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Shamsher Ali obtained his Master of Science (MSc) degree in Physics from the [[University of Dhaka]] in 1960 and PhD in Theoretical Nuclear Physics from [[Manchester University]], [[UK]] in 1965. He was a professor of physics at the [[University of Dhaka]] from 1982 to 2006. Prior to teaching, he worked at the [[International Centre for Theoretical Physics]] in [[Trieste]], [[Italy]]. He also worked the Pakistan and Bangladesh Atomic Energy Commissions in various positions including Directorship of the [[Bangladesh Atomic Energy Commission]], Dhaka (1970–78). From 2004 to 2012, he served as the President of the [[Bangladesh Academy of Sciences]].<ref>{{cite news|title=Prof Dr M Shamsher Ali, former Founder Vice-Chancellor of Bangladesh Open University and former President of Bangladesh Academy of Sciences, inaugurating a discussion meeting on "Holy Ramzan & Al-Quran" organized by Al-Arafah Islami Bank at Bangabandhu International Conference Center on Thursday. Shah Mohammad Waliullah, Khatib & Pesh Imam, Sobhanbagh Jeme Masjid, presented keynote paper.|url=http://thedailynewnation.com/news/17488/prof-dr-m-shamsher-ali-former-founder-vice-chancellor-of-bangladesh-open-university-and-former-president-of-bangladesh-academy-of-sciences-inaugurating-a-discussion-meeting-on-holy-ramzan--al-quran-organized-by-al-arafah-islami-bank-at-bangabandhu-international-conference-center-on-thursday--shah-mohammad-waliullah-khatib--pesh-imam-sobhanbagh-jeme-masjid-presented-keynote-paper.html|accessdate=20 January 2016|agency=THe New Nation|publisher=The New Nation|date=5 July 2014}}</ref> He then served as the former Vice-Chancellor of [[Southeast University (SEU)|Southeast University]], [[Dhaka]], [[Bangladesh]].<ref name="seu.ac.bd"> |
Shamsher Ali obtained his Master of Science (MSc) degree in Physics from the [[University of Dhaka]] in 1960 and PhD in Theoretical Nuclear Physics from [[Manchester University]], [[UK]] in 1965. He was a professor of physics at the [[University of Dhaka]] from 1982 to 2006. Prior to teaching, he worked at the [[International Centre for Theoretical Physics]] in [[Trieste]], [[Italy]]. He also worked the Pakistan and Bangladesh Atomic Energy Commissions in various positions including Directorship of the [[Bangladesh Atomic Energy Commission]], Dhaka (1970–78). From 2004 to 2012, he served as the President of the [[Bangladesh Academy of Sciences]].<ref>{{cite news|title=Prof Dr M Shamsher Ali, former Founder Vice-Chancellor of Bangladesh Open University and former President of Bangladesh Academy of Sciences, inaugurating a discussion meeting on "Holy Ramzan & Al-Quran" organized by Al-Arafah Islami Bank at Bangabandhu International Conference Center on Thursday. Shah Mohammad Waliullah, Khatib & Pesh Imam, Sobhanbagh Jeme Masjid, presented keynote paper.|url=http://thedailynewnation.com/news/17488/prof-dr-m-shamsher-ali-former-founder-vice-chancellor-of-bangladesh-open-university-and-former-president-of-bangladesh-academy-of-sciences-inaugurating-a-discussion-meeting-on-holy-ramzan--al-quran-organized-by-al-arafah-islami-bank-at-bangabandhu-international-conference-center-on-thursday--shah-mohammad-waliullah-khatib--pesh-imam-sobhanbagh-jeme-masjid-presented-keynote-paper.html|accessdate=20 January 2016|agency=THe New Nation|publisher=The New Nation|date=5 July 2014}}</ref> He then served as the former Vice-Chancellor of [[Southeast University (SEU)|Southeast University]], [[Dhaka]], [[Bangladesh]].<ref name="seu.ac.bd">{{cite web|url=http://www.seu.ac.bd/www.msali.net.bd/index.html |title=Archived copy |accessdate=August 9, 2009 |deadurl=yes |archiveurl=http://web.archive.org/web/20090807010615/http://www.seu.ac.bd:80/www.msali.net.bd/index.html |archivedate=August 7, 2009 }}</ref> |
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Revision as of 01:33, 5 July 2016
M. Shamsher Ali | |
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| Born | |
| Nationality | Bangladeshi |
| Education | Jessore Zilla School[1] |
| Alma mater | University of Dhaka Manchester University |
| Occupation(s) | Researcher, Professor, Public Speaker |
| Known for | astrophysics |
| Scientific career | |
| Fields | Theoretical Physics |
| Institutions | Bangladesh Open University Southeast University |
| Thesis | (1965) |
| Website | Official website |
Muhammad Shamsher Ali (Bengali: ডঃ এম. শমশের আলী) is a former President of the Bangladesh Academy of Sciences,former Vice-Chancellor of Southeast University[2] and former Founder Vice-Chancellor of Bangladesh Open University.
Early life
Shamsher Ali was born in Bheramara, Kushtia, Bangladesh, to parents from Shingia, Jessore.
Education
Shamsher Ali obtained his Master of Science (MSc) degree in Physics from the University of Dhaka in 1960 and PhD in Theoretical Nuclear Physics from Manchester University, UK in 1965. He was a professor of physics at the University of Dhaka from 1982 to 2006. Prior to teaching, he worked at the International Centre for Theoretical Physics in Trieste, Italy. He also worked the Pakistan and Bangladesh Atomic Energy Commissions in various positions including Directorship of the Bangladesh Atomic Energy Commission, Dhaka (1970–78). From 2004 to 2012, he served as the President of the Bangladesh Academy of Sciences.[3] He then served as the former Vice-Chancellor of Southeast University, Dhaka, Bangladesh.[4]
Associations with academics worldwide
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Dr. Shamsher Ali has been a member of several distinguished scientific bodies. These include:
- Fellow of the Bangladesh Physical Society;[citation needed]
- Fellow of the Bangladesh Academy of Sciences;[citation needed]
- Member, Board of Governors, National Council of Science and Technology, Bangladesh, (1978-1981);[citation needed]
- Vice-President, The Association of Academies of Sciences in Asia.
- Senior & Honorary Associate, the Abdus Salam International Center for Theoretical Physics, Trieste, Italy.[5]
- Fellow, Islamic World Academy of Sciences (IAS), Jordan.[5]
- Fellow, Bangladesh Academy of Sciences.[5]
- Fellow, Bangladesh Physical Society.[citation needed]
- Fellow, Bangla Academy.[citation needed]
- Life Member, Asiatic Society of Bangladesh.[citation needed]
- Life Member, Bangladesh Mathematical Society.[citation needed]
- General Secretary of Bangladesh Association of Scientists and Scientific Professions.
- Member, Pugwash Group.[citation needed]
- Member, American Physical Society.[citation needed]
- Former Member, Board of Governors of the Bangladesh Museum of Science & Technology.
- Member, Regional Committee of International Council for Science for Asia and the Pacific.[citation needed]
- Council Member, Federation of Asian Scientific Academies and Societies.[citation needed]
- Executive Member, Inter Academy Panel (IAP) on International Issues (2003–2009).[citation needed]
Awards and honors
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Dr. Shamsher Ali is a recipient of several national and international awards including:
- The Hari Prasanna Roy Gold medal in 1974 by the University of Dhaka for original contribution to Nuclear Physics.[citation needed]
- Bangladesh Academy of Sciences Gold Medal (1985)[citation needed]
- TWNSO (Third World Network of Scientific Organizations) Award in 1990 for the promotion of the Public Understanding of Science.[citation needed]
- The J.C. Bose Gold Medal[citation needed]
- Was awarded the Mother Teresa Gold Medal.[citation needed]
- The Khan Bahadur Ahsanullah Gold Medal.[citation needed]
He is an Honorary Fellowship (the highest award) of the World Innovation Foundation, (H.Q. in UK) ; Founded by Nobel Laureate Dr. Glenn Seaborg.[citation needed]
In 2010 he was nominated as an alumnus of "Great Minds of the 21st Century," a directory for the most influential and creative minds by the American Biographical Institute.[6]
References
- ^ "Curriculum Vitae of M. Shamsher Ali" (PDF). M. Shamsher Ali. Retrieved 20 January 2016.
- ^ Moury, Morsheda (21 December 2008). "Seminar on AIDS at SEU". 2. No. 98. The Daily Star. The Daily Star. Retrieved 20 January 2016.
- ^ "Prof Dr M Shamsher Ali, former Founder Vice-Chancellor of Bangladesh Open University and former President of Bangladesh Academy of Sciences, inaugurating a discussion meeting on "Holy Ramzan & Al-Quran" organized by Al-Arafah Islami Bank at Bangabandhu International Conference Center on Thursday. Shah Mohammad Waliullah, Khatib & Pesh Imam, Sobhanbagh Jeme Masjid, presented keynote paper". The New Nation. THe New Nation. 5 July 2014. Retrieved 20 January 2016.
- ^ "Archived copy". Archived from the original on August 7, 2009. Retrieved August 9, 2009.
{{cite web}}: Unknown parameter|deadurl=ignored (|url-status=suggested) (help)CS1 maint: archived copy as title (link) - ^ a b c "Profile: Prof. Muhammad Shamsher Ali". Islamic Academy of Sciences. Islamic Academy of Sciences. Retrieved 20 January 2016.
- ^ "Dr. M. Shamsher Ali nominated for Great Minds of 21st Century". Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha (BSS). Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha (BSS). Retrieved 19 January 2016.
External links
- Page at Bangladesh Academy of Sciences [1][dead link]
- Page at Southeast University (Bangladesh) [2]
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