Biography

Mohammad Bellal Hoque is an academic and researcher in the field of Textile Engineering, currently serving as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Textile Engineering at World University of Bangladesh (WUB). He is also a PhD fellow in the Department of Textile Engineering at Dhaka University of Engineering & Technology (DUET). His doctoral research focuses on chromophore-targeted solvent extraction and characterization of tannin from Neltuma juliflora bark for sustainable UV-protective finishing of textiles. His doctoral research has been substantially completed, with five of the six planned experimental and review publications already published, while the final degree formalities are underway. During his PhD, he has secured 80% marks in his coursework, reflecting a strong academic foundation in textile engineering and research. He holds an M.Sc. in Textile Engineering from DUET with 80% marks and a B.Sc. in Textile Engineering with a major in Apparel from WUB.

Mr. Hoque has developed a diverse academic and professional career in textile engineering. He previously served as an Assistant Professor and Lecturer in the Department of Textile Engineering at Fareast International University (FIU), and as a Lecturer in Apparel Manufacturing and Technology at the College of Fashion Technology & Management (CFTM). His early professional experience also includes working as a Merchandiser and completing industrial training in wet processing, knitting, and apparel manufacturing.

His research interests broadly encompass sustainable textile processing, natural fibers, natural dyes, tannins and other bioactive compounds, functional textile finishing, UV-protective textiles, textile composites, biomedical textiles, textile waste management, and emerging textile technologies. His laboratory experience includes the extraction and characterization of bioactive compounds, UV-Vis and FTIR spectroscopy, preparation and characterization of fiber-reinforced polymer composites, and composite fabrication using compression molding and hand lay-up techniques.

Mr. Hoque has an active research and publication profile, with 34 scholarly publications and contributions, comprising 28 journal articles, 4 conference papers, and 2 book chapters. He has contributed 15 publications as the first author and has served as the corresponding author in 16 publications. His work has appeared in several international peer-reviewed journals, including the Journal of Natural Fibers, Fibers and Polymers, Natural Product Research, Journal of the Air & Waste Management Association, Textile Research Journal, and Radiation Effects and Defects in Solids, among other scholarly journals. His publications have been disseminated through renowned international academic publishers, including Taylor & Francis, Springer Nature, SAGE, MDPI, and Elsevier, reflecting the international reach and scholarly relevance of his research. In addition to journal publications, Mr. Hoque has contributed to international conferences and scholarly book chapters. His book-chapter contributions include chapters in Advanced Technology in Textiles, published by Springer Nature, Singapore.

Mr. Hoque has also been involved in research projects supported by the Ministry of Science and Technology (MOST), Bangladesh. His funded research activities include the development and characterization of locally available natural fiber-reinforced polypropylene (PP) matrix-based partially degradable composites for civil construction (Project ID: SRG-242310) and the design and development of printed circuit boards (PCB) from jute fiber composites for smart textile applications ( Project ID: SRG-252383).

As an educator, Mr. Hoque is committed to developing engaging, practical, and student-centered teaching practices. He aims to create an interactive learning environment that encourages students to develop both theoretical understanding and practical problem-solving abilities. His academic experience, together with his exposure to apparel manufacturing, merchandising, wet processing, knitting, and textile research, enables him to connect classroom learning with real-world industrial applications.

His academic and research activities are driven by a strong interest in developing sustainable, functional, and innovative textile materials and technologies. Through teaching, research, scholarly publications, and participation in funded projects, he aims to contribute to the advancement of textile engineering and to promote environmentally responsible approaches to textile materials, processing, and product development.

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