expert in Dairy Farming Systems, having earned his doctorate in 2023 from the Section of Animal Husbandry in the Tropics and Subtropics at the University of Kassel, Germany š. He holds a Master’s degree in Animal Science, specializing in Dairy Farming with Automation, obtained in 2017 from Wageningen University and Research in the Netherlands š³š±. Additionally, he earned another Masterās degree in Dairy Science, focusing on Dairy Cattle Production, from Bangladesh Agricultural University, Mymensingh in 2012 š. His academic journey began with a B.Sc. in Animal Husbandry from the same university in 2011 š.
PROJECTS
Dr. Md Shahin Alam is engaged in an international collaborative project funded by the German Research Foundation (DFG) as a Doctoral Researcher. The project focuses on social-ecological systems in the tension field of Indian urban-rural gradients, particularly looking at the management factors influencing cow milk quality and safety in Bengaluru š. Additionally, he serves as a Co-project Investigator on a project funded by the Ministry of Science and Technology, Bangladesh š§š©. This project explores the use of mushrooms as antioxidants, anticoccidial agents, and growth promoters in broiler production šš. It also aims to develop cost-effective balanced rations for dairy animals using the Feed Master Android software š±, promoting profitable animal production by optimizing feeding costs.
Ā RESEARCH INTEREST
Dr. Md Shahin focuses on sustainable mixed-crop livestock farming, aiming for carbon net zero by addressing methane emissions š. His innovative approach includes transforming food waste into animal feed, reducing waste while promoting sustainability š±. Dr. Shahin also specializes in mineral profiling, ensuring that feed and food products are free from harmful heavy metals š§Ŗ. Additionally, his expertise extends to fatty acid profiling, which enhances the nutritional value of animal products š„. Using FarmDESIGN, he optimizes farm operations for sustainability and efficiency, paving the way for a greener future š.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCES
Dr. Md Shahin is an esteemed Associate Professor in Dairy Science at Hajee Mohammad Danesh Science & Technology University, Bangladesh, a position he has held since February 11, 2022. He also served as a Research Associate at the University of Kassel, Germany, from December 2023 to February 2024. Prior to these roles, he worked as a Research Assistant at Georg-August-UniversitƤt Gƶttingen and the University of Kassel from August 2019 to December 2023. Dr. Shahin has a long-standing history with his current university, where he was an Assistant Professor from May 2015 to February 2022, and a Lecturer from May 2013 to May 2015. His career began as an Animal Husbandry Officer at C.P. Bangladesh Ltd., followed by a role as Livestock Officer at the HEQEP Project, BAU. šš§¬
AWARDS
Dr. Md Shahin received the Best Poster Award at the Tropentag conference 2022 in Prague, Czech Republic, funded by the ATSAF Academy š. He has been involved in significant research with the DFG Research Unit FOR2432_A03 on Animal Nutrition at the University of Kassel and Georg-August-Universitaet Goettingen, Germany, supported by the German Research Foundation (DFG) for 4.5 years š©šŖ. Additionally, he completed a two-year MS study and research at Wageningen University and Research under the Netherlands Fellowship Program (NFP) š³š±. His MS research was also backed by the National Science and Technology fellowship from the Ministry of Science and Technology, Bangladesh š§š©. Moreover, he received the Exim Bank Ltd. merit Scholarship š.