22/08/2026
We are delighted to announce that ME'19 graduate from Chittagong University of Engineering & Technology - CUET, Konok Chandra Bhowmik, who has been selected for a Fully Funded PhD in Chemical Engineering at the University of Notre Dame, USA, starting Fall 2026.
The funding includes a Teaching Assistantship (TA) initially, followed by a Research Assistantship (RA). The Chemical Engineering program at Notre Dame is ranked 29th according to U.S. News.
His research will focus on nanomaterials synthesis and their applications as battery materials. His undergraduate thesis focused on the development of green nanoparticles for energy-material applications.
His research profile includes:
โข 9 journal articles published, including 5 Q1 publications
โข 3 journal manuscripts under review
โข 8 conference papers published
โข 4 conference papers under review
He also served as a Research Assistant in the Department of Mechanical Engineering, CUET, from October 2025 to July 2026.
This achievement reflects his dedication to research, innovation, and academic excellence. The CUET family takes immense pride in his accomplishment and wishes him continued success in his PhD journey at the University of Notre Dame.