Dr. Ohidul Alam, Jiangsu University, China
Dr. Ohidul Alam is an Environmental Engineer specializing in heavy metals, microplastics, and waste management. He earned his Ph.D. from East China University of Science and Technology (2021) and currently works as a Postdoctoral Fellow at Jiangsu University, China. 🔬 His research focuses on eco-friendly wastewater treatment, hazardous waste recycling, and environmental pollution assessment. With expertise in advanced analytical techniques (ICP-MS, XRF) and life cycle assessment, he has published extensively in top environmental journals. 🧪 Passionate about sustainable development and climate change, Dr. Alam actively contributes to environmental awareness through academic writing and collaborative projects worldwide.
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Education
Dr. Ohidul Alam has a rich academic background in environmental sciences and engineering 🌱. He earned his Ph.D. in Environmental Engineering from the East China University of Science and Technology, Shanghai 🇨🇳 (2016–2021), preceded by an M.Eng. from the UNEP-Tongji Institute for Sustainable Development, Tongji University (2014–2016) 🧪. Earlier, he completed his M.S. and B.Sc. (Hons.) in Environmental Science from the University of Chittagong, Bangladesh 🇧🇩. His foundational education includes HSC from Government City College and SSC from Shilkhali High School in Cox’s Bazar. 🏫 This strong educational journey laid the groundwork for his impactful environmental research 🌏.
Experience
🧑🔬 Dr. Ohidul Alam has built an impressive career in environmental research and sustainability 🌿. Currently, he serves as a Post-doctoral Research Fellow at Jiangsu University, China 🇨🇳. His prior roles include Environmental Officer at SEP-IDF and Consultant at DM WATCH and SETS 🏢. His expertise spans hazardous waste, microplastics, climate change, and wastewater treatment 💧. With experience in academic research, project implementation, statistical analysis, and lab techniques like ICP-MS and XRD 🔬, he also writes on environmental topics for leading dailies 📰. Dr. Alam is fluent in Bangla and English and skilled in SPSS and OriginPro 💻.
Awards
Dr. Ohidul Alam has earned several prestigious awards and scholarships for his outstanding academic and research achievements 🌟. He received the Chinese Scholarship Council (CSC) and Marine Scholarship of China (MSC) in 2014 🇨🇳. In 2015, he was honored with Tongji University President Scholarship (2nd prize) 🥈, followed by the Shanghai Municipal Government Scholarship in 2016 🎓. His paper won first prize at the International Student Conference on Environment and Sustainability in 2017 📄🌍. In 2018, he received the ECUST Comprehensive Scholarship (1st prize) for academic excellence and remarkable research contributions .
Research Focus
Dr. Ohidul Alam’s research primarily focuses on environmental science, with a strong emphasis on waste management, environmental pollution, and sustainability. His work explores diverse aspects such as municipal solid waste management, plastic pollution, heavy metals contamination, and eco-friendly remediation technologies. He contributes significantly to understanding the environmental impacts of plastic bags, healthcare waste management, and green business opportunities in Bangladesh. Additionally, Dr. Alam’s recent interests include adsorption techniques for water purification and life cycle assessments. His interdisciplinary research combines chemistry, engineering, and public health to foster a more sustainable and cleaner environment.
Publication Top Notes
An in-depth review on municipal solid waste management, treatment and disposal in Bangladesh
Characteristics of plastic bags and their potential environmental hazards
Determination of the selected heavy metal and metalloid contents in various types of plastic bags
Heavy metals dispersion during thermal treatment of plastic bags and its recovery
Remediation of heavy metals polluted soil environment: A critical review on biological approaches
A preliminary life cycle assessment on healthcare waste management in Chittagong City, Bangladesh
Application of environmental ethics for sustainable development and conservation of Saint Martin s Island in Bangladesh
A deeper look into the inner factors associated to healthcare waste management in Chittagong–the commercial capital of Bangladesh
An investigation into the green business opportunity for the new entrepreneurs in the municipal wastes recycling sector of Bangladesh
Heavy metals detection and removal from contaminated water: A critical review of adsorption methodsA critical review on advances in remediation of toxic heavy metals contaminated solids by chemical processes