Muhammad Usman | Agriculture Economics | Young Scientist Award

Dr Muhammad Usman |  Agriculture Economics |  Young Scientist Award

Assistant Professor at  National University of Modern Languages (NUML) Rawalpindi Branch,  Pakistan

Dr. Muhammad Usman is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Economics at the National University of Modern Languages (NUML), Rawalpindi, Pakistan. He holds a Ph.D. in Economics from PMAS-Arid Agriculture University, Rawalpindi, with a CGPA of 3.81/4.0. Dr. Usman has extensive teaching experience, having previously served as a Lecturer at NUML, PMAS-Arid Agriculture University, and the International Islamic University Islamabad. He also completed a research fellowship at West Texas A&M University, USA, under the International Research Supports Fellowship (IRSF) program.

 

Publication Profile

Academic Background:

  • Ph.D. in Economics (2022), PMAS-Arid Agriculture University Rawalpindi, CGPA: 3.81/4.0
  • MS in Economics (2017), International Islamic University, Islamabad, CGPA: 3.75/4.0
  • M.Sc. in Economics (2013), Islamia University Bahawalpur, CGPA: 3.65/4.0
  • B.Sc. (2011), Islamia University Bahawalpur, 1st Division (69%)
  • Higher Secondary School Certificate (2008), BISE Bahawalpur, 1st Division (64%)
  • Secondary School Certificate (2006), BISE Bahawalpur, 1st Division (61%)

Professional Experience:

  • Assistant Professor (Sep 2024 – Present), National University of Modern Languages, Rawalpindi
  • Lecturer (Jan 2022 – Sep 2024), National University of Modern Languages, Rawalpindi
  • Visiting Faculty Lecturer (Oct 2021 – Jul 2022), PMAS-Arid Agriculture University Rawalpindi
  • Research Assistant (Mar – Jul 2021), West Texas A&M University, Texas, USA
  • Visiting Faculty Lecturer (Fall 2020), International Islamic University Islamabad
  • Visiting Faculty Lecturer (2017 – 2021), PMAS-Arid Agriculture University Rawalpindi
  • Research Fellow (2019), Department of Economics, UAAR, Rawalpindi
  • Research Assistant (2016 – 2017), International Institute of Islamic Economics, IIUI

Honors & Awards:

  • 1st Position in Poster Presentation at PMAS-Arid Agriculture University Student Conference (Nov 2021)
  • International Research Supports Fellowship (IRSF) by Punjab HEC at West Texas A&M University, USA
  • Punjab Education Endowment Fund (PEEF) Scholarship at Master’s Level

Administrative & Support Roles:

  • Worked on Self-Assessment Report (SAR) for BS Accounting and Finance (2022-2023)
  • Member of NBEAC Requirement and Curriculum Design for BBA (4 Years)
  • Mentorship for BBA Classes
  • Program Coordinator for BS Accounting and Finance
  • Focal Person for Management Science Placement Bureau/ORIC
  • Mentor of Adventure Club and organizer of various activities

Publication Top Note:

  • R&D Innovation Adoption, Climatic Sensitivity, and Absorptive Ability Contribution for Agriculture TFP Growth in Pakistan
    M Usman, G Hameed, A Saboor, LK Almas, M Hanif
    Agriculture, 11(12), 1206 (2021)
  • Research and Development Spillover, Irrigation Water Use, and Agricultural Production in Pakistan
    M Usman, G Hameed, A Saboor, LK Almas
    WSEAS Transactions on Environment and Development, 17, 840-858 (2021)
  • Determinants of Wheat Consumption, Irrigated Agriculture, and Food Security Challenges in Egypt
    LK Almas, M Usman
    WSEAS Transactions on Environment and Development, 17, 696-712 (2021)
  • Wheat Consumption Determinants and Food Security Challenges: Evidence from Pakistan
    S Shaheen, LK Almas, M Usman
    WSEAS Transactions on Environment and Development (2022)
  • Growth Effects of Fiscal and Monetary Policies in Pakistan
    M Usman
    The Pakistan Development Review, 529-552 (2016)
  • Assessing the Economic Implications of Climate Change on Agriculture in Punjab, Pakistan: Farmers’ Perception and Satisfaction
    M Usman, M Wasim, RB Yawar
    Bulletin of Business and Economics (BBE), 12(3), 348-365 (2023)
  • Technological Spillovers, Manufacturing Growth, and Transboundary Pollution in the Case of Pakistan
    M Usman, G Hameed, A Saboor, KN Sadozai
    Journal of Applied Economics & Business Studies (JAEBS), 4(2) (2020)
  • Social, Political, Psychological Impacts of Covid-19 Digitalization of the Currency and Emerging World Order
    A Ahmed, A Muhammad, M Owais, K Ullah, M Usman
    Indian Journal of Economics and Business, 20(4) (2022)
  • Impact of Entrepreneurship on Economic Growth in Selected Developed and Developing Countries: Exploring the Role of Institutions
    B Hussain, K Ullah, G Hameed, M Usman, K Ayoub
    Indian Journal of Economics and Business, 20(4) (2021)
  • Optimal Monetary Policy Transmission Mechanism for Economic Growth of Developing Countries
    M Usman, G Hameed, H Bibi, S Hassan
    Foundation University Journal of Business & Economics, 8(2), 20-41 (2023)
  • The Nexus Between Financial Development, Institutions, and Economic Growth: Evidence from High-, Middle-, and Low-Income Countries
    B Hussain, K Ullah, S Haider, M Usman, S Anwar, T Ahmad
    PalArch’s Journal of Archaeology of Egypt/Egyptology, 19(1), 935-976 (2022)
  • Transport Energy Consumption and Climatic Challenges in SAARC Countries
    ALK Ahmad A., Gill AR, Usman M., Muhammad A., Haider S.
    Indian Journal of Economics and Business, 20(4) (2021)
  • Biosaline Agriculture: Tomato Production in Egypt and Its Export Potential
    LK Almas, M Usman, M Hazman, M El-Sayed, A Shams El-Din
    WSEAS Transactions on Environment and Development (2021)
  • Dynamisms of Twin Deficit and Pakistan: Empirical Analysis
    K Hassan, AM Baber, MA Rehman, M Usman, UA Mughal
    WSEAS Transactions on Environment and Development (2021)
  • Innovation Spillovers, Economic Growth, and the Role of Absorptive Ability
    M Usman, LK Almas, S Hassan
    Proceedings of the International Conference on Economics and Social Sciences (2024)
  • Optimal Monetary Policy Transmission Mechanism for Economic Growth (In Case of Developing Countries)
    G Hameed, M Usman, H Bibi, AM Baber
    Journal of Economic Cooperation & Development, 45(1) (2024)
  • Perceptions on Climate Change and Satisfaction on Adaptive Measures: Farmer Field Evidence from Punjab, Pakistan
    ZS Rana, I Hussain, A Saboor, M Usman, S Sadiq, N Mahmood, LK Almas
    WSEAS Transactions on Environment and Development, 19, 1083-1102 (2023)
  • Meta Analysis of Theoretical and Empirical Connections Between Altruistic Behavior and Economic Wellbeing of an Individual
    S Saeed, ASDG Hameed, M Usman
    Indian Journal of Economics and Business, 20(4) (2021)

 

Md Mahfuzul Hasan | Agricultural Economics | Best Researcher Award

Mr  Md Mahfuzul Hasan |  Agricultural Economics  |  Best Researcher Award

Monitoring learning and Evaluation Assistant at  Worldfish,  Bangladesh

Md. Mahfuzul Hasan is dedicated to advancing sustainable development and food security through his work in agricultural economics and research. With a background in both research and monitoring and evaluation, Mahfuzul aims to contribute to international research organizations, leveraging his expertise to address critical issues affecting Bangladesh.

Profile 

Education: 

  • M.S. in Agricultural Economics (2022)
    Bangladesh Agricultural University, Mymensingh
  • B.Sc. in Agricultural Economics (2020)
    Bangladesh Agricultural University, Mymensingh
  • Higher Secondary Certificate (2015)
    Science Group, Board: Dhaka
  • Secondary School Certificate (2013)
    Science Group, Board: Dhaka

Work Experience

  • MEL Assistant, WorldFish, Bangladesh (May 2024 – Present)
    Supporting project teams in conducting surveys, training enumerators, and data management for the ECOFISH II Project.
  • Research Associate, Bangladesh Agricultural University (Jan 2021 – Present)
    Engaged in various research projects, including socio-economic impacts of agricultural practices and food security assessments.
  • Research Assistant, Department of Agribusiness and Marketing, BAU (Oct 2023 – Present)
    Contributing to research on crop productivity and value chain improvements in coastal Bangladesh.
  • Research Associate, Mati Bangladesh (Feb 2024 – Apr 2024)
    Led a project on consumer preferences for organic food, managing all aspects from data collection to report submission.
  • Research Assistant, Department of Agricultural Economics, BAU (Oct 2020 – Dec 2022)
    Assisted in projects related to tilapia farming and agricultural economics.

Honors and Awards

  • MS Fellow, Bangladesh Agricultural University Research System (BAURES) [2021]
  • National Science and Technology (NST) Fellowship, Ministry of Science and Technology, Bangladesh [2021]

Agricultural Economics Research Focus:

1. Sustainable Environment and Climate Change:
Mahfuzul investigates the impacts of climate change on agricultural practices and food security. His research explores how climate-induced changes affect agricultural productivity and the adaptation strategies that can mitigate these effects.

2. Consumer Perception:
He examines consumer preferences and behaviors regarding agricultural products, including organic and safe food items. His work aims to understand how consumer perceptions influence market demand and how these insights can guide agricultural policy and practices.

3. Food Security:
Mahfuzul’s research addresses issues related to food security, focusing on strategies to enhance agricultural productivity and ensure stable food supplies. This includes assessing the impact of crop diversification on food security and evaluating interventions aimed at improving food access and availability.

4. Agricultural Productivity and Economic Analysis:
His work involves analyzing agricultural productivity, including the profitability of different crops and the economic impacts of various agricultural practices. This includes projects like assessing the long-term socio-economic impacts of improved crop varieties and the profitability of alternative crops.

5. Value Chain Analysis:
He studies the agricultural value chains of various crops and commodities, identifying opportunities for technological interventions and business model development to reduce postharvest losses and enhance value addition.

6. Monitoring and Evaluation (MEL):
In his role at WorldFish, Mahfuzul supports the monitoring and evaluation of agricultural and fisheries projects. This involves data collection, analysis, and reporting to assess the effectiveness of interventions and project outcomes.

Through these research areas, Md. Mahfuzul Hasan contributes to improving agricultural practices, enhancing food security, and understanding market dynamics within the field of Agricultural Economics.

Publication Top Notes:

  • Exploring Consumer Perceptions and Value Addition in Street Cuisine: A Case of Kalai Ruti
    Asian Journal of Economics, Business and Accounting
    2024-05-03 | DOI: 10.9734/ajeba/2024/v24i61346
  • Online Mango Business Challenges and Opportunities in Rajshahi Division: A Qualitative Approach
    Asian Journal of Economics, Business and Accounting
    2024-04-08 | DOI: 10.9734/ajeba/2024/v24i51322
  • A Study on Supply Chain Analysis and Marketing Margin of Catfish Seed in Mymensingh District, Bangladesh
    Asian Journal of Economics, Business and Accounting
    2024-03-29 | DOI: 10.9734/ajeba/2024/v24i51305
  • Consumer Preferences of Fast-Food Items in Mymensingh, Bangladesh
    Archives of Agriculture and Environmental Science
    2024-03-25 | DOI: 10.26832/24566632.2024.0901011
  • The Impact of Crop Diversification on Food Security of Farmers in Northern Bangladesh
    Agriculture & Food Security
    2024-02-14 | DOI: 10.1186/s40066-023-00463-z
  • Medical Education in Bangladesh from Student and Teacher’s Perspective: Impact and Challenges of the COVID-19 Pandemic
    MedEdPublish
    2024-02-05 | DOI: 10.12688/mep.19761.2
  • An Analysis of Area and Production Growth Rate Along with Price Forecasting of Major Pulses in Bangladesh
    Archives of Agriculture and Environmental Science
    2023-12-25 | DOI: 10.26832/24566632.2023.080401
  • Medical Education in Bangladesh from Student and Teacher’s Perspective: Impact and Challenges of the COVID-19 Pandemic
    MedEdPublish
    2023-10-05 | DOI: 10.12688/mep.19761.1