Biography

I have been working with mycobacteria since joining icddr,b as an intern in 2022. Since then, I transitioned to a Research Officer role within the Mycobacteriology laboratory while pursuing and earning a Master’s degree in biotechnology from Brac University. My research focuses on identifying host- and pathogen-derived biomarkers to enhance tuberculosis diagnostics, with an emphasises on addressing challenges associated with paucibacillary forms of tuberculosis, where conventional methods often fall short. I aim to contribute to global efforts in enhancing early, accurate, and minimally invasive diagnostic approaches.