The Department of Civil Engineering of United International University (UIU) organized a seminar titled “Biomechanics of Mental Health” on December 24, 2024 (Tuesday) at 2:30 pm at UIU Campus, United City, Madani Avenue, Dhaka-1212.
Prof. Dr. Md Taher Abu Saif, Department of Mechanical Science and Engineering, University of Illinois, USA was present as the Keynote Speaker and Prof. Dr. A.B.M. Badruzzaman, Vice Chancellor, BUET was present as the Guest of Honor in the program. The Executive Director of Institute for Advanced Research (IAR), UIU Professor Emeritus Dr. M. Rezwan Khan presided over the Ceremony. Prof. Dr. Hasan Sarwar, Dean, School of Science and Engineering, UIU and Prof. Dr. Md. Mujibur Rahman, Department of Civil Engineering & Director, CSIRS-UIU also spoke in the program. The welcome address was delivered by Dr. Rumana Afrin, Associate Professor and Head, Department of Civil Engineering Proctor, UIU and the vote of thanks was delivered by Prof. Dr. Muhammad Mizanur Rahaman, Department of Civil Engineering, UIU.
The Keynote Speaker Prof. Dr. Md. Taher Abu Saif shared his research experience in the United States. At the same time, this distinguished scientist expressed optimism about establishing a micro-electronics lab for higher research in Bangladesh. For this, he called on the country’s higher education institutions, including BUET and UIU to work together.
Dr. Taher said that even after a person’s age increases, even after the age of 65, it is possible to maintain the functionality of his brain cells with proper and moderate exercise, walking and hard work. Even after the age of 65, new brain cells are created in the human body through regular walking or exercise.
The Guest of Honor Prof. Dr. A.B.M. Badruzzaman highlighted his education and research experiences. At this time, he emphasized on quality higher education and research. At the same time, he expressed hope that more work opportunities will be created with UIU in education, research and innovation.
Mr. Mohammad Abdul Moqaddem, Treasurer of UIU, Dr. Md. Zulfiqur Rahman, Registrar of UIU, Faculty members, students, officials, academicians, government high officials, researchers, journalists and other distinguished guests were present in the program.