Publish: 12:15, 14 Jan, 2025 Updated: 16:21, 14 Jan, 2025

Research is vital for a country’s progress – DU VC Niaz Khan at UIU symposium

Online Desk
Research is vital for a country’s progress – DU VC Niaz Khan at UIU symposium
Prof. Dr. Niaz Ahmed Khan, Vice Chancellor, University of Dhaka

The importance of research in academic growth and national development was at the forefront of discussions at the 2nd Undergraduate Research Symposium (URS) 2024, organized by the School of Business and Economics (SoBE) at United International University (UIU). The award ceremony, held on Monday, at UIU's campus in Dhaka, saw the participation of prominent academic and industry figures, including Prof. Dr. Niaz Ahmed Khan, Vice Chancellor of the University of Dhaka, who graced the event as the Chief Guest.

In his speech, Prof. Dr. Niaz Ahmed Khan emphasized the critical role of research in a country’s progress. He remarked, "Research is vital for the progress of a country. Every student should engage in research during their university years. This kind of involvement not only enhances their academic journey but also prepares them for higher studies abroad, instilling a strong sense of motivation. This symposium will play an instrumental role in shaping future researchers and fostering a deeper understanding of various academic fields." His words resonated deeply with the audience, underscoring the significance of research in both personal and national advancement.

The symposium attracted hundreds of students from both public and private universities, offering them a platform to present their research across three domains. The top 10 teams from each domain were selected to showcase their work, with champions in each domain awarded BDT 1,00,000, first runner-ups receiving BDT 60,000, and second runner-ups awarded BDT 40,000. This competition not only highlighted the students' research but also provided valuable recognition and opportunities for their academic futures.

The symposium was presided over by Prof. Dr. Md. Abul Kashem Mia, Vice Chancellor of UIU, and attended by notable guests such as Professor Emeritus Dr. M. Rezwan Khan, Executive Director of UIU Institute for Advanced Research (IAR), and Chairman of Power Grid Bangladesh PLC, who served as the Special Guest. The ceremony included speeches from UIU faculty and administrators, who reiterated the importance of fostering a research culture, particularly within business education.

Prof. Dr. Niaz Ahmed Khan’s address encapsulated the essence of the symposium’s mission: nurturing a robust research culture among undergraduates, empowering them with the skills and mindset to excel in higher education and global research environments. The event highlighted how academic research is not only pivotal in shaping the future of students but is also an essential driver of national development, equipping the next generation with the tools to become leaders in their respective fields.

Bd-pratidin English/ Jisan

More News
41 lakh people left Dhaka ahead of Eid
41 lakh people left Dhaka ahead of Eid
Eid aftermath: many depart Dhaka
Eid aftermath: many depart Dhaka
Empty Dhaka during Eid holidays, no traffic on roads
Empty Dhaka during Eid holidays, no traffic on roads
Six burnt in gas explosion in capital
Six burnt in gas explosion in capital
Dhaka’s air quality ‘tolerable’ today
Dhaka’s air quality ‘tolerable’ today
Metrorail, intercity train services resume after Eid holiday
Metrorail, intercity train services resume after Eid holiday
City roads nearly empty as Millions leave Dhaka for Eid
City roads nearly empty as Millions leave Dhaka for Eid
Flood of devotees offer Eid prayers in Khulna
Flood of devotees offer Eid prayers in Khulna
Eid jamaat held at JS premises
Eid jamaat held at JS premises
Consumers may face low gas pressure in Dhaka Tuesday, Wednesday
Consumers may face low gas pressure in Dhaka Tuesday, Wednesday
5 congregational Eid prayers to be held at Baitul Mukarram
5 congregational Eid prayers to be held at Baitul Mukarram
Coast Guard rescues 300 passengers from stuck bulkhead
Coast Guard rescues 300 passengers from stuck bulkhead
Latest News
UN agency closes the rest of its Gaza bakeries
UN agency closes the rest of its Gaza bakeries
4 hours ago | International
3 die, 25 hurt in Cumilla road crash
3 die, 25 hurt in Cumilla road crash
4 hours ago | National
Perpetrators of enforced disappearances to face trial under interim govt
Perpetrators of enforced disappearances to face trial under interim govt
4 hours ago | National
Election and reforms to go in their own pace: Fakhrul
Election and reforms to go in their own pace: Fakhrul
6 hours ago | National
CA press wing debunks NY Times article
CA press wing debunks NY Times article
7 hours ago | National
Death toll surpasses 2,700 in Myanmar earthquake
Death toll surpasses 2,700 in Myanmar earthquake
8 hours ago | International
After fascist’s fall, election breeze blows everywhere
After fascist’s fall, election breeze blows everywhere
8 hours ago | National
IMF team to visit Dhaka for $2.39 billion loan review
IMF team to visit Dhaka for $2.39 billion loan review
9 hours ago | Business
Japan PM vows to support business hit by US tariffs
Japan PM vows to support business hit by US tariffs
9 hours ago | International
Gas fire in Malaysia injures more than 100 people & damages 49 houses
Gas fire in Malaysia injures more than 100 people & damages 49 houses
9 hours ago | International
Bike accident claims two lives
Bike accident claims two lives
9 hours ago | National
Study warns 4°C warming could slash global GDP by 40% by 2100
Study warns 4°C warming could slash global GDP by 40% by 2100
10 hours ago | Business
Tom Holland's Spider-Man 4 title revealed
Tom Holland's Spider-Man 4 title revealed
10 hours ago | Entertainment
41 lakh people left Dhaka ahead of Eid
41 lakh people left Dhaka ahead of Eid
10 hours ago | City
Sam Mendes to launch 4 'Beatles' movies in same month
Sam Mendes to launch 4 'Beatles' movies in same month
10 hours ago | Entertainment
Cox's Bazar welcomes tourists as Eid holiday begins
Cox's Bazar welcomes tourists as Eid holiday begins
10 hours ago | National
Eid aftermath: many depart Dhaka
Eid aftermath: many depart Dhaka
10 hours ago | City
Israeli strike on Beirut kills three
Israeli strike on Beirut kills three
11 hours ago | International
Empty Dhaka during Eid holidays, no traffic on roads
Empty Dhaka during Eid holidays, no traffic on roads
11 hours ago | City
US state department speaks on honoring July brave women
US state department speaks on honoring July brave women
11 hours ago | National
Initiative to transform Telephone Shilpa Sangstha into high-tech park
Initiative to transform Telephone Shilpa Sangstha into high-tech park
11 hours ago | National
China launches test satellite for satellite internet technology
China launches test satellite for satellite internet technology
11 hours ago | Tech
Six burnt in gas explosion in capital
Six burnt in gas explosion in capital
11 hours ago | City
Carmakers face doubts and jolts over US tariffs
Carmakers face doubts and jolts over US tariffs
11 hours ago | Business
Japan estimates feared megaquake could cause $1.8 trln in damage, kill 300,000 people
Japan estimates feared megaquake could cause $1.8 trln in damage, kill 300,000 people
12 hours ago | International
ChatGPT studio Ghibli image generation now free for all users
ChatGPT studio Ghibli image generation now free for all users
12 hours ago | Tech
Israeli strike 'clear breach' of ceasefire deal: Lebanon PM
Israeli strike 'clear breach' of ceasefire deal: Lebanon PM
12 hours ago | International
Bangladesh sends 2nd rescue team thru armed forces to earthquake-hit Myanmar
Bangladesh sends 2nd rescue team thru armed forces to earthquake-hit Myanmar
12 hours ago | National
Brathwaite quits as West Indies Test captain
Brathwaite quits as West Indies Test captain
13 hours ago | Sports
Trump threatens $9b in Harvard funding over 'anti-Semitism'
Trump threatens $9b in Harvard funding over 'anti-Semitism'
13 hours ago | International
Most Read
ChatGPT studio Ghibli image generation now free for all users
ChatGPT studio Ghibli image generation now free for all users
12 hours ago | Tech
Metrorail, intercity train services resume after Eid holiday
Metrorail, intercity train services resume after Eid holiday
16 hours ago | City
Bangladesh sends 2nd rescue team thru armed forces to earthquake-hit Myanmar
Bangladesh sends 2nd rescue team thru armed forces to earthquake-hit Myanmar
12 hours ago | National
Initiative to transform Telephone Shilpa Sangstha into high-tech park
Initiative to transform Telephone Shilpa Sangstha into high-tech park
11 hours ago | National
Dhaka’s air quality ‘tolerable’ today
Dhaka’s air quality ‘tolerable’ today
13 hours ago | City
Cox's Bazar welcomes tourists as Eid holiday begins
Cox's Bazar welcomes tourists as Eid holiday begins
10 hours ago | National
Salman Khan makes Eid  appearance from behind bulletproof glass
Salman Khan makes Eid appearance from behind bulletproof glass
13 hours ago | Entertainment
Fuel prices to remain unchanged in April
Fuel prices to remain unchanged in April
15 hours ago | National
Warning signs of heart disease in women
Warning signs of heart disease in women
14 hours ago | Lifestyle
Everyone must come together to establish voting rights: Khaleda Zia
Everyone must come together to establish voting rights: Khaleda Zia
14 hours ago | National
US state department speaks on honoring July brave women
US state department speaks on honoring July brave women
11 hours ago | National
7 of family killed in firecracker explosion in India’s West Bengal
7 of family killed in firecracker explosion in India’s West Bengal
15 hours ago | International
Khaleda Zia exchanges greetings with BNP leaders
Khaleda Zia exchanges greetings with BNP leaders
17 hours ago | National
100% tariffs from India, 50% from EU: White House
100% tariffs from India, 50% from EU: White House
16 hours ago | International
Empty Dhaka during Eid holidays, no traffic on roads
Empty Dhaka during Eid holidays, no traffic on roads
11 hours ago | City
Trump accuses Zelensky of ‘trying to back out’
Trump accuses Zelensky of ‘trying to back out’
14 hours ago | International
CA press wing debunks NY Times article
CA press wing debunks NY Times article
7 hours ago | National
Modi greets CA on Eid-ul-Fitr
Modi greets CA on Eid-ul-Fitr
17 hours ago | National
IMF team to visit Dhaka for $2.39 billion loan review
IMF team to visit Dhaka for $2.39 billion loan review
9 hours ago | Business
Yemeni forces down US drone
Yemeni forces down US drone
17 hours ago | International
China launches military drills around Taiwan, calls Taiwan President a ‘parasite’
China launches military drills around Taiwan, calls Taiwan President a ‘parasite’
13 hours ago | International
US judge rejects J&J's $10 billion baby powder settlement
US judge rejects J&J's $10 billion baby powder settlement
14 hours ago | Business
Israeli brutality continues as 80 more Palestinians killed in airstrike
Israeli brutality continues as 80 more Palestinians killed in airstrike
16 hours ago | International
Met office forecasts 60 kph storm within this noon
Met office forecasts 60 kph storm within this noon
15 hours ago | National
China High Speed Transmission Group Launches Legal Action Over $930m Fund Misappropriation
China High Speed Transmission Group Launches Legal Action Over $930m Fund Misappropriation
13 hours ago | Business
Study warns 4°C warming could slash global GDP by 40% by 2100
Study warns 4°C warming could slash global GDP by 40% by 2100
10 hours ago | Business
50 underprivileged people get food aid in Shayestaganj
50 underprivileged people get food aid in Shayestaganj
15 hours ago | Shuvosangho
Fire at Petronas gas pipeline near Malaysia injures 33, rescue efforts underway
Fire at Petronas gas pipeline near Malaysia injures 33, rescue efforts underway
14 hours ago | International
‘No choice’ but to acquire nukes: Khamenei's adviser
‘No choice’ but to acquire nukes: Khamenei's adviser
15 hours ago | International
Six burnt in gas explosion in capital
Six burnt in gas explosion in capital
11 hours ago | City