Bangladesh Open University (BOU)

Dr. Md. Rokibur Rahman
Professor (Poultry Science)
BSc in Animal Husbandry, MS in Poultry Science (BAU), Ph.D. (UM, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia), SARD

Profile of Dr. Md. Rokibur Rahman

Dr. Md. Rokibur Rahman is a distinguished academic specializing in poultry nutrition and production, as well as goat reproduction and nutrition. His expertise extends to open and distance learning (ODL) methodologies. Dr. Rahman earned his Ph.D. in Biological Sciences from the University of Malaya, Malaysia in 2014, preceded by a Master of Science in Poultry Science and a Bachelor of Science in Animal Husbandry from Bangladesh Agricultural University.

Dr. Rahman's professional career at Bangladesh Open University (BOU) spans over two decades, where he currently serves as a Professor in Poultry Science. He has held various academic positions, progressing from Lecturer to Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, and finally to Professor since May 2018.

His research has led to numerous publications, focusing on diverse topics such as poultry production, superovulation in goats, and the economics of poultry farming. Notable works include studies on the effects of hormonal supplements on goat ovulation and embryo production, the impact of rearing systems on poultry performance, and assessments of microbial quality in chicken meat products. Dr. Rahman has published extensively in esteemed journals including the Bangladesh Open University Journal of Agriculture and Rural Development, Pertanika Journal of Tropical Agricultural Science, and the Asian Australasian Journal of Animal Science.

In addition to his research contributions, Dr. Rahman has actively participated in various academic and administrative roles. He has been a member of the Academic Council at BOU, served on multiple school committees, and held significant roles in curriculum development for livestock and poultry management programs. His dedication to ODL is evidenced by his involvement in numerous training workshops and programs aimed at enhancing the quality of distance education.

Dr. Rahman's commitment to education and research is further highlighted by his supervision of postgraduate students and his role as a chief investigator in key research projects. His contributions to the academic community and his field of specialization have established him as a respected figure in both national and international circles.

Degree Title	Institute	Result	Passing Year
Doctor of Philosophy (3 Years)	Institute of Biological Sciences, Faculty of Science, University of Malaya, Malaysia	Awarded	2014
Master of Science in Poultry Science	Bangladesh Agricultural University, Mymensingh	First class	2001
Bachelor of Science in Animal Husbandry (4 Years)	Bangladesh Agricultural University, Mymensingh	First class	1999
Higher Secondary School Certificate (HSC)	Rajshahi Board	First Division	1993
Secondary School Certificate (SSC)	Rajshahi Board	First Division	1991

A. Roy, M.R. Rahman, M.T. Siddiqua, M.E. Hossain. 2023. Effects of Garlic and Neem Extract on Growth Performance and Blood Biochemical Indices in Sonali Chicken. Journal of Bangladesh Agricultural University, 21(4): 533-541.

A. Rahman, M.R. Rahman. 2020. Microbial quality assessment of dressed broiler marketed at selected area of Dhaka Metropolitan City. Bangladesh Open University Journal of Agriculture and Rural Development, 12(2):43-53

A. Haque, M.R. Rahman, M.M. Rahman. 2020. Rearing of sonali chicken: farmers’ profile and economics of production. Bangladesh Open University Journal of Agriculture and Rural Development, 12: 37-45.

M. R. Rahman. 2018. Effect of supplementation of hCG or GnRH on ovulation and subsequent embryo production of FSH superovulated goats. Bangladesh Open University Journal of Agriculture and Rural Development, 10: 59-64.

M. R. Rahman, M. M. Rahman, W. E. Wan Khadijah and R. B. Abdullah. 2018. Effect of Recipient Surgery Cycles on Survival Rate of Transferred Embryo in Goats. Pertanika Journal of Tropical Agricultural Science, 41: 1731-1740।

M. R. Rahman, M. M. Rahman, W. E. Wan Khadijah and R. B. Abdullah. 2017. Factors affecting super ovulation in goats with special focus to Malaysia: A review. Bangladesh Open University Journal of Agriculture and Rural Development, 9: 1-11.

M. R. Rahman, M. M. Rahman, W. E. Wan Khadijah and R. B. Abdullah. 2016. Effect of supplementation of hCG or GnRH on ovulation and subsequent embryo production of eCG superovulated goats. Indian Journal of Animal Research, 51: 438-443.

M. M. Rahman, M. R. Rahman, M. Niimi, W.E. Wan Khadijah, R. Akashi and R.B. Abdullah. 2016. Effects of different levels of oxalic acid administration on feed intake and nutrient digestibility in goats. Sains malaysiana, 46: 515-519.

M. R. Rahman, M. M. Rahman, W. E. Wan Khadijah and R. B. Abdullah. 2016. Interaction effect of donor age and body weight on superovulation and embryo production performance in goats. Indian Journal of Animal Sciences, 86: 887-891.

M. G. Rouf, M. Ahammed, M. U. Ahammad, M. R. Rahman. 2015. Effects of cage and barn rearing system on early laying performance of pullet. Bangladesh Journal of Animal Science, 44: 151-156.

M. R. Rahman, S. D. Chowdhury, M. E. Hossain and M. Ahammed. 2015. Growth and early laying performance of a broiler parent stock in an open-sided house under restricted feeding. Bangladesh Journal of Animal Science, 44: 40-45.

M. M. Rahman, M. R. Rahman, T. Nakagawa, R. B. Abdullah, W. E. Wan Khadijah and R. Akashi. 2015. Effects of wet soya waste supplementation on the intake, growth and reproduction of goats fed Napier grass. Animal Feed Science and Technology, 199: 104-112.

M. R. Rahman, M. M. Rahman, W. E. Wan Khadijah, and R. B. Abdullah. 2014. Follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) dosage based on body weight enhances ovulatory responses and subsequent embryo production in goats. Asian Australasian Journal of Animal Science, 27: 1270-1275.

M. R. Rahman, M. M. Rahman, W. E. Wan Khadijah and R. B. Abdullah. 2014. Comparison of superovulatory effect of equine chorionic gonadotrophin and follicle stimulating hormone on embryo production in crossbred (Boer × Katjang) goats. Pakistan Journal of Zoology, 46: 819-826.

R. B. Abdullah, N. Y. Shariffah, M. R. Rahman and W. E. Wan Khadijah. 2012. Ovarian responses after superovulation with different dosages of oFSH in Goats. Malaysian Journal of Animal Science, 15: 21-25.

A. Q. M. Bazlur Rashid and M. R. Rahman. 2010. Strategic intervention of ODL in Bangladesh. Turkish Online Journal of Distance Education, 11: 93-108.

M. U. Rashid, M. R. Rahman and M. Z. Mamun. 2009. Use of cow as draught power in some selected part of Bangladesh. The Agriculturist, 7: 36-40.

M. K. Uddin, M. Ahammed, M. R. Rahman and M. A. R. Howlider. 2007. Effect of dwarf and naked neck gene on the egg production performance in tropics. Progressive Agriculture, 18: 115-121.

M. R. Rahman and M. N. Haque. 2005. Performance of modern broiler strains under village condition in Bangladesh. Journal of Agriculture and Rural Development, 3: 133-136.

M. M. Hossain, M. A. H. Beg, M. S. Ali, M. R. Rahman and M. Z. Rahman. 2005. Production and consumption pattern of indigenous chicken in a rural area of Bangladesh. Journal of Agriculture and Rural Development, 3: 127-131.

M. E. Hossain, S. D. Chowdhury, M. Ahammed, M. A. H. Pramanik and M. R. Rahman. 2005. Growth performance of Kasila broiler parent stock reared on quantitative feed restriction under Bangladesh condition. International Journal of Poultry Science, 4: 153-158.

S. M. E. Ershad, A. N. M. A. Rahman, M. R. Rahman, S. A. Hossain and M. N. Islam. 2004. Distribution pattern and productive performance of indigenous cattle in some selected village near Mymensingh town. Journal of Agriculture and Rural Development, 2: 143-148.

M. N. Haque, S. A. Aziz, M. M. Mia, S. S. Chanda and M. R. Rahman. 2003. Evaluation of comparative bio-economic performance of duck farming in beel (Low Land) area of Pabna. Journal of Animal and Veterinary Advance, 2: 64-66.

S. A. Aziz, M. N. Haque, S. S. Chanda, M. R. Rahman and M. R. Uddin. 2002. Evaluation of carcass of different genotypes of market animals at some selected area of Bangladesh. Journal of Animal and Veterinary Advances, 1: 84-86.

S. U. Talukdar, M. N. Haque, M. I. Hossain, S. A. Aziz and M. R. Rahman. 2001. Effect of different genotypes on milk yield and reproductive performance of cows. Pakistan Journal of Biological Science, 4:1421-1424.

M. N. Haque, M. I. Hossain, M. A. Hossain, M. R. Rahman and S. A. Aziz. 2000. Existing livestock production and utilization system in a selected area of Pabna district. Progressive Agriculture, 11: 287-291.

Poultry Nutrition, Poultry Production, Oestrus Synchronisation of Goat, Superovulation of Goat, Embryo Transfer of Goat, Goat Nutrition, Open and Distance Learning

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