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Imagine growing up amidst the lush, vibrant landscapes of Bangladesh, where every field and forest seemed to whisper secrets of resilience and adaptation. That’s where my fascination with nature and its remarkable complexity took root. With a head full of questions and hands eager to explore, I pursued a degree in Agricultural Science, unknowingly setting out on a journey that would transcend borders, disciplines, and even biological kingdoms. My path soon took an international turn. Two prestigious fellowships from Japan—the Nagao Natural Environment Foundation Fellowship and the JENESYS 2019 Fellowship—opened my eyes to the global significance of science. I immersed myself in the intricacies of conservation, agriculture, and cultural exchange, gaining a deeper appreciation for how life adapts to its surroundings. This curiosity became the driving force behind my desire to dissect the molecular mechanisms that govern how organisms respond to environmental changes.

From there, I embarked on the Erasmus Mundus Master’s in Plant Health, a journey that led me to the Universitat Politècnica de València in Spain and the University of Göttingen in Germany. Along the way, I dove into projects that uncovered the molecular underpinnings of adaptation and environmental sensitivity. I explored how transcription complexes regulate gene expression using the PULSE system, a light-controlled gene switch, to study cell-type specificity. I mapped genetic variation and characterized EMS-induced mutations, uncovering how subtle genetic changes lead to diverse phenotypes. These experiences taught me to weave together molecular biology, cell biology, and computational tools to dissect the misregulation of gene under stress. But the adventure didn’t stop there. My curiosity pushed me to tackle broader questions about environmental sensitivity at the cellular level. I investigated how stress induces cell type-specific changes and variability in transcriptional complexes. By leveraging cutting-edge technologies like CRISPR-Cas9 editing, RT-qPCR, and advanced phenotyping pipelines, I delved into the mechanisms that link environmental stress to gene expression and developmental outcomes. These studies offered profound insights into how organisms adapt, sometimes in unexpected ways, to challenges in their environment.

What ties my story together is a love for asking “why” and “how”—for connecting molecular processes to whole-organism outcomes, for uncovering the invisible threads that bind genes, cells, and environments. Whether mapping genetic variation, exploring cell type-specific regulatory mechanisms, or unraveling the mysteries of transcription under stress, I’m driven by the belief that every discovery brings us one step closer to understanding the complexity of life. Science is, and always has been, my grand adventure. It’s a journey fueled by curiosity, collaboration, and the drive to uncover the hidden narratives within nature. Join me, and let’s continue unraveling these mysteries together.