Mr Md. Ripaj Uddin, Bangladesh Council of Scientific and Industrial Research, BCSIR, Bangladesh
Mr. Md. Ripaj Uddin is a dedicated Scientific Officer at the Institute of National Analytical Research and Service (INARS), BCSIR, Bangladesh 🇧🇩. He holds an M.Sc. in Environmental Science 🌍 and a B.Sc. in Chemistry 🧪 from National University. With over 8 years of experience in research and development, his expertise spans environmental science, analytical chemistry, phytoremediation, and water quality analysis 💧. He has authored 30+ publications 📚 and led impactful projects, including desalination and bioactive compound isolation 🌱. Recognized as BCSIR’s Best Innovator (2020) 🏆, Mr. Uddin actively mentors students and contributes to ISO-accredited testing and safety standards.
Publication Profile
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Education
Mr. Md. Ripaj Uddin holds a Master of Science (Research) in Environmental Science from National University, Bangladesh (2009–2010), graduating with First Class honors (71%). His thesis focused on assessing the degradation of the Karnafully River estuarine water and its environmental impacts 🌊🌱. The one-year program included extensive laboratory and field studies, GIS analyses, and evaluations of toxic pollutants’ risks to aquatic life and human health ⚗️🗺️. Supervised by Dr. Muhammad Edrish Ali, the 25,000-word research spanned two semesters. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from the same university (2005–2009), achieving Second Class honors 🎓🔬.
Experience
Mr. Md. Ripaj Uddin has over 8 years of research experience at Bangladesh’s top Government research organization, BCSIR. He currently serves as a Scientific Officer at BCSIR since July 2021. Prior to this, he worked as a Research Chemist from March 2016 to July 2021. Earlier, he held the position of Assistant Research Officer at Active Fine Chemicals Ltd. His roles include overseeing ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accreditation for water quality testing, ensuring chemical safety, and supervising laboratory staff. His expertise spans Atomic Absorption Spectrometry (AAS), TOC Analysis, and NMR Testing. He is an Academic Editor for PLOS ONE and a Guest Editor for journals such as Air, Soil & Water Research. He has reviewed over 50 manuscripts for prominent journals like Science of the Total Environment, Environmental Management, and Heliyon. 🌱🔬🧪.
Grands and Awards
Md. Ripaj Uddin has led six projects at BCSIR with research grants totaling approximately $10,000 USD, including initiatives like developing a cost-effective desalination process, isolating bioactive compounds from mangrove species, and producing alkaline minerals. He is currently overseeing projects such as producing vinegar from Nypa fruticans and rainwater harvesting for sustainable irrigation. Additionally, he is associated with ten other projects, including arsenic removal technology, solar-powered water purification, and phytoremediation studies. Uddin is also involved in BCSIR Apps Development and Chemical Inventory Development, with a project grant of $17,000 USD and $3,000 USD, respectively. He has supervised more than five students in their research work and was honored as the Best Innovator of BCSIR in 2020. 🌊🔬🌴
Research Focus
Md. Ripaj Uddin’s research primarily focuses on environmental pollution and water quality issues in Bangladesh. His studies explore the impacts of COVID-19-driven personal protective equipment (PPE) waste on terrestrial and aquatic environments, particularly in Chittagong City. He has assessed physicochemical parameters, determined corrosive characteristics of estuarine water, and evaluated municipal solid waste for clean energy production. His work also includes quality assessments of drinking water and pollution risks to the Karnaphuli River. His research aims to address environmental challenges and improve water resource management in South Asia. 🌍💧🧪
Publication Top Notes
PPE pollution in the terrestrial and aquatic environment of the Chittagong city area associated with the COVID‑19 pandemic and concomitant health implications
Effects of vermicompost on growth and leaf biomass yield of stevia and post harvest fertility status of soil
Amassing the Covid-19 driven PPE wastes in the dwelling environment of Chittagong Metropolis and associated implications
Assessment of some physicochemical parameters and determining the corrosive characteristics of the Karnaphuli estuarine water, Chittagong, Bangladesh
Development of a fabricated first-flush rainwater harvested technology to meet up the freshwater scarcity in a South Asian megacity, Dhaka, Bangladesh
Characterization of municipal solid waste for effective utilization as an alternative source for clean energy production
Physicochemical and microbiological quality of potable water supplied by DWASA in dhaka city of Bangladesh