Dr. Tawfikur Rahman

Assistant Professor, Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering

International University of Business Agriculture and Technology (IUBAT)

Biography & Expertise

Dr. Tawfikur Rahman is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering at the International University of Business Agriculture and Technology (IUBAT), with a distinguished research career spanning sustainable energy, artificial intelligence, and interdisciplinary engineering solutions.

His expertise is deeply rooted in power electronics, evidenced by his PhD work and numerous publications on phase synchronous inverters and control systems for microgrids and renewable energy integration. This foundation has enabled him to branch into pioneering applications, including a patented electrostatic method for biohydrogen production and the design of advanced power converters for electric vehicles.

Furthermore, Dr. Rahman actively bridges the gap between power systems and AI, employing deep learning models for critical tasks such as cardiovascular disorder classification from ECG signals and automated agricultural pest detection. His prolific output, which includes over 30 journal and conference papers in high-impact venues, patents, and ongoing projects, demonstrates a consistent commitment to developing intelligent and sustainable technologies that address complex global challenges in energy, transportation, and healthcare.

Research Interests

  • Power Electronics & Renewable Energy Systems

  • Artificial Intelligence, Machine & Deep Learning

  • Green Energy & Microgrid Integration

  • Electric Vehicle Power Systems & Battery Management

  • Electrostatic Generators

  • Signal Processing for Biomedical Applications

Education

Degree Field of Study Institution Year Award/Note
Ph.D. Electronics Engineering (Power & Electronic) International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM), Malaysia 2019 Gold Medal/Best Student Award, Kulliyyah of Engineering
M.Sc. Electronics Engineering (Power & Electronic) International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM), Malaysia 2016  
B.Sc. Electrical and Electronic Engineering International University of Business Agriculture and Technology (IUBAT), Bangladesh 2009  

Working Sectors

Position Institution/Organization Dates
Assistant Professor Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, IUBAT, Dhaka Sep 2021 – Present
Research Associate BRiCM BCSIR, Dhaka Feb 2020 – Present
Post-Doctoral Research Fellow International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM), Malaysia Feb 2019 – Feb 2021
Research & Teaching Assistant International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM), Malaysia 2010 – 2018

Selected Publications

Title Journal/Conference Year DOI/Patent
Electrostatic Method based on High Content of Biohydrogen Production System New Utility Innovation, Malaysia 2024 [UI 2024005407]
Active DC to DC converter-based battery charge balancing systems from renewable energy by using electric vehicle Energy Reports, 14 2025 [DOI]
Harnessing artificial intelligence for sustainable urban development Scientific Reports, 15 2025 [DOI]
Symmetrically structured epsilon negative metamaterial for antenna gain enhancement Optical Materials, 148 2024 [DOI]
Design of a Fuel Cell System with Converter for Electric Vehicle Iranica Journal of Energy & Environment 2024 [DOI]

Research Projects

Project Title Role Description
Design and Analysis of Fuel Cell and Battery Systems for Electric Vehicles Key Researcher Focused on developing and optimizing integrated power systems to enhance the efficiency and reliability of electric vehicles.
Phase Synchronous Inverters for Microgrid Applications Principal Researcher (PhD and Post-Doctoral Work) Designed and implemented innovative control algorithms for inverters to enable smooth and efficient integration of renewable energy sources into microgrids.

Contact & Profiles

  • Email: tawfikurr@gmail.com

  • Profiles: [Google Scholar] | [ORCID] | [Scopus] | [IEEE]