Department of Statistics, SUST

06/03/2026

BSc (Hons) Final Year (Session: 2020-2021) Project Proposal Presentation , Department of Statistics, SUST! Well Done!

27/02/2026

Iftar Mahfil, 2026

16/02/2026

**Book Opening Ceremony Successfully Held**

We extend our heartfelt congratulations to the author, Dr. Mohammad Shahidul Islam, Professor of the Department of Statistics, Shahjalal University of Science and Technology, for his remarkable scholarly contribution. His book, “Sampling and Data Analysis Using R: Theory and Practice”, reflects his long-standing academic experience, research expertise, and dedication to advancing statistical education.
This publication is a matter of pride for the Department and the University, and we believe it will serve as a valuable resource for students, researchers, and practitioners in statistics and data analysis.
We also sincerely appreciate the gracious presence of our Honorable Pro-Vice Chancellor, Professor Dr. Md. Shajedul Karim, whose encouragement continues to inspire academic excellence at our institution.

08/02/2026

Congratulations to Our Alumnus!

The Department of Statistics, Shahjalal University of Science and Technology (SUST), warmly congratulates Mr Miraj Hossain Babu on joining Pabna University of Science and Technology as a Lecturer in Statistics.

We are proud to see our graduate begin his academic career and contribute to teaching, research, and service in higher education. We wish him continued success, professional growth, and excellence in this new journey.

Best wishes for a bright and impactful academic career!

30/01/2026

**Huge congratulations to the brilliant minds of the Department of Statistics, Shahjalal University of Science and Technology (SUST)!**

Today marked a significant milestone as our MS students successfully presented their final thesis research. From public health and climate modeling to financial forecasting and genetic data, the diversity and depth of research showcased the true power of Statistical Science in solving real-world problems.

Here is a glimpse of the innovative work presented by our talented researchers (in alphabetical order):

✨ Anannya Roy – Forecasting The Stock Market Performance of Emerging Countries using Fama French Five-Factor Model and Artificial Neural Networks
✨ Devjit Dey – Patterns and Predictors of Multimorbidity in South Asian Under-Five Children: A Comprehensive Community-Level Analysis
✨ Jakia Benta Sonia – Clustering Dietary Fat Induced Gene Expression Data
✨ Md. Mojahedul Islam – Prevalence and Risk Factors Associated with Unqualified Cesarean Section Recommendations in Bangladesh
✨ Md Sabbir Hossain – Tri-variate Copula Modeling of Rainfall, Temperature, and Humidity in the Monsoon Season of Sylhet, Bangladesh: Insights for Climate Risk Assessment
✨ Mim Masuda Keya – Factors Influencing the Duration of Breastfeeding in Sylhet, Bangladesh
✨ Mst. Munia Sultana Nila – Modeling Age-Sex Pattern of Disability in Bangladesh
✨ Sajida Sultana Shammy – Determinants of Multimorbidity and Health Treatment-Seeking Behavior among Rural Elderly in Sylhet, Bangladesh
✨ Sujan Kumar Naha – Multivariate Data Analysis of Mental Health Conditions among University Students in Sylhet, Bangladesh
✨ Sw****ka Purkayastha – Prevalence of Thyroid Dysfunction and Associated Factors among the Reproductive Age Group: A Cross-sectional Study in Sylhet, Bangladesh

A huge thank you to the honorable supervisors for their guidance and to the department for fostering such an impactful research environment.

The future of data looks bright!

15/01/2026

***Department of Statistics, SUST — Proud Alumni Spotlight***

We are immensely proud to host Dr. Mahedi Hasan, one of our brightest alumni (Session 2006–2007, Department of Statistics, SUST), who delivered an outstanding academic talk today on
“Interpretability and Uncertainty Quantification in Machine Learning & Pathways to Higher Study.”

Dr. Mahedi Hasan completed his PhD from Washington State University (WSU), USA and is currently serving as a Postdoctoral Research Associate, Department of Statistics, and Lecturer at the Nelson Institute of Environmental Studies, University of Wisconsin–Madison, USA. His academic journey stands as a powerful inspiration for our current students and young researchers.

On behalf of the Department of Statistics, SUST, we sincerely thank Dr. Mahedi Hasan for taking the time to share his research insights, global academic experience, and guidance on higher studies. His contribution reflects the strong global footprint of our alumni and the academic excellence nurtured at SUST.

We also extend our heartfelt thanks to all students, faculty members, and participants who made today’s seminar lively and engaging. Your enthusiastic participation demonstrates the vibrant research culture of our department.

The Department of Statistics, SUST continues to grow as a center of excellence in statistics, data science, and machine learning, producing graduates who are making meaningful contributions across the world.

Once again, thank you Dr. Mahedi Hasan — you make SUST proud.

15/01/2026

Please join today , R , SUST

📢 বিজ্ঞপ্তি | Seminar Announcement 📢

🎓 পরিসংখ্যান ও মেশিন লার্নিংয়ে আগ্রহী শিক্ষার্থী ও গবেষকদের জন্য বিশেষ সুযোগ!

আগামী ১৫/০১/২০২৬ (বৃহস্পতিবার)
🕛 দুপুর ১২:০০ টা
📍 পরিসংখ্যান বিভাগ, ৩১২নং কক্ষ

একটি একাডেমিক সেমিনারের আয়োজন করা হয়েছে।

👨‍🏫 প্রধান বক্তা:
Dr. Mahedi Hasan
Postdoctoral Researcher
Department of Statistics
University of Wisconsin–Madison, USA 🇺🇸

🧠 Topic:
“Machine Learning for Interpretability and Uncertainty Quantification, and Pathways to Higher Study”

🔹 এই সেমিনারে আপনি জানতে পারবেন—
✔️ আধুনিক Machine Learning গবেষণার বাস্তব প্রয়োগ
✔️ Interpretability ও Uncertainty Quantification কেন গুরুত্বপূর্ণ
✔️ উচ্চশিক্ষা (MS/PhD) ও গবেষণার আন্তর্জাতিক সুযোগ ও প্রস্তুতির পথনির্দেশনা

📌 সবাইকে আমন্ত্রণ জানানো হচ্ছে—বিশেষ করে পরিসংখ্যান, ডেটা সায়েন্স, AI ও গবেষণায় আগ্রহীদের জন্য এটি অত্যন্ত উপযোগী।

12/01/2026

📢 বিজ্ঞপ্তি | Seminar Announcement 📢

🎓 পরিসংখ্যান ও মেশিন লার্নিংয়ে আগ্রহী শিক্ষার্থী ও গবেষকদের জন্য বিশেষ সুযোগ!

আগামী ১৫/০১/২০২৬ (বৃহস্পতিবার)
🕛 দুপুর ১২:০০ টা
📍 পরিসংখ্যান বিভাগ, ৩১২নং কক্ষ

একটি একাডেমিক সেমিনারের আয়োজন করা হয়েছে।

👨‍🏫 প্রধান বক্তা:
Dr. Mahedi Hasan
Postdoctoral Researcher
Department of Statistics
University of Wisconsin–Madison, USA 🇺🇸

🧠 Topic:
“Machine Learning for Interpretability and Uncertainty Quantification, and Pathways to Higher Study”

🔹 এই সেমিনারে আপনি জানতে পারবেন—
✔️ আধুনিক Machine Learning গবেষণার বাস্তব প্রয়োগ
✔️ Interpretability ও Uncertainty Quantification কেন গুরুত্বপূর্ণ
✔️ উচ্চশিক্ষা (MS/PhD) ও গবেষণার আন্তর্জাতিক সুযোগ ও প্রস্তুতির পথনির্দেশনা

📌 সবাইকে আমন্ত্রণ জানানো হচ্ছে—বিশেষ করে পরিসংখ্যান, ডেটা সায়েন্স, AI ও গবেষণায় আগ্রহীদের জন্য এটি অত্যন্ত উপযোগী।

07/01/2026

https://samakal.com/whole-country/article/332701

শাহজালাল বিশ্ববিদ্যালয় পরিসংখ্যান বিভাগ অ্যালামনাই অ্যাসোসিয়েশনের (এসইউএসডি) প্রথম সাধারণ সভা অনুষ্ঠিত হয়েছে.....

04/01/2026

শুরু হলো শাহজালাল বিশ্ববিদ্যালয় পরিসংখ্যান বিভাগ অ্যালামনাই অ্যাসোসিয়েশন (SUSDAA)-এর General Meeting 2026।
পরিসংখ্যান পরিবারকে এক ছাদের নিচে আনার এই উদ্যোগে উপস্থিত হতে পেরে আমরা আনন্দিত ও আশাবাদী।

গুরুত্বপূর্ণ আলোচনা, ভবিষ্যৎ পরিকল্পনা এবং প্রিয় বিভাগের উন্নয়ন—সবকিছু মিলিয়ে একটি অর্থবহ সূচনার প্রত্যাশা করছি।
সভা চলমান… বিস্তারিত আপডেট খুব শিগগিরই।

সঙ্গে থাকুন।

29/12/2025

Congratulations Faizul Islam to get the best poster award!

Also congratulations to all co-authors
Arnob Roy Dastider, Arefin Haque Pranto, Shekh Forid, Prof. Md Ahmed Kabir Chowdhury

29/12/2025

***Why Statistics & Data Science Should be Your First Choice at Undergraduate or Graduate Level***

Choosing an undergraduate major is one of the most important academic decisions. If you are thinking about a future-proof, impactful, and globally demanded field, Statistics and Data Science deserve serious consideration.

Recent projections from the US Bureau of Labor Statistics show that:
--Data Scientist jobs will grow by around 34%
Statistics and data-related occupations by about 27%
--While overall job growth across all fields is only around 3%

This clearly indicates that data-driven skills are no longer optional—they are essential.

By studying Statistics and Data Science, undergraduate students gain:
---Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Expertise in data analysis, programming, and modeling
---Opportunities in diverse sectors: health, finance, economics, technology, climate, public policy, and research
---A solid foundation for higher studies and international careers

In a world increasingly guided by data, statisticians and data scientists are shaping decisions, policies, and innovations.

If you want a degree that combines mathematics, real-world impact, and excellent career prospects, Statistics and Data Science can be a smart and strategic choice.
📊📈 Data is the future—learn how to understand it, analyze it, and use it to make change.

Picture courtesy: ICASDA 2025 conference