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Professor Abdullah Mohammad Shohael

Abdullah Mohammad Shohael, Ph.D

Science Engineered for Humanity

Bridging the frontiers of plant biotechnology and entrepreneurial leadership. Pioneering research from world-renowned institutions (IRRI, UFlorida, Tsukuba) to co-founding innovation hubs (SPB, NABN) and driving tech strategy as CTO at PCell. Explore a comprehensive portfolio dedicated to translating complex science into tangible solutions for global food security, health, and environmental sustainability.

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Journey Rooted in Science, Driven by Purpose

Vision & Mission

My professional journey is fueled by a fundamental belief: biotechnology holds immense power not only to unravel the complexities of life but to actively engineer a better future. This conviction guides my research in areas like climate-resilient crops and food safety, shapes my mentorship of the next generation of scientists at Jahangirnagar University, and propels my leadership roles in organizations like Science Porter Bangladesh and the Network for Agri-Biotech and Nutrition (NABN).

It culminates in translating discovery into action, notably through my role as Chief Technology Officer at the biotech startup PCell. I am deeply committed to leveraging expertise in plant biotechnology and genetic engineering to address critical global challenges, combining rigorous scientific inquiry with entrepreneurial action to create tangible, positive impact.

Nationality: Bangladeshi | DOB: December 21, 1977

Academic & Research Trajectory

2011 - Present

Professor (Current)

Dept. Biotechnology & Genetic Engineering, Jahangirnagar University, Bangladesh.
Leading research, teaching, curriculum dev., mentoring in plant cell genetics & biotech.

July 2022 - July 2023

Visiting Research Fellow (VRF)

Rice Genetic Design & Validation, IRRI, Philippines.
Focus: Drought tolerance gene validation (w/ NYU); Arsenic-safe rice development (genome editing) for Bangladesh.

June 2009 - Feb 2011

Postdoctoral Research Associate

Cell Genetics & Citrus Improvement Lab, CREC, IFAS, University of Florida, USA.
Focus: Engineering HLB/Canker resistance in citrus via transgenics.

Apr 2007 - Mar 2009

JSPS Postdoctoral Fellow

Gene Research Center, Tsukuba University, Japan.
Focus: Cloning & expression of Miraculin gene in transgenic lettuce.

July 2006 - Mar 2007

Visitor/Collaborator

Plant Molecular Biology Lab, IRRI, Philippines.
Focus: Aquaporin gene expression in drought-stressed rice.

2003 - 2006

Ph.D. Agriculture (Plant Biotechnology)

Chungbuk National University, South Korea.
Focus: Eleutherococcus somatic embryogenesis, bioreactor culture, secondary metabolite production (eleutherosides). Awarded Best Paper 2007, KSHS.

2000 (BSc) / 2002 (MSc)

B.Sc. (Hons) & M.Sc. (Thesis) Botany

Rajshahi University, Bangladesh.
Focus: Plant Biotechnology. Awarded Shahid Habibur Rahman Gold Medal & RU Scholarship.

Comprehensive Research Portfolio

My work encompasses a broad spectrum of plant biotechnology and related fields, driven by the goal of scientific advancement and societal benefit.

Core Expertise & Interests

Genetic Engineering & Genome Editing

Developing stress-tolerant (drought, salinity) & nutritionally enhanced crops (Rice, Citrus) using advanced molecular tools including CRISPR/Cas9 (NBT).

Plant Cell & Bioreactor Technology

Mastering large-scale production of plant cells/tissues in bioreactors for biomass & high-value compounds (e.g., Eleutherosides, Miraculin).

Molecular Biology & Stress Physiology

Investigating plant responses to environmental challenges (biotic/abiotic stress) at molecular & cellular levels; Proteomics & Functional Genomics.

Food Safety & Nutrigenomics

Creating solutions like arsenic-safe rice, exploring biofortification, Nutraceuticals, and the link between diet and genes for health.

Innovation & Application

Bridging academia & industry; Commercialization strategies; Nanotechnology applications; Environmental Microbiology; Algal Omics & Bio-fuel.

Sustainable Agriculture

Exploring Medicinal Plant Bioprospecting, Soilless Culture (Hydroponics), and Vertical Gardening techniques for efficient food production.

Highlighted Research Projects

Arsenic-Safe Rice via Genome Editing (IRRI, 2022-23)

Pioneered the development of arsenic-safe rice varieties specifically for Bangladesh. Utilized CRISPR/Cas9 to target genes involved in arsenic uptake, aiming to curtail accumulation without compromising yield. Involved rigorous molecular cloning, vector construction, and validation.

Drought Tolerance Gene Validation (IRRI / NYU Collab, 2022-23)

Focused on validating candidate genes conferring drought tolerance. Created transgenic rice lines and meticulously evaluated their performance under controlled drought stress conditions, contributing to climate-resilient crop development.

Citrus HLB/Canker Resistance (UFlorida, 2009-11)

Cloned pathogen-related genes and employed Agrobacterium-mediated and protoplast/GFP transformation techniques to develop transgenic citrus lines resistant to Huanglongbing (Greening) and Citrus Canker. Included in silico analysis and field trials.

Bioreactor Production of Eleutherosides (PhD, CNU, 2003-06)

Optimized large-scale production of somatic embryos from Eleutherococcus species in air-lift bioreactors. Investigated methods (osmotic stress, elicitors, light/temp variations) to enhance the production of valuable medicinal compounds (eleutherosides). Studied related stress physiology & antioxidant enzyme activities.

Miraculin Expression in Lettuce (JSPS Postdoc, Tsukuba, 2007-09)

Successfully cloned the gene for the taste-modifying protein Miraculin and transformed lettuce plants (using ubiquitin promoter) via Agrobacterium. Conducted extensive molecular characterization, plasmid construction, and studied transgene silencing.

Scholarly Output & Dissemination

Contributing to the global scientific dialogue through peer-reviewed articles, book chapters, and active participation in international conferences.

Peer-Reviewed Journal Articles (43 Published)
  1. Shohael AM, Kelly J, Venkataraman S, Hefferon K. (2025). Unlocking Opportunities and Overcoming Challenges in Genetically Engineered Biofortification. Nutrients. 17(3):518. DOI: 10.3390/nu17030518
  2. Afrin, M., Ahmed, S., Ahamed, T., Rahman, M. M. M., Khatun, S. M., Mohiuddin, A. K. M., & Shohael, A. M. (2024). Optimization of plant growth regulators for efficient embryogenic callus induction and subsequent plant regeneration in two indigenous aromatic rice varieties of Bangladesh. Plant Tissue Culture and Biotechnology, 34(2), 153–164.
  3. Ahmed, S., Shohael, A. M., Ahamed, T., Ahmed, R., Ahmed, S., & Hassan, H. M. S. (2024). Understanding public perspectives on genetically engineered Brinjal and the adoption of modern biotechnology in Bangladesh. Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology, 12, 1471201. DOI: 10.3389/fbioe.2024.1471201
  4. Ahmed, S, Shohael, AM, Paek, KY. (2021). Evaluation of growth and some unexplored bioactivities of bioreactor grown adventitious root culture of ginseng (Panax ginseng C.A. Meyer). Biotechnol Appl Biochem. 1– 15. DOI: 10.1002/bab.2266
  5. Hossain, M. S., Ali, S., Hossain, M., Uddin, S. Z., Moniruzzaman, M., Islam, M. R., Shohael, A. M., Islam, M. S., Ananya, T. H., Rahman, M. M., Rahman, M. A., Worth, M., Mondal, D., & Mahmud, Z. H. (2021). ESBL Producing Escherichia coli in Faecal Sludge Treatment Plants: An Invisible Threat to Public Health in Rohingya Camps, Cox's Bazar, Bangladesh. Frontiers in Public Health, 9, 783019. DOI: 10.3389/fpubh.2021.783019
  6. Nadim Sharif, Rubayet Rayhan Opu, Shamsun Nahar Ahmed, Mithun Kumar Sarkar, Raisah Jaheen, Muktasid Ud Daullah, Shahriar Khan, Mir Mubin, Habibur Rahman, Faiza Islam, Nusaira Haque Suchana Islama, Fariha Bushra Khana, Nabila Haque, Umme Ayman, Abdullah Mohammad Shohael, Shuvra Kanti Dey, Ali Azam Talukder. (2021). Prevalence and impact of comorbidities on disease prognosis among patients with COVID-19 in Bangladesh: A nationwide study amid the second wave. Diabetes & Metabolic Syndrome: Clinical Research & Reviews. 15 (4).
  7. Sium Ahmed, Faisal Bin Rahman and Abdullah Mohammad Shohael. (2021). In vitro analysis of phytoconstituents and bioactivities of Senna alata L. leaf extracts. Discovery Phytomedicine. 8 (4) 167-174.
  8. Nahar Kamrun and Arju Sharfun Nahar and Shohael Abdullah Mohammad and Ahmed, Shawon. (2021). Dye Extraction from Immature Wood Apple, Characterization and its Eco-Friendly Application on Cotton, and Silk Fabrics. Available at SSRN. SSRN: 3909917 or DOI: 10.2139/ssrn.3909917
  9. Bishajit Sarkar, Fayza Akter, Fatema Tuz Johora, Md. Asad Ullah, and Abdullah Mohammad Shohael. (2021). Micronutrient Biofortification in Rice through New Breeding Techniques (NBTs): Bangladesh Perspective. Current Nutracuticals. 2: 89-105.
  10. Faisal Bin Rahman........Abdullah Mohammad Shohael. (2020). A comprehensive multi-directional exploration of phytochemicals and bioactivities of flower extracts from Delonix regia (Bojer ex Hook.) Raf., Cassia fistula L. and Lagerstroemia speciosa L. Biochemistry and Biophysics Reports. 100805. DOI: 10.1016/j.bbrep.2020.100805
  11. Sium Ahmed, Dil Afroj Moni, Kailas Dashrath Sonawane, Kee Yoeup Paek and Abdullah Mohammad Shohael. (2020). A comprehensive in silico exploration of pharmacological properties, bioactivities and COX-2 inhibitory potential of eleutheroside B from Eleutherococcus senticosus (Rupr. & Maxim.) Maxim. Journal of Biomolecular Structure and Dynamics. DOI: 10.1080/07391102.2020.1803135
  12. Sium Ahmed, Bilkis Mehrin Moni, Shawon Ahmed, Donald James Gomes and Abdullah Mohammad Shohael. (2020). Comparative phytochemical, antioxidant, and antibacterial study of different parts of Doigota plants (Bixa orellana L.). Bull Natl Res Cent 44, 95. DOI: 10.1186/s42269-020-00349-1
  13. Tania Jabin, Tanvir Ahamed, Shahin Alam, Abdullah Mohammad Shohael. (2020). Investigation on phytochemical screening, thin layer chromatographic profiling and antibacterial potential of ten widely used spices in Bangladesh. Int. J. Biosci. 16(3), 208-220. DOI: 10.12692/ijb/16.3.208-220
  14. Sium Ahmed and Abdullah Mohammad Shohael. (2019). In silico studies of four anthraquinones of Senna alata L. As potential antifungal compounds. PharmacologyOnline. 2: 259-268.
  15. Hanan Ashrafi, Muntequa Ishtiaq Siraji, Nazmir Nur Showva, Md. Mozammel Hossain, Tareq Hossen, Md. Ashraful Hasan, Abdullah Mohammad Shohael and Mohammad Mahfuz Ali Khan Shawan. (2019). Structure to function analysis with antigenic characterization of a hypothetical protein, HPAG1_0576 from Helicobacter pylori HPAG1. Bioinformation. 15(7): 456-466.
  16. Sium Ahmed, Shawon Ahmed, Swapan Kumar Roy, Sun Hee Woo, Kailas Dashrath Sonawane and Abdullah Mohammad Shohael. (2019). Effect of salinity on the morphological, physiological and biochemical properties of lettuce (Lactuca sativa L.) in Bangladesh. Open Agriculture. 4: 361-373.
  17. Sium Ahmed, Faisal Bin Rahman, Shawon Ahmed and Abdullah Mohammad Shohael. (2018). Insights into the bioactive compounds, antioxidant potential and TLC profiling of different extracts of Tomato plants. Jahangirnagar University J. Biol. Sci. 7 (2): 65-77.
  18. Apurba Kumar Sarker, Mohammad Shaker, Mohammed Asef Iqbal and Abdullah Mohammad Shohael. (2018). Prevalence of extended-spectrum β-lactamase and Metallo β-lactamase genes among clinical isolates of non-fermenting gram-negative bacteria. International Journal of Pharmacy and Biological Sciences. 8 (4):994-1001.
  19. Shakil Ahmed Polash, Nilofar Yakub Nadaf, Md. Atikur Rahman and Abdullah Mohammad Shohael. (2018). Green synthesis of silver nanoparticles (AgNPs): Agricultural applications and future vision. Journal of Biodiversity and Environmental Sciences. 13(2): 35-57.
  20. Ki-Won Lee, Md. Atikur Rahman, Ki-Yong Kim, Gi Jun Choi, Joon-Yung Cha, Mi Sun Cheong, Abdullah Mohammad Shohael, Chris Jones, Sang Hoon Lee. (2018). Overexpression of the alfalfa DnaJ-like protein (MsDJLP) gene enhances tolerance to chilling and heat stresses in transgenic tobacco plants. Turkish Journal of Biology. 42:12-22.
  21. P Saha, M Afrin, AKM Mohiuddin, AM Shohael. (2017). Development of an effective in vitro Regeneration protocol for BARI Mash 2 (Vigna mungo L.) an important legume crop in Bangladesh. Jahangirnagar University Journal of Biological Sciences 6 (1), 23-33.
  22. Alam M.K., N.R. Sarker., K.M. Nasiruddin and A.M. Shohael. (2017). Salinity stress on the morphological and nutritional quality of Napier cultivars under hydroponic condition. Bang. J. Anim. Sci. 46 (2): 102-108.
  23. A.M. Shohael, A.A. Hrisha, T. Ahamed and S.M. Khatun. (2017). An easy and reproducible field to table technology for the production of hydroponic lettuce in Bangladesh. International Journal of Agronomy and Agricultural Research 10 (3) 37-47.
  24. H.R. Jang, H.J. Lee, A.M. Shohael, B.J. Park, K.Y. Paek, and S.Y. Park. (2016). Production of biomass and bioactive compounds from shoot cultures of Rosa rugosa using a bioreactor culture system. Horticulture, Environment, and Biotechnology. 57(1):79-87. DOI: 10.1007/s13580-016-0111-z
  25. P. Saha, M. Afrin, A.K.M Mohiuddin and A.M Shohael. (2015). In vitro Regeneration of Grass Pea (Lathyrus sativus L.). Jahangirnagar University J. Biol. Sci. 4(2): 1-8.
  26. A.M. Shohael, H.N. Murthy & K.Y. Paek. (2014). The pilot-scale culture of somatic embryos of Eleutherococcus senticosus in airlift bioreactors for the production of eleutherosides. Biotechnology Letters. 36: 1727-1733. DOI: 10.1007/s10529-014-1534-1
  27. A.M. Shohael, K.Y. Paek. (2013). Production of eleutherosides, total phenolics and total flavonoids from somatic embryos of Siberian ginseng affected by different aeration volume in the bioreactor. International Journal of Biosciences. 3(4): 213-221. DOI: 10.12692/ijb/3.4.213-221
  28. A.M. Shohael, S.M. Khatun, M.F. Alam, K.Y. Paek. (2013). Effects of Murashige and Skoog medium strength on germination and secondary metabolites production of Eleutherococcus senticosus’s somatic embryos in the bioreactor. International Journal of Biosciences. 3(3) 155-163. DOI: 10.12692/ijb/3.3.155-163
  29. T. Hirai, A.M. Shohael, Y.W. Kim, M. Yano. H. Ezura. (2011). Ubiquitin promoter-terminator cassette promotes the genetically stable expression of the taste-modifying protein miraculin in transgenic lettuce. Plant Cell Reports. 30: 2255-2265. DOI: 10.1007/s00299-011-1131-x
  30. A.M. Shohael, H.N. Murthy, E.J. Hahn, H.L. Lee, K.Y. Paek. (2008). Increased eleutheroside production in Eleutherococcus sessiliflorus embryogenic suspension cultures with methyl jasmonate treatment. Biochemical Engineering Journal. 38: 270-273. DOI: 10.1016/j.bej.2007.07.010
  31. A.M. Shohael, M. B. Ali, E.J. Hahn, and K. Y. Paek. (2007). Glutathione metabolism and antioxidant responses during Eleutherococcus senticosus somatic embryo development. Plant Cell Tissue & Organ Culture. 89:121-129. DOI: 10.1007/s11240-007-9220-9
  32. A.M. Shohael, H.N.Murthy, E.J. Hahn, and K.Y. Paek. (2007). Methyl jasmonate induced overproduction of eleutherosides in somatic embryos of Eleutherococcus senticous cultured in bioreactors. Electronic Journal of Biotechnology [online].Vol. 10. No 4, October 15, 2007. DOI: 10.2225/vol10-issue4-fulltext-13
  33. A.M. Shohael, M. B. Ali, K. W. Yu, E. J. Hahn, R. Islam, and KY.Paek. (2006). Effect of light on oxidative stress, secondary metabolites and induction of antioxidant enzymes in Eleutherococcus senticosus somatic embryos in the bioreactor. Process Biochemistry. 41:1179-1185. DOI: 10.1016/j.procbio.2005.12.015
  34. A.M. Shohael, D. Chakrabarty, M. B. Ali, K. W. Yu, E. J. Hahn, H.L.Lee and KY.Paek. (2006). Enhancement of eleutherosides production in embryogenic cultures of Eleutherococcus sessiliflorus in response to sucrose-induced osmotic stress. Process Biochemistry. 41: 512-518. DOI: 10.1016/j.procbio.2005.09.005
  35. A.M. Shohael, M. B. Ali, K.W. Yu, E. J. Hahn, and KY. Paek. (2006). Effect of temperature on secondary metabolites production and antioxidant enzyme activities in Eleutherococcus senticosus somatic embryos. Plant Cell, Tissue & Organ Culture. 85: 219-228. DOI: 10.1007/s11240-005-9075-x
  36. A.M. Shohael, R. Islam, E. J. Hahn, and K. Y. Paek. (2006). Histological observation of developmental somatic embryos of Eleutherococcus sessiliflorus. Horticulture. Environment & Biotechnology. 47: 45-50.
  37. A.M. Shohael, D. Chakrabarty, K.W. Yu, E.J Hahn and K.Y. Paek. (2005). Application of bioreactor system for large-scale production of Eleutherococcus sessiliflorus somatic embryos in an air-lift bioreactor and production of Eleutherosides. Journal of Biotechnology (Elsevier). 120: 228-236. DOI: 10.1016/j.jbiotec.2005.06.010
  38. M.B. Ali, N. Singh, A.M. Shohael, E.J. Hahn and K.Y. Paek. (2006). Phenolic metabolism and lignin synthesis in root suspension cultures of Panax ginseng in response to copper stress. Plant Science. 171: 147-154. DOI: 10.1016/j.plantsci.2006.03.005
  39. A.M. Shohael, M. A. L. Akanda, S. Parvez, S. Mahfuja, M. F. Alam, R. Islam, and N. Joarder. (2003). Somatic embryogenesis and plant regeneration from immature embryo-derived callus of inbred maize (Zea mays L.). Biotechnology 2(2): 154-161.
  40. M. G. Ahmed, M. F. Alam, M. Nuruzzaman, A.M. Shohael, M. Nasiruddin, and M. M. Hossain. (2003). Evaluation of nutrient film technique and sand culture for year-round production of tomato (Lycopersicon esculentum Mill.) in tropical Asia. Asian Journal of Plant Science. 2(5): 420-424.
  41. M. Nuruzzaman, M. F. Alam, M. G. Ahmed, A.M. Shohael, M. K. Biswas, M. R. Amin, and M. M. Hossain. (2002). Studies on parental variability and heterosis in rice. Pakistan Journal of Biological Science. 5 (10): 1006-1009.
  42. Lipika Ghosh, M.S.Alam, M.R. Ali, A.M. Shohael, F.Alam and R.Islam. (2003). Changes in some biochemical parameters of mulberry (Morus Sp.) leaves after infected with leaf spot disease. Online Journal of Biological Science 3(5): 508-514.
  43. M.F. Alam, S.M. Khatun, I.A. Khondokar, A.M. Shohael, S.Parvez, M. Khalekuzzaman. (2002). Genetic parameter on callus induction and plant regeneration using three explants in four rice cultivars of Bangladesh. Bangladesh Journal of Genetics and Biotechnology 3(1&2) 125-130.
Book Chapters (4 Published)
  1. Shohael, A.M. and Hefferon, K.L. (2023). Agricultural biotechnology in Bangladesh: The way forward. In: Agricultural Bioeconomy: Innovation and Foresight in the Post-COVID Era. Academic Press, pp.143-166. DOI: 10.1016/B978-0-323-90569-5.00012-3
  2. P. Saha, A.K.M. Mohiuddin and A.M. Shohael. (2016). Regeneration of Black Gram and Grass Pea via Somatic Embryogenesis and Shoot Organogenesis. LAP LAMBERT Academic Publishing, Omni Scriptum GmbH & Co. KG, Germany. ISBN: 978-3-659-94496-3.
  3. Shohael, A.M., Khatun, S.M., Murthy, H.N. and Paek, K.Y. (2014). Production of Bioactive Compounds from Somatic Embryo Suspension Cultures of Siberian Ginseng in Bioreactors. In: Paek, K.Y., Murthy, H.N. and Zhong, J.J. (eds.) Production of Biomass and Bioactive Compounds Using Bioreactor Technology. Springer Netherlands, pp.317-335.
  4. AM Shohael, E J Hahn, and KY Paek. (2007). Somatic embryogenesis and secondary metabolite production through bioreactor culture of Siberian ginseng (Eleutherococcus senticosus). Acta Hort. (ISHS) 764:181-186. http://www.actahort.org/books/764/764_23.htm
Conference Presentations (22 Abstracts)

Poster Presentations (11 Total)

  1. Abdullah Mohammad Shohael, Ahmad A Omar and Jude W Grosser. Development of Greening (HLB) and Canker Resistant Citrus Cultivars through Genetic Engineering. 6th Annual South Asia Biosafety Conference-2018, Dhaka (Sept15-17, 2018). Bangladesh. (Second prize Awarded)
  2. Abdullah Mohammad Shohael and Kee Yeoup Paek. Commercial Production of Plant Cells in Large Scale Bioreactor for the Production of Secondary Metabolites. International Association for Plant Biotechnology Congress-2018 1(9th – 24th August). DUBLIN IRELAND.
  3. Shohael A.M., Hahn E.J. and Paek K.Y. Large-scale plantlets production via somatic embryogenesis of Eleutherococcus sessiliflorus using bioreactor culture system. Conference for the Korean Society for Horticultural Science, Spring, 2004.
  4. Shohael A.M., Yu K.W., Hahn E.J., and Paek K.Y. Somatic embryogenesis and plant regeneration from leaf tissue of Eleutherococcus sessiliflorus. Conference of the Korean Society of Plant Biotechnology. May 7-8, 2004, in Degu, Korea.
  5. Shohael A.M. et al. Somatic embryogenesis of Siberian ginseng (Eleutherococcus sessiliflorus) in the bioreactor. The annual conference of the Korean Society of Plant Biotechnology. 2004 October 22~23. Pusan, Korea. (Best Poster awarded)
  6. Shohael A.M., Ali M. B., Yu K.W., Hahn E.J and Paek K.Y. Secondary metabolites and antioxidant properties in field-grown leaves, stems and somatic embryos of Siberian ginseng (Eleutherococcus senticosus). International Symposium on Korean society of medicinal crop science. 2005 November 4~5, Chungbuk National University, Korea.
  7. Shohael A.M., Yu K.W, Hahn E.J, Paek K.Y. Somatic Embryogenesis and Secondary Metabolite Production through Bioreactor Culture of Siberian Ginseng (Eleutherococcus senticosus). 27thInternational Horticultural Congress & Exhibition (IHC 2006).
  8. Shohael A.M & Afrin M. In Vitro Culture and Plant Regeneration Ability of Red Okra. 7th Int. Plant Tissue Culture & Biotechnology Conference, March 1-3, 2014 in Dhaka.
  9. Ashrafi H & Shohael A.M. Grain Quality Evaluation Of Traditionally Cultivated Local Rice Varieties In Bangladesh. 7th International Plant Tissue Culture & Biotechnology Conference, March 1-3, 2014 in Dhaka.
  10. M Afrin, Shohael A.M. et al. Development of Fast and Efficient Plant Regeneration System via Somatic Embryogenesis of Aromatic Rice Cultivars in Bangladesh. 7th International Plant Tissue Culture & Biotechnology Conference, March 1-3, 2014 in Dhaka.
  11. Saha P, Shohael A.M. et al. Plant regeneration via somatic embryogenesis and direct shoot organogenesis from different explants of a Black gram and Grass pea. 7th International Plant Tissue Culture & Biotechnology Conference, March 1-3, 2014 in Dhaka.

Oral Presentations (11 Total)

  1. Abdullah Mohammad Shohael and Kee Yeoup Paek. Application of Plant Bioreactor systems for the industrial-scale production of valuable phytochemicals in different plant cells. International Conference on Frankincense and Medicinal Plants (ICFMP-2018), Muscat, OMAN, Oct30th -Nov1st, 2018.
  2. Shohael A.M., Yu K.W., Hahn E.J. and Paek K.Y. Large-scale production of Eleutherococcus sessiliflorus somatic embryos and eleutherosides in the bioreactor. Conference for the Korean Society for Horticultural Science, Spring, 2005. Cheju 26~27 May, SOUTH KOREA.
  3. Shohael A.M. and Ezura H. Expression of Miraculin gene from Richadella dulcifica in transgenic lettuce through specific ubiquitin promoter. Sixth International Symposium on In Vitro Culture and Horticultural Breeding, 24-28 August 2008, Brisbane, Queensland, AUSTRALIA.
  4. Shohael A.M. Application of Bioreactor system for Mass production of medicinal and Ornamental Plants. Workshop on Bioreactor for Plant Micropropagation and Production of Secondary Metabolites. University of Malaya, 25-26 October 2008. Kuala Lumpur, MALAYSIA.
  5. Shohael A.M. & Grosser J.W. Optimization of the genetic engineering approach for disease resistance in Citrus. 6th International Plant Tissue Culture and Biotechnology Conference. December 3-5, 2010. Dhaka, BANGLADESH.
  6. Shohael A.M & Paek K.Y. Application of bioreactor system for commercial production of Eleutherococcus somatic embryos for secondary metabolites and antioxidant properties. 1st International Symposium on ‘Medicinal, Aromatic and Nutraceutical Plants from Mountainous Areas'. July 6-9, 2011 in Saas-Fee-SWITZERLAND.
  7. Omar A.A, Shohael A.M & Grosser J. Over-Expression of a β-1,3-Glucanase Gene In Transgenic Citrus In Efforts to Inhibit Phloem Plugging Caused by Citrus Greening Disease (Huanglongbing). Annual Conference of American Society for Horticultural Sciences (ASHS), Miami, Florida, USA 2012.
  8. Shohael, A.M & Paek, K.Y. Large Scale Somatic Embryos Production of Eleutherococcus in Bioreactor for Secondary Metabolites and Antioxidant Properties. International Horticultural Congress (IHC) 2014, Brisbane, AUSTRALIA.
  9. Shohael A.M. & Paek, K.Y. Large scale production of pharmaceutically active compounds from medicinal plants using bioreactor technology. Drug discovery and development research in developing countries (DRDC), Dhaka 2015. BANGLADESH.
  10. Shohael A.M. and Paek K.Y. Plant Bioreactor: A promising tool for the commercial production of biomass and bioactive compounds of valuable medicinal plants in Bangladesh. Annual BAPTC&B Conference 2015, Cox's Bazar, BANGLADESH.
  11. S.H. Rahman and A.M. Shohael. Environmental impacts of Farakka barrage on Bangladesh. International Conference on “Incessant Ganga” 2017. Patna, Bihar, INDIA.

Leadership, Recognition & Global Engagement

Driving scientific advancement and fostering innovation through leadership roles, community building, continuous learning, and active participation in the global scientific ecosystem.

🏆 Academic Awards & Distinctions

  • Shahid Habibur Rahman Gold Medal (Rajshahi University, Outstanding Performance)
  • Best Paper Award 2007 (Korean Society of Horticultural Sciences)
  • Second Prize Poster Award 2018 (6th South Asia Biosafety Conference, Dhaka)
  • Best Poster Award 2004 (Korean Society of Plant Biotechnology Conference, Pusan)
  • Rajshahi University Scholarship

🚀 Professional Leadership & Engagement

  • Chief Technology Officer (CTO), PCell (Biotech Startup)
  • Founder & CEO, Science Porter Bangladesh (SPB) [www.scienceporterbd.org]
  • President, Microbiologists Society, Bangladesh Chapter
  • General Secretary, Network for Agri-Biotech and Nutrition (NABN) [www.nabnbd.org]

🎓 Continuous Professional Development

  • ICGEB Workshop "SynBio-2022" Synthetic Biology (New Delhi, June '22)
  • Workshop on Brain Engaging Pedagogy (IDOL, Jan '21)
  • BioE 271: Frugal Science (Stanford University, Sep-Nov '20)
  • Int. Training: In vitro & Cryopreservation (ICAR-NBPGR, New Delhi, Nov '19)
  • Training NFAO-2018: New Frontiers in Algal Omics (ICGEB, New Delhi, Nov '18)
  • Visiting Fellow, Plant Biotechnology (Chungbuk Nat'l Univ., S. Korea, May-June '15)

🤝 Professional Society Memberships

  • American Society for Microbiology (ASM)
  • American Society of Plant Biologists (ASPB)
  • International Society for Horticultural Science (ISHS)
  • International Association for Plant Biotechnology (IAPB)
  • International Society for the Biosafety Research (ISBR)
  • Life Member: BAPTC&B, BBS, BJSPSAA, BBBA (Bangladesh)
  • Life Member: Microbiologist Society, India

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I welcome inquiries regarding research collaborations, graduate/postdoctoral opportunities, speaking engagements, industry partnerships, media interests, or other professional matters. Let's explore how we can innovate together.

Contact Details

Email: amshohael@juniv.edu

Affiliation:
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Department of Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering
Jahangirnagar University
Savar, Dhaka-1342, BANGLADESH.

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