Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Electrical Engineering
Expected 2026The University of Kansas, Lawrence, KS
Master's of Science (M.S.), Electrical Engineering
May 2025The University of Kansas, Lawrence, KS
Bachelor of Science, Electrical and Electronic Engineering
2016 - 2021Ahsanullah University of Science and Technology, Bangladesh
Graduate Research Assistant
Jan 2022 - Aug 2024; Jan 2025 - PresentThe University of Kansas — Lawrence, KS
Conducted research on hardware security, focusing on detecting and mitigating hardware Trojans in microelectronic ICs. Developed a novel Trojan detection and data protection method using side-channel analysis, leading to publications in top-tier conferences and journals.
Graduate Teaching Assistant
Aug 2024 - Dec 2024The University of Kansas — Lawrence, KS
Conducted lab sessions and graded assignments for undergraduate courses in digital logic and computer architecture, assisting in developing course materials and exams. Provided guidance in project-based learning using MARS MIPS and gem5 x86 simulators, enhancing student engagement and understanding.
Research Mentor
Summer 2025NSF Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) Project — Lawrence, KS
Mentored four undergraduate research assistants as part of the NSF-funded REU program, in collaboration with the University of Kansas and Wright State University.
Co-Instructor
Fall 2023The University of Kansas — Lawrence, KS
Co-taught the course "Hands-On Introduction to Computer Hardware using FPGA and Microcontroller," where I developed modules using FPGAs, simulations, and the ESP32 embedded Aha Board to teach hardware fundamentals of computer systems.
Summer Camp Instructor
Summer 2023, 2024The University of Kansas — Lawrence, KS
Organized and conducted summer camps teaching high school students computer hardware fundamentals through gamified, hands-on projects using FPGAs and basic electronics. Fostered an engaging learning environment to teach electronics and programming concepts.
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Leakage Unplugged - A Hands-On Tutorial on Power Side-Channel Attacks
January 2025Research Workshop in the I2S Student Research Symposium 2025. University of Kansas
Power Side-Channel and Fault Attacks on ASCON and their Countermeasures
February 2024Information Advantage Scholars Visit at I2S, KU. University of Kansas
Collaborative Research - Engaging High Schoolers in Integrated Computer Science and Engineering Through Hands-On Experiences with Microelectronics and Artificial Intelligence
2024 - PresentFunding Agency: National Science Foundation
Award Number: 2405375
Role: Research Assistant
Collaborative Research - Gamified Learning of Computing Hardware Fundamentals
2022 - PresentFunding Agency: National Science Foundation
Award Number: 2142696
Role: Research Assistant
First Place (Poster Presentation)
January 2024In the I2S Student Research Symposium
Second Place (Research Showcasing)
March 2023Among 20 participants in the I2S Student Research Symposium
Third Place (Poster Presentation)
April 2023Among 16 participants in the 2023 Research Showcase by the Graduate Engineering Association of KU
People's Choice Award (Poster Presentation)
April 2023Among 16 participants in the 2023 Research Showcase by the Graduate Engineering Association of KU
David D. and Mildred H. ROBB Award
April 2023Awarded by the EECS department of the University of Kansas
National Science Foundation (NSF) Travel Grant
May 2023IEEE International Symposium on Hardware Oriented Security and Trust (HOST 2023 Symposium)
Champion — Microelectronics Security Challenge (IP security)
May 2023IEEE International Symposium on Hardware Oriented Security and Trust (HOST 2023 Symposium)
National Science Foundation (NSF) Travel Grant
June 2022IEEE International Symposium on Hardware Oriented Security and Trust (HOST 2022 Symposium)
Bangladesh Sweden Trust Fund
December 2022A travel grant for Graduate study in USA
Best AUST Paper Award
March 2021The 23rd International Conference on Computer and Information Technology (ICCIT 2020)
Tuition Waiver Award
Fall 2019Based on the result of the top 8% students
Champion
February 2018Hardware Showcasing of Technomania '18, AUST CSE Society
Second Runner-up
February 2018Hardware of Engenius '18, Organized by AUST EEE Society
Second Runner-up
April 2018Project Showcasing of Technival '18, Khulna University of Engineering and Technology (KUET)
Runner-up
August 2018Hardware Exhibition, Inter University Software and Hardware Carnival-2018, University of Asia Pacific