Department of Pharmacy
Professor Dr. Muniruddin Ahmed  Professor & Head
Name :
Professor Dr. Muniruddin Ahmed
Employee ID
722900068
Designation
Professor & Head  
Department
Department of Pharmacy
Faculty
Faculty of Health and Life Sciences
Personal Webpage
https://faculty.daffodilvarsity.edu.bd/profile/pharmacy/muniruddin.html
E-mail
drmuniruddin.ph@diu.edu.bd
Phone
Ext: 46100
Cell-Phone
01847334841, 01755587204

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) 1982
Sehr Gut (very good)
Free University Berlin, Germany

  1. Studies on the Drug Utilization and Cost Efficiency of Health Facilities in Bangladesh
  2. Bioactivity Guided Isolation, Purification, Characterization and Pharmacological Screening of Natural Products from Medicinal Plants
  3. Penetration pattern of steroid drugs like dexamethasone in reconstructed human skins by using Scanning Transmission X-ray Microscopy and HPLC-MS/MS

Selection Grade Professor
Department of Pharmacy, University of Dhaka (Since February 4, 2000- June 30, 2019)

Professor
Department of Pharmacy, University of Dhaka (March 12, 1992-February 03, 2000)

Associate Professor
Department of Pharmacy, University of Dhaka (December 17, 1986 - March 11, 1992)

Assistant Professor
Department of Pharmacy, University of Dhaka (August 03, 1983 - December 16, 1986)

Lecturer
Department of Pharmacy, University of Dhaka (February 04, 1976 - August 02, 1983)

Journal:

 

LIST OF Peer Reviewed Publications

 

  1. Clinical study and future prospects for bioactive compounds and semi-synthetic molecules in the therapies for Huntington's disease: .Islam, M. R,, Jony, M. H, Thufa, G. K, Akash, S, Dhar P. S, Rahman,M. M, Afroz T, Ahmed, M, Hemeg, H. A,, Rauf, A., Thiruvengadam, M. A.: Molecular Neurobiology. 9, 12:1-34 (2023)
  2. Emerging Promise of Therapeutic Approaches Targeting Mitochondria in Neurodegenerative Disorders: Rahman, M. M., Tumpa, A. A., Rahaman, M. S., Islam, F., Sutradhar, P. R., Ahmed, M., Alghamdi, B. S., Hafeez, A., Alexiou, A, Perveen, A., Ashraf, G. M.: Current Neuropharmacology: 21, (5), 1081 – 1099 (2023) DOI: 10.2174/1570159X21666230316150559
  3. Food Color Additives in Hazardous Consequences of Human Health: An Overview Sultana, S., Rahman, M. M., Aovi, F. I., Jahan, F. I., Hossain, M. S., Brishti, S. A., Yamin, M., Ahmed, M., Rauf, A., Sharma, R..: Current Topics in Medicinal Chemistry: DOI: 10.2174/1568026623666230117122433 (2023)
  4. Exploring the Management Approaches of Cytokines Including Viral Infection and Neuroinflammation For Neurological Disorders: Rahman, M M., Mim, S. A., Tumpa , M. A. A., Sarker, M. T., Ahmed, M., Badrah S. Alghamdi, Badrah. S., Hafez, A., Alexiou, A., Perveen, A., Ashraf, G. M.: Cytokine: 157, 155962 https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cyto.2022.155962 (2022)
  5. In Silico Investigation and Potential Therapeutic Approaches of Natural Products for COVID-19: Computer-Aided Drug Design Perspective: Rahman, M. M., Mim, S. A., Rahaman, M. S., Islam, M. R., Emran, T. B.,  Akkol, E. K., Sharma, R.,  Hossain, M. E., Akash, S., Ray, T. K., Sultana, S.,  Ahmed, M.,  Sobarzo-Sanchez, E. : Frontiers in Cellular and Infection Microbiology 12, 929430 (2022)  https://doi.org/10.3389/fcimb.2022.929430
  6. An Overview of Antimicrobial Stewardship Optimization: The Use of Antibiotics in Humans and Animals to Prevent Resistance: Rahman, M. M., Tumpa, M. A. A.,  Zehravi,M.,  Sarker , M. T., Yamin, M., Islam, M. R.,  Harun-Or-Rashid, M.,  Ahmed, M.,  Ramproshad, S.,  Mondal, B.,  Dey, A.,  Damiri, F.,  Berrada, M.,  Rahman, M. H., Cavalu, S. : Antibiotics  11(5), 667: (2022) https://doi.org/10.3390/antibiotics11050667
  7. The Gut Microbiota (Microbiome) in Cardiovascular Disease and Its Therapeutic Regulation: Rahman, M.M,, Islam, F., Harun -Or-Rashid, M.H., Mamun, A.A., Rahaman, M.S., Islam, M.M., Meem, A.F.K., Sutradhar, P.R., Mitra, S., Mimi, A.A., Emran, T.B., Fatimawali,. Idroes, R., Tallei, T.E., Ahmed, M., Cavalla, S.: Front. Cell. Infect. Microbiol. 12:903570. https://doi.org/10.3389/fcimb.2022.903570 (2022)
  8. An Overview of Antimicrobial Stewardship Optimization: The Use of Antibiotics in Humans and Animals to Prevent Resistance: Rahman, M. M., Tumpa, M. A. A., Zehravi,M., Sarker , M. T., Yamin, M., Islam, M. R.,  Harun-Or-Rashid, M.,  Ahmed, M.,  Ramproshad, S.,  Mondal, B.,  Dey, A.,  Damiri, F.,  Berrada, M.,  Rahman, M. H., Cavalu, S. : Antibiotics  11(5), 667: (2022) https://doi.org/10.3390/antibiotics11050667
  9. Multifunctional Role of Natural Products in the Management of Diabetes and Obesity: A Comprehensive Review: Rahman, M. M., Islam, M. R., Shohag, M., Hossain, M. E., Rahaman, M. S., Islam, F., Ahmed, M., Mitra, S., Khandaker, M. U., Idris, A. M., Chidambaram, K., Emran, T. B., Cavalu, S.: Molecules 27, 1713 https://doi.org/10.3390/molecules27051713 (2022)
  10. Role of G-proteins and GPCR-Mediated Signalling in Neuropathophysiology: Rahman, M. M., Mim, S. A., Islam, M. R., Sultana, N., Ahmed, M., Kamal, M. A.:  CNS & Neurological Disorders –DrugTargets: 10.2174/1871527321666220430142722 (2022)
  11. Multifaceted role of natural sources for COVID-19 pandemic as marine drugs: Rahman, M. M., Islam, R., Shohag, S., Hossain, E., Shah, M., Shuvo, S, S., Khan, H., Chowdhury, A. R., Bulbul, I., J., Hossain, S., Sultana, S. Ahmed, M., Akhtar, MF. Saleem, A., Rahman, M. H.: Environmental science and pollution research: 29(21) https://doi.org/10.1007 s11356-022-20328-5 (2022)
  12. Nanotechnology-Based Approaches and Investigational Therapeutics against COVID-19: Rahman, M. M., Ahmed, M., Islam M. T., Khan, M., Sultana, S., Maeesa, S. K., Hasan, S., Hossain, M. A., Ferdous, K. S., Mathew, B., Rauf, A., Uddin, M. S.: Current Pharmaceutical Design: https://dx.doi.org/10.2174/1381612827666210701150315 (2022)
  13. Bioactive Compounds and Diabetes Mellitus: Prospects and Future Challenges: Rahman, M. M., Islam, M. R, Rabbi, F., Islam, M. T., Sultana, S., Ahmed, M., Sehgal, A., Singh, S., Sharma, N., Behl, T.: Current Pharmaceutical Design 10.2174/1381612828666220412090808 (2022)
  14. Stem Cell Transplantation Therapy and Neurological Disorders: CurrentStatus and Future Perspectives : Rahman, M. M., Islam, M. R., Islam, M. T., Harun-Or-Rashid, M., Islam, M., Abdullah, S., M., Uddin, M. B., Das, S.,  Rahaman, M. S.,  Ahmed, M., Alhumaydhi, F. A., Emran, T., B., Mohamed, A. A. R.,  Faruque, M. R. I., Uddin, M. K., Hedeab, G. M. : Biology  11(1), 147 (2022). https://doi.org/10.3390/biology11010147
  15. Role of Phenolic Compounds in Human Disease: Current Knowledge and Future Prospects: Rahman, M. M., Rahaman, M. S., Islam, M. R., Rahman, M., Mithi, F. M., Alqahtani, T., Almikhlafi, M. A., Alghamdi, S. Q., Alruwaili, A. S., Hossain, M. S., Ahmed, M., Das, R., Emran, T. B., Uddin, M. S.: Molecules 27(1), 233; (2022) https://doi.org/10.3390/molecules27010233
  16. Multifunctional Therapeutic Potential of Phytocomplexes and Natural Extracts for Antimicrobial Properties: Rahman, M. M., Rahman, M. S., Islam, M. R., Hossain, M. E., Mithi, F. M., Ahmed, M., Saldías, M., Akkol, E. K., Sánchez, E. S.: Antibiotics 10(9), 1076; https://doi.org/10.3390/antibiotics10091076 (2021)
  17. Phytochemical Investigation and Neuropharmacological Potential of Citrus limon(Lemon) Seed Extract on Swiss Albino Mice: Rahman, M. M., Islam, F., Parvez, A., Ashraf, G. M., Ahmed, M. : Journal of Integrative Neuroscience. 21(1), 42; (2022) https://doi.org/10.31083/j.jin2101042
  18. Exploring the Recent Trends in Management of Dementia and Frailty: Focus on Diagnosis and Treatment: Rahman, M. M., Mim, S. A., Islam, M. R., Parvez, A., Islam, F., Uddin, M. B., Rahaman, M. S., Shuvo, P. A., Ahmed, M., Greig, N. H., Kamal, M. A. : Current Medicinal Chemistry 29(32), 5289-5314 (2022) 10.2174/0929867329666220408102051
  19. Studies on the Prevalence of HIV/AIDS in Bangladesh including other Developing Countries: Rahman, M. M., Islam, F., Rahaman, M. S., Sultana, N. A., Fahim, N. F., Ahmed, M. : Advances in Traditional Medicine: https://doi.org/10.1007/s13596-021-00610-6 (2021)
  20. Hutchinson-Gilford Progeria syndrom: An overview of the molecular mechanism, pathophysiology and therapeutic approach: Rahman, M.M., Ferdous, K.Z., Ahmed, M., Islam, M.T., Khan, M.R., Parveen, A., Ashraf, G.M., Uddin, M.S. Current Gene Therapy 21, 216-229 (2021).  DOI: 10.2174/1566523221666210303100805
  21. Exploring the Promise of Targeting Ubiquitin-Proteasome System to Combat Alzheimer’s Disease Abdullah Al Mamun, Md. Sahab Uddin, Md. Tanvir Kabir, Sayema Khanum, Md. Shahid Sarwar, Bijo Mathew, Abdur Rauf, Muniruddin Ahmed & Ghulam Md Ashraf Neurotoxicity Research 38, 8–17(2020)
  22. Emerging promise of nanoparticle-based treatment for Parkinson's diseases. Rahman, M.M., Ferdous K.S., Ahmed, M. Biointerface Research in Applied Chemistry 10(6):7135-7151(2020). https://doi.org/10.33263/BRIAC106.71377151
  23. Estrogen Signaling in Alzheimer’s Disease: Molecular Insights and Therapeutic Targets for Alzheimer’s Dementia. Uddin, M.S., Rahman, M. M., Jakaria, M., Rahman, M.S., Hossain, M. S., Islam, M., Ahmed, M.,  Bijo Mathew, B., Omar, U. M., Barreto, G. E., Ashraf, G.M. Molecular Neurobiology 57, 2654–2670 (2020). https://doi.org/10.1007/s12035-020-01911-82 
  24. Bacteriological Status of Street Food in Different University Premises of Dhaka City, Bangladesh: Tanjia, N., Akhter,N., Akhter, M. S., Ahmed, M., Islam, S. Bangladesh J. Microbiol. 36(1), 45 – 47 (2019)
  25. Qualifying X-ray and Stimulated Raman Spectromicroscopy for Mapping Cutaneous Drug Penetration: Wanjiku, B., Yamamoto, K.,, Klossek, A., Schumacher, F.,, Pischon, H.,  Mundhenk, L.,  Rancan, F.,  Judd, M. M.,  Ahmed, M. ,  Zoschke, C.,  Kleuser, B.,  Rühl, E.  Schäfer-Korting, M. Analytical Chemistry:. 91, 11, 7208-7214 (2019). DOI: 10.1021/acs.analchem.9b00519
  26. Cholinesterase Inhibitors for Alzheimer Disease: Multitargeting Strategy based on Anti-Alzheimer's Drugs Repositionin: Kabir, M. T., Uddin,, M.S., Begum,, M. M., Thangapandiyan, S.,  .Sohanur Rahman,        M. S., Aleya, L.,  Mathew, B.,  Ahmed,M.,  .Ashraf, G. M.  Barreto, G. E.  Current    Pharmaceutical Design (2019): 25 3519-3535   DOI: 10.2174/1381612825666191008103141
  27. Bacterial resistance in pneumonia in developing countries – a role for iron chelation: Sufia I,  Chisti,  Ahmed, M., M. J.,  Anwar, N.,  Lehmann, C.  Trop.Med Infect. Dis. 4,  59 -63  (2019) 
  28. 14-Deoxyandrographolide Isolated from Andrographis paniculata (Burm. f) Nees Growing in Bangladesh and Its Antimicrobial Properties:  Rashid, P. T., Ahmed, M.,  Md. Mizanur Rahaman, M. M.,  Muhit, M, A.  Dhaka Univ. J. Pharm. Sci. 17  2   265-267 (2018)
  29. Cannabis and Brain: Disrupting Neural Circuits of Memory Uddin, M.S, Sheshe, S.M., Islam, A., Mamun, A.A., Hussein, H.K,  Labu, Z.K. and Ahmed, M. Journal of Intellectual Disability: Diagnosis and Treatment(  6(2), 49-62 (2018)
  30. The dispute of statins and cholesterol: Can statins save your life by abating the risk of heart disease? Uddin, S.M, Ahmed, M. J. Clin. Exp. Cardiolog. 9( 1) 1-2 (2018)
  31. The secret linkage amid sugar and heart disease: Is sugar truly foe rather than just friend? Uddin, S.M., Ahmed, M. Archives of Medicine  Vol 9 (No 6:4) 1- 4   (2017)
  32. Antibiotic Resistance: A Review of Past and Future; Ahmed M.  The Dhaka Biswabidyalaya Patrika : 94(10), 61-77(2016)
  33. Phytochemical and Pharmacological Investigation of Lagenaria siceraria, Cucumis sativus and Cucurbita maxima: Alamgir, H. M., Mahbub , S. A.,  Ahmed, M., Kayser, M. S. European Journal of Medicinal Plants: 12(3) 1 -13 (2016)
  34. Microbial contamination of street vended foods from a University campus in Bangladesh : Sufia, I., Nasrin, N., Rizwan, F., Nahar, L., Bhowmik, A., Talukder, K., Akhter, M., Roy, A., Ahmed, M. South East Journal of Tropical Medicine and Public Health 46 (3), 480 - 485 (2015)
  35. Studies on drug use pattern and cost efficiency in upozila health complexes in Dhaka division of Bangladesh:  Alamgir, H. M., Ahmed, M. American Scientific Research Journal for Engineering, Technology, and Sciences: 14(1), 178-186 (2015)
  36. Analgesic activity of the fruit extract of Averrhoa carambola: Das, B. N., Ahmed, M. Int. J. Lifesc. Bt & Pharm. Res.: 1(3) 1-7 (2012)
  37. Analgesic activity of bark of Murraya paniculata: Podder, M.K., Das, B.N., Ahmed, M. International Journal of Medicine and Medical Sciences 3(4), 105-108 (2011)
  38. Analgesic activity of bark of Xeromphis spinosa: Das, B. N.; Biswas. B. K.; Moghal, M. M. R.; Bashar, M.A. Ahmed, M.  International Journal of Comprehensive Pharmacy. 2(1) 1-3 (2010)
  39. Antimicrobial Activity and Brine Shrimp Lethality Bioassay of the Leaves Extract of Dillenia indica Linn: Apu, A., Muhit, M.; Tareq, S., Pathan, A., Jamaluddin,A.,Ahmed, M. J. Young Pharm.2(1), 50 - 53 (2010)
  40. Cytotoxic and Antimicrobial Activity of the Crude Extract of Abutilon indicum: Muhit, M.A, Apu, S.A., Islam, M. S. Ahmed, M. International Journal of Pharmacognosy and Phytochemical Research 2(1): 1-4 (2010)
  41. The Analgesic and Anti-inflammatory activities of the extract of Albizia  lebbeck in animal model: Saha, A., Ahmed, M. Pak. J. Pharm. Sci 24(1), 74 -77 (2009) 
  42. Anti-inflammatory activity of bark of Xeromphis spinosa: Das, B. N.; Saha, A., Ahmed, M. Bangladesh J Pharmacol  4, 76-78 (2009)
  43. Biological activities of Polygonum flaccidum Meissn. and its flavonoid  constituent flaccidine:  Kundu, J.K., Islam M.N., Kundu J., Bachar, S.C., Ahmed,  M. Chowdhury, S.K and Datta,  B.K. Uoda Studies. 2, 39 – 42. (2006)
  44. The Analgesic and Anti-inflammatory activities of Sida cordifolia Linn: Sattradhar, R.K.,  Matior Rahman, A.K.M., Ahmed, M., Datta, B.K., Bachar, S.C, Shaha, A. Indian J Pharmacol 38, 207-208. (2006)
  45. Analgesic activity of Tragia involucrate: Alimuzzaman, M., Ahmed, M.  Dhaka   Univ. Pharm. Sci. 4, 35-38 (2005)
  46. Preliminary pharmacological studies on Piper chaba stem bark: Rahman, M.T.,  Shilpi, J. A., Ahmed, M., Hossain, C. F. Journal of   Ethnopharmacology  99,   203-209(2005)
  47. Glucocorticoids for human skin: New aspects of the mechanism of action: Schäfer-Korting, M., Kleuser, B., Ahmed, M., Höltje, H.D., Korting, H.C. Skin Pharmacol. Physiol. 18, 103- 14(2005). 
  48. Antinociceptive activity of the areal part of Solanum Xanthocarpum: Rahman, M.T., Ahmed, M., Alimuzzaman, M., Shilpi, J.A.  Fitoterapia 74, 119- 121(2003)
  49. Therapeutic evaluation of antioxidants and metal chelator in a rabbit model of chronic arsenic poisoning: Ahmed, M., Rabbani, G.H., Anwar, K.S., Alam, K., Chowdhury, A.K.A.,  Rahman M.T., Alimuzzaman, M.  Annual Report of Bang.  Arsenic Control Soc. 42. (2002)
  50. Therapeutic evaluation of antioxidants in a mice model of chronic arsenic poisoning:  Ahmed, M., Rabbani, G.H., Anwar, K.S., Alam, K., Chowdhury, A.K.A., Rahman M.T., Alimuzzaman, M. ICBEN: 145 (2002)
  51. Antinociceptive activity of Polygonum hydropiper: Rahman, E., Goni, S.A.,   Rahman, M.T., Ahmed, M.  Fitoterapia  73, 704-706 (2002)
  52. Analgesic principle from the bark of Careya arborea: Ahmed, M., Rahman,   M.W., Rahman, M.T., Hossain, C.F. Pharmazie 57(10), 698-701. (2002)
  53. A Preliminary study on the analgesic activity of Grangea maderaspatana:   Ahmed M., Islam, M.M., Hossain, C. F., Khan, O.F.  Fitoterapia 72, 553-  554(2001)
  54. Analgesic sesquiterpene dilactone from Mikania cordata: Ahmed, M., Rahman, M.T., Alimuzzaman, M., Shilpi, J.A.  Fitoterapia  72(8), 919- 921(2001)
  55. Analgesic, diuretic and anti-inflammatory principle from Scoparia dulcis: Ahmed, M., Shikha, H.A., Sadhu, S.K., Rahman, M.T., Datta, B.K.  Pharmazie 56, 657(2001)
  56. Diuretic activity of Grangea maderaspatana: Ahmed M., Islam, M.M., Hossain, C. F. The Dhaka Univ. J. Biol. Sci. 10(2),  215-218 (2001)
  57. Histopathological and microbiological studies on the crude extract of Persicaria stagnina and its chief constituent-stagninol: Sadhu, S.K., Ahmed, M., Datta, B.K.  The Khulna University Studies.  1(2), 295-298 (2000)
  58. Analgesic principle from Abutilon indicum: Ahmed M., Amin, S., Islam, M.M., Takahashi, M., Okuyama, E., Hossain C.F Pharmazie 55(4), 314. (2000) 
  59. Toxicological studies on Polygonum orientale Linn. : Ahmed, M., Rouf, A.S.S., Datta, B.K.  Bang. J. Physiol. Pharmacol. 14, 27- 28 (1998)
  60. Preliminary studies on analgesic, anti-inflammatory and diuretic activity of  stagninol- A sesquiterpene isolated from Persicaria stagnina:  Ahmed, M., Sadhu, S. K., Datta, B.K., Kundu, J., Bachar, S.C. Pharmazie 52, 472-475. (1997)
  61. Preliminary biological studies of repenone: A rotenoid isolated from Boehaarvia repens Ahmed, M., Shahpar, S., Sadhu, S.K., Kunda, J., Datta, B.K. Bang. J. Biochem. 2, 81-87 (1997)
  62. Constituents of Moringa olefera: Rashed, M.A., Ahmed. M. Bang.Journal of Life Science 6(2), 45-48. (1995)
  63. Bioquivalence studies of aspirin formulations: Chowdhury, D.K., Paul, C.K., Datta, B.K., Banoo, R., Ahmed, M., Khan, O.F. Dhaka Univ.J.Boil.Sci. 4, 2.  (1995)
  64. Bioequivalence study of aspirin tablet by urinary excretion method: Chowdhury, D.K., Paul, C.K., Datta, B.K., Banoo, R., Ahmed, M., Khan, O.F. Bang. J. Physiol. Pharmacol. 10, 53- 54. (1995)
  65. Antihypertensive activity of Eclipta alba:  Ahmed, M., Karim, V. Bang.J.  Physiol  Pharmacol. 10, 44-45 (1994)
  66. Antifertility principles from Marsdenia tinctoria: Pharmacological and  physiological studies  Chowdhury A.K.A., Hashim, H.F., Barun, C.S., Ahmed, M.  Pure and appl. Chem. 66, 2343- 2346 (1994)
  67. Tinctoramine: A new steroidal alkaloid from Marsdenia tinctoria: Chowdhury,  A.K.A.; Sen, B.C., Hasim, M.F., Ahmed, M. Pharmazie 48, H-8, 628- 629 (1993)
  68. A new phenylpropane from Acorus calamus: Ara. T., Chowdhury, A.K.A.,  Ahmed, M.   Pharmazie 48, H-10, 786-787(1993)
  69. Constituents of Polygonum orientale: Ahmed, M., Rouf, A.S.S, Datta, B.K   Bangladesh J. Bot.  16 (1), 97-98 (1993)
  70. Furanoeremophilane derivative from Senecio nudicaulis: Ahmed, M. Pharmazie  45, H-1, 69- 70 (1993)
  71. Ichthyothereol acetate from Blumea membraneceae: Ahmed, M. Dhaka   Univ.J.Boil.Sci. 2 (1), 115-116. (1993)
  72. Determination of some characteristics and fatty acid composition of the seed oil of Lawsonia Alba: Datta, B.K., Ahmed, M., Banoo, R. Journal of Bangladesh Academy of Science 16 (2), 263-264 (1992)
  73. In vitro anibacterial activity of Polygonum orientale Linn. :  Rouf, A.S.S, Datta,  B.K., Ahmed,  M.  Bangladesh J, Microbial. 9(2), 99-101. (1991)
  74. Antraquinone, chromone and flavone derivatives from Rumex maritimus: Ahmed, M., Datta, B.K., Rouf, A.S.S, Jakupovic, J.  Pharmazie 46, 548-549 (1991)
  75. A flavone and santalone derivatives from Polygonum flaccidum: Ahmed, M., Datta, B.K., Rouf, A.S.S, Jakupovic, J. Phytochemistry 30, 3155 -  3156 (1991)
  76. A 5-methylcoumartin and glancolides from Bothriokline amplifolia: Ahmed, M., Jakupovic, J., Bohlmann, F.,  Mungai, M.G. Phytochemistry 30, 2807-2808. (1991) 
  77. Constituents of  Cynodon dactylon:  Ahmed, M., Ahmed, S., Hassan, C.M., Jabber, A. Pharmazie 46, H-3, 233-234  (1991)
  78. Highly oxygenated furoeremophilane derivatives from Senecio zoellneri:  Ahmed, M., Jakupovic, J.,  Bohlmann, F., Niemeyer, H.M.  Phytochemistry 30, 2407(1991)
  79. Kaurene derivatives from Lasianthea fruticosa: Revision of sterochemistry of related compounds : Ahmed, M., Jakupovic, J., Castro, V. Phytochemistry 30. 712. (1991)
  80. Furoermophilanes and related compounds from Senecio pachyphyllos: Ahmed, M., Neimeyer, H.M.  Phytochemistry 30, 2078. (1990)
  81. Constituents of Persicaria stagnina: Ahmed, M., Datta, B.K., Rouf, A.S.S Planta  Medica 57, 503. (1991)
  82. Further dilactones from Mikania cordata:  Ahmed, M.  Pharmazie 45, H-9,697  (1990)
  83. New labdane derivatives from Solidago tortifolia: Dominguez, X.A., Sanchez, H.V., Griselda,E.B., Ahmed, M.  Rev. Latinoamer.Quim. 21 (2)71 (1990)
  84. New diterpenoides from Scoparia dulcis:  Ahmed, M., Jakupovic, J. Phytochemistry 29, 3035-3037 (1990)
  85. New diterpenes from Conyza stricta: Ahmed, M., Ahmed, A.A. Phytochemistry 29, 2715.  (1990)
  86. 5,6,7,4-Tetrahydroxy-3-methoxy flavone from Polygonum Chinense: Ahmed, M., Hassan, M.A. Pharmazie 45, H-3, 224 (1990)
  87. New glucoside from Conyza stricta: Ahmed, M., Ahmed, A.A. Pharmazie 45, H- 3, 224 (1990)
  88. Rotenoids derivatives from Boehaarvia repens: Ahmed, M., Datta, B.K., Rouf, A.S.S Phytochemistry 29, 2009 (1990)
  89. New isoflvan-4-oL, dihydrochalcone and chalcone derivatives from Polygonum  lapathifoliam: Ahmed,M., Khaleduzzaman, M., Islam, M.S.  Phytochemistry 29, 2009. (1990)
  90. Antifungal and antibacterial activity of the seed oil of Lawsonia alba: Datta, B.K., Ahmed, M., Banoo, R., Talukder, S.A.  Bangladesh Jour. Microbial.   6(2), 49-55. (1989)
  91. A new steroidal alkaloid with antifertility activity from Marsdenia tinctoria: Chowdhury, A.K.A., Ahmed, M. Sen, B. S. Ind. J. Med. Res. (1989)
  92. Piscicidal property of the dry root of Tepphrosia purpurea (Pers.) on Heteropheustes fossilis(Bloch) and Channapunctatus (Bloch):  Latifa, G.A., Shafi, M., Parvin, S.I., Alam, M.J., Ahmed,M.  Asiatic Soc. Bangladesh X (1), 49-55  (1988)
  93. Columbin: A furanoid diterpene from Eclipta alba (L)Hassk: Ahmed, M., Karim, V. The Dhaka University Studies 3 (2), 145-147 (1988) 
  94. Further rotenoids from Derris elliptica Benth: Ahmed, M., Shireen, K.F., Rashid, M.A., Ameen M.  Planta Medica 55, 207. (1988)
  95. Chalcone derivetives from Polygonum lapathifolium L: Ahmed, M., Khaleduzzaman, M., Rashid, M.A. Phytochemistry 22, 2858-2859 (1988)
  96. Antihypertensive activity of Moringa oleifera, a pharmacoligical study: Ahmed, M., Rashid M.A., Chowdhury, S.A.R., Chowdhury, A.K.A. Bang. Jour. Physiology. & Pharmacol. 2(2),  25 (1988)
  97. Phenylpropane derivatives from Moonia heterophylia: Ahmed, M., Laslie Gunatilaka, A.A. Pharmazie 43, H-5, 372 (1988)
  98. Affect of additives on the toxicities of different Derris root formulation on the Cat fish, Heteropheustes fossilis : Ameen, M., Shireen, K.F., Rahman, P.K., Ahmed, M. The Dhaka University Studies 2 (2), 71-77 (1987)
  99. Primary screening of some herbal products of Bangladesh for antihypertensive activity: Rashid, M.A., Rahman, S., Chowdhury, S.A.R., Chowdhury, A.K.A., Ahmed, M. Neuroscience 3, 2 (1987)
  100. Toxicological study of of Moringa oleifera and glycoside isolated from it on Long Evans rat: Rashid, M.A., Ahmed, M., Hossain, S.M.A., Talukder, S.A., Chowdhury, A.K.A. Chest and Heart Bulletin XI  31-36 (1987)
  101. Persistence of piscicidal effect of ethanol extract of rotenoids from Derris root stored in commonly available containers: Ameen. M., Ahmed, M., Shireen, K.F.,  Mutafa A., Roy, T.K., Rahman,P.K. Bang. Journ. of Fisheries 10(2), 23-29 (1987)
  102. Moringa olifera: A Pharmacological Study: Ahmed, M., Chowdhury S. A. R., Rashid, A.M., Chowdhury, A.K.A Banglasesh Journal of  Physiology and Pharmacology 2(1)  24-27 (1986)
  103. Clinical trial of Moringa oleifera for the treatment of hypertension: Ahmed, M., Hossain, S.M.A., Haque, K.S. M. H. S., Chowdhury, A.K. A., Rashid, M.A.,  Chest and Heart Bulletin 10(1), 1-14  (1986)
  104. Toxicological study of leaves of Moringa olifera and glycoside isolated from it on Long Evan’s rats: Rashid, M.A., Ahmed, M., Hossain, A., Talukder, S.A., Chowdhury, A.K.A. Chest and Heart Bulletin XI (1)  31-46 (1986)
  105. Three kolavane derivatives and 2-angeloyloxy himachanolide from Acritopappus Longifolius: Bohlmann,F., Ahmed, M., Jakupovic, J., King, R. M., Robinson, H. Rev. Latinoamer.Quim. 15, 16-18 (1984)
  106. Bisabolene derivatives and other constituents from Coreopsis species: Bohlmann, F., Ahmed, M., Grenz, M., King, R.M., Robinson, H. Phytochemistry 22, 2858-2859 (1983)
  107. New isobutylamide from Heliopsis spicies: Bohlmann, F., Gerke, T., Ahmed, M., King, R.M., Robinson, H. Leibigs Ann. Chem. 1202-1206 (1983)
  108. New sesquiterpene lactones and other constituents from Schistosrephium Species: Bohlmann, F., Jakupovic, J., Ahmed ,M.,  Schuster , A. Phytochemistry 22, 1623-1636 (1983)
  109. New acetylenic compounds from Bidens graveolens: Bohlmann, F., Ahmed, M., Robinson, H.  Phytochemistry 22, 1281-83 ( 1983)
  110. Methyl dexadeca-6, 8, 12-trien-10-yonate from Chrysocoma tenuifolia: Bohlmann, F., Ahmed, M., King, R.M., Robinson, H. Phytochemistry 22, 2742 (1983)
  111. New dimeric sesquiterpenes,lactones and kolavane derivatives from Gochnatia paniculata: Bohlmann, F., Ahmed, M., Jakupovic, J., King, R.M., Robinson,H.  Phytochemistry 22, 191 (1983)
  112. New caryophellene derivatives from Pulicaria scarba: Bohlmann, F., Ahmed, M., Jakupovic, J. Phytochemistry 21, 1659. (1982)
  113. New eudesmanolides from Calostephane divaricata: Bohlmann, F., Jakupovic, J., Ahmed,  M. Phytochemistry 21, 2027(1982)
  114. New sesquiterpene lactones, Geranyllinalol derivatives & other constituents from Geigeria Species: Bohlmann, F., Zdero, C., Ahmed, M.  Phytochemistry 21, 1669 (1982)
  115. New melampolides from Enydra   fluctuans var. Fluctuans: Bohlmann, F., Ahmed, M., Robinson, H., King, R.M. Phytochemistry 21, 1675 (1982)
  116. Inositol angelates from Inula cappa: Bohlmann, F., Ahmed, M., Jakupovic, J. Phytochemistry 21, 780 (1982)
  117. New labdane & dihydronerolidol derivatives from Brickellia diffusa: Bohlmann, F., Ahmed, M., Jakupovic, J., King, R.M., Robinson, H. Phytochemistry 21, 690 (1982)
  118. Twentyone new diterpenes related to grindelic acid & further constituents from Gridnelia Stricta: Bohlmann, F., Ahmed,M., Borthakur, N., Jakupovic, J., Wallmeyer, M. , Robinson, H. Phytochemistry 21,167 (1982)
  119. New labdane derivatives from Hemizonia species: Bohlmann, F., Ahmed. M., Jakupovic, J., Wallmeyer, M.,  Robinson, H., King, R.M.  Phytochemistry 21, 2083 (1981)
  120. New germacranolide and longipinene derivatives from Eupatoriadelphus purpureus: Bohlmann, F., Ahmed, M., Robinson, H., King, R.M. Phytochemistry 20, 2027 (1981)
  121. A New labdane & eudesmane derivatives from Ageratum fastigeatum: Bohlmann, F., Ahmed,M., King, R.M., Robinson, H. Phytochemistry 20, 1434 (1981)
  122. A new petasol derivative from Hoehnephytum imbricatum: Bohlmann, F., Ahmed, M., Robinson, H., King, R.M. Phytochemistry 20, 1157(1981)
  123. New germacranolides & diterpenes from   Scariosa species: Bohlmann, F., Jakupovic, J., Ahmed, Muniruddin, Grenz, M., Robinson, H., King, R.M. Phytochemistry 20,113 (1981)
  124. New sesquiterpenes from Kleinia Species: Bohlmann, F., Ahmed,M., Jakupovic, J, Jeffrey, C. Phytochemistry 20, 251 (1981)
  125. New kolavane derivatives from Liatris  Scariosa: Bohlmann, F., Ahmed, M., Robinson, H., King, R.M. Phytochemistry 20, 1439 (1981)
  126. New eudesmane derivatives form Verbesina species: Bohlmann, F, Grenz, M., Gupta, R.K., Dhar, A.K., Ahmed, M., Robinson, H. Phytochemistry 16, 2391(1980)
  127. New thymol derivatives from Doronicum hungaricum: Bohlmann, F., Dhar, A.K., Ahmed , M.  Phytochemistry  19, 1850 (1980),
  128. Studies on the hypoglycemic activity of the plant Andographis paniculata, on blood sugar level of rats: Ahmed, M., Talukder, S.A. Bang. Pharm.Journal  6(2), 21(1977)
  129. Additives and their Hazards: Ahmed, M. Bang. Pharm. Journal 6 (1), 5 (1977)

 

 

Books:

 

  1. OSHUD SAMPORKE SACHETON HOUN (2008)

(Beware of medicines)

  1. SHASTHAY SURAKHKHAY JATNABAN HOUN (2009)

(Take care of your health)

  1. INGO - MARKIN HOTTAJOGGO AND MEDIA SHANTRSH (2010)

(Anglo-American wars and media terror)

  1. SAB ROGE OUSHUDHER PROYOJON NEI (2011)

(No pill for every ill) 

  1. SAB OUSHUD NIRAPOD NOY (2013)

(Medicines are not always safe)

  1. OSHUDHER APOBEBOHAR O ANTIBIOTIC RESISTANCE(2015)

(Misuse of drugs and antibiotic resistance)

  1. ROG PROTIRODH KORUN O SUSTHO THAKUN (2016)

(Prevent ills, avoid pills)

  1. DESHCITRO (2018)

(Vignettes)

  1. APONAR SASTHYO APONAR HATE(2018)

(Your health is your wealth))

 

 

  1. Studies on the Drug Utilization and Cost Efficiency of Health Facilities in Bangladesh
  2. Bioactivity Guided Isolation, Purification, Characterization and Pharmacological Screening of Natural Products from Medicinal Plants
  3. Penetration pattern of steroid drugs like dexamethasone in reconstructed human skins by using Scanning Transmission X-ray Microscopy and HPLC-MS/MS

I isolated, purified and elucidated structures of about 150 new compounds from different medicinal plants widely used in Bangladesh. Some of the new compounds have shown potent analgesic, antiinflammatory and diuretic activities. A few of the new compounds are under advanced investigations for their pharmacological activities.

Alexander von Humboldt Foundation Renewed Stay Invitation Fellowship

         Institute of Pharmacy, Free University Berlin

         (April 1, 2016 – May 31, 2016)

         Alexander von Humboldt Foundation Follow up Fellowship
         Institute of Pharmacy, Free University Berlin
         (July 15, 2003 - January 14, 2004)

         Japan Society for Promotion of Sciences (JSPS) Fellowship
         Chiba University, Japan (December 01, 1997 – March 05, 1998)

         Alexander von Humboldt Foundation Post Doctorate Fellowship
         Institute of Organic Chemistry, Technical University Berlin, Germany
         (July 01, 1989 - January 30, 1991)

         DAAD Senior Fellowship
         Institute of Organic Chemistry, Technical University Berlin, Germany
        (September 01, 1987 - November 30, 1987)

         DAAD Scholarship
         Institute of Organic Chemistry, Technical University Berlin, Germany
         (June 01, 1979 - March 30, 1983)

i)                  AWARDS

       .Bangladesh Academy of Sciences Gold Medal for outstanding contributions in research                         
        in Biological Sciences (Senior Group) (2007)

       Hakim Habibur Rahman Foundation Gold Medal for outstanding contributions in                         
       research (2001)

     . A.R.Chowdhury Memorial Foundation Gold Medal for outstanding research                                          
       contribution (1987)

      University Grants Commission Prize for outstanding research contribution (1991)

       Department of Pharmacy, JN University Crest of Honor for outstanding research    
       contribution (1991)

        University of Dhaka Award for securing First Class First position in Bachelor of        
        Pharmacy Examinations (1972)

        University of Dhaka Award for securing First Class First position in Master of     
         Pharmacy Examinations (1973)

        Comilla Board Talent Pool Scholarship (1965)

 

Vice President
Pharmacy Council of Bangladesh (March 1999 – March 2003)

Convener
Accreditation and Education Committee, Pharmacy Council of Bangladesh
(March 1999 – March 2003)

Convener
Services Committee, Pharmacy Council of Bangladesh (March 1999 – March 2003)

President
Bangladesh Pharmaceutical Society
(May 1997 – May 2003)

General Secretary
Bangladesh Pharmaceutical Society (June 1988 - April 1989)

President
Pharmacy Graduates’ Association, Bangladesh (February 1987 - May1989)

i). Teaching positions at the Faculty of Pharmacy, DU

 

Selection Grade Professor
Department of Pharmacy, University of Dhaka (Since February 4, 2000- June 30, 2019)

Professor
Department of Pharmacy, University of Dhaka (March 12, 1992-February 03, 2000)

Associate Professor
Department of Pharmacy, University of Dhaka (December 17, 1986 - March 11, 1992)

Assistant Professor
Department of Pharmacy, University of Dhaka (August 03, 1983 - December 16, 1986)

Lecturer
Department of Pharmacy, University of Dhaka (February 04, 1976 - August 02, 1983)

 

ii) Administrative Positions AT THE University of Dhaka

Chairman
Department of Pharmacy, University of Dhaka, Dhaka 1000, Bangladesh
(April 26, 1986 - May 10, 1989)

Chairman
Department of Clinical Pharmacy & Pharmacology, Dhaka University, Dhaka 1000, Bangladesh (April 26, 2003 – April 19, 2007)

Dean
Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Dhaka, Dhaka 1000, Bangladesh (September 30, 1996 - September 30, 1999)

Student Adviser
Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Dhaka (January 1993 - June 1999)

House Tutor
Shahidullah Hall, University of Dhaka (August 1983 - June 1989)

Director
Centre for Advanced Research & Development in Science & Technology, University of Dhaka, Dhaka 1000, Bangladesh (August 2000 – June 2003)

Convenor

Research Coordination Committee, Pilot Plant Research Laboratory

Centre for Advanced Research in Sciences

University of Dhaka

Member
Consultative Committee, Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of Bangladesh (August 1997 – December 2000)

 

iii). POSITIONS HELD AT EAST WEST UNIVERSITY 

 

Advisor and Acting Chairperson
Department of Pharmacy, East West University, Dhaka 1212,                               
Bangladesh (May11, 2008 – December 30, 2008)

 

Chairperson
Department of Pharmacy, East West University, Dhaka 1212, Bangladesh 
(January 1, 2009 – May 10, 2009)

 

Pro Vice Chancellor

East West University (May 11, 2009 – May 10, 2013)

 

Vice Chancellor (In Charge) (26 April 2011- October 1, 2011)

East West University

 

Advisor

Department of Pharmacy, East West University (May 15, 2013- June 16, 2015)

 

 iv)  POSITIONS HELD AT DAFFODIL INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY 

 

Professor

Department of Pharmacy, Daffodil International University(Since July 01, 2019)