Dr. Zinia Nasreen has been recognized as a Professor in the Department of Chemistry at Dhaka University of Engineering & Technology (DUET), Gazipur. Her academic foundation was established at the University of Dhaka, where a PhD in Polymer Science, an MSc, and a BSc in Applied Chemistry and Chemical Engineering were earned with distinction. Over the course of her career, extensive teaching, research, and administrative responsibilities have been undertaken, and multiple terms as Chairman of the Department of Chemistry at DUET have been served. Her research expertise has been demonstrated in areas such as polymer science, biodegradable materials, environmental chemistry, analytical chemistry, and material characterization. Numerous MPhil, MSc, and PhD students have been supervised under her guidance, and a significant number of publications and conference presentations have been produced in national and international forums. Multiple institutional and national research grants have been awarded to her projects, focusing on polymers, biocomposites, biodiesel, and industrial waste utilization. Her contributions have been acknowledged through several academic awards and scholarships received throughout her educational journey. Dr. Nasreen’s career has been marked by continuous involvement in academic councils, committees, and professional development activities, reflecting her commitment to research, education, and institutional advancement
| Mobile: | +880 01716498944 |
| Email: | [email protected] |
| Office: | IP (local): 71101, IP (D): 09666-327910, |
| Address: | Room no. 406, Annex Building, Department of Chemistry, Dhaka University of Engineering and Technology (DUET), Gazipur -1707, Gazipur, Gazipur |
| Field of interest: | Polymer science, Biodegradable materials, Environmental chemistry, Analytical chemistry, and Material Science & Engineering |
| Field of specialization: | Polymer Science, Environmental Pollution Control and Management, Food Chemistry and Material Characterizations |
| # | Degree | Institute | Year | Discipline & Field |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | PhD | University of Dhaka | 2011 | Polymer Science |
| 2 | M.Sc. | University of Dhaka | 1996 | Applied Chemistry & Chemical Technology |
| 3 | B.Sc (Hons.) | University of Dhaka | 1994 | Applied Chemistry & Chemical Technology |
| 4 | HSC | Mymensingh Girls Cadet College | 1988 | Science |
| 5 | SSC | Mymensingh Girls Cadet College | 1986 | Science |
| # | Designation | Institute | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Professor | Dhaka University of Engineering & Technology, Gazipur | 2013-10-31 : Continue |
| 2 | Associate Professor | Dhaka University of Engineering & Technology, Gazipur | 2012-09-19 : 2013-10-30 |
| 3 | Assistant Professor | Dhaka University of Engineering & Technology, Gazipur | 2001-10-06 : 2012-09-18 |
| 4 | Lecturer | Dhaka University of Engineering & Technology, Gazipur | 1996-12-11 : 2001-10-05 |
| # | Designation | Faculty/ Department/ Institute/ Office | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Head | Chem | 2022-02-01 : 2024-01-13 |
| 2 | Head | Chem | 2018-02-01 : 2020-01-31 |
| 3 | Head | Chem | 2014-02-01 : 2016-01-31 |
| 4 | Assistant Provost | MC Hall | 1996-12-11 : 1998-09-30 |
| # | Year | Title | Authors | Event |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2016 | Improved Biodegradable Radiation Cured Polymeric Film Prepared from Chitosan GelatinBlend. | Zinia Nasreen, M.A. Khan, A.I.Mustafa . | Journal of Applied Chemistry, 2016, (2016), 11. |
| # | Year | Title | Authors | Event |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2025 | “Adsorption of Chromium from Aqueous Solution by Activated Carbon-Microcrystalline Cellulose Composite | Md. Arif Hossain, Masfia Jahan, Touhidur Islam, Zinia Nasreen, | 1st International Conference on Science and Humanities for Sustainable Development – ICSHSD, 2025, Organized by Faculty of Science, DUET, 23 – 24 October, 2025. |
| 2 | 2025 | “Chromium Adsorption from Aqueous Solution Using a Fish Scale–Microcrystalline Cellulose Composite” | Masfia Jahan, Md. Arif Hossain, Zinia Nasreen, Md. Abu Bakar Siddiqu | 1st International Conference on Science and Humanities for Sustainable Development – ICSHSD, 2025, Organized by Faculty of Science, DUET, 23 – 24 October, 2025. |
| # | Type | Organization | Membership Code |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Member | Bangladesh Chemical Society | M-2012 |
| 2 | Member | Bangladesh Chemical Society | M-2012 |
| # | Title | Event | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rokehya Podok (Gold Medel) | Rokehya memorial Foundation, University of Dhaka | 1994 |
| 2 | Merit Scholarship | Rokehya memorial Foundation, University of Dhaka | 1993 |
| 3 | Best cadet in Cultural Excellence | Mymensingh Girls Cadet College | 1988 |
| 4 | HSC Government Scholarship | Dhaka Board | 1988 |
| 5 | SSC Government Scholarship | Dhaka Board | 1986 |
| 6 | Primary Scholarship (Talentpool) | Primary School Scholarship Examination | 1980 |
| # | Programme | Awarded Students | Running Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | M.Sc. | 3 | 4 |
| 2 | MPhil | 4 | 0 |
| 3 | PhD | 0 | 3 |
| # | Programme | Course No | Course Title | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | B.Sc. | Ch 1101 | Chemistry | 2001-2024 |
| 2 | B.Sc. | Ch 2701 | Inorganic and Physical Chemistry | 2014-20219, 2023-2025 |
| 3 | B.Sc. | Ch 2301 | Industrial Chemistry | 1996-2025 |
| 4 | B.Sc. | Ch 1803 | Chemistry-II | 2018 |
| 5 | B.Sc. | Ch 1501 | Chemistry | 1996-2013 |
| 6 | B.Sc. | Ch 2415 | Inorganic and Physical Chemistry | 2008-2013 |
| 7 | B.Sc. | Ch 1102 | Chemistry Sessional | 1996-2000, 2004-2012 |
| 8 | B.Sc. | Ch 1502 | Chemistry Sessional | 1996-2018 |
| 9 | B.Sc. | Ch 1302 | Inorganic and Physical Chemistry Sessional | 1996-2014 |
| 10 | B.Sc. | Ch 2416 | Inorganic and Physical Chemistry Sessional | 1998-2002 |