January 19, 2024

Name
Rahamat Ullah Tanvir

Area of Study
Civil and Environmental Engineering, Ph.D.

Faculty Advisor
Zhiqiang Hu

Where did you complete undergraduate studies and additional graduate studies? 
Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET) 

Why did you choose Mizzou for your graduate program? 
Advisor and topic of study. 

Tell us about your graduate research. What are some potential outcomes? 
In broad terms, I am working on valuable bio-materials & nutrient recovery from organic waste and wastewater through anaerobic digestion. Some potential outcomes include, but not limited to, the recovery of highly valuable resources, reduction of greenhouse gas emission, and attaining circular bioeconomy. 

What are some accomplishments you’ve achieved at Mizzou that you’re especially proud of?  
I have been awarded the G. Ellsworth Huggins Fellowship, Paul Kufrin Memorial Scholarship and the Best Ph.D. Student Award. I also published a few peer-reviewed journal articles, conference proceedings and book chapters from my research work. I was awarded the Best Presentation Award at the Mid-American Environmental Engineering Conference in 2021. 

What do you hope to do after you complete your degree? 
I would like to build a career in cutting-edge research, preferably with the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). 

What would you tell others considering Mizzou Engineering for graduate school?  
I would highly encourage them to choose Mizzou Engineering for graduate school. It has all the elements to prepare graduate students to take on critical problems they may face in their future career endeavors.