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Md. Nazmus Sakib

Lecturer · Department of Fisheries Biology and Genetics
Sher-e-Bangla Agricultural University, Dhaka, Bangladesh

My research area is aquatic and marine biodiversity, fisheries genetics, and environmental DNA, focusing on methods and evidence that can support the understanding and management of Bangladesh’s aquatic resources.

At a glance

Research

Environmental DNA, aquatic ecology, marine biodiversity, and fish population genetics.

Selected publication

Co-author of a 2023 study on DNA barcoding reef-associated fishes of Saint Martin’s Island.

Academic profile

Lecturer in Fisheries Biology and Genetics at Sher-e-Bangla Agricultural University.

Recent activity

  • July 2026: 7th Mangrove, Macrobenthos and Management Conference (MMM7): University ofthe Rhykus, Japan at Ishigaki Civic Hall in Ishigaki City, Okinawa, Japan. 1–5 July, 2026. (Oral Presentation & Organizing Stuff)
  • 2026: Scientific Paper Published as Roy, A., Habib, K. A., Hossain, Md. S., Sakib, M. N., Alam, M. S., Alam, M. S., & Kamal, S. A. (2026). Mitochondrial DNA reveals genetic diversity and population structure of Reba carp (Cirrhinus reba) across rivers and haors of Bangladesh. Journal of Freshwater Ecology, 41(1). https://doi.org/10.1080/02705060.2026.2706853
  • 2026: IUCN RedList Regional Assessor 2026 (Marine Fish)
About

Biography

Md. Nazmus Sakib is a Lecturer in the Department of Fisheries Biology and Genetics, Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Science, at Sher-e-Bangla Agricultural University (SAU) in Dhaka, Bangladesh. He previously served as a Research Fellow with SAU’s Aquatic Bioresource Research Laboratory.

His research interests include marine and freshwater biodiversity, environmental DNA (eDNA), fish population genetics, fisheries resource management, and molecular approaches to aquatic research. His work and training have included eDNA sampling in the Sundarbans and Thailand, biodiversity portal development, and research on reef-associated fishes and fisheries resources.

He completed an MS in Fisheries Biology and Genetics and a BSc in Fisheries (Hons) at SAU, receiving first merit position in both programs. He received the UGC Merit Scholarship 2022.

Education

  • MS in Fisheries Biology and Genetics — SAU, 2022–2024 (CGPA: 4.00 out of 4.00, 1st Merit Position)
  • BSc Fisheries (Hons.) — SAU, 2017–2022 (CGPA: 3.96 out of 4.00, 1st Merit Position)
  • HSC — Rajuk Uttara Model College, 2014–2016 (GPA: 5.00 out of 5.00)
  • SSC — Brahmondi KKM Govt High School, 2004–2014 (GPA: 5.00 out of 5.00)

Appointments and service

  • Lecturer, Department of Fisheries Biology and Genetics, SAU, Dhaka, Dec 2023–present
  • Research Fellow, ABR Lab, Mar 2021–Dec 2023
  • Moderator, SAU Film Society, since Jul 2025
  • Advisor, IAAS SAU-Dhaka Unit, since May 2024
  • Assistant Moderator, SAU Computer Club

Awards and fellowships

  • National Science and Technology Fellowship, 2023–24
  • UGC Merit Scholarship, 2022
  • SSC “Medha Talent” Scholarship (2014): 11th place in Dhaka Board.
  • JSC “Talent Pool” Scholarship (2011): 2nd place in Narsingdi District.
  • Primary School “Talent Pool” Scholarship (2008): 5th position in Narsingdi Sadar Upazila.
Training, Courses and Workshops
International (In Abroad) 
  1. 10th International Workshop for Mangrove Biodiversity Studies by eDNA Metabarcoding: The University of Nottingham Teaching Centre (KLTC), Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (21-23 February 2025).
  2. 7th International Workshop for Mangrove Biodiversity Studies by eDNA Metabarcoding: University of the Ryukyus, Japan (16-23 July, 2024).
  3. Training Workshop on Monitoring Marine Fish Communities with Environmental DNA Method: Phuket, Thailand (27–29 November, 2023).

National (in Bangladesh)

  1. Workshop on Developing NDFs for Five Requiem Shark Species: The Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) Bangladesh. (March 30 – April 1, 2026)
  2. Training on Aquatic Bioinformatics: Genomic Data Analysis: Bangladesh Fisheries Research Institute organized by Bangladesh Agricultural Research Council. (28 December 2025 – 02 January 2026).
  3. Training on Experimental Data Analysis Using R Software for Faculty Members: Institutional Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC), Sher-e-Bangla Agricultural University, Dhaka-1207, Bangladesh. (10,12 and 13 December 2025).
  4. 6th ICBHA Genome Editing Hands-on Workshop: Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Dhaka University, Bangladesh. (28-30 September 2025).
  5. 2 Days Long GIS Training Course: Department of Agricultural Engineering and SAUCC, Sher-e-Bangla Agricultural University, Dhaka-1207. (22 & 23 August 2025).
  6. 3 Days Workshop on NGS in Research & Diagnosis: Human Genetics Research & Training Center, Dhaka-1215, Bangladesh. (2 – 4 August 2025).
  7. Hands-on workshop on Precision Gene Editing with CRISPR-Cas9 Technology: Tools & Applications: Bangladesh Association for Plant Tissue Culture & Biotechnology (BAPTC&B) and Plant Breeding & Biotechnology Laboratory, Department of Botany, University of Dhaka, Bangladesh (25- 29 May 2025)
  8. Training on Basic R & Molecular Analysis: Aquatic Bioresource Research Lab. Department of Fisheries Biology and Genetics, Faculty of Fisheries, Aquaculture & Marine Science, Sher-e-Bangla Agricultural University, Sher-e-Bangla Nagar, Dhaka-1207, Bangladesh (01 December, 2024 – 18 January 2025)
  9. Pedagogy Training Programme on Innovations in Agriculture and Pesticide Management: Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and Sher-e-Bangla Agricultural University, Dhaka, Bangladesh (9-11 March 2024).
  10. Training on R Programming for Biological Research: National Institute of Biotechnology, Savar, Dhaka (16-17 October, 2023)
  11. Bioinformatics for Beginners: National Institute of Biotechnology, Savar, Dhaka (10-11 January, 2023).
  12. Workshop on Cybersecurity Awareness: Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission and Cyber Crime Awareness Foundation (13 October, 2022)
  13. Training on using SPSS for Biological Science & Field Research: SAU Computer Club (25-27 August, 2022)
  14. Training on using SPSS for Social Science Research: SAU Computer Club (18-27 August, 2022)
  15. Certificate Course on Exploring Ocean, Explore the Planet Earth: Octophin, University of Chittagong (20-26 August, 2020)
  16. Certificate Course on Microsoft Office Applications: SAU Computer Club (07 November 2019 – 07 February 2020)
  17. Training Program on Graphic Design: Creative IT Institute, Dhanmondi, Dhaka (26-28 August, 2019)
  18. Training on BFRI Evolved Technology for Fisheries Development: Bangladesh Fisheries Research Institute-BFRI, Mymensingh (05-07 December, 2018)
  19. Training on Integrated Rooftop Agriculture Management: Chittagong Veterinary & Animal Science University (17 February, 2018)
  20. 1st Aquaponics Training for the Beginners: Bangladesh Agricultural University, Mymensingh (22-23 September, 2017)
Research

Research Interest

Environmental DNA

eDNA sampling and metabarcoding for aquatic biodiversity and biomonitoring.

Marine Biodiversity

Species diversity in coastal, marine, reef, and mangrove ecosystems.

Fish Population Genetics

Genetic diversity and population structure of fish and shellfish.

Fisheries Resources

Fish population dynamics, stock assessment, and fisheries resource management.

Ecology and Environment

Aquatic ecology, coastal ecosystems, oceanography, and climate change.

Methods and Tools

R, qGIS, molecular analysis, bioinformatics, and genetic analysis tools.

Research Project Experiences

  1. Principal Investigator of a Project entitled “Assessing the Fish Biodiversity in the Coastal Waters of Kutubdia Island of Bangladesh: A Molecular and Morphological Study”. Funded by R&D Project under Ministry of Science and Technology, Bangladesh. (Status: On-going) [Year: 2025-2026] Worth: 90,000.00 BDT
  2. Upgrading Teaching-Learning Infrastructure and Facilities of the Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Science at Sher-e-Bangla Agricultural University (2025- ongoing), Funded by- University Grants Commission of Bangladesh, Higher Education Acceleration and Transformation (HEAT) Project, Academic Transformation Fund, implemented by: Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Science at Sher-e-Bangla Agricultural University, Serving as a member of this project. Worth: 3,62,000.00 BDT
  3. Fish Diversity and Ecosystem Services of Dubla Island of Sundarbans, Bangladesh Project (2021-22), Funded by- the Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of the people’s republic of Bangladesh, Implemented by: Dept. of Fisheries Biology and Genetics, Sher-e-Bangla Agricultural University (SAU) as a researcher.
  4. Assessing genetic diversity and population structure of Asian green mussel (Perna viridis) in the Bay of Bengal and Indo-Pacific region based on mitochondrial DNA sequence analyses by advanced bioinformatics tools (2022-23), Funded by- University Grants Commission Bangladesh, implemented by: Dept. of Fisheries Biology and Genetics, Sher-e-Bangla Agricultural University (SAU), Serving as one of the researchers for this project.
  5. Stock Assessment of Wild Eels in the Sundarbans and Major Harvesting Regions of Bangladesh through Multi-model Inferences and Advanced Molecular Markers: Implications for Management and Policy Development Considering the Emerging Changing Climate (2022-23). Funded by- Sustainable Forests and Livelihoods (SUFAL), Forest Department, Government of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh, implemented by: Sher-e-Bangla Agricultural University (SAU) Serving as one of the researchers for this project.
  6. Assessing potential of household-level canning methods and integrated solar-sun dryer for value addition and effective preservation of suitable marine fish species for small-scale fish processors (2023-24), Funded by- Sustainable Coastal and Marine Fisheries Project (SCMFP), Department of Fisheries (DoF), Govt. of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh, Implemented by: Dept. of Fisheries Biology and Genetics, Sher-e-Bangla Agricultural University (SAU), Serving as one of the researchers for this project.
  7. Genetic diversity, population structure and nursery ground detection of some threatened and near-threatened elasmobranch fishes in the Bay of Bengal and Indo-Pacific regions for effective conservation (2024-26), Funded by- Ministry of Education, Bangladesh Bureau of Educational Information & Statistics (BANBEIS), Govt. of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh, Implemented by: Dept. of Fisheries Biology and Genetics, Sher-e-Bangla Agricultural University (SAU), Serving as one of the researchers for this project.

Development of National Web Portals on Aquatic and Marine Biodiversity of Bangladesh

Research Cruise

Collaborators:  UNESCO eDNA Expedition 2022-24, UNESCO eDNA Expedition 2026-28, JSPS Core 2 Core, Annemone Global Project.
Publications

Published Scientific Papers

  • Roy, A., Habib, K. A., Hossain, Md. S., Sakib, M. N., Alam, M. S., Alam, M. S., & Kamal, S. A. (2026). Mitochondrial DNA reveals genetic diversity and population structure of Reba carp (Cirrhinus reba) across rivers and haors of Bangladesh. Journal of Freshwater Ecology, 41(1). https://doi.org/10.1080/02705060.2026.2706853
  • Habib, K. A., Islam, M. J., Sakib, M. N., Brishti, P. S., & Neogi, A. K. (2023). “DNA barcoding of reef-associated fishes of Saint Martin’s Island, Northern Bay of Bengal, Bangladesh.” Ecology and Evolution, 13(10), e10641. DOI.
  • Hannan, M. A., Mahmud, M. S., Absar, M. N., Khan, N. A., Sakib, M. N., Kamal, S. A., & Rana, M. M. (2023). “Cyclical disparity on catch configuration and effects of fishing gears on fish production of the north-western part of the Chalan Beel, Bangladesh.” International Journal of Fisheries and Aquatic Studies, 11(2), 42–49. DOI.
  • Habib, K. A., Shafi, S. K., Sakib, M. N., Habib, F. B., & Azam, M. S. (2025). Canning process of hilsa shad (Tenualosa ilisha) in Bangladeshi style mustard curry medium: assessment of thermal sterilization and shelf-life evaluation. Applied Food Research, 5(2), Article 101230. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.afres.2025.101230

Poster Presentations:

  • “Assessing shellfish diversity of aquatic habitats of the Sundarbans mangrove ecosystem of Bangladesh” was presented at the 2nd UN Ocean Decade Regional Conference & 11th WESTPAC International Marine Science Conference, Bangkok, Thailand (2024).
  • “Development of Ready-to-Eat Canned Hilsa Shad: Potential for Entrepreneurship and Export” was presented at the 1st International Fisheries and Aquaculture Conference (IFAC), Rajshahi (2024).
  • “Development of an integrated Solar-Sun Dryer for Quality and Safe Dried Fish Production” was presented at the 1st International Fisheries and Aquaculture Conference (IFAC), Rajshahi (2024).
  • “First attempt to assess fish diversity of the Sundarbans mangrove wetland and Saint Martin’s coral island of Bangladesh using eDNA metabarcoding” was presented at the 4th International Workshop for Mangrove Biodiversity Studies by eDNA Metabarcoding, Malaysia.
  • “Genetic diversity and population structure of Asian green mussel (Perna viridis) in the Bay of Bengal, Bangladesh” was presented at the 2nd International Conference on Sustainable Fisheries (ICSF) 2022, Sylhet Agricultural University, Sylhet.
  • “Genetic diversity and population structure of Flathead sillago, Sillaginopsis domina in the northern Bay of Bengal, Bangladesh” presented at Un-Decade of Ocean Science – Imperatives for Bangladesh, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman Maritime University (BSMRMU), Bangladesh.
  • “Population genetic structure and diversity of Paradise threadfin (Polynemus paradiseus) in the Bangladesh coast of the northern Bay of Bengal” presented at Un-Decade of Ocean Science – Imperatives for Bangladesh, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman Maritime University (BSMRMU), Bangladesh.

Books and Manuals:

  • Habib, K. A., Sakib, M. N., Habib, F. B., Hossain, M. J., Adhikary, N. R., Azam, M. S. and M. Z. H. Chowdhury. 2024. Technology Transfer and Operation Manual on Hilsa and Other Marine Fish Canning for Small and Medium-Scale Industrial Entrepreneurs. Sher-e-Bangla Agricultural University (SAU).
  • Habib, K. A., Sakib, M. N., Habib, F. B., Hossain, M. J., Adhikary, N. R., Azam, M. S. and M. Z. H. Chowdhury. 2023. Production of Safe Dried Fish Using SAU DoF Smart Solar Sun Dryer. Aquatic Bioresource Research Lab., Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Science. Md. Nazmus Sakib is a co-author of this training manual.

Popular Articles:

  • Habib, K. A., Sakib, M. N., Chowdhury, M. Z. H. (2024). Hilsa canning: An achievement in fish processing research of Sustainable Coastal and Marine Fisheries Project. National Fish Week 2024 Compendium (in Bangla). Department of Fisheries, Ministry of Fisheries and Livestock, Bangladesh.
  • Habib, K. A., Sakib, M. N., Alim, M. A. (2023). SAU-DOF Smart Solar-Sun Dryer: An Effective System for Quality Dried Fish Production Using Renewable Energy. National Fish Week 2023 Compendium (in Bangla). Department of Fisheries, Ministry of Fisheries and Livestock, Bangladesh.

Research Achievements

  1. Best Oral Presentation Award: Received the Best Oral Presentation Award from the Advisor of GoB, Mrs. Farida Akhter of the Ministry of Fisheries and Livestock, in Session 12: Fisheries Product Development in CVASU Fish Carnival 2025. Presentation Title: Development of canned hilsa (Tenualosa ilisha): thermal sterilization, biochemical analysis and shelf-life evaluation
  2. Best Poster  Presentation Award (1st Position) Received Best Poster  Presentation Award (1st Position) in the “3rd Session – Fishing Technology, Fish Processing, Food Safety & Quality Control, Socio-Economic & Marketing” at the International Fisheries and Aquaculture Conference 2024, organized by the Faculty of Fisheries, University of Rajshahi and Bangladesh Fisheries Research  Forum (BFRF). Title: Development of ready-to-eat canned fish from hilsa shad (Tenualosa ilisha): potential for entrepreneurship and export
  3. Best Oral Presentation Award (3rd Position) Received Best Oral Presentation Award (3rd Position) in the “1st Session – Fisheries Biology, Breeding, Genetics & Biotechnology” at the International Fisheries and Aquaculture Conference 2024, organized by the Faculty of Fisheries, University of Rajshahi and Bangladesh Fisheries Research Forum (BFRF). Title: Genetic Diversity, Population Structure and Demographic History of Orange Mud Crab Scylla olivacea from the Bay of Bengal, Bangladesh and Adjacent Seas in the Northern Indian Ocean Inferred from mtDNA Sequence Analysis
Teaching

Teaching and student supervision

Teaching information should connect fisheries biology and genetics with practical research skills, clear scientific communication, and responsible use of evidence.

Current courses

  • Biology of Non-Piscine Aquatic Vertebrates
  • Biology of Fin Fish and Shellfish
  • Fish Biodiversity, Systematics and Evolutionary Biology
  • Principles of Genetics
  • Fish Genetics and Breeding
  • Fundamentals of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology
  • Ichthyology
  • Shellfish Hatchery
  • Advanced Fish Physiology
  • Aquatic Zoology
  • Elements of Fisheries

Supervision

  • Renesa Jerin: DNA Barcoding of Sharks of Dublar Char
  • Md. Mahadi Hasan Akash: DNA Barcoding of Fishes of Kutubdia Island
  • Umme Fahmida Mokta: DNA Barcoding of Fishes of Shapla Beel
  • Mimi Mustari: DNA Barcoding of Fishes of Atrai River
Prospective students can email nazmussakib@sau.edu.bd with a brief introduction, relevant academic or research experience, and their interests.
Extracurricular Activities & Experiences

International Symposium & Conferences in Abroad

  • 7th Mangrove, Macrobenthos and Management Conference (MMM7): University of the Rhykus, Japan at Ishigaki Civic Hall in Ishigaki City, Okinawa, Japan. 1–5 July, 2026. (Oral Presentation & Organizing Stuff)
  • 2nd UN Ocean Decade Regional Conference & 11th WESTPAC International Marine Science Conference: Bangkok, Thailand. 22-25 April, 2024. (Oral Presentation)
  • International Symposium on Environmental DNA for Conservation and Biomonitoring in Southeast Asia (eDNAConBio 2025): The University of Nottingham Teaching Centre (KLTC), Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. 18-19 February 2025. (Oral Presentation)

Extracurricular Activities & Experiences

  • President (Executive Committee 2022-23): Sher-e-Bangla Agricultural Computer Club (SAUCC) (07/03/2022 – 17/05/2023)
  • Event Planning Secretary (Executive Committee 2020-22): Sher-e-Bangla Agricultural University Photographic Society (SAUPS) (04/02/2020 – 23/01/2023)
  • Communication and IT Secretary (Executive Committee 2022-24): Bangladesh Fish Hospital (16/09/2022 – 30/06/2024)
  • Joint Secretary (Executive Committee 2020-22): Sher-e-Bangla Agricultural University Entrepreneurship Development Club (SAUEDC) (13/05/2019 – 15/01/2022)
  • Campus Ambassador: Grameenphone Campus Ambassador Program (01/01/2018 – 31/12/2018)
  • Campus Director: Hult Prize Program 2018, Sher-e-Bangla Agricultural University (01/07/2018 – 30/06/2019)
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Phone: +8801680017163, +8801970017163

Fisheries Biology and Genetics, Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Science

Email: nazmussakib@sau.edu.bd

Department: Fisheries Biology and Genetics, Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Science

Institution: Sher-e-Bangla Agricultural University, Dhaka, Bangladesh

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