About Me
Md. Ataur Rahman is serving as a faculty member in the Department of Pharmacy at Mawlana Bhashani Science and Technology University (MBSTU), Bangladesh. He is renowned for his unwavering commitment to academic excellence, innovative research, and student development. Born (on 05 June 1993) into a respected Muslim family in the Rajshahi district of Bangladesh, he cultivated values of honesty, hard work, and community service from an early age. His journey from a small-town upbringing to becoming an inspiring educator reflects his perseverance, integrity, and passion for knowledge.
His educational journey began in a village, where he completed his secondary school education. Demonstrating academic promise, he later moved to Rajshahi Collegiate School and College, one of Bangladesh’s most famous institutions, to pursue his Higher Secondary Certificate. His thirst for knowledge led him to Jahangirnagar University, where he earned both his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Pharmacy, laying a robust foundation for his future career.
As a faculty member at MBSTU, Mr. Rahman has become a respected figure in the Pharmacy department, known for his dynamic teaching techniques and ability to bridge theoretical concepts with real-world applications. Colleagues and students alike admire his honesty, approachability, and dedication to inspiring critical thinking and innovation. Beyond the classroom, he actively engages in cutting-edge research, focusing on areas such as Pharmacology, Toxicology, Nanotechnology, In silico Drug Discovery, and Public Health challenges relevant to Bangladesh. His work envisions the use of science to uplift communities with affordable and accessible healthcare solutions.
Mr. Rahman’s commitment extends beyond academics. He takes pride in mentoring and guiding students through research projects, extracurricular activities, and career planning. Rooted in the cultural and ethical values of his upbringing, Mr. Rahman balances professionalism with humility. His journey from a village in Rajshahi to a respected faculty member underscores his belief in education as a transformative force. Colleagues describe him as a collaborative team player, while students revere him as a compassionate mentor who prioritizes their growth. As Md. Ataur Rahman continues to contribute to academia and research; his story remains a beacon of dedication, proving that integrity, hard work, and a passion for empowering others can create a lasting impact in the pharmaceutical sciences and beyond.
Research Interest
My research interests encompass Pharmacology and Toxicology, Pharmaceutics, and advanced Drug Delivery Systems, with an emphasis on improving therapeutic safety and efficacy. I am particularly intrigued by Molecular Biology and Biotechnology approaches to elucidate disease pathways and uncover novel drug targets. My focus extends to Medicinal Chemistry and Drug Development, aiming to design and optimize bioactive molecules with clinical potential. I am also interested in Nanotechnology and Nanomedicine to achieve precision-targeted therapies and controlled release mechanisms. Additionally, I explore Phytochemistry for natural product-based therapeutics, linking laboratory discoveries with translational applications to address pressing challenges in Public Health.
Professional & Other Experiences
TEACHING EXPERIENCES
1. September 2023- Present.
Lecturer, Department of Pharmacy, Mawlana Bhashani Science and Technology University, Santosh, Tangail–1902, Bangladesh.
2. August 2022 – September 2023.
Lecturer, Department of Pharmacy, World University of Bangladesh, Avenue 6 & Lake Drive Road, Sector: 17/H, Uttara, Dhaka-1230, Bangladesh.
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
"House Tutor'' at Alema Khatun Bhashani Hall (AKBH), Mawlana Bhashani Science and Technology University, Santosh, Tangail–1902, Bangladesh. | March – September 2024
OTHER EXPERIENCES
- Advisor, “Badhan” (The largest voluntary blood donors' organization in Bangladesh), A.F.M Kamaluddin Hall unit, Jahangirnagar University, Savar, Dhaka -1342, Bangladesh | 2017-Present
- Founder President, “Pharma Care Initiative”, Mawlana Bhashani Science and Technology University, Santosh, Tangail – 1902, Bangladesh. | 30 October 2024 – Present.
- Research Assistant, “Bioassay-guided isolation of anticancer and hypoglycemic compounds and in vitro-in vivo characterization of the isolated compound from the plants of the family of Melastomataceae and Lauraceae”, Department of Pharmacy, World University of Bangladesh, Avenue 6 & Lake Drive Road, Sector: 17/H, Uttara, Dhaka – 1230. | [19 August 2022 – 01 September 2023]
- President of “English Language Practice Club (ELP)”, Department of Pharmacy, Jahangirnagar University, Savar, Dhaka – 1342, Bangladesh. | 2017- 18
- Founder president, “Durgapur Student Welfare Association”, Durgapur, Rajshahi, Bangladesh. | 2017-18
- Coordinator of “English Language Practice Club (ELP)”, Department of Pharmacy, Jahangirnagar University, Savar, Dhaka – 1342, Bangladesh. |2016- 17
- Treasurer of “English Language Practice Club (ELP)”, Department of Pharmacy, Jahangirnagar University, Savar, Dhaka – 1342, Bangladesh. |-2014-15
- Executive member of “English Language Practice Club (ELP)”, Department of Pharmacy, Jahangirnagar University, Savar, Dhaka – 1342, Bangladesh. |2012-13
- Member and Group Coordinator of “Laboratory for Natural Product Research”, Department of Pharmacy, Jahangirnagar University, Savar, Dhaka - 1342, Bangladesh. | 2012-14
- Executive member, “Badhan” (The largest voluntary blood donors' organization in Bangladesh), A.F.M Kamaluddin Hall unit, Jahangirnagar University, Savar, Dhaka - 1342, Bangladesh. | 2012
- Executive member, “Ethics Club Bangladesh” Jahangirnagar University unit, Jahangirnagar University, Savar, Dhaka - 1342, Bangladesh. | 2012
Education
1. 2017
MS in Pharmaceutical Science, Department of Pharmacy, Jahangirnagar University (JU), Savar, Dhaka-1342, Bangladesh.
Thesis: Bioactive phytochemical constituents’ identification and investigation for antioxidant and hepatoprotective potential of Bombax insigne (Sw.) K. Schum.
2. 2016
Bachelor of Pharmacy (Professional), Department of Pharmacy, Jahangirnagar University (JU), Savar, Dhaka-1342, Bangladesh
Research project: Analysis of heavy metal contents in some commercial turmeric samples available in Dhaka, Bangladesh.
3. 2010
Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC), Science Group, Rajshahi Collegiate School and College, Rajshahi Board, Rajshahi, Bangladesh
4. 2008
Secondary School Certificate (SSC), Science Group, Hat Kanpara High School, Durgapur, Rajshahi Board, Rajshahi, Bangladesh.
Teaching
Theory courses
1. (PHAR 6101) Natural Product Research and Drug Discovery
2. (PHAR 4207) Cosmetology
3. (PHAR 4107) Biopharmaceutics and Pharmacokinetics II
4. (PHAR 4111) Food, Nutraceuticals, and Herbal Medicines
5. (PHAR 3209) Pharmaceutical Engineering II
6. (PHAR 3109) Pharmaceutical Engineering I
7. (PHAR 1205) Organic Pharmacy II
8. (PHAR 1105) Organic Pharmacy I
Laboratory courses
1. (PHAR 3108) Pharmacology II Lab
2. (PHAR 1104) Inorganic Pharmacy I Lab
Workshop and Training
1. Participated in a “Day Long Workshop on Teaching-Learning and Assessment: Methods and Techniques”, Organized by the Institutional Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC), Mawlana Bhashani Science and Technology University, Santosh, Tangail – 1902, Bangladesh. | 29 January 2025
2. Participated in a “Workshop on Writing Sub-Project Proposal for Academic Transformation Fund (ATF)” Organized by the Institutional Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC), Mawlana Bhashani Science and Technology University, Santosh, Tangail – 1902, Bangladesh. | 08 January 2025
3. Participated in a “Workshop on Microteach: A New Approach in Teaching-Learning at MBSTU” Organized by the Institutional Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC), Mawlana Bhashani Science and Technology University, Santosh, Tangail – 1902, Bangladesh. | 04 February 2024
4. Participated in a “Training on Automation of Results Processing System Software”, arranged by the office of the Controller of the examination, Mawlana Bhashani Science and Technology University, Santosh, Tangail – 1902, Bangladesh. | 13 November 2023
5. Participated in a “Workshop on strategic plan formulation and implementation for the Department of Pharmacy, World University of Bangladesh for 2023 – 2027” Avenue 6 & Lake Drive Road, Sector: 17/H, Uttara, Dhaka – 1230, Bangladesh. | 03-05 July 2023
6. Participated in a “Training on the Use of Bloom’s Taxonomy in Curriculum Development” held at World University of Bangladesh and organized by the Institutional Quality Assurance Cell, World University of Bangladesh, Avenue 6 & Lake Drive Road, Sector: 17/H, Uttara, Dhaka – 1230, Bangladesh. | July 2023
7. Participated in a “Workshop on Essential Tips for Publication in High Impact Journals”, Organized by the Department of Business Administration of World University of Bangladesh at World University of Bangladesh, Avenue 6 & Lake Drive Road, Sector: 17/H, Uttara, Dhaka – 1230, Bangladesh. | 26 July 2023
8. Participated in “Hospital Training on Patient Management in Burn and Plastic Surgery Unit,"' at Sheikh Hasina National Institute of Burn and Plastic Surgery, 63, AHM Kamruzzaman Sharani, Chankharpul, Dhaka, Bangladesh. | September 2017
9. Participated in an “In-Plant Training on Production and Quality Management System of Pharmaceutical Products” at Beximco Pharmaceuticals LTD., Tongi, Gazipur, Bangladesh | December 2016
10. Participated in a “Training on 5th Introductory Course in Palliative Care, Organized by Palliative Care Society of Bangladesh and Supported by Centre for Palliative Care, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University, Shahbag, Dhaka-1000, Bangladesh. | March-2016
11. Participated in a “Training on Hospital Public Relations and Medical Transcription”, Organized by Enam Medical College and Hospital, 9/3 Parboti Nagar, Thana Road, Savar, Dhaka-1340, Bangladesh. | December 2013
Publications
2. Akter, R., Rahman, M. A.*, Bijly, R. A., Akhter, M. S., Khatun, M. C. S., Ferdiousi, N., Khandaker, G., & Rafiquzzaman, M. (2025). Status of heavy metals in naturally grown native fish in Bangladesh and its consequences on human health: A Comprehensive review. American Journal of Analytical Chemistry, 16(05), 69–105. https://doi.org/10.4236/ajac.2025.165005
3. Akter, M., Perveen, F. F., Nuren, N. Z., Ahmed, N., Rahman, M. A., Billah, M. M., Bari, M. A., Ahmed, S., & Islam, M. N. (2025). Antioxidant, anti-glycation and hypoglycemic potentials of Acmella uliginosa: a probable candidate for the amelioration of diabetes mellitus. Phytomedicine Plus, 100777. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.phyplu.2025.100777
4. Tonmoy, S., Rahman, M. A.*, Akter, T., Akter, R. and Rafiquzzaman, M.* (2025) Pharmaceutical Quality Evaluation of Vonoprazan Film Coated Tablets: A Newly Approved and Launched First-in-Class Potassium Competitive Acid Blocker Marketed in Bangladesh. Open Access Library Journal, 12: e12882. https://doi.org/10.4236/oalib.1112882
5. Eva, M.A., Ovi, M.A.R., Akhter, M.S., Tanjin, R., Akter, R., Samapti, M.M.S., Masuma, R., and Rahman, M. A.* (2025) Prevention Treatment and Management Strategies for Monkeypox Virus Infection in Pregnant and Breastfeeding Women: A Systematic Review. Advances in Infectious Diseases, 15, 110-127. https://doi.org/10.4236/aid.2025.151009
6. Rahman, M. A., Masuma, R., Bala, A. K., Islam, M. A. F., & Hossain, M. S. (2023). Investigation of In-vivo antioxidant and hepatoprotective potential of ethanolic extracts of Bombax insigne (Sw.) K. Schum on Swiss albino Rat. International Journal of Biological and Pharmaceutical Sciences Archive, 5(1), 087–096. https://doi.org/10.53771/ijbpsa.2023.5.1.0025
7. Akter, T., Uddin, M. M., Rahman, M. A., Islam, M. S., & Rafiquzzaman, M. (2022, July 24). Quality assessment of ciprofloxacin tablets - an antimicrobial drug marketed in Bangladesh. Jahangirnagar University Journal of Biological Sciences, 10(1–2), 9–17. https://doi.org/10.3329/jujbs.v10i1-2.60843
8. Rahman, M. A., Akter, T., Akter, R., Sarkar, B. K., & Md Rafiquzzaman. (2021, June 1). Analysis of heavy metal contents in some commercial turmeric samples available at Dhaka, Bangladesh. Jahangirnagar University Journal of Biological Sciences, 9(1–2), 13–20. https://doi.org/10.3329/jujbs.v9i1-2.53703
9. Islam, A. F., Masuma, R., Barua, A., Ahmed, M., Rahman, A., Sobuj, A., & Ershad. (2021). Phytochemical Screening and Pre-Clinical Evaluation of Analgesic, Anti-Inflammatory and Antipyretic Potentials of the Ethanolic Extract of Wedelia Trilobata. International Journal of Pharmacy, Vols. 11–6, pp. 1–9
10. Akter, R., Sarkar, B. K., Akter, R., Sarkar, B. K., Afrose, F., Das, J., Rahman, A., & Dr Kundu, S. K. (2020). Assessment of hexavalent chromium in broiler chicken meat. International Journal of Sciences &. Journal of Applied Research, 7(8), 13–17
11. Rahman, M. A., Bala, A. K., Rahman, M. A., Hasan, M. K., & Masuma, R. (2019, August 3). Neuropharmacological and gastrointestinal evaluation of coloring agent metanil yellow used in food and beverages. Jahangirnagar University Journal of Biological Sciences, 8(1), 35–44. https://doi.org/10.3329/jujbs.v8i1.42466
12. Mondal M., Bepari T. C., Rahman M. A., Mandal S. C., Kundu S. K., Patterns and Trends of Cancer and its Treatment in Hospitals of Dhaka City in Bangladesh, The Pharma Review, pp.96-100, 2017
2. S.S.I. Choiti, S.I. Morsalin, M. N. Istiak, T.R. Oishe, M. A. Hasan, U. Karmoker and M. A. Rahman*, “Knowledge, Attitudes and Practice Towards Antibiotic Use and Resistance among Pharmacy Shopkeepers in Tangail Sadar of Bangladesh”, Published in the conference book, Presented as a poster in the “3rd International Conference on Advancement of Life Sciences”, organized by the Faculty of Life Science, Mawlana Bhashani Science and Technology University, Santosh, Tangail – 1902, Bangladesh. | 11-12 January 2025
3. M. H. Mahmud, S. S. Parves and M. A. Rahman*, “The Recovery Pill? A Detailed Investigations for Exploring the Risks and Side Effects of Antidepressant Medications on Human Health: A Comprehensive Review”, Published in the conference book, Presented as a poster in the “3rd International Conference on Advancement of Life Sciences”, organized by the Faculty of Life Science, Mawlana Bhashani Science and Technology University, Santosh, Tangail – 1902, Bangladesh. | 11-12 January 2025
4. T. J. Tomaa, M. Aktera, S. S. Tomaa, N. Sakiba, M. R. Islama, M. S. Akhterb and M. A. Rahmana*, “Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practice Regarding Antibiotic Utilization and Resistance among University Students in Bangladesh”, Published in the conference book, Presented as a poster in the “3rd International Conference on Advancement of Life Sciences”, organized by the Faculty of Life Science, Mawlana Bhashani Science and Technology University, Santosh, Tangail – 1902, Bangladesh. | 11-12 January 2025
5. S. S. Parves a, M. H. Mahmud a, M. S. Akhter b and M. A. Rahman a*, “The Ragging and Its Cruel Consequences on Academic Performance and Mental Health of Newly Admitted University Students in Bangladesh”, Published in the conference book, Presented as a poster in the “3rd International Conference on Advancement of Life Sciences”, organized by the Faculty of Life Science, Mawlana Bhashani Science and Technology University, Santosh, Tangail – 1902, Bangladesh. | 11-12 January 2025
6. Rebeka Sultana, Md. Ataur Rahman and Md. Mizanur Rahman Moghal*, “Phytochemical Screening and Evaluation of Pharmacological Potentials of Ceriops decandra, A Mangrove Plant of Sundarbans”, Published in the conference book, Presented as a poster in the “1st International Conference on Science and Technology for Sustainable Development 2024 (ICSTSD 2024)”, Organized by the Research Cell, Mawlana Bhashani Science and Technology University, Santosh, Tangail – 1902, Bangladesh. | 05- 06 March 2024