𝐒𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫 𝐨𝐧 “𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐀𝐫𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡: 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐖𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠, 𝐏𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐲”

A seminar on “The Art of Research: Strategies for Writing, Publishing, and Protecting Intellectual Property” has been successfully organized by the Green University Center for Research Innovation & Transformation (CRIT) on Thursday, 26 September 2024, at 11:00 a.m. in room: A 302. This seminar was a collaborative initiative with the IEEE PES Student Branch chapter, Green University of Bangladesh (GUB).

We were honored that Prof. Dr. Naruttam Kumar Roy, Professor, Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering at Khulna University of Engineering & Technology (KUET) enriched the seminar as the Keynote Speaker. Honorable Vice-Chancellor of GUB, Prof. Dr. Mohammad Shorif Uddin graced the event as the Chief Guest. The session was chaired by Dr. Molla Shahadat Hossain Lipu, Director, CRIT and Associate Professor, Department of Electrical & Electronic Engineering, GUB.

With a warm smile, the Honorable Vice Chancellor commenced the session, extending heartfelt gratitude to the distinguished speaker, esteemed guests, and the eager participants who filled the room with anticipation. He spoke with conviction, underscoring the immense value of the seminar not only for the dedicated faculty but also for the future professionals in the audience. He highlighted how mastering the art of scientific writing and publishing in high-impact journals serves as a cornerstone for upholding the dignity and academic prestige of the University, encouraging all to embrace the journey of scholarly contribution with enthusiasm and rigor. Following handing over the token of appreciation to the keynote speaker by the Honorable Vice-Chancellor, the main session of the seminar commenced.

This talk was focused on the multifaceted art of research, focusing on three critical aspects: writing, publishing, and protecting intellectual property (IP). The session covered key stages of the research paper writing process, including how to structure a paper effectively, craft a clear and impactful abstract, select appropriate journals, and understand the peer-review process. It also addressed common challenges researchers face and provided solutions to navigate the peer-review process. Additionally, the talk highlighted the importance of protecting IP through patents. By the end of this session, attendees gathered a comprehensive understanding of how to effectively write, publish, and protect their research, ensuring that their intellectual contributions make a lasting impact. In the Q-A session, the participants got some clear clues from the speaker about their queries.

The seminar concluded on a high note with an inspiring address from the Session Chair, Dr. Molla Shahadat Hossain Lipu. He highlighted the critical role of high-quality research publications in bolstering the University’s reputation and elevating its global ranking. Dr. Lipu shared key initiatives undertaken by GUB to foster a culture of academic excellence, ensuring that both faculty and students are well-equipped to meet the challenges of today’s scholarly world. To further motivate the audience, he proudly referenced recent groundbreaking achievements in research and innovation at GUB, underscoring the institution’s growing influence. In his closing remarks, he expressed deep appreciation for the keynote speaker’s invaluable contribution, acknowledging that the insights shared would undoubtedly empower faculty members and students alike in their pursuit of creative writing and publishing in high-impact journals