Dr. Shaila Haque
(Assistant Professor)Department of Biochemistry and Biotechnology
Faculty of Bio-Sciences
Contact
Email:
shaque@bu.ac.bd
Phone:
01520081067
Research Profile
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Short Biography:
Dr. Shaila Haque is a dedicated researcher in neuroscience and molecular biology, currently serving as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biochemistry and Biotechnology at the University of Barishal, Bangladesh. She earned her Ph.D. in Neuroscience from the University of Sheffield, UK. Her doctoral work focused on profiling somatic, population, and phenotypic heterogeneity in genetic causes of ALS/MND, reflecting her deep engagement with neurodegenerative disease research.
Dr. Haque’s academic foundation includes an MS and BS in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from the University of Dhaka. Over the past decade, she has held research and teaching positions at several esteemed institutions and actively led multiple projects related to genetic disorders, environmental biotechnology, and molecular diagnostics. She has published widely in peer-reviewed journals and presented her work at national and international conferences, including ENCALS and the Global Network of Bangladeshi Biotechnologists.
Her skill set spans advanced molecular and cell biology techniques, including ICC, qRT-PCR, cloning, and high-content imaging, alongside bioinformatics tools for genomics and drug target prediction. Dr. Haque is particularly interested in postdoctoral research opportunities focusing on neuroscience, cellular reprogramming, functional genomics, and genetic regulation of disease phenotypes.
With a strong publication record, international training, and a passion for translational research, Dr. Haque aims to contribute to impactful scientific advancements in understanding and treating neurological and genetic disorders.
Research Interests:
Education
| Degree Name | Group/Major Subject | Institute | Country | Passing Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ph.D. | Neuroscience | University of Sheffield | United Kingdom | 2023 |
| Master of Science (MS) | Biochemistry and Molecular Biology | University of Dhaka | Bangladesh | 2014 |
| Bachelor of Science (BS) | Biochemistry and Molecular Biology | University of Dhaka | Bangladesh | 2013 |
Experience
| Title | Organization | From Date | To Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Advisor | University of Barishal | 2026-02-03 | till now |
| Director (Office of the External Affairs) | University of Barishal | 2024-07-11 | 2025-03-11 |
| House Tutor | University of Barishal | 2023-09-21 | 2025-02-24 |
| Assistant Professor | University of Barishal | 2023-02-23 | till now |
| Assistant Proctor | University of Barishal | 2018-09-10 | 2019-03-09 |
| Lecturer | University of Barishal | 2018-01-01 | 2023-02-22 |
| Lecturer | Independent University Bangladesh | 2017-08-28 | 2017-12-31 |
| Assistant Professor | Primeasia University | 2015-10-28 | 2017-08-27 |
| Lecturer | University of South Asisa | 2014-09-15 | 2015-10-27 |
Research Activities
| Sl. | Name | Research Project Title | Funding Agency | Duration | Status | Attachment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Professor Janine Kirby, University of Sheffield | Profiling of somatic, population and phenotypic heterogeneity in genetic causes of ALS/MND | University Funded | 2019-03-01 - 2023-07-18 | Completed | Download |
| 2 | Shaila Haque | A pilot-scale study on the prevalence of B Thalassemia carrier among Students of the University of Barishal | University Funded | 2018-07-01 - 2019-06-30 | Completed | Download |
| 3 | Shaila Haque | Assessing the Efficacy of Sunscreens Indigenous to Bangladesh | University Funded | 2024-07-01 - 2024-12-31 | Completed | Download |
Resources
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Publication
| Sl. | Details |
|---|---|
| 1 | Dr. Mst. Ziasmin Khatun , Dr. Shaila Haque , mTOR signaling in airway epithelial homeostasis, aging, and diseases ,23 Feb 2026 Read more |
| 2 | Dr. Shaila Haque , Chromatographic Analysis of Potential Bioactive Compounds from Jania Seaweed Species from the Bay of Bengal, Bangladesh Bioresearch Communications ,1 Jan 2026 Read more |
| 3 | Dr. Shaila Haque , Computational analysis and molecular dynamics insights into deleterious SNPs of the HFE gene Journal of Biomolecular Structure and Dynamics ,24 Nov 2025 Read more |
| 4 | Dr. Mst. Ziasmin Khatun , Dr. Shaila Haque , Src Family Kinases in Epidermal Homeostasis, Wound Healing, and Tumorigenesis Journal of Biosciences and Public Health ,15 Aug 2025 Read more |
| 5 | Dr. Shaila Haque , Determining Biomolecular Signatures and Pathways of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis: Bioinformatics and System Biology Techniques ,30 May 2025 Read more |
| 6 | Dr. Shaila Haque , Quantification of Total Petroleum Hydrocarbons in the Pollution Sources of Karnaphuli River: Impact and Remediation for Sustainable Environment Management Environmental Monitoring and Contaminants Research ,03 Oct 2024 Read more |
| 7 | Dr. Shaila Haque , Multifaceted Genes in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis-Frontotemporal Dementia Frontiers in Neuroscience ,07 Jul 2020 Read more |
| 8 | Dr. Shaila Haque , PREVALENCE OF THALASSEMIA CARRIER AMONG STUDENTS OF UNIVERSITY OF BARISHAL, BANGLADESH Barishal University Journal of Bio-sciences ,30 Jan 2020 |
| 9 | Dr. Shaila Haque , Effect of Hepatitis C Virus (HCV) on Hemoglobin, Blood Cells and Random Blood Glucose Levels among Serologically Positive HCV Patients IOSR Journal of Nursing and Health Science (IOSR-JNHS) ,08 Sep 2017 Read more |
| 10 | Dr. Shaila Haque , Disinfection of Supplied Drinking Water by Poly Preparation Biojournal of Science and Technology ,12 Jul 2017 Attachment |
| 11 | Dr. Shaila Haque , Antibacterial properties of Neem (Azadirachta indica): a mini-review Biojournal of Science and Technology ,17 Sep 2016 Attachment |
| 12 | Dr. Shaila Haque , Phytoremediation: a property of plant to clean up our environment ,31 Aug 2016 Read more |
| 13 | Dr. Shaila Haque , Identification and expression profiling of microRNAs and their corresponding targets related to phytoremediation of heavy metals in jute (Corchorus olitorius var. O-9897) ,1 January 2016 Read more |
| 14 | Dr. Shaila Haque , Interaction of Quercetin of Onion with Axon Guidance Protein Receptor, NRP-1 Plays Important Role in Cancer Treatment: An In Silico Approach Interdisciplinary Sciences: Computational Life Sciences ,26 December 2015 Read more |
Award
| Award Type | Title | Year | Country | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Barishal Research Grant | 2024 | Bangladesh | 2023-2024 fiscal year | |
| Certificate of Appreciation | 2022 | Bangladesh | For research contribution at the University of Barishal, Bangladesh | |
| Prime Minister Fellowship | 2019 | Bangladesh | 2018-19/2nd Phase for the PhD program at the University of Sheffield, UK | |
| Best Presentation of research work | 2014 | Bangladesh | "5th International Conference on Environmental Aspects of Bangladesh" (ICEAB), Bangladesh. | |
| National Science & Technology (NST) Fellowship | 2013 | Bangladesh | Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of Bangladesh for Research, Bangladesh for MS Thesis. |
Teaching
- Courses Taught: Basic Microbiology, Human Physiology, Plant Biochemistry, Neurobiochemistry, Fermentation Technology, Bioinformatics, Genomics and Proteomics, Animal Biotechnology, Plant Biotechnology, Environmental Biotechnology, Drug Designing and Pharmacogenomics, Computational Biology.
- Course Coordinator of multiple undergraduate and MS-level courses under the Department of Biochemistry and Biotechnology, University of Barishal.
- Actively involved in curriculum development aligned with Outcome-Based Education (OBE) framework and University Grants Commission (UGC) guidelines.
- Contributor to the implementation and adaptation of research-integrated teaching practices for advanced courses such as Bioinformatics, Neurobiochemistry, and Drug Design.
- Mentored numerous undergraduate and MS thesis students in areas including neuroscience, molecular biology, and computational biology.
- Recipient of Certificate of Appreciation (2022) for contributions to teaching and research from the University of Barishal.
- Experienced in interdisciplinary teaching bridging neuroscience, genomics, and biotechnology, with international exposure from doctoral research and training at the University of Sheffield, UK.
- Proponent of digital learning integration and collaborative project-based education strategies to enhance student engagement and academic performance.
Professional Member
Postgraduate Students
| Name | Session | MS Thesis Title |
| Nazia Zarin | 2023-24 | Exploring molecular signatures and therapeutic agents of Type 2 Diabetes and Parkinson's Disease |
| Hafsa Jahan | 2023-24 | In silico functional annotation and structural characterization of hypothetical protein LOC100507564 associated with Parkinson’s Disease |
| Ayshee Mondol | 2023-24 | An in silico comparative transcriptomic and network-based analysis of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis and Guillain–Barré Syndrome to identify shared molecular mechanisms and predict novel therapeutic targets |
| Sumaita Anjum | 2022-23 | Engineering of a Bispecific Chimeric Antigen Receptor (CAR) Protein targeting CD33 and CD70 Antigen: An immunoinformatic approach for advancing Acute Myeloid Leukemia Treatment |
| Rabiul Hasan | 2022-23 | Integrative in silico approach for characterization of hypothetical periplasmic binding protein from Neisseria gonorrhoeae: Functional annotation, docking and dynamics simulation |
| Arifa Rahman | 2021-22 | In silico analysis of DENV envelope protein E383G mutation effect on virus receptor binding and pathogenicity |