The 1st Research Day is Celebrated at East West University
May 24, 2025
East West University (EWU) arranged its 1st Research Day 2025 to Foster Innovation and Collaboration in research. The full-day event was held at the EWU campus, Aftabnagar, Dhaka, on 24 May 2025. The event has been organized to highlight the crucial role of research in national development and fostering academic-industry collaboration. The Inaugural Session of the event was attended by Professor Dr. Shams Rahman, Vice Chancellor, EWU, who delivered the welcome speech, setting the tone for the day's discussions. Mr. Shelley A. Mubdi, Member, Board of Trustees, EWU, graced the event as Chief Guest and shared his valuable insights. The session was chaired by Professor Dr. Mohammed Farashuddin, Chairperson, Board of Trustees and Founder Vice Chancellor, East West University, who emphasized the university's commitment to research excellence.
The core of the program featured two insightful panel discussions. The first, titled "Importance of Research in Transforming Bangladesh into an Innovative Nation," explored how robust research endeavors can propel Bangladesh towards a more innovative future. The second discussion, "Importance of Academia-Industry Collaborative Research: Opportunities and Challenges," delved into the potential and hurdles of fostering strong partnerships between academic institutions and industrial sectors. Renowned researchers like Professor Haseena Khan, Professor Dr. Rashidul Haque, Dr. A.K.M. Masud, and key people from the industry arena like Humaira Azam, Firoze Mohammad, and Shihab Ahmad participated in these discussions.
A highlight of the Research Day was the "Three-Minute Presentation by Students and Faculty Members," where groups from various departments showcased their ongoing research. This engaging session provided a platform for researchers from diverse fields, including Business Administration, Economics, Computer Science and Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Pharmacy, and Social Relations, among others, to present their work across different lecture galleries.
At the end of the day, an awards ceremony was held at the Manzur Elahi Auditorium of EWU. During the ceremony, 72 researchers were recognized and received a crest and a certificate. Dr. Md. Mozammel Huq Azad Khan, a professor in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at EWU, was awarded the “Lifetime Achievement” award for his significant contributions to research. Faculty members and students from EWU actively participated throughout the Research Day event. The event concluded with a group photo session and a vote of thanks delivered by Professor Dr. Mohammad Ashik Mosaddik, Pro-Vice Chancellor, East West University, acknowledging the efforts of all involved in making the 1st Research Day a resounding success. Faculty members and some research students from EWU actively participated throughout the event.
