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Dr. Muslima Khatun | Synthetic Biology | Women Researcher Award

Senior Scientific Officer at National Institute of Biotechnology, (NIB), Bangladesh.

Dr. Mst. Muslima Khatun is a Senior Scientific Officer at the National Institute of Biotechnology (NIB), Bangladesh. She specializes in plant genetic engineering, CRISPR-Cas9 genome editing, and molecular biotechnology. Her research focuses on improving crop resilience, food security, and phytoremediation through advanced biotechnological tools. Dr. Khatun has worked extensively in academia and research institutions, collaborating on projects worldwide. She has received numerous fellowships, including a Visiting Research Scholar Fellowship at Pennsylvania State University, USA. Passionate about innovation, she is actively involved in mentoring young scientists and has contributed significantly to molecular biology and biotechnology research.

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Education 🎓

Dr. Mst. Muslima Khatun earned her Ph.D. in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from the International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (ICGEB), India, and Dhaka University, Bangladesh, focusing on mitochondrial small heat shock protein genes for abiotic stress tolerance in eggplant. She obtained her M.Sc. in Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering from Islamic University, Bangladesh, with a CGPA of 3.83/4.00, and her B.Sc. in the same field from the same university, graduating with first-class honors. Her academic journey has been defined by a deep interest in molecular genetics, proteomics, metabolomics, and synthetic biology, which she has pursued with dedication and excellence.

work Experience💼

Dr. Khatun has an extensive research background spanning over a decade. She currently serves as a Senior Scientific Officer at NIB, Bangladesh, where she leads research on molecular biotechnology, plant stress adaptation, and CRISPR/Cas9 genome editing. She was a Visiting Research Scientist at Pennsylvania State University, USA, working on abiotic stress impacts on Theobroma cacao through proteomics and metabolomics. Additionally, she served as Project Director for an Annual Development Project (ADP) funded by the Government of Bangladesh, establishing advanced proteomics and metabolomics research facilities. Her previous roles include Research Scientist at the International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (ICGEB), India, and Scientific Officer at NIB, contributing to genetic engineering, abiotic stress tolerance, and pro-vitamin A enhancement in crops.

Awards and Honors 

Dr. Khatun has been recognized with several prestigious awards, including the Women’s Young Investigator Travel Award (WYITA) from the American Society of Plant Biologists (ASPB) in 2025 and the Institutional Integrity Award (2021-2022) from NIB, Bangladesh. She was awarded a Visiting Research Scholar Fellowship by Penn State Plant Sciences Institute, USA, and received the Doctoral Fellowship from Bangabandhu Science and Technology Fellowship Trust (2020-2023). She was also honored by the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) for her outstanding achievements in science and technology. Additionally, she has received research fellowships from NAM S&T Centre, India, and Indo-Bangladesh collaborative projects.

 

Research Focus

Dr. Khatun’s research is centered on plant genetic engineering, CRISPR-Cas9 genome editing, and synthetic biology. She is particularly interested in developing high-yielding and stress-tolerant crops through precision breeding. Her work involves understanding the complex molecular networks in plant-biotic and abiotic stress interactions and implementing genome editing for crop improvement. She has contributed significantly to transcriptomics, proteomics, metabolomics, and bioinformatics. Her projects include CRISPR/Cas9 editing of rice starch enzymes for diabetes-friendly rice, metabolic profiling using LC-MS/MS and GC-MS/MS, and the development of synthetic endolysins as potent antimicrobials.

Skills 💡

Dr. Khatun possesses expertise in genome editing (CRISPR/Cas9), plant molecular biology, transcriptomics, proteomics, and bioinformatics. She has hands-on experience in metabolomics using LC-MS/MS and GC-MS/MS, plant tissue culture, and genetic transformation. Her skillset includes experimental design, grant writing, manuscript preparation, data analysis, and supervising research teams. She is proficient in using advanced biotechnological tools such as Digital Droplet PCR, high-performance chromatography techniques, and fluorescence microscopy. Additionally, she has experience in research project management, laboratory setup, and conducting training programs for scientists and students.

 

Conclusion✅

Dr. Mst. Muslima Khatun is a highly deserving candidate for the Women Researcher Award. Her groundbreaking work in plant biotechnology, leadership in scientific research, and international recognition highlight her as a top contender. While she excels in academic and applied research, expanding her impact on policy and industry applications could further enhance her contributions to global food security and sustainable agriculture.

 

📚Publications to Noted

 

An Improved Agrobacterium Mediated Transformation and Regeneration Protocol for Successful Genetic Engineering and CRISPR/Cas9 Based Genome Editing in Eggplant

Authors: M. M. Khatun, Bhabesh Borphukan, Iftekhar Alam, C. A. Keya, Haseena Khan, M. K. Reddy, Md. Salimullah

Year: 2022

Mitochondria-Targeted SmsHSP24.1 Overexpression Stimulates Early Seedling Vigor and Stress Tolerance by Multi-Pathway Transcriptome-Reprogramming

Authors: M. M. Khatun, Bhabesh Borphukan, Iftekhar Alam, C. A. Keya, Saaimatul Huq, V. Panditi, Haseena Khan, M. K. Reddy, Md. Salimullah

Year: 2021

First Report of Colletotrichum siamense Causing Leaf Spot in Aloe vera in Bangladesh

Authors: Rumana Azad, Amir Hamza, M. M. Khatun, et al.

Year: 2020

In Vitro Regeneration of Two High-Yielding Eggplant (Solanum melongena L.) Varieties of Bangladesh

Authors: M. M. Khatun

Year: 2018

Additive Effect of Coconut Water with Various Hormones on In Vitro Regeneration of Carnation (Dianthus caryophyllus L.)

Authors: M. M. Khatun, P. K. Roy, Abdur M. Razzak

Year: 2018

Evaluation of Genetic Fidelity of In Vitro-Propagated Aloe vera Plants Using DNA-Based Markers

Authors: M. M. Khatun, T. Tanny, S. Yesmin, M. Salimullah, I. Alam

Year: 2018

In Vitro Clonal Propagation of BARI Ada-1 (Zingiber officinale Rosc.)

Authors: M. M. Khatun

Year: 2016

Standardization of In Vitro Sterilization Procedures for Micropropagation of Ginger (Zingiber officinale Rosc.)

Authors: M. M. Khatun

Year: 2016

 

Muslima Khatun | Synthetic Biology | Women Researcher Award

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