Assoc. Prof. Dr. Md Shahriar A. Hossain | Nanotechnology | Best Researcher Award
The University of Queensland, Australia
👨🎓Profiles
🌟 Early Academic Pursuits
He began his academic journey with a focus on superconducting and functional materials. During his PhD at the University of Wollongong, he contributed 100% of his time to research, laying the foundation for a career devoted to advancing material sciences. This period was marked by his initial exploration into superconductivity and magnetic materials, which would become central themes in his later work.
🚀 Professional Endeavors
His professional trajectory spans prestigious roles across the globe. His postdoctoral fellowships at the University of Geneva, Switzerland, and the University of Wollongong, Australia, were pivotal in refining his expertise in superconductivity and magnetic materials. As a Senior Research Fellow and ARC DECRA recipient, he shifted focus to applied materials for energy, environment, and biomedical applications. Since joining the University of Queensland (UQ) as a Senior Lecturer and later Associate Professor, he has balanced research, teaching, and administrative responsibilities, contributing to UQ's reputation for innovation.
🧪 Research Focus and Contributions
Dr. Hossain has established a leading research group at UQ, excelling in: Applied superconductivity. Nano-biomaterials for biosensing and manufacturing. Functional mesoporous materials for energy and medical applications. He has supervised 28 Higher Degree by Research (HDR) students over the past decade, including 19 graduates, with many achieving prominent global positions. His mentorship has yielded exemplary results, such as a Dean’s Award for one of his PhD supervisees.
🌍 Impact and Influence
His research leadership has significantly impacted energy and biomedical applications, elevating UQ's Mechanical and Mining Engineering School. His global collaborations include partnerships with institutes in Japan, France, Germany, and the USA, promoting cross-border knowledge exchange. His influence extends to advisory and board memberships in institutions like the Australian ITER Forum and the National Superconductivity Center in Turkey.
📈 Academic Citations and Achievements
Dr. Hossain has published 200 Science Citation Index (SCI) articles, with over 14,000 citations and an impressive h-index of 63. More than 80% of these works are featured in Q1 journals with impact factors between 3.0 and 25.0. His publication portfolio includes: A scholarly book and book chapter. Two patents. Numerous articles with significant contributions to material sciences.
🛠️ Technical Skills
His technical proficiencies encompass: Superconducting and magnetic material characterization. Advanced biosensing techniques. Device fabrication for environmental and energy applications.
🎓 Teaching Experience and Mentorship
Balancing teaching and research, Dr. Hossain dedicates 40% of his time to teaching undergraduate and postgraduate courses at UQ. His mentorship of HDR students emphasizes innovative thinking, fostering the development of future scientists and industry leaders.
🏆 Awards and Recognition
His accolades reflect his global stature, including: 2023 Best Presenter Award, Materials Oceania Conference, Japan. 2020 UQ EAIT Faculty Innovation Award. 2015 Vice Chancellor’s Award in Research Excellence, University of Wollongong. 2015 Visiting Scientist at MIT, USA.
🌟 Legacy and Future Contributions
Looking ahead, Dr. Hossain aims to expand his research on sustainable energy solutions and advanced materials for biomedical applications. His commitment to mentorship and academic excellence ensures a lasting impact on material sciences and beyond. With a focus on innovation, he continues to shape the academic landscape while inspiring the next generation of researchers.
📖Notable Publications
A plasmonic mesoporous gold-based SERS-microfluidic platform for the detection of infectious diseases
Authors: Masud, M.K., Natsuhara, D., Dai, Y., Shibata, T., Yamauchi, Y.
Journal: Journal of Materials Chemistry C
Year: 2024
Mesoporous Gold: Substrate-Dependent Growth Dynamics, Strain Accumulation, and Electrocatalytic Activity for Biosensing
Authors: Park, H., Masud, M.K., Ashok, A., Yamauchi, Y., Kaneti, Y.V.
Journal: Small
Year: 2024
Bimetallic metal-organic framework-derived porous one-dimensional carbon materials for electrochemical sensing of dopamine
Authors: Chowdhury, S., Nugraha, A.S., O'May, R., Masud, M.K., Kaneti, Y.V.
Journal: Chemical Engineering Journal
Year: 2024
Selection of Fe as a barrier for manufacturing low-cost MgB2 multifilament wires – Advanced microscopy study between Fe and B reaction
Authors: Liang, H., Patel, D., Wang, Z., Yamauchi, Y., Hossain, M.S.A.
Journal: Journal of Magnesium and Alloys
Year: 2024
A Mesoporous Gold Sensor Unveils Phospho PD-L1 in Extracellular Vesicles as a Proxy for PD-L1 Expression in Lung Cancer Tissue
Authors: Shanmugasundaram, K.B., Ahmed, E., Miao, X., Wuethrich, A., Trau, M.
Journal: ACS Sensors
Year: 2024
Giant piezoresponse in nanoporous (Ba,Ca)(Ti,Zr)O3 thin film
Authors: Billah, M., Terasawa, Y., Masud, M.K., Hossain, M.S.A., Yamauchi, Y.
Journal: Chemical Science
Year: 2024
A mesoporous gold biosensor to investigate immune checkpoint protein heterogeneity in single lung cancer cells
Authors: Ahmed, E., Masud, M.K., Komatineni, P., Sina, A.A.I., Trau, M.
Journal: Biosensors and Bioelectronics
Year: 2024