š EducationĀ
Ph.D. in Applied Microbiology, Okayama University, Japan (Ongoing). M.S. in Microbiology, Bangladesh Agricultural University (2014, CGPA: 3.46/4.0). B.Sc. in Microbiology, Jessore Science and Technology University (2012, CGPA: 3.16/4.0). HSC, Rajshahi Board (2007, GPA: 4.2/5.0). SSC, Rajshahi Board (2005, GPA: 4.69/5.0).
š¼ ExperienceĀ
Ph.D. Researcher, Okayama University (Present). Quality Manager, Accolade Certification, Bangladesh (ISO standards implementation). Microbiologist, Modern Food Testing Lab, Chittagong City Corporation (ISO 17025 compliance, lab setup, team leadership). Research Assistant, Bangladesh Agricultural University (2013ā2014).
š Awards and Honors
Postdoctoral Fellowship, Academia Sinica. ISO Lead Auditor Certification, ISO 9001:2015. Professional HACCP Training. Recognized for contributing to food safety culture in national and multinational companies.
š¬ Research FocusĀ
Applied Microbiology: Detection of Aeromonas hydrophila in prawns. ISO Standards: Food safety compliance and implementation. Microbiological Techniques: Water and food testing. Innovative Solutions: Industrial microbiology and bioremediation.
Conclusion
Md. Bakhtiar Lijon’s multifaceted expertise, research contributions, and commitment to applied microbiology strongly position him as a deserving candidate for the Young Scientist Award.