Faculty Profile

Dr. Md. Shofiqul Islam

Professor & Head

Contact Information

  • Office Address: Department of Petroleum and Mining Engineering, Shahjalal University of Science and Technology, Sylhet-3114, Bangladesh
  • Phone: +8801934738961
  • Email: shofiq-pme@sust.edu, sho_fiq@yahoo.com

Biography

Dr Md. Shofiqul Islam was born in October 1977 in Dolagachha Mouja of Charnewaji Village, approximately 3 kilometers from Rajibpur Upazila in Kurigram district. From an early age, Dr. Islam displayed academic excellence, a testament to his determination and strong work ethic.
He began his formal education at Charnewaji High School, graduating with star marks in the Secondary School Certificate (S.S.C) examination 1994. Following this, he pursued his Higher Secondary Certificate (H.S.C) from the prestigious Carmichael College in Rangpur, securing a first division in 1996, further laying the foundation for his illustrious academic journey.
In the 1996-97 session, Dr. Islam was admitted to the Department of Geology and Mining at Rajshahi University, where he quickly distinguished himself as a dedicated and talented student. He earned second position in both his B.Sc. and M.Sc. examinations. For his master’s research, he specialized in engineering geology, working under the supervision of the renowned Professor Dr. Chowdhury Quamruzzaman, now a faculty member in the Department of Geology at Dhaka University.
Dr. Islam's pursuit of knowledge and passion for geological research took him abroad, where he furthered his academic credentials in Japan. He completed his second master's degree focusing on the Neotectonics of Shillong and Bengal Basin at the University of the Ryukyus in Okinawa, Japan. His advanced geoscience research earned him accolades, and he subsequently pursued a Ph.D. in Structural Geology from the same esteemed institution. His doctoral research contributed to understanding regional tectonic activity and its geochemical implications, cementing his reputation as an emerging expert in the field.
Dr. Islam's academic and research experiences span over two decades, during which he has been involved in theoretical and applied geosciences. He was selected for the prestigious Fulbright Fellowship, which took him to the Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory (LDEO) at Columbia University, USA. During his tenure at LDEO, Dr. Islam worked alongside leading scientists and researchers, gaining insights into cutting-edge methodologies in Earth and environmental sciences. His work at LDEO expanded his neotectonics, geochemistry, and environmental modeling expertise.
Over the years, Dr. Islam has held various academic and administrative positions, including serving as the Head of the Department of Petroleum and Mining Engineering (PME) at Shahjalal University of Science and Technology (SUST), where he has completed multiple tenures. He has significantly contributed to the department's curriculum development and research growth, fostering a dynamic academic environment for aspiring engineers and geoscientists. He is also actively involved in academic bodies across several renowned public universities in Bangladesh, such as Dhaka University, Rajshahi University, Barishal University, and Chittagong University of Engineering and Technology.
His research interests are diverse, encompassing energy security, climate change, and geohazards. Dr. Islam is leading a high-impact research project titled "Energy Security Analysis of Bangladesh Based on Modeling and Machine Learning Approaches." His work emphasizes the importance of integrating modern technologies like agent-based modeling (ABM) and machine learning (ML) in understanding and improving the resilience of Bangladesh's energy systems, particularly in the face of climate-induced risks.
In addition to his research and teaching commitments, Dr. Islam remains actively involved in various national and international conferences, workshops, and symposiums. He has authored numerous peer-reviewed publications in leading scientific journals, contributing to the body of knowledge in geology, geophysics, and energy security.
Dr. Md. Shofiqul Islam's journey from a small village in Kurigram to becoming an internationally recognized geoscientist is an inspiring testament to perseverance, academic excellence, and a deep commitment to the betterment of society through science and education. His work continues to influence policy and research, driving positive changes in energy security, environmental sustainability, and resource management.

Education

  • PhD in Structural Geology, Japan
  • M.Sc in Tectonics, Japan
  • M.Sc in Geology and Mining, Rajshahi University, Bangladesh.
  • B.Sc in Geology and Mining, Rajshahi University, Bangladesh.
  • Fulbright Visiting Scholar, LDEO, Columbia University, NY, USA

Research Interests

  • Petroleum Geology
  • Geophysics and well logging
  • Geochemistry and Geotechnical Engineering
  • Machine learning and Deep learning

Previous Research Project

  • 1. Petrography and geochemical analysis of the Sylhet Trap volcanic rock. A project of Shahjalal University Research Center, SUST
  • 2. Slope stability problems of the Moulovi Bazaar area and its remedial measure using Limit equilibrium and finite element project. A project of University Grants Commission, Govt. of Bangladesh
  • 3. Slope stability problems of the Cox’s Bazaar area and its remedial measure using Limit equilibrium and finite element project. A project of Ministry of Science and Technology, Govt. of Bangladesh
  • 4. Petrography and geochemical analysis of the Sylhet Limestone. A project of Shahjalal University Research Center, SUST
  • 5. Petrography and geochemical analysis of the reservoir rock of the Surma Basin. A project of Shahjalal University Research Center, SUST
  • 6. Slope stability problems of the Rangamati District and Bio-engineering approach to measuring using geotechnical properties A project of University Grants Commission, Govt. of Bangladesh
  • 7. Identification of fresh water-bearing zone at Shahjalal University of Science and Technology campus, using VES. A project of Shahjalal University Research Center, SUST
  • 8. Confirmation of fresh water-bearing zone at Shahjalal University of Science and Technology campus. A project of Shahjalal University Research Center, SUST.
  • 9. Environmental Impact Assessment in the Sylhet Region due to Mineral Extraction, a Shahjalal University Research Center project, SUST.
  • 10. The impact of climate change on landform morphology and agriculture of Sylhet region over the last 50 years. A project of the University Grants Commission, Govt. of Bangladesh.
  • 11. Examine the Dupi Tila Formation's geotechnical characteristics for engineering purposes- a project of Shahjalal University Research Center, SUST.
  • 12. Energy security analysis of Bangladesh using Agent-Based Modeling and Machine learning Approaches. A project of the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources, Govt. of Bangladesh.

External Affiliations

  • Bangladesh Atomic Energy Commission
  • BAPEX
  • BGFCL
  • SGFL
  • Assam University, Silchar, India
  • University of the Ryukyus, Japan
  • University of Brunei Darussalam
  • IMMM, Joypurhat
  • GSB
  • LDEO, Columbia University, NY, USA

Journal Publications

  • 1. Flash flood potential risk zonation mapping using GIS-based spatial multi-index model: A case study of Sunamganj District, Bangladesh
  • 2. Fresh water bearing zone identification using VES at Shahjalal University of Science and Technology Campus, Sylhet, Bangladesh
  • 3. River channel shifting over last 50 years of Upper Brahmaputra River, Bangladesh
  • 4. MS Islam, SMM Ullah, YN Jolly, MA Islam, PK Biswas, Petrological, geochemical, and microfacies analysis of the Sylhet limestone, Bengal Basin, Bangladesh: implication for depositional environment and diagenesis, Arabian Journal of Geosciences 14 (1), 1-22
  • 5. Petrophysical and petrographic characteristics of Barail Sandstone of the Surma Basin, Bangladesh
  • 6. Slope stability analysis of the Rangamati District using geotechnical and geochemical parameters
  • 7. Slope stability analysis of the Rangamati District using geotechnical and geochemical parameters,
  • 8. Petrophysical and petrographic characteristics of Barail Sandstone of the Surma Basin
  • 9. Islam MS (2019). Slope failure induced hazard in Khulshi Area of the Chittagong city, Bangladesh, Journal of Engineering Research, Innovation and Education (JERIE) 1 (1), 29-39.
  • 10. MS Islam (2019). Subsurface water modeling and structural analysis using VES: A case study of Kumargoan area, Sylhet, Bangladesh, SUST Journal of Science and Technology, 29 (1), 24-32.
  • 11. Islam MS., Rahman, MA. (2019). Slope Stability Problem and Bio-engineering Approach on Slope Protection:Case Study of Cox’s Bazar Area, Bangladesh, Geotechnical Engineering Journal of the SEAGS & AGSSEA 50 (04), 39-46.
  • 12. M. Faruque Hussain, Md Shofiqul Islam and Mithun Dev, Petrological and geochemical study of the Sylhet trap basalts, Shillong plateau, N.E. India: Implications for petrogenesis; European Journal of Geosciences 2 (1), 1-18
  • 13. Islam, MS., Karim, SU Hossain MM (2018). Seismic attributes analysis and evaluation of prospective hydrocarbon zones by seismic inversion in the Surma basin, Bangladesh, Journal of Nature Science and Sustainable Technology 12 (4), 249-261.
  • 14. Fatta, AA., Islam, MS Farhaduzzaman M (2018). Petrophysical Analysis of Sylhet Gas Field Using Well Logs and Associated Data from Well Sylhet#, Bangladesh, International Journal of Petroleum and Petrochemical Engineering (IJPPE) 4(1), 55-69.
  • 15. Islam M. S., Alam, M. M, Biswas, P. K. (2017). Petrography and geochemical analysis of Fenchuganj Well-2, Sylhet, Bangladesh. SUST Journal of Science and Technology. 27(1), 59-70.
  • 16. Islam, MS., and Islam, N. (2016). Feasibility study of construction materials of Jaflong area of Gowainghat Upazila, Sylhet. 24 (1) , 17-24
  • 17. Islam M. S. (2016). Major Natural Resource of the Sylhet Region and its Economic Importance: A review. SUST Journal of Science and Technology, 26, 37-46.
  • 18. Karim, S. U., Islam, M. S., Hosain, M., Islam, M. A., (2016). Seismic Reservoir Characterization Using Model Based Post-stack Seismic Inversion: In Case of Fenchuganj Gas Field, Bangladesh. Journal of the Japan Petroleum Institute, 59 (6). 283-292
  • 19. Islam, S. M. A., Islam, M. S., Hossain, M. M., Islam, M. A. 2015. Reservoir Characterization by Investigating the Reservoir Fluid Properties and their Effect on Seismic Response of Fenchuganj Gas Field, Bangladesh. Journal Fundamental Renewable Energy Application, 5: 144. doi: 10.41722090-4541.1000144.
  • 20. Islam, M. S., Islam, M. S., Ahmed, A. S. D., Karim, S. U., Hosain, M., Hoque, F. 2015. Seismic induced Landslide vulnerability in the Chittagong City, Bangladesh. Journal of Geotechnical Engineering, 2 1, 1-13.
  • 21. Islam, M. S., Hosain, M., Islam, M. S., Ahmed, A. S. D., Hoque, F., Karim, S.U. 2015. Disaster due to slope failure in the Pahartoli Area of the Chittagong city, Bangladesh, International Journal of Scientific and Engineering Reseach, 63, 246-251.
  • 22. Farhaduzzaman, M., Islam, M. A., Abdullah, W. H., Islam M.S. 2015. Petrography and Diagenesis of the Tertiary Surma Group Reservoir Sandstones, Bengal Basin, Bangladesh, Universal Journal of Geoscience, 3 3, 103-117.
  • 23. Ahmed, A. S. D., Islam M. S. 2015. Development of Field Petrophysical Model Using Enhanced Data Analysis A Case Study On Kailashtila Gas Field. International Journal of Petroleum and Geoscience Engineering IJPGE, 3 1 41-55.
  • 24. Deb, P. K., Howladar, M. F., Miah, M. S., Faruque, M. O., Islam, M. S., Mia, B., Quamruzzaman, C. 2014. Structural Interpretation of Fenchuganj Gas Field, Journal of Engineering Geology and Hydrogeology 2014 29-36.
  • 25. Islam, M. S., Shinjo, R., Daniel, M. 2014. Mode of occurrence and mantle source characterization of Sylhet Traps. Journal of Earth System Sciences, 123 8 1839-1855.
  • 26. Islam, S. M. A., Islam, M. S., Hossain, M. M. 2014. Investigation of fluid properties and their effect on seismic response: A case study of Fenchuganj Gas Field, Surma Basin, Bangladesh. International Journal of Oil, Gas and Coal Engineering, 2 3: 36-54.
  • 27. Islam, M. S., Hussain, M.A, Khan, Y.A, Chowdhury, A. I., Hoque, M. B. 2014. Slope Stability problem in the Chittagong city, Bangladesh. Journal of Geotechnical Engineering, 1 3, 13-25.
  • 28. Islam, M. S., Hoque, F. 2014. River Bank Erosion of the Surma River Due to Slope Failure, International Journal of Research and Innovations in Earth Science, 1 2, 54-58.
  • 29. Islam, M. S., Hosain, M., Islam, M.S., Hoque, F., Ahmed, A. S. D., Karim, S. U. 2014. Landslides problem in Lalkhan Bazar Area of the Chittagong city, Bangladesh, International Journal of Scientific and Engineering Reseach 512, 918-927.
  • 30. Islam, M. S., Jahan, L. N. 2013. Reservoir Characterization of Habiganj Gas Field. International Journal of Oil, Gas and Coal Engineering, 1, 7-15.
  • 31. Islam, M. S., Nath, S. R. 2013. Feasibility study of sand and gravel extraction from the Sari River, Sylhet, Bangladesh. Journal of Environmental Technology and construction Engineering JETCE, 21, 28-35.
  • 32. Islam, M. S., Shinjo, R. 2012. The Dauki Fault at the Shillong PlateauBengal Basin boundary in northeastern India: 2D finite element modeling, Journal of Earth Sciences, 236, 854-863.
  • 33. Islam, M. S., Shinjo, R., Kayal J.R. 2011. The tectonic stress field and deformation pattern of northeast India, the Bengal basin and the Indo-Burma Ranges: a numerical approach, Journal of Asian Earth Sciences, 40 1, 121-131.
  • 34. Islam, M. S., Shinjo, R., Kayal J.R. 2011. Pop-up tectonics of the Shillong Plateau in northeastern India: Insight from numerical simulations, Gondwana Research, 20, 395-404.
  • 35. Islam, M. S., Shinjo, R. 2010. Neotectonic stress field and deformation pattern within the Zagros and its adjoining area: an approach from finite element modeling, Journal of Geology and Mining Research, 2 7, 170-182.
  • 36. Islam, M. S., Chowdhury, Q., S. N. Deb, Mashkovtsev, I. L. 2007. Stress calculation and possible stress induced failure around Roadway tunnel inside Madhyapara Hardrock Mine, Bangladesh. Journal of Business and Retail Management Research, 2 1, 94-108.
  • 37. Islam, M. S., Quamruzzaman, C., Khan Y. A., Ahmed, M. 2006. Wedge calculation and possible wedge induced failure around the roadway tunnel inside Madhyapara Hardrock Mine in Bangladesh. International Journal of Engineering and Technology, 3 1, 44-52.
  • 38. Hussain, MF., Islam, MS., Deb M. (2019). Petrological and Geochemical study of the Sylhet Trap basalts, Shillong Plateau, NE India: Implication for petrogenesis. European Journal of Geosciences, 01 (02), 1-18.

Conference

  • 1. Islam M. S., Islam A. (2016). Slope Stability Problem at different locations in cox’s Bazar district of Bangladesh, 1st International Conference on Botanical Pesticides and Environmental Sustainabilty, September 24-25, 2016, Rajshahi Univesity, Bangladesh.
  • 2. Islam M. S., Hoque, F., 2015. Surma River Bank Erosion Due to Slope Stability Problem, 10th Global Engineering, Science and Technology Conference, 2-3 January 2015, BIAM, Dhaka, Bangladesh.
  • 3. Islam M. S., Shinjo, R., 2011. The orientation of Dauki Fault: an approximation using the 2D finite element modeling, International Conference on Engineering Research, Innovation and Education 2011, CERIE 2011, 11-13 January 2011, Sylhet, Bangladesh.
  • 4. Islam et al., 2017. Geochemical and Mineralogical analysis of the Sylhet limestone, Bengal Basin, Bangladesh: implication for depositional environment and diagenesis. International Conference on Chemical Science & Technology, 24-25 February, 2017, Department of Chemistry, CUET, Khulna, Bangladesh.
  • 5. Islam, M. S., Hayashi, D., 2009. FE simulation of contemporary tectonic stress field and deformation pattern of Northeast India, Bengal basin and Burma. International Conference on Geoscience for Global Development (GeoDev), 26-31 October, 2009, Dhaka, Bangladesh.
  • 6. Islam M.S., Hayashi, D., 2008. Numerical Simulation of the Shillong Plateau: Controversy on Oldham fault, 7th General Assembly of (Fall Meeting) of Asian Seismological Commission and Japan Seismological Society, 24-27 November, Tsukuba, Japan.
  • 7. Islam, M.S., Khan, Y.A., Quamruzzaman, C., Chang, C., 2006. Stress calculation and stress induced failure around the roadway tunnel inside Madhyapara Hardrock Mine, Bangladesh, Fall Symposium of Korean Academy of Geology, 26-27 October, Seoul, S. Korea.

Teaching

  • Petroleum Geology
  • Geophysics, Well Logging
  • Structural Geology
  • Mineralogy and Petrology
  • Engineering Geology

Awards & Recognition

  • Shahid Habibur Rahman Gold Madel (for securing 1st class at undergraduate level)
  • Engineer Akber Hossain Scholarship (for securing 1st class at master level)
  • Monbukagakusho scholarship (for Master study in Japan)
  • Mitshubushi Foundation Scholarship (for PhD study in Japan)
  • Fulbright Visiting Scholar (LDEO of Columbia University, USA)

Graduate Supervision

  • 1. Labiba Nusrat Jahan, Reg. 2006336001, Topics: Reservoir Characterization of Habiganj Gas Field using wireline log data
  • 2. Nusrat Islam, Reg. 2006336001, Topics: Feasibility study of construction materials of the Jaflong area of Gowainghat Upazila, Sylhet
  • 3. Sharnali Sharmin Sultana, Reg. 2007336020, Topics: Feasibility study of available georesources at Madabpur Upazila of Habiganj district
  • 4. Suborna Rani Nath, Reg. 2007336010, Topics: Feasibility study of available georesources at Jaintiapur Upazila of Sylhet district
  • 5. Farhan Haque Setu, Reg. 2007336030, Topics: Transportation of Gas to Nobigong Town: A case study of Nobiganj Gas Supply Project
  • 6. Abdullah Al Masum, 2008336008, Topics: Reservoir Characterization from wireline log data with modern software Rockworks 14
  • 7. Md. Yousuf Iman, 2008336014, Topics: Reserve estimation of Titas Gas Field using volumetric and material balance method
  • 8. Md Mahbub Alam, Reg. 2006336015, Topics: Petrography and geochemical analysis of Fenchuganj Well-2, Sylhet, Bangladesh
  • 9. S. M. Ariful Islam, Reg. 2008336027, Topics: Investigation of Fluid Properties and Seismic Attributes for Reservoir Characterization of Fenchuganj Gas Field
  • 10. Mosarraf Hosain, Reg. 2009336004, Topics: Petrography and geochemical analysis of Fenchuganj Well-5, Sylhet, Bangladesh
  • 11. A. S. Daiyan Ahmed, Reg. 2009336008, Topics: Reservoir Characterization of Koilastila Gas Field using wireline log data
  • 12. Farjana Hoque, Reg. 2009336025, Topics: Slope instability problem of Surma River bank, Sylhet
  • 13. Shefa Ul Karim, Reg. 2009336030, Topics: Seismic Attributes for Reservoir Characterization of Bangura Gas Field, Comilla
  • 14. Fahmida Sumi, Reg. 2010336008, Topics: Slope Stability Problem in Moulovibazar District
  • 15. Mohammad Abdullah Khan Rubel, Reg. 2010336008, Topics: Petrography and Geochemical Analysis of Sylhet Trap Volcanic Rocks
  • 16. Abdullah Al Fatta, Registration No.: 2011336047, Topics: Reservoir Characterization of Sylhet Structure Using Well Logs and Associated Data from Well No. Sylhet-7, Sylhet (Haripur) Field
  • 17. Atikur Rahman, Registration No.: 2011336042, Topics: Slope Stability problem and its remedial measures of some selected locations of Cox’s Bazar Area.
  • 18. Nouroze Quraishy Dipto, Registration No.: 2011336045, Topics: Geochemical Analysis of Coal foun in Chatal Beel, Hakaluki Hoar, Moulovibazar, Bangladesh
  • 19. Nazibul Ashfaque, Registration No.: 2011336004, Topics: Seismoic data processing and interpretation of Fenchuganj Gas Field, Surma Basin, Bangladesh.
  • 20. Trishan Deb Abhi, Registration No.: 2011336001, Topics: Facies modeling of the reservoir zones of Srikail Gas Field, Intregating Seismic and Wireline log Data
  • 21. S M Mohammad Ullah, Registration No.: 2011336044, Topics: Petrography and Geochemical analysis of the Sylhet Limestone
  • 22. Afroja Begum. Landslide susceptibility mapping using GIS and remote sensing: a case study of the Rangamati District, Bangladesh