Md. Mustak Khan

Hello! I am Md. Mustak Khan, a passionate researcher currently pursuing my MS in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at the University of Chittagong. My research primarily focuses on Caenorhabditis elegans (C. elegans) as a model organism to study the effects of plant-derived compounds and synthetic molecules. Alongside this, I maintain strong interests in Microbiology, Natural Products, and Bioinformatics.

As a research assistant at the Laboratory of Applied Bioscience, I gain hands-on experience in laboratory techniques and collaborative scientific inquiry. My work with C. elegans and microbial systems has strengthened my expertise in experimental design and biological research. I am also actively involved with the Laboratory of Food Science and Nutraceutical, where we analyze the nutritional composition and antioxidant properties of plant-derived samples such as seaweeds and dates.

My journey includes valuable experience as a research intern at CHIRAL Bangladesh, where I later joined its aiHealth Lab division. This opportunity provided me with foundational knowledge in machine learning and artificial intelligence, particularly in their applications to public health and healthcare challenges.

Additionally, I am a founding member of BioPC—Bioinformatics Lab of Research and Training. In my role as a research project lead, I spearhead multiple initiatives focused on computational approaches to biological research, including Drug Design, Vaccine Development, Cancer Bioinformatics, and Public Health innovations.

Through these diverse experiences, I have cultivated an interdisciplinary research profile that seamlessly bridges experimental biology with computational science. I am deeply motivated to continue exploring innovative research opportunities and making meaningful contributions to the scientific community.