Sushmita Karmokar
Aspiring PhD researcher in Public Health
Turning curiosity into careful research.
A quick picture of who I am and what I bring to a research group.
My story
My academic background helped me to be an independent Public Health Research through structured coursework, along with extensive laboratory work and projects.
I worked with different population groups to assess their nutritional, physical and mental health status. During my post-graduation study, I worked with university food to evaluate microbial load, and their antibiotic resistance and also identify bacteria through 16S rDNA sequencing.
Additionally, I was involved in different research projects to determine nutritional and phyto-chemical properties of food. These kinds of research experiences helped me to build a strong foundation in both Food Technology and Public Health.
What I’m looking for
- Fully funded PhD, Fall 2027
- A group working on public health Nutrition or Food Science Or Food Microbiology
- Strong methods training and mentorship
- Open to relocating internationally
Projects that shaped my research
Determination of Nutritional Components and Antioxidant Activity in Selected Varieties of Tomatoes (Solanum lycopersicum) from Different Cultivars
– Different chemical methods (DPPH Radical Scavenging Assay, Folin–Ciocalteu colorimetric method, aluminum chloride colorimetric assay, Kjeldahl Method) were used to complete the study.
Knowledge, Attitude and Practice regarding Iron-Deficiency Anemia (IDA) among adolescent girls in Noakhali region, Bangladesh
– Analyzed data using SPSS and Chi-square tests, finding a 52.6% prevalence of anemia among 152 adolescent girls.
Assessment of physical, mental health and nutritional status of elderly population in Bangladesh
– Mini Nutritional Assessment Questionnaire, Geriatric Depression Scale (GDS), Tinetti Performance Oriented Mobility Assessment (POMA) scale, Activities of daily living scale (Katz scale), Lawton-Brody Instrumental Activities of Daily Living Scale and Anthropometric Data were used as tools
– Analyzed data using SPSS software version 23.0 and performed Chi-square test, multinomial regression analysis and ANOVA test to analyze data
Education & experience
Education
M.Sc. in Food Safety and Public Health Nutrition
Noakhali Science and Technology University, Bangladesh
Thesis: 16S rDNA Gene Sequence Based Identification of Antibiotic Resistant Bacteria in Canteen Food of Noakhali Science and Technology University (NSTU) · CGPA 3.96/4.00 · 3rd
B.Sc. in Food Technology and Nutrition Science
Noakhali Science and Technology University, Bangladesh
Thesis: Assessment of Nutritional and Health (physical and mental) Status of Elderly Population in Bangladesh · CGPA 3.68/4.00 · 2nd
Experience
Qualitative Data Analyst
United Purpose, Bangladesh
- Cleaning, translation & organization of collected data of the surveys going on at times.
- Research Data arrangement & assisting in its analysis.
- Generating findings and assisting on reports generation.
Intern Instructor
Youth School of Health and Hygiene, Bangladesh
- To disseminate nutritional knowledge using online platforms and social media especially, LinkedIn and Facebook
- Conduct online live session
Industrial Trainee (Internship)
Globe Soft Drinks & Globe Biscuits & Dairy Milk Ltd.
- Monitored production procedure, and quality control of Biscuit and Bakery, Culinary, Snacks & Sugar Confectionery.
- Observed production procedure, and quality control of soft drinks.
Research Assistant
Youth Research Association, Bangladesh
- Assisted in conducting the study Physical inactivity and sedentary behaviors in the Bangladeshi population during
the COVID-19 pandemic: An online cross-sectional survey.
Nutrition Action Week 2019
UNICEF Bangladesh
- Real time monitoring of screening process by using ODK Collect software.
- Trained volunteers on Vitamin A supplementation and screening for nutritional status of under five children.
Selected work
Peer-reviewed papers and conference contributions. The complete list is on my Google Scholar profile.
Depression and Behavioral Changes Associated with Social Media Dependency During COVID-19 Pandemic Among University Students in Bangladesh: A Cross- Sectional Study
Characterization of phytochemicals and determination of antioxidant, antimicrobial and cytotoxic properties of the medicinal plant Ardisia solanacea
Achievements & involvement
Awards, community work and professional learning that shaped me as a researcher beyond the classroom.
NST Fellowship
National Science and Technology (NST) Fellowship.
Best Poster Presentation
1st position at the 2nd National Food Technology and Nutrition Science Scientific Seminar.
University Merit Scholarship
Awarded for excellent academic results.
National Board Scholarship
Awarded for results in the Secondary School Certificate (SSC) examination.
Technical Volunteer
Supported the national Vitamin A Campaign 2020.
District Volunteer
Helped build a Community Information Hub during the COVID-19 pandemic, so people could get reliable information.
Event Organizer
National Nutrition Week 2019, Pohela Boishakh 2019, Intra-department Chess Tournament 2020, Food Day 2020, farewell programs and more.
International CME in Diabetic Kidney Disease and Renal Transplantation 2019
International Webinar on “Food and Mood”
Three-Day Online Workshop on “Renal Nutrition”
Methods & skills
Research methods
Proximate Analysis DPPH Assay
Folin–Ciocalteu AssayKjeldahl MethodUV-Vis Spectrophotometry PCR 16S rDNA Gene Sequencing Agar Disk-Diffusion Test Gel Electrophoresis
Software & tools
SPSS STATA
Microsoft Excel
ENA
EndNote
Mendeley
ODK Collect
Communication
Looking for a motivated PhD student?
If my background fits your group, I would love to hear from you. My CV, transcripts and writing samples are ready to share.