Dr. Md. Shahgahan Miah | Anthropology | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Md. Shahgahan Miah | Anthropology | Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor at Anthropology, Shahjalal University of Science and Technology, Bangladesh

Dr. Md. Shahgahan Miah, born on December 31, 1981, is an Associate Professor in the Department of Anthropology at Shahjalal University of Science and Technology, Sylhet, Bangladesh. His research interests include health (maternal, child, e-health), medicine behavior, patient safety, and climate change and health. He has a Ph.D. in Health Social Science from Mahidol University, Thailand, and holds a Master’s and Bachelor’s degree in Anthropology from Shahjalal University of Science and Technology, Sylhet, Bangladesh. Dr. Miah has held various academic positions, including lecturer and assistant professor, and has participated in several research projects related to health, medicine behavior, and climate change.

Professional Profiles:

Education:

Dr. Md. Shahgahan Miah has a Ph.D. in Health Social Science (2021) from the Department of Society and Health, Faculty of Social Science and Humanities, Mahidol University, Salaya, Thailand. He also holds a Master of Social Science (2004) in Anthropology from Shahjalal University of Science and Technology, Sylhet, Bangladesh, with a CGPA of 3.80 out of 4.00, and a Bachelor of Social Science (2003) in Anthropology from the same institution, with a CGPA of 3.56 out of 4.00.

Positions:

Dr. Md. Shahgahan Miah has held various academic positions, including Associate Professor in the Department of Anthropology at Shahjalal University of Science and Technology, Sylhet, Bangladesh, from September 28, 2015, to the present. Prior to this, he served as an Assistant Professor in the same department from September 13, 2015, to September 27, 2022. He has also been a guest lecturer at several institutions, including the Faculty of Public Health at Universitas Diponegoro, Indonesia, where he discussed research strategies and challenges related to men’s involvement in maternal and child health and family planning. Dr. Miah has also delivered lectures on culture and behavior related to maternal and child health and the implications for health promotion strategies. Additionally, he has lectured on promoting healthy lifestyle behaviors among university students, drawing lessons from Bangladesh. He has also served as a guest faculty for the Bangladesh Studies Course at the Department of Business Administration, North East University, Sylhet, Bangladesh, from January to May 2016. Dr. Miah began his academic career as a lecturer in the Department of Anthropology at Shahjalal University of Science and Technology, Sylhet, Bangladesh, from October 27, 2013, to October 12, 2015.

Training And Workshop:

In 2020, Dr. Md. Shahgahan Miah participated in a workshop on One Health, highlighting the interconnectedness of human, animal, and environmental health. In 2018, he attended a Systematic Review Workshop at the Center of Excellence in Research on Gender, Sexuality, and Health at the Faculty of Social Science and Humanities, Mahidol University. In 2016, Dr. Miah completed the Professional Development Certificate Program on Public Health & You at the School of Public Health-Bloomington, Indiana University. In 2012, he participated in “The Pathway to Publishing: Literature Reviews” training program at the Training Support Group, ICDDR,B, Mohakhali, Dhaka, Bangladesh, aimed at enhancing skills in publishing scientific literature. Dr. Miah also attended a training session on Reproductive Rights & Violence against Adolescents in 2011 at ICDDR, B, Mohakhali, Dhaka, Bangladesh. Additionally, in 2010, he took part in the National Participatory Situation Assessment to Expand Prevention Services for Men who have Sex with Men (MSM) and Hijra at the Laboratory Sciences Division, ICDDR,B, Mohakhali, Dhaka, Bangladesh. In 2009, Dr. Miah attended a workshop on Social Inclusion organized by Sight Savers International, focusing on Community-Based Rehabilitation (CBR) in the context of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (UNCRPD).

Research Grants:

Dr. Md. Shahgahan Miah has been actively involved in several research projects as a Principal Investigator and Associate Researcher. In 2023, he led a qualitative study titled “Health Challenges and Coping Strategies of Rural-to-Urban Migrant Garment Factory Workers in Bangladesh: A Qualitative Study of Lived Experiences,” funded by the SUST Research Center. In 2022, Dr. Miah conducted another study as the Principal Investigator on “Perceptions and Uses of Herbal Medicines Marketed by Pharmaceutical Manufacturers between Drug Sellers and Customers: Qualitative Study in Sylhet City of Bangladesh,” funded by the SUST Research Center. In 2021, he led a project titled “Medicalization on the C-section Choice of Pregnant Women: A Comparative Analysis between Rural and Urban Settings in Moulavibazar of Bangladesh,” also funded by the SUST Research Center. Additionally, Dr. Miah served as an Associate Researcher on the Impact Study on the Project of Digital Directory for Quick Selection of Proper Pesticides under the Access to Information-II project, Government of Bangladesh, with the final report submitted in 2017.

Research Interest:

Dr. Md. Shahgahan Miah’s research interests encompass a wide range of topics in the field of health and medicine. He is particularly interested in studying health issues related to maternal and child health, as well as exploring the impact of e-health interventions on healthcare delivery. Additionally, Dr. Miah focuses on understanding medicine behavior and patient safety to improve healthcare outcomes. Another area of his research is the intersection of climate change and health, where he investigates the health impacts of climate change and explores strategies to mitigate these effects. Overall, Dr. Miah’s research agenda demonstrates a commitment to advancing knowledge and addressing key challenges in the field of health and medicine.

Publications:

  1. Factors influencing eating behavior and dietary intake among resident students in a public university in Bangladesh: A qualitative study
    • Authors: A Kabir, S Miah, A Islam
    • Citations: 251
    • Year: 2018
  2. Factors influencing sanitation and hygiene practices among students in a public university in Bangladesh
    • Authors: A Kabir, S Roy, K Begum, AH Kabir, MS Miah
    • Citations: 15
    • Year: 2021
  3. COVID‐19 transmission flow through the stigmatization process in Bangladesh: A qualitative study
    • Authors: MS Miah, MR Mamun, SMM Hasan, MGF Sarker, MS Miah, MGU Khan
    • Citations: 6
    • Year: 2022
  4. Challenges of Single Motherhood in Socio-Cultural Context: A Qualitative Study in Rural areas of Bangladesh
    • Authors: MM Khan, MSM Jakaria, CF Jhuma, MS Miah
    • Citations: 2
    • Year: 2022
  5. A qualitative exploration of purchasing, stockpiling, and use of drugs during the COVID-19 pandemic in an urban city of Bangladesh
    • Authors: MS Miah, MR Mamun, KM Saif-Ur-Rahman, AFM Zakaria
    • Citations: Not available
    • Year: 2024
  6. The reality of embedded drug purchasing practices: Understanding the sociocultural and economic aspects of the use of medicines in Bangladesh
    • Authors: MS Miah, PP Sherer, N Sumpradit, L Sringernyuang
    • Citations: Not available
    • Year: 2023
  7. Understanding the Complexities of Drug Transactional Interaction Between the Patient and Pharmacist: A Scoping Review
    • Authors: MS Miah, PP Sherer, N Sumpradit, L Sringernyuang
    • Citations: Not available
    • Year: 2022
  8. Behavioral Patterns of Stakeholders in Online Business in Bangladesh: A Qualitative Exploration
    • Authors: MS Miah, TK Das
    • Citations: Not available
    • Year: 2021

 

Dr. Milad Salimi Chegenie | Sociolinguistics | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Milad Salimi Chegenie | Sociolinguistics | Best Researcher Award

Physiotherapist at Healthcare equipment, State University of Londrina, Brazil

👨‍🎓He remarkable academic journey, extensive research contributions, and dedication to the field of psychology are truly commendable. Your wealth of knowledge and diverse skill set reflect a deep commitment to understanding and addressing critical issues such as bullying, inclusion, and socialization.

🔬 He successful completion of a PhD in Psychology, along with the numerous advanced courses and workshops, showcases your continuous pursuit of excellence and expertise in your field.

🏆 The awards and recognitions, including the First Place in the Poster Award at the University of Stavanger, underscore the impact of your research and the high regard it holds in the academic community.

Professional Profiles:

Education:

Bachelor of Arts (BA) from the School of English Language Translation in 2009. Master of Arts (MA) from the Faculty of Foreign Languages and Literatures at the University of Tehran in 2011. Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) from the Faculty of Foreign Languages and Literatures at the University of Tehran in 2023.

Work History:

Dr. Milad Salimi Chegenie is the Directing Manager at Celtic Cultural Center, located at 103, Jalal Al Ahamad 3rd, Enghelab Boulevard, Khorram Abad, Lorestan, since 2009. His duties and accomplishments in this role include setting goals for performance and deadlines in ways that comply with the school’s plans and vision, organizing workflow and ensuring that employees understand their duties or delegated tasks, monitoring employee productivity and providing constructive feedback and coaching, training new hires, helping to resolve employee issues and disputes, and teaching classes focused on both IELTS Academic and IELTS General Training tests.

Accomplishments:

Dr. Milad Salimi Chegenie holds the position of Chief Executive and Executive Director at Farhangsarayeh Farhikhtegan and Dourandishan in Tehran, Iran, a role he has held since 2016. In this capacity, his duties and accomplishments include reading given material and researching industry-specific terminology, converting text and audio recordings from one language to one or more others, ensuring translated content conveys original meaning and tone, preparing subtitles for videos and online presentations, proofreading translated texts for grammar, spelling, and punctuation accuracy, following up with internal team members and clients to ensure translation meets their needs, editing content with an eye toward maintaining its original format (e.g., font and structure), and networking with field experts to stay current on new translation tools and practices.

Summary:

Dr. Milad Salimi has dedicated over two decades to the study of the English language and believes that English language pedagogy plays a pivotal and prospective role in individuals’ lives. He perceives English as a lingua franca within international contexts, holding the potential to provide social and economic advantages, particularly in global matters. Dr. Salimi compares the role of English to that of currency in the economy, as it serves as a catalyst for effective communication and intercultural understanding. Consequently, he contends that the acquisition and instruction of English not only safeguard channels of international discourse but also mitigate the contemporary risks and challenges prevalent in our interconnected world.