About Me

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Aquaculture

Institute of Aquaculture, University of Stirling; Scotland, UK

M.S in Aquaculture

Department of Aquaculture and Management

Bangladesh Agricultural University, Mymensingh, Bangladesh

Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Fisheries (Honors)

Faculty of Fisheries,

Bangladesh Agricultural University

Mymensingh, Bangladesh

Post-Doctoral Research

Department of River Basin Research Center, Gifu University

Texas A & M University

Dr. Md. Abdus Salam is a multidimensional Aquaculture Professor and in-demand consultant, renowned for his work in sustainable aquaculture solutions, including aquaponics, Black Soldier Fly (BSF) farming, and shrimp production. With over 26 years of expertise, he has led numerous impactful projects, delivering climate-resilient strategies to advance food security and environmental sustainability. A prolific author with 70+ publications, Dr. Salam collaborates globally with clients, transforming aquaculture practices through innovative, multidimensional approaches that drive sustainable development.

• Expert member at Chittagong Veterinary and Animal Husbandry University for Lecturer and Assistant Professor Appointment from 2012 to till to date.

• Fisheries expert member of Investment Corporation of Bangladesh for EEF fund Project Evaluation from 2009 to 2011.

• Biodiversity expert member in the Ministry of Environment for the People’s Republic of Bangladesh, in 2010.

• Expert member at Sylhet Agricultural University for Lecturer and Assistant Professor Appointment from 2012 to till to date.

• Expert member at Hazi Danesh Science and Technology University for Lecturer and Assistant Professor Appointment from 2010 to 2013.

• Expert member at Bangobandhu Agricultural University for Lecturer and Assistant Professor Appointment from 2010 to 2014.

• Governing body Member, Bangladesh Agricultural University High School, Mymensingh Appointment from 2010 to 2012.

• National biodiversity monitoring committee member nominated by the Vice Chancellor, BAU, Mymensingh in March 2009

Matsumae International Foundation Scholarship

Postdoctoral Research in the department of Engineering, River Basin Research Center, Gifu University, Japan in 2013.

IDB Scholarship for Postdoc

Islamic Development Bank competitive scholarship for the Muslim scholar at Texas A & M University, USA in 2011.

BTA fellowship

By British council through British Technical Assistance Programme from October 1996 to October 2000

• Newton Fund Global Research Partnership (GRP) In Aquaculture, jointly implemented by five UK universities, 3 Indian research Institutes and Department of Aquaculture, BAU. Funded by Department for International Development (DFID) and Charles Darwin Foundation, from 2015 to 2020.

• Aquaponics: Food Safety for Human Health through Good Aquaculture Practices, managed by Bangladesh Academy of Sciences and funded by United States Development of Agriculture (BAS-USDA), from 2018 to 2020.

• Development of hydroponic wheatgrass cultivation as supplementary feed production technique for fish and poultry farming in Bangladesh, funded by the ministry of Education the people’s republic of Bangladesh, from 2016 to 2019.

• Department of Aquaculture, International Rice Research Institute (IRRI), International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center (CIMMYT), WorldFish (WF), United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Bangladesh

• Department of Aquaculture, Planning Commission, Government of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh.

• Department of Aquaculture, Bangladesh Fisheries Research Institute, Government of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh.

• Department of Aquaculture, the Ministry of Science and Information and Communication Technology, Government of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh.

• Department of Aquaculture, Bangladesh Agricultural University, Mymensingh, Bangladesh,

• Department of Aquaculture, Bangladesh University Grants Commission, Dhaka, Bangladesh,

• Department of Aquaculture, Bangladesh Fisheries Research Forum (BFRF)

• Department of Aquaculture, Bangladesh Fisheries Research Forum (BFRF)

• Department of Aquaculture, Support for University Fisheries Education and Research (SUFER), Department for International Development (DFID)

• Department of Aquaculture, WorldFish center, Bangladesh.

Director

Haor and Char Development Institute,

Bangladesh Agricultural University, Mymensingh, Bangladesh.

Board member

Equity and Entrepreneurship Fund Unit

Jointly implemented by Bangladesh Bank and ICB

Professor

Department of Aquaculture, Faculty of Fisheries,

Bangladesh Agricultural University, Mymensingh, Bangladesh,

Visiting Professor

Mowlana Vashani Science and Technology University, Tangail

Recognized Tutor

Web based MSc program running by the Institute of Aquaculture, University of Stirling, Scotland, UK, and Bangladesh Agricultural University, Mymensingh, Bangladesh, funded by Commonwealth Scholarship Commission

Assistant Professor

Department of Aquaculture, Faculty of Fisheries,

Bangladesh Agricultural University, Mymensingh, Bangladesh,

Teaching Assistant

Institute of Aquaculture, University of Stirling, Scotland, UK

Lecturer

Department of Aquaculture, Faculty of Fisheries,

Bangladesh Agricultural University, Mymensingh, Bangladesh,

FAO COVID-19 Food Security Initiative (2020)

Developed fisheries-based food systems for resilient Haor communities during the pandemic.

Haor Livelihood Enhancement (2010-2013)

Improved aquaculture systems to boost livelihoods in farming communities, funded by Bangladesh Agricultural Research Council.

DANIDA Midterm Review in Barisal & Noakhali

Conducted impact assessments to enhance community-based fisheries and livestock development.

Khulna Polders Environmental Study (2007-2008)

Assessed sustainable fisheries practices under the Netherlands-funded IPSWAM initiative.

Greater Noakhali Aquaculture Impact Study (2006)

Evaluated fish farmer group productivity to optimize extension projects.

Pro-Poor Aquaculture Baseline Study

Led studies on poverty reduction through sustainable aquaculture practices in Greater Noakhali.

Indigenous Fish Farming Design & Training

Designed ponds and trained staff on fish breeding techniques for Remy Multipurpose Farm.

National GIS & Fisheries Planning Consultant (2002)

Applied GIS in strategic fisheries management for DFID’s sustainable development project.

Education & Qualification

Performance Record

Research Scientist

Consultancy Services

Fellowship Award

Professional Membership

• Life Member of Society of Coastal Aquaculture and Fisheries (SCAFI)

• Life Member of IDB-Scholars-BD-IDB Scholars of Bangladesh

• Life Member of Bangladesh Fisheries Research Forum (BFRF).

• Life Member of Progressive Agriculturist, Bangladesh

• Member in Fisheries Society of Bangladesh

• Technical Advisory Committee at Krishi Gobeshona Foundation, Bangladesh Agricultural Research Council

• Member in Technical Advisory Committee at Krishi Gobeshona Foundation, Bangladesh Agricultural Research Council

• Member in Equity and Entrepreneurship Fund (EEF) for Project Proposals appraisal jointly managed by Bangladesh Bank and Investment Corporation of Bangladesh (ICB)

Expert Member

• Training & Workshop on Black Soldier Fry Larvae as Live Feed (13 Nov 2021) Organized by Faculty of Fisheries, BAU, Mymensingh.

• Workshop on Aquaculture Disease Prevention for Poverty Alleviation (1 Oct 2009): Jointly organized by BAU and Southampton University, funded by UK BBSRC and UKAid.

• 2nd Aquaponics Training & International Workshop (22-23 Feb 2018): Organized by Department of Aquaculture, BAU, Mymensingh.

• 1st Aquaponics Training for Beginners (22-23 Sep 2017): Organized by Department of Aquaculture, BAU, Mymensingh.

• Workshop on Climate Change Impact on Livelihoods & Fisheries (1 Oct 2009): Jointly organized by BAU and University of Stirling, Scotland, UK.

• Seminar on GIS-Based Modeling for Aquaculture Development (24 May 2001): Held at LGED Auditorium, Dhaka, organized by Department of Aquaculture, BAU.

• Seminar on GIS-Based Modelling in Multiple Sectors (24 Apr 2002): Organized by Faculty of Fisheries, BAU, Mymensingh.

• Seminar on Seaweed Culture Potential in Bangladesh (12 Sep 2002): Organized by Faculty of Fisheries, BAU, Mymensingh.

• Workshop on Global Warming & Fisheries Impact (25 Mar 2008): Jointly organized by BAU and University of Stirling at BAU, Mymensingh.

• International Workshop on Climate Change Impact on Fisheries (4 Nov 2008): Jointly organized by BAU and University of Stirling, held in Khulna.

Workshop & Seminar Organization