Ramisa Anjum

Ramisa Anjum

Assistant Professor, Department of Pharmacy

Dedicated educator and researcher with expertise in phytochemistry, infectious diseases, mental health, public health, and pharmaceutical microbiology, driving impactful research and teaching.

ramisa@uap-bd.edu
+880-2-58157091-4
5+
Years Experience
15
Publications
M.Pharm
Qualification
Asst. Prof
Current Role

Education

Master of Science in Pharmaceutical Technology (M.Pharm)

University of Asia Pacific, Dhaka, Bangladesh

Specialized in pharmaceutical technology, 2019.

Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm)

University of Asia Pacific, Dhaka, Bangladesh

Comprehensive training in pharmaceutical sciences, 2018.

Professional Experience

Assistant Professor

Department of Pharmacy, University of Asia Pacific, Dhaka, Bangladesh

January 2025 – Present

Leading courses in pharmaceutical sciences and mentoring student research projects.

Lecturer

University of Asia Pacific, Dhaka, Bangladesh

July 2020 – January 2025

Taught undergraduate courses and supervised laboratory sessions in pharmaceutical sciences.

Teaching Assistant

University of Asia Pacific, Dhaka, Bangladesh

November 2019 – July 2020

Assisted in teaching and laboratory instruction for pharmacy courses.

Research Interests

Phytochemistry

Investigating bioactive compounds from natural sources.

Infectious Disease

Studying pathogens and strategies for disease control.

Mental Health

Exploring pharmacological interventions for mental health disorders.

Public Health

Addressing community health through epidemiological research.

Pharmaceutical Microbiology

Studying microbial interactions in pharmaceutical contexts.

Selected Publications

Hamid, M. K. I., Hasneen, S., & Anjum, R. The rise of human metapneumovirus: insights into regional and global trends, and public health strategies.

Anjum, R., Khan, S. R., Siddiqui, U. A., & Dewan, S. M. R. The emergence of Avian Influenza A(H9N2) in Vietnam requires an urgent call for vigilance and preparedness. Infektsionnye bolezni: novosti, mneniya, obuchenie, 14(1), 108–111, 2025. DOI: 10.33029/2305-3496-2025-14-1-108-111.

Tahiti, S. N., Hasan, A. N., Akter, S., Anjum, R., Akanda, M. K. M., Khuku, A. A., ... & Noor, S. (2024). Trends in Phytochemical Research (TPR).

Anjum, R., Nodi, N. H., Das, P. R., Roknuzzaman, A. S. M., Sarker, R., & Islam, M. R. (2024). Exploring the association between online gaming addiction and academic performance among the school-going adolescents in Bangladesh: A cross-sectional study. Health Science Reports, 7(9), e70043.

Anjum, R., Hasan, A. H. M. N., Hawa, M. A., Rahman, M. N., Akanda, M. K. M., Wahed, T. B., ... & Islam, M. R. (2024). Characterization of pharmacological properties and isolation of two bioactive compounds (ursolic acid and palmitoleic acid) from the stem bark extract of Lannea coromandelica. Trends in Phytochemical Research, 8(2).

Anjum, R., Haque, M. A., Akter, R., & Islam, M. R. (2024). Beyond polio: Exploring non-polio enteroviruses, global health preparedness, and the “Disease X” paradigm. Health Science Reports, 7(6), e2147.

Anjum, R. (2024). Lessons for the world: Rabies resurgence in rabies-free Timor-Leste and the urgent actions needed for prevention measures. Romanian Journal of Infectious Diseases, 27(1).

Mehnaz, S., Anjum, R., Mithila, F. R., Dewan, S. M. R., & Islam, M. R. (2024). The Current Pathogenicity and Potential Risk Assessment of Nipah Virus as Potential Cause of “Disease X”: A Narrative Review. Health Science Reports, 7(12), e70241.

Mawa, J., Anjum, R. (2024). First human death case of avian influenza A(H5N2) in Mexico requires urgent actions and global preparedness. Romanian Journal of Infectious Diseases, 23(3).

Reza, S., Anjum, R., Khandoker, R. Z., Khan, S. R., Islam, M. R., & Dewan, S. M. R. (2024). Public health concern-driven insights and response of low-and middle-income nations to the World Health Organization call for cervical cancer risk eradication. Gynecologic Oncology Reports, 54, 101460.

Yesmin, F., Nasim, R., Anjum, R., & Dewan, S. M. (2024). Epidemiological challenges in Dengue outbreak: DENV-5 emergence and public health strategies. International Journal of Surgery Open, 62(1), 70-71.

Shoukhin, M. M. U. R., Anjum, R., & Dewan, S. M. R. (2024). Epidemiological challenges and opportunities: strengthening healthcare resilience against flurona in low-income and middle-income countries. International Journal of Surgery Open, 62(1), 68-69.

Rabiul Islam, M., Nasreen, W., Anjum, R., Shahriar, M., Roy, A., Dhama, K., & Ahmed Bhuiyan, M. (2022). Characteristics of the SARS-CoV-2 Omicron (B.1.1.529) variant and emerging impact on global public health. Clinical Pathology, 15, 2632010X221124908.

Islam, M. R., Apu, M. M. H., Akter, R., Tultul, P. S., Anjum, R., Nahar, Z., ... & Bhuiyan, M. A. (2023). Internet addiction and loneliness among school-going adolescents in Bangladesh in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic: Findings from a cross-sectional study. Heliyon, 9(2).

Islam, M. R., Tushar, M. I., Tultul, P. S., Akter, R., Sohan, M., Anjum, R., ... & Bhuiyan, M. A. (2023). Problematic internet use and depressive symptoms among the school-going adolescents in Bangladesh during the COVID-19 pandemic: A cross-sectional study findings. Health Science Reports, 6(1), e1008.

Professional Affiliations

Academic Teaching

Courses taught:

  • Pharmaceutical Microbiology (Pharm 229)
  • Pharmaceutical Biotechnology (Pharm 453)
  • Organic Pharmacy (Pharm 113)
  • Pharmaceutical Management (Pharm 305)
  • Pharmacology I (Pharm 261)
  • Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (Pharm 217)

Laboratory Instruction

Courses instructed:

  • Pharmaceutical Microbiology I (Pharm 220)
  • Pharmaceutical Microbiology II (Pharm 230)
  • Physical Pharmacy I (Pharm 116)
  • Pharmaceutical Technology (Pharm 442)

Leadership and Committee Involvement

  • Convenor, Pharma Cultural Club, University of Asia Pacific (2020–Present)
  • Member, Central Complaint Committee, University of Asia Pacific (2022–January 2025)
  • Convenor, Seminar Organizing Committee, University of Asia Pacific (2020–Present)
  • Member, Meeting Minutes Committee, University of Asia Pacific
  • Convenor, Publication, News, and Bulletin Committee, University of Asia Pacific (2020–Present)
  • Member, Routine Committee, Department of Pharmacy, University of Asia Pacific (2020–2025)

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