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First Grade-1 Professor in JUST History

Professor Dr. Shaikh Mizanur Rahman Becomes First Grade-1 Professor at JUST

23rd February 2026

The Department of Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (GEBT), Jashore University of Science and Technology (JUST), proudly celebrates the promotion of Prof. Dr. Shaikh Mizanur Rahman to Grade‑1 Professor. As the first in both the department and university, his achievement was honored with flowers in a formal ceremony.

JUST Scientists Win BFRI Grant to Boost Agarwood Resin

JUST scientists Dr. Khaledur Rahman and Prof. Nazmul Hasan secured a BDT 2.067 million BFRI grant to advance nanoparticle-based fungal inoculation for enhanced agarwood resin in Aquilaria malaccensis. The contract was signed at BFRI Chittagong on 22 December 2025....

23 Dec 2025

New leadership begins with candid discussions on bridging dreams and realities in the Department of Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology

Breaking Barriers: Newly Appointed GEBT Chairman Sparks Student-Only Dialogue at JUST

Prof. Dr. A.M. Swaraz, the newly appointed Chairman of GEBT at JUST, initiated his tenure with a student-only meeting on November 1, 2025. The discussion centered on students’ struggles, aspirations, and departmental challenges, marking a fresh approach to leadership that prioritizes transparency and student voices....

01 Nov 2025

Department of GEBT Strengthens Faculty with Fifth Professor

Dr. Md. Shahedur Rahman Promoted to Professor at JUST

Dr. Md. Shahedur Rahman has been promoted to professor at JUST, marking a significant milestone for the Department of GEBT. His promotion brings the total number of professors in the department to five....

18 Oct 2025

GEBT Welcomes New Chairman Prof. Dr. A.M. Swaraz

Prof. Dr. A.M. Swaraz Appointed Chairman of GEBT at JUST

The Department of GEBT at JUST has appointed Prof. Dr. A.M. Swaraz as Chairman. A molecular biologist, Prof. Swaraz succeeds Prof. Dr. Md. Nazmul Hasan, whose tenure advanced academic innovation. The transition was marked by heartfelt celebrations from students and faculty, reflecting deep respect and optimism for the department’s future....

12 Oct 2025