Impact of Work from Home on Employee Performance in the Context of Bangladesh
European Journal of Business and Management. www.iiste.org, ISSN 2222-1905 (Paper), ISSN 2222-2839 (Online), communications technology (ICT), 14(22).
Link: https://iiste.org/Journals/index.php/EJBM/article/view/59890
Determination of Thoracic Abnormalities in Chest Radiograph with YOLO-based Models
Paper Accepted at the Conference (2nd ICDMIS); Publication in Springer under process
Master’s Thesis: Predicting Air Quality in Dhaka Using Advanced Machine Learning Techniques: Integrating Climatic, Temporal, and Spatial Factors
Supervisor: Dr. Md. Rezaul Karim, Professor, Jahangirnagar University & East West University, MSc (Hasselt University), PhD. (Arenberg Doctoral School at KU Leuven, Belgium).
Developed an innovative machine learning framework to predict AQI in Dhaka by integrating geospatial, climatic, and temporal variables, addressing the limitations of previous studies that often used limited or isolated data sources.
Identified and analyzed the reason for biases in the previous studies and provided new insights into air quality dynamics, including the impact of industrial zones like Tongi and critical dry seasons.
H2O AutoML, an ensemble learning model, was proven superior to traditional models, achieving an R² of 0.9990, overcoming the errors and underperformance noted in previous studies using simpler models and single-variable approaches.
Master’s Coursework: Detection of Abnormal Targets in Chest Radiograph Based on YOLOv9 Algorithm
Supervisor: Dr. Ahmed Wasif Reza, Professor, Department of Computer Science & Engineering. (Ph. D., M.Eng.Sc., B.Sc. Engg. (Hons.), CEng (UK))
Performed an extensive study examining auto-anomaly detection in chest radiographs utilizing deep learning with YOLOv8 and YOLOv9 models. Employed the publicly accessible VinDr-CXR dataset, comprising 18,000 annotated scans, to evaluate the model's performance in terms of precision, recall, and mean average precision.
Conducted a comparative analysis of YOLOv8 and YOLOv9, achieving a superior mean average precision (mAP) of 32.3% against 28.2%, hence demonstrating enhanced efficacy in anomaly identification.
MBA’s Thesis: Developing a Framework for Evaluating the Effect of Celebrity Endorsement on Purchase Decisions through Telecom Users' Brand Perception.
Supervisor: Swarup Saha, Assistant Professor, IBA, University of Dhaka. Fulbright Alumni (Marketing Analytics, Clark University)
Conducted a comprehensive study investigating the impact of celebrity endorsements on brand perception and consumer purchase intention within the telecommunications industry in Bangladesh and employed the TEARS model as a framework for analysis.
Utilized correlation matrix analysis and SLR to determine substantial correlations between celebrity attributes (trustworthiness, expertise, attractiveness, respect, and similarity) and both brand perception and consumer purchase intention.
Bachelor’s Thesis: Empirical Analysis of the Impact of the Relocation of Hazaribagh Tannery Industry on the River Quality Parameters of Buriganga
Supervisor: Dr. Md. Habibur Rahman, Vice Chancellor, DUET; Professor, BUET, PhD (University of Strathclyde, Glasgow, UK)
Performed detailed statistical analysis from historical data and lab data determined on collected samples to determine the impact of tannery industry relocation to the upstream location on the river quality parameters.
Other Academic Research and Academic Projects:
Building Models for the Classification of the Presence of Heart Diseases
Supervisor: Dr. Md. Rezaul Karim, Professor, Jahangirnagar University & East West University, MSc (Hasselt University), PhD. (Arenberg Doctoral School at KU Leuven, Belgium).
Developed and evaluated machine learning models, including Random Forests, Gradient Boosting, and Artificial Neural Networks (ANNs), to classify heart disease presence, focusing on data preparation, dimensionality reduction, and model optimization.
The result demonstrated the superior performance of Random Forests and Gradient Boosting in handling non-linear relationships, and highlighting the limitations of ANNs when applying Principal Component Analysis (PCA), providing key insights for optimizing predictive analytics in heart disease diagnosis.
Building ML Model to Predict Whether the Tumor being Benign or Malignant (Breast Cancer Dataset)
Supervisor: Dr. Md. Rezaul Karim, Professor, Jahangirnagar University & East West University.
Constructed robust machine-learning models for accurate tumor classification as either benign or malignant involving six major classifiers: Gaussian Naive Bayes, Decision Tree, Random Forest, K-Nearest Neighbors, Logistic Regression, and Support Vector Machine (SVM).
The results highlight the Random Forest Classifier as the optimal model, achieving an accuracy of 94.2% and demonstrating superior performance in cross-validation.
D-Day Invasion: Development of a comprehensive database capturing the essence of World War II
Supervisor: Dr. Syed Akhter Hossain, Dean and Professor of CSE, Daffodil International University, Professor, East West University. Post Doctoral Fellow, LIESP Laboratory, Universite Lyon 2, Lyon, France.
Developed a database integrating data on World War II, featuring interactive visualizations to enhance user engagement and understanding.
Processed a robust ER model, normalization, schema development, and detailed SQL scripting for data accuracy and performance, providing an accessible platform for students and researchers to explore historical insights.
Business Process Modeling for Ready-Made Garments (RMG)
Supervisor: Dr. Syed Akhter Hossain, Dean and Professor of CSE, Daffodil International University, Professor, East West University.
Developed detailed Event-driven Process Chain (EPC) models to map and analyze key workflows in Utah Group's denim manufacturing, identifying critical bottlenecks and process dependencies.
Provided strategic recommendations based on As-Is and To-Be models, including adopting advanced automation technologies and improving real-time inventory management, to streamline operations and enhance efficiency while maintaining high product quality.
Comparative Analysis of Multiple Classification Models for Classifying Images from the Fashion MNIST Dataset
Supervisor: Dr. Md. Rezaul Karim, Professor, Jahangirnagar University & East West University.
Constructed and compared robust CNN and ANN models for image classification on the Fashion MNIST dataset, focusing on data preprocessing, model development, and evaluation.
The result demonstrates that the CNN model outperformed the ANN model with a higher accuracy (91.07% vs. 88.56%), highlighting the CNN's superior ability to capture complex spatial correlations within low-resolution images.
ANN Model for Boston and Tumor Data
Supervisor: Dr. Md. Rezaul Karim, Professor, Jahangirnagar University & East West University.
Implemented an Artificial Neural Network (ANN) to predict housing prices and breast cancer classification, focusing on thorough data preprocessing and feature exploration and building an efficient model architecture tailored for each task.
For the breast cancer classification model, compared six machine-learning classifiers, including Random Forest, SVM, and Naive Bayes, identifying Random Forest as the optimal model with a 94.2% accuracy, demonstrating superior performance through cross-validation.
Optimizing Marketing Campaign Process: IMPROVING THE EFFECTIVENESS AND EFFICIENCY OF MARKETING CAMPAIGNS OF NAGAD
Supervisor: Dr. Syed Akhter Hossain, Dean and Professor of CSE, Daffodil International University, Professor, East West University.
Identified key bottlenecks in the current marketing campaign processes by analyzing inefficiencies such as unclear objectives, fragmented communication, misaligned resources, and repetitive manual tasks, which hinder the effectiveness of the marketing campaigns.
Proposed optimized solutions through a TO-BE process model using techniques like machine learning-driven optimization, simultaneous data management, and early cross-functional collaboration, aimed at improving time efficiency, decision-making, and the overall campaign outcomes
Empirical Analysis of the Impact of Foreign Remittances on the Economic Development of Bangladesh
Supervisor: Mr. Kamruzzaman, Additional Director, BBTA, Bangladesh Bank.
Conducted an empirical analysis of the impact of foreign remittances on Bangladesh's economic development, utilizing regression analyses and macroeconomic data from the past decade.
Findings reveal a strong positive correlation between remittances and economic indicators, such as GDP growth and foreign exchange reserves, underscoring their role in poverty reduction, women's empowerment, and employment generation.
Statistical Analysis of Demand for DTH Services among TV Users in Narayanganj City through Direct Survey Method
Supervisor: Mohammad Saif Noman Khan, Assistant Professor, IBA, University of Dhaka. (Alumni: Schulich School of Business, Canada)
Collected 500+ field data and conducted an in-depth analysis of survey data employing SPSS to model data distribution, perform Customer analysis, and analyze Product Design aspects.
User Feedback on Ride-Sharing Services in Dhaka to Understand Customer Preferences through SPSS Data Analysis
Supervisor: Avijit Mallik, Assistant Professor, IBA, University of Dhaka. Fulbright Alumni (University of Texas at Austin)
Developed an analysis workflow comprising regression analysis, one-sample and two-sample T-test, Chi-square test, etc. that determines customer preference regarding ride-sharing services.
Data-Driven Exploration of the Effects of Online Reviews on Purchasing Decisions among Young Adults in Dhaka
Supervisor: Dr. Rezwanul Huque Khan, Professor, IBA, University of Dhaka; PhD (University of Warwick, UK)
Performed research through an online survey questionnaire and applied descriptive and inferential statistical tools with R, SPSS, and MS Excel to determine what platform young adults of Dhaka check for online reviews, how much they trust each platform, and for what products they search online reviews for.