Md. Delwar Hossain, B.Sc. in Eng.
Assistant Professor, Department of Textile Engineering, DUET, Gazipur
Md Delwar Hossain is a multidisciplinary engineering professional with expertise in fire safety engineering, fire testing, and textile engineering. Holding a PhD in Fire Engineering from Western Sydney University, along with MSc and BSc degrees in Textile Engineering, he specialises in fire modelling, fire testing of polymeric materials, and process optimisation. His research focuses on fire-retardant materials, fire dynamics simulations, and compliance with safety standards. He has led projects on advanced building materials, conducted full-scale fire testing, and contributed to developing innovative fire protection strategies. Previously, he served as an Assistant Professor in Textile Engineering at Dhaka University of Engineering and Technology, enhancing his expertise in materials science and sustainable manufacturing processes. With a strong record of academic publications, industry collaborations, and teaching, he continues to drive advancements in fire safety, materials engineering, and process optimization.
Outside of work Md Delwar Hossain enjoys reading research articles mentoring students attending academic conferences and exploring advancements in fire safety and textile engineering. He also has a keen interest in traveling photography and cricket which help him stay engaged and inspired in both professional and personal life.
My Educational Qualification:
| # | Degree | Institution | Passing Year | Discipline & Fields |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | B.Sc. in Eng. | Dhaka university of engineering and technology | 2010 | Textile Engineering |
| 2 | M.Sc. in Eng. | Bangladesh University of Textiles | 2015 | Textile Engineering (Apparel engineering) |
| 3 | PhD | Western Sydney University | 2024 | Fire engineering |
My Career:
| # | Designation | Institute | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Assistant Professor | Dhaka University of Engineering and Technology | 2015-12-06 : Continue |
| 2 | Lecturer | Dhaka University of Engineering and Technology | 2012-12-02 : 2015-12-05 |
| 3 | Lecturer | National Institute of Textile Engineering and Research (NITER) former TIDC, Saver. | 2011-02-02 : 2012-12-01 |
| 4 | Textile Engineer | Intramex Textile Ltd,Laksmipur,Gazipur, Bangladesh | 2010-06-06 : 2011-02-01 |
My Memberships:
| # | Type | Organization | Membership Code |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Member | Institute of Engineers Bangladesh (IEB)/ | M-31265 |
My Awards:
| # | Title | Event | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Postgraduate research scholarship | Funded by the Australian Research Council | 2019 |
| 2 | Discovery Postgraduate Research Award | Western Sydney University | 2022 |
| 3 | AIB Professional Excellence in Building Award (NSW Chapter) | Australian Institute of Building. | 2024 |
| 4 | Top publication award (Highly recommended) | School of Engineering, Design and Built environment, WSU | 2023 |
My Students:
| # | Programme | Awarded Students | Running Students | Student Details |
|---|
Other Activities:
| # | Title | Organization | Role | Fund |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Development of a Full-scale Fire Testing Project for Fire Retardant Materials | ARC Linkage Project grant | Research Associate | AUD 101,500 |
Other Participation:
| # | Event | Organizer | Role | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Advanced Fire Dynamics Simulator with Pyrosim and Smokeview | Society of Fire Protection Engineers (SFPE), USA | Trainee | 2021 |
| 2 | Fire Modelling for Fire Investigation and the Design of Buildings | BRE Academy, UK | Trainee | 2021 |
| 3 | International Conference on Fire Safety Engineering Research and Practice (iCFSERP-2024) | Western Sydney University, Australia | Conference Secretary | 2024 |