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Submission Number: 444
Submission ID: 1578
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Created: Tue, 03/11/2025 - 00:39
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Md. Jahidul Islam
Nayeem
N/A
Cumilla
Chittagong
Bangladesh
3521
Aerospace Engineering
English
Examining the World Through Engineering: My Journey With Innovation and Travel
Engineering is about blueprints and calculations, but for me, it is more about understanding the world, its people, the relationships, and even technology that would go in shaping their lives. THIS technology links a booming city to tiny remote villages and integrates technological advancement in everyday life.
My journey into this realization started in the middle of Bangladesh, where the smell of hot fresh fried samosas, singers, in the air, and the bells from passing rickshaws create a unique kind of harmony. I can distinctly remember my first time witnessing the stark gap between ground-breaking technological innovations and the realities of people being left behind in the furious race to modernize and develop. Amid these realizations, I began forming a new mission, one that not only involves me studying engineering, but being able to utilize it for something more powerful.
The first time that I had a taste of engineering's greatest impact was while working on molecular tests and analyzing pathogenic fragments in the laboratories of sentinel sites with the World Health Organization within the Child Health Research Foundation. Those cold white walls didn’t just encapsulate a room full of sterile emotionless laboratory, they were home to one of the most important places in which science was happening. In the ordinary reality of conducting disease surveillance for potentially saving thousands of lives, out of the lab, there was a different emerging story around me that was speaking for all.
Parents waited outside packed medical facilities, their kids waiting in fragile states. I understood at this moment that engineering was never meant to be about inventing new ideas for the sake of doing so; rather, it is aimed at developing solutions that can make a difference by being affordable and accessible.
This understanding travelled with me as I left the borders of Bangladesh and journeyed into newer worlds that resonated with progress but in different dialects. Istanbul was the city of contradictions for me - the modern Marmaray trains connecting Asia and Europe were very much in operation, while ancient mosques were unbothered by the changes around. I could envision the infrastructure marvel while I took a stroll through the Grand Bazaar and later on the banks of the Bosphorus. While participating in the Istanbul International Model United Nations, we had debates on the building of smart cities and sustainable infrastructure and how technology can help create breathtaking cities that honor history while aiding progress.
However, the single most enlightening experience came just a month ago when I visited India for a class. Going to India was like walking into a masterpiece where old heritage and the modern world left room for constant interaction.
From the breathtaking glass-strewn skyscrapers of Bengaluru, India’s Silicon Valley, to the legendary Victoria Memorial in Kolkata, I saw the country’s incredible growth in technology intricately attached with history and culture.
While I was there, I remember the academic work I carried out about cutting edge technologies, having conversations about their implications with people who, just like me, regarded engineering as the means to ameliorate the world. I went to the institutions that had students and researchers looking at AI enabled farming methods to increase productivity, and I witnessed first-hand how India is meeting the challenges posed by climate change through renewable energy. This experience further strengthened my conviction that engineering goes beyond building things—it is a way of problem solving and providing solutions through innovation and creativity.
Aside from everything that I have mentioned, I envision traveling to Japan where modernity fuses seamlessly with tradition. I wish to experience the speed at which Tokyo’s Shinkansen trains travel and try to comprehend how there is not a split second wasted while these trains glide at great speeds. I wish to stroll through the workshops and laboratories that are considered the new frontier of what was once regarded as science fiction, where computers are integrated into the very heart of robotics and artificial intelligence is not only an idea, but a partner assisting mankind.
Above all, I want to delve into Japan's earthquake-resistant architecture, understanding how engineering endeavors to create safety amidst uncontrollable forces.
I, for one, do not view the Global Engineering RAP as a mere project; rather, it is a culmination of my travels, captures the essence of the education I have received, and is a mark of the world I wish to leave behind. My experiences have made it abundantly clear that engineering is not a one-man show; it is one of the few fields that not only encourages but also craves interdisciplinary collaboration and fusion of ideas. I want to be at the intersection of cultures and technologies and work with people who are equally passionate as I am, who understand that engineering is not just about fixing issues, but determining how we will live in the future.
Engineering is about blueprints and calculations, but for me, it is more about understanding the world, its people, the relationships, and even technology that would go in shaping their lives. THIS technology links a booming city to tiny remote villages and integrates technological advancement in everyday life.
My journey into this realization started in the middle of Bangladesh, where the smell of hot fresh fried samosas, singers, in the air, and the bells from passing rickshaws create a unique kind of harmony. I can distinctly remember my first time witnessing the stark gap between ground-breaking technological innovations and the realities of people being left behind in the furious race to modernize and develop. Amid these realizations, I began forming a new mission, one that not only involves me studying engineering, but being able to utilize it for something more powerful.
The first time that I had a taste of engineering's greatest impact was while working on molecular tests and analyzing pathogenic fragments in the laboratories of sentinel sites with the World Health Organization within the Child Health Research Foundation. Those cold white walls didn’t just encapsulate a room full of sterile emotionless laboratory, they were home to one of the most important places in which science was happening. In the ordinary reality of conducting disease surveillance for potentially saving thousands of lives, out of the lab, there was a different emerging story around me that was speaking for all.
Parents waited outside packed medical facilities, their kids waiting in fragile states. I understood at this moment that engineering was never meant to be about inventing new ideas for the sake of doing so; rather, it is aimed at developing solutions that can make a difference by being affordable and accessible.
This understanding travelled with me as I left the borders of Bangladesh and journeyed into newer worlds that resonated with progress but in different dialects. Istanbul was the city of contradictions for me - the modern Marmaray trains connecting Asia and Europe were very much in operation, while ancient mosques were unbothered by the changes around. I could envision the infrastructure marvel while I took a stroll through the Grand Bazaar and later on the banks of the Bosphorus. While participating in the Istanbul International Model United Nations, we had debates on the building of smart cities and sustainable infrastructure and how technology can help create breathtaking cities that honor history while aiding progress.
However, the single most enlightening experience came just a month ago when I visited India for a class. Going to India was like walking into a masterpiece where old heritage and the modern world left room for constant interaction.
From the breathtaking glass-strewn skyscrapers of Bengaluru, India’s Silicon Valley, to the legendary Victoria Memorial in Kolkata, I saw the country’s incredible growth in technology intricately attached with history and culture.
While I was there, I remember the academic work I carried out about cutting edge technologies, having conversations about their implications with people who, just like me, regarded engineering as the means to ameliorate the world. I went to the institutions that had students and researchers looking at AI enabled farming methods to increase productivity, and I witnessed first-hand how India is meeting the challenges posed by climate change through renewable energy. This experience further strengthened my conviction that engineering goes beyond building things—it is a way of problem solving and providing solutions through innovation and creativity.
Aside from everything that I have mentioned, I envision traveling to Japan where modernity fuses seamlessly with tradition. I wish to experience the speed at which Tokyo’s Shinkansen trains travel and try to comprehend how there is not a split second wasted while these trains glide at great speeds. I wish to stroll through the workshops and laboratories that are considered the new frontier of what was once regarded as science fiction, where computers are integrated into the very heart of robotics and artificial intelligence is not only an idea, but a partner assisting mankind.
Above all, I want to delve into Japan's earthquake-resistant architecture, understanding how engineering endeavors to create safety amidst uncontrollable forces.
I, for one, do not view the Global Engineering RAP as a mere project; rather, it is a culmination of my travels, captures the essence of the education I have received, and is a mark of the world I wish to leave behind. My experiences have made it abundantly clear that engineering is not a one-man show; it is one of the few fields that not only encourages but also craves interdisciplinary collaboration and fusion of ideas. I want to be at the intersection of cultures and technologies and work with people who are equally passionate as I am, who understand that engineering is not just about fixing issues, but determining how we will live in the future.
The Journey from Bangladesh to Sky: A Passion for Aerospace Engineering
Living in Bangladesh was a true example of the clash between wanting something and not being able to achieve it. Since the country lacks abundant engineering resources, every advancement feels like a struggle. My interest in aerospace engineering came about when I was the head of Team Atlas, a robotics team that I managed to get to national and international competitions. I learnt that engineering is not just about giving solutions; it is about teamwork, determination, and going beyond the limits of what people perceive to be possible.
This understanding was further enhanced when I worked at North South University as a research intern where I was tasked with coming up with machine learning algorithms for detecting breast cancer.
This may not sound related to aerospace, but it is interesting how AI is transforming entire fields, including medical imaging and the navigation of autonomous aircraft. The algorithms I worked on had an engineering stamp to them and were built, like a nature-inspired bird song, as aerospace engineers seek the aid of birds to construct aircraft. My exposure to WHO sentinel site laboratories at the Child Health Research Foundation exposed me more to the concept of engineering as a science. In the same way that viral surveillance measures aid the anticipation of an epidemic, engineers tend to aircraft as aerospace engineers predictively model their safety and the ideal flight route for them to take.
The world as a classroom: global experiences to learn from
While Bangladesh served as the base to my engineering curiosity, it was my travels abroad that sculptured the vision like my trip to India a month ago. I stepped into a fold where the ancient and the modern collide harmoniously. From witnessing AI navigation satellite-eared space portals to Bangalore, the Silicon Valley of India, I could hear the AI and satellite-powered Bangalore space port navigation harness shotgun to the Indian subcontinent space with awe. During a tour of institutions, I encountered students working on drone swarms for disaster relief and I thought, why don’t we leverage engineering for humanitarian purposes?
During the Istanbul International Model UN, I participated in debates about smart cities and green transport in Turkey's biggest city, Istanbul.
Bearing witness to the point where continents switch, the Bosphorus, I thought deeply as to how aerospace engineering is an example for the world to see collaboration at its finest. From space missions to ensuring safety in commercial aviation, the world as a unit plays an integral role. Just like Istanbul forms a bridge between Europe and Asia, aerospace engineering does the same to countries unlike any other industry.
Simultaneously, I looked at the digital gap in education while working with ACS Academy, which developed educational technology for over half a million students. My realization was clear, the future of aerospace is not just dependent on advanced research but having a global reach in STEM education. The next gifted aerospace engineer could be a kid living in a remote town, and is looking for a chance to aspire.
The Global Future of Aerospace Engineering
In the future, I envision myself making use of technology when it comes to space exploration and aviation safety. The goal is to create AI-based flight operating systems which can identify incident possibilities and take preventative measures. It is also my wish to delve into the realm of hypersonic propulsion and learn from the abundance of skilled engineers in Japan, the US, and Germany who are redefining aerodynamic boundaries.
My interests lie in the sustainable side of aviation, particularly in understanding how green energy technology is implemented under the Bangladesh Youth Environmental Initiative.
Aerospace engineering is highly interdependent. Each space mission is a collective effort: NASA’s Artemis program includes service modules constructed in Europe, and the International Space Station is an example of the global scientific collaboration. The most important lesson from globalization is that ideas are created at the junction of varying cultures, backgrounds, and experiences.
To me, engineering is more than designing machines; it has a social dimension, in that it constructs relationships with people. It is about the merging of countries, branches of knowledge, or concepts. The sky does not mark the boundaries; it is simply the start of a journey that all of us share.
Living in Bangladesh was a true example of the clash between wanting something and not being able to achieve it. Since the country lacks abundant engineering resources, every advancement feels like a struggle. My interest in aerospace engineering came about when I was the head of Team Atlas, a robotics team that I managed to get to national and international competitions. I learnt that engineering is not just about giving solutions; it is about teamwork, determination, and going beyond the limits of what people perceive to be possible.
This understanding was further enhanced when I worked at North South University as a research intern where I was tasked with coming up with machine learning algorithms for detecting breast cancer.
This may not sound related to aerospace, but it is interesting how AI is transforming entire fields, including medical imaging and the navigation of autonomous aircraft. The algorithms I worked on had an engineering stamp to them and were built, like a nature-inspired bird song, as aerospace engineers seek the aid of birds to construct aircraft. My exposure to WHO sentinel site laboratories at the Child Health Research Foundation exposed me more to the concept of engineering as a science. In the same way that viral surveillance measures aid the anticipation of an epidemic, engineers tend to aircraft as aerospace engineers predictively model their safety and the ideal flight route for them to take.
The world as a classroom: global experiences to learn from
While Bangladesh served as the base to my engineering curiosity, it was my travels abroad that sculptured the vision like my trip to India a month ago. I stepped into a fold where the ancient and the modern collide harmoniously. From witnessing AI navigation satellite-eared space portals to Bangalore, the Silicon Valley of India, I could hear the AI and satellite-powered Bangalore space port navigation harness shotgun to the Indian subcontinent space with awe. During a tour of institutions, I encountered students working on drone swarms for disaster relief and I thought, why don’t we leverage engineering for humanitarian purposes?
During the Istanbul International Model UN, I participated in debates about smart cities and green transport in Turkey's biggest city, Istanbul.
Bearing witness to the point where continents switch, the Bosphorus, I thought deeply as to how aerospace engineering is an example for the world to see collaboration at its finest. From space missions to ensuring safety in commercial aviation, the world as a unit plays an integral role. Just like Istanbul forms a bridge between Europe and Asia, aerospace engineering does the same to countries unlike any other industry.
Simultaneously, I looked at the digital gap in education while working with ACS Academy, which developed educational technology for over half a million students. My realization was clear, the future of aerospace is not just dependent on advanced research but having a global reach in STEM education. The next gifted aerospace engineer could be a kid living in a remote town, and is looking for a chance to aspire.
The Global Future of Aerospace Engineering
In the future, I envision myself making use of technology when it comes to space exploration and aviation safety. The goal is to create AI-based flight operating systems which can identify incident possibilities and take preventative measures. It is also my wish to delve into the realm of hypersonic propulsion and learn from the abundance of skilled engineers in Japan, the US, and Germany who are redefining aerodynamic boundaries.
My interests lie in the sustainable side of aviation, particularly in understanding how green energy technology is implemented under the Bangladesh Youth Environmental Initiative.
Aerospace engineering is highly interdependent. Each space mission is a collective effort: NASA’s Artemis program includes service modules constructed in Europe, and the International Space Station is an example of the global scientific collaboration. The most important lesson from globalization is that ideas are created at the junction of varying cultures, backgrounds, and experiences.
To me, engineering is more than designing machines; it has a social dimension, in that it constructs relationships with people. It is about the merging of countries, branches of knowledge, or concepts. The sky does not mark the boundaries; it is simply the start of a journey that all of us share.
Sustainable Development: My Educational Biography for the Global Engineering RAP at CU Boulder
As I understand it, engineering stems from the need to connect two separate but related realities, say electrical circuits and mathematical equations, concepts, geographies, and society, and culture. The combination of these disciplines is precisely what has guided my education and professional endeavors as a future aerospace engineer. I have been passionate about how engineering is utilized beyond borders.
Throughout my research at the WHO sentinel site labs, where I performed molecular pathology analysis on various pathogens, to overseeing Team Atlas during robotics competitions, I learned that engineering is more than providing solutions—there is a world to be understood. The Global Engineering RAP at CU Boulder is an example of how I can engage with a community where engineering and centered perspectives are part of a greater whole, community, and interdisciplinary as it offers a holistic approach that is essential to the world.
A Community That Will Shape Me as an Engineer and a Person
As a person who has done machine learning research for breast cancer detection at North South University and interested in the convergence of artificial intelligence and aerospace, I strongly believe that the best engineers are those who work with students to solve real-world challenges. The RAP’s focus on interdisciplinary and global issues is what I am after. I can only imagine how much I will learn jointly with students conscious of the world around them and actively talking about ways to solve sustainable development problems, creation of smart cities, and working on international issues, will change the perception and approach to aerospace engineering, which will hopefully improve the perception of the field.
The positive learning community of RAP creates room beyond academics where I will meet and collaborate with other engineering students and practitioners to address challenges that face the world.
Having engaged with international academic services in India, Istanbul, and Bangladesh, I can say that some of the most valuable lessons come from interactions with people from varied backgrounds. I await with curiosity the late night brainstorming ideas, practical work, and the deliberating arguments that would make me a global thinker, a bold innovator, and an active doer.
How I will Contribute to the Community
While the Global Engineering RAP is going to work on me, I also wish to bring to this vibrant community my particular life experiences and perspective. My life story as a leader, researcher and a STEM education advocate tells me that engineering is not about self-achievement; it is about altruism.
Engineering and Philanthropy: As the Chairperson for Durnibar Foundation, I have spearheaded several initiatives that collected over $7,000 towards developing underprivileged communities and organized sustainability projects. I hope to extend this attitude to the RAP and lead dialogues on the role of an engineer in creating technologies that foster innovation and serve humanity.
Aerospace and AI Enthusiast: My work in artificial intelligence, robotics, and aerospace engineering has exposed me to the impact of AI in aviation and space travel.
I would be excited to create workshops or discussion groups where students are able to learn how flight systems, satellite technology, and autonomous navigation AI are integrated into everyday life.
Promoting A Collaborative Culture: In my role as Executive Advisor and Chief Technical Officer of Team Atlas, I have guided young engineers and managed robotics teams participating in national tournaments. I intend to carry this mentorship culture to RAP through formation of study circles, joint design projects, and motivating new students to take part in interdisciplinary research.
Recognizing Global Views: My travels in India, Turkey, and Bangladesh for professional and cultural purposes make me acknowledge the need for different viewpoints on engineering. I wish I could arrange international exposure meetings where students would tell how different countries tackle the world of engineering and cover it with a global approach.
A Toolbox For Inspiration and Growth
The Global Engineering RAP at CU Boulder is more than a program, it is a platform for all those students whose view on engineering is not confined to a single country, but is global. I imagine this community as one where not only as an aerospace engineer, but as a problem solver, a geoscientist, and a thought leader can evolve.
In my case, I will offer my fervor for interdisciplinary ingenuity, my commitment to artistic mentoring, and my passion for purposeful engineering. The goal, as I believe, is to widen the horizons of possibility not only for ourselves, but for the world we are engineering for. Rodes l. A liberal arts education is a constellation where every discipline is a star, separate by itself but acting together as a navigational chart capable of guiding them towards innovation, problem solving and understanding the world. My aspirations as an aerospace engineer go beyond the confines of mathematics and blueprints; I was always drawn to how technology intersected with policy, ethics, and global impact.
As I understand it, engineering stems from the need to connect two separate but related realities, say electrical circuits and mathematical equations, concepts, geographies, and society, and culture. The combination of these disciplines is precisely what has guided my education and professional endeavors as a future aerospace engineer. I have been passionate about how engineering is utilized beyond borders.
Throughout my research at the WHO sentinel site labs, where I performed molecular pathology analysis on various pathogens, to overseeing Team Atlas during robotics competitions, I learned that engineering is more than providing solutions—there is a world to be understood. The Global Engineering RAP at CU Boulder is an example of how I can engage with a community where engineering and centered perspectives are part of a greater whole, community, and interdisciplinary as it offers a holistic approach that is essential to the world.
A Community That Will Shape Me as an Engineer and a Person
As a person who has done machine learning research for breast cancer detection at North South University and interested in the convergence of artificial intelligence and aerospace, I strongly believe that the best engineers are those who work with students to solve real-world challenges. The RAP’s focus on interdisciplinary and global issues is what I am after. I can only imagine how much I will learn jointly with students conscious of the world around them and actively talking about ways to solve sustainable development problems, creation of smart cities, and working on international issues, will change the perception and approach to aerospace engineering, which will hopefully improve the perception of the field.
The positive learning community of RAP creates room beyond academics where I will meet and collaborate with other engineering students and practitioners to address challenges that face the world.
Having engaged with international academic services in India, Istanbul, and Bangladesh, I can say that some of the most valuable lessons come from interactions with people from varied backgrounds. I await with curiosity the late night brainstorming ideas, practical work, and the deliberating arguments that would make me a global thinker, a bold innovator, and an active doer.
How I will Contribute to the Community
While the Global Engineering RAP is going to work on me, I also wish to bring to this vibrant community my particular life experiences and perspective. My life story as a leader, researcher and a STEM education advocate tells me that engineering is not about self-achievement; it is about altruism.
Engineering and Philanthropy: As the Chairperson for Durnibar Foundation, I have spearheaded several initiatives that collected over $7,000 towards developing underprivileged communities and organized sustainability projects. I hope to extend this attitude to the RAP and lead dialogues on the role of an engineer in creating technologies that foster innovation and serve humanity.
Aerospace and AI Enthusiast: My work in artificial intelligence, robotics, and aerospace engineering has exposed me to the impact of AI in aviation and space travel.
I would be excited to create workshops or discussion groups where students are able to learn how flight systems, satellite technology, and autonomous navigation AI are integrated into everyday life.
Promoting A Collaborative Culture: In my role as Executive Advisor and Chief Technical Officer of Team Atlas, I have guided young engineers and managed robotics teams participating in national tournaments. I intend to carry this mentorship culture to RAP through formation of study circles, joint design projects, and motivating new students to take part in interdisciplinary research.
Recognizing Global Views: My travels in India, Turkey, and Bangladesh for professional and cultural purposes make me acknowledge the need for different viewpoints on engineering. I wish I could arrange international exposure meetings where students would tell how different countries tackle the world of engineering and cover it with a global approach.
A Toolbox For Inspiration and Growth
The Global Engineering RAP at CU Boulder is more than a program, it is a platform for all those students whose view on engineering is not confined to a single country, but is global. I imagine this community as one where not only as an aerospace engineer, but as a problem solver, a geoscientist, and a thought leader can evolve.
In my case, I will offer my fervor for interdisciplinary ingenuity, my commitment to artistic mentoring, and my passion for purposeful engineering. The goal, as I believe, is to widen the horizons of possibility not only for ourselves, but for the world we are engineering for. Rodes l. A liberal arts education is a constellation where every discipline is a star, separate by itself but acting together as a navigational chart capable of guiding them towards innovation, problem solving and understanding the world. My aspirations as an aerospace engineer go beyond the confines of mathematics and blueprints; I was always drawn to how technology intersected with policy, ethics, and global impact.
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