Dr. Md Golam Mostafa (Retd. Col)

Professor, Department of Electrical, Electronic and Communication Engineering (EECE)

Contact Number: +8801769023970

Telephone (Office): +880-2-8000345, Ext: 3970

CONTACT INFORMATION

Dept of EECE, 2nd Floor, Tower – 3, MIST..

Mirpur Cantonment, Dhaka-1216, Bangladesh.

PROJECTS

Project 1: Host to WWLLN and Research Agreement (September 2021-ongoing)

I have hosted a sensor station of the Worldwide Lightning Location Network (www.wwlln.net) in Bangladesh. This is the only host station in Bangladesh contributing to the detection of lightning over the globe by WWLLN. With this station’s commissioning, I now have access to the global lightning dataset gathered by WWLLN. I have a research agreement with Professor Emeritus Dr. Robert Holzworth of University of Washington. Dr. Holzworth is also the director of WWLLN. At present two PhD and one MSc student is working in this project. I have limited vacancy to offer one more MSc student. Interested and potential researchers are welcome to contact me.

Published Article: Till date we have published one journal and five conference papers associated with this project. Noteworthy article is:

Mehdi Hasan Rafi, Robert H. Holzworth and Md Golam Mostafa, "Evaluation of Detection Efficiency of World Wide Lightning Location Network in Southeast Asian Region" Journal of Geophysical Research - Atmospheres on 07 August 2024. https://doi.org/10.1029/2024JD041160

Project 2: GNSS Reference Receiver for the Study of Ionospheric Scintillation

Under a cooperation agreement on mutual ionospheric research between MIST and Istituto Nazionale de Geofisica and Vulcanologia (INGV), Italy; we have installed a GNSS ionospheric observatory in the MIST premises. The observatory started functioning from 25 June 2024. We are receiving the total electron content (TEC) and ionospheric scintillation data from this observatory as well as other 28 stations of the INGV network around the globe. The responsible scientific scholars for this project is Dr. Claudio Cessaroni for INGV and Dr. Md Golam Mostafa from MIST. We shall study the effect of Ionospheric Scintillation over Bangladeh and Southeast Asian Region in the coming equinoctial period. Currently one MSc student is working in this project. Interested and potential researchers are welcome to contact me.

Project 3: Investigation of Ionospheric Irregularities over Europe Using Dense Regional And Worldwide INternational GNSS-TEC observation (DRAWING-TEC) and Digisonnde Observations (April 2023- Continuing)

In collaboration with Cyprus Ionospheric Research Group (https://www.frederick.ac.cy/en/cyprus-ionospheric-research-group), this investigation aims to identify the ionospheric irregularities in the F region (spread F) linked with changes in ROTI over Europe and characterise those. Co-investigators are:

1. Mehdi Hasan Rafi, PhD Student, Department of EECE, Military Institute of Science and Technology, Bangladesh.

2. Dr. Haris Haralambous, Associate Professor, Frederick University, Cyprus

3. Dr. Krishnendu Paul, Post Doctoral Researcher, Cyprus Ionospheric Research Group.

Published Journal Article:

K.S. Paul, M.H. Rafi, H. Haralambous, and M.G. Mostafa, "Correlation of Rate of TEC Index and spread F over European ionosondes", MDPI Atmosphere, Vol 15, Issue 3, March 2024. doi: https://doi.org/10.3390/atmos15030331

Project 4: Development of Ionospheric Monitoring System for Bangladesh: Empowering Bangladesh's Geospace Research (Funding Authority: GoB, Ministry of Education, BANBAIS FY 2023-2025)

The project addresses the critical need for a localized ionospheric monitoring system in Bangladesh. The ionosphere, crucial for communication and navigation systems, often experiences disturbances affecting various technological applications. Bangladesh, situated in a vulnerable low-latitude region, lacks a dedicated system to monitor and predict ionospheric behavior in real-time. The project aims to establish a Regional Ionospheric Monitoring System, enhancing telecommunication infrastructure and navigation systems. It involves identifying existing ground and space-based infrastructure, integrating data collection systems, and implementing algorithms for real-time processing and analysis. By studying ionospheric variations and disturbances, the project contributes to space weather research and develops forecasting models, enabling early warnings and proactive measures during natural disasters. Effective collaborations with the national and international space weather research organizations will enhance data sharing and research efforts. Expected outcomes include an improved understanding of ionospheric behavior, a robust ionospheric database, advancements in space weather research, enhanced navigation system performance, and the creation of a comprehensive monitoring system. The project's methodologies involve continuous data collection, quality control measures, algorithm development, space weather analysis, navigation system studies, and ionospheric forecasting and prediction. Ultimately, this project empowers Bangladesh's geospace research, technology, communication, and disaster preparedness capabilities.

Project 5: Towards Establishing a Dense GNSS Network in Bangladesh for Space Weather Applications and Remote Sensing. (FY 2023-2025)

Objectives. To meet the main project objective, the following specific Scientific & Technological (S&T) objectives have been defined:

a. S&T Objective #1 (STO1). The first technical objective of the project is to initially deploy a comprehensive system comprising three low-cost GNSS receivers for the direct estimation of Total Electron Content (TEC) and accurate identification and tracking of ionospheric storms to support the reliable and safe operation of systems affected in Bangladesh.

b. S&T Objective #2 (STO2). The second technical objective is to explore the requirements so that in the future, timely warning information on current and imminent ionospheric storm activity and prevalent geophysical conditions can be provided to users. To successfully meet the second technical objective and for the envisaged system to serve its purpose an important requirement is the provision of near-real-time data from the GNSS low-cost receivers operating in Bangladesh and relevant global geophysical information.

c. S&T Objective #3 (STO3). The third technical objective is to exploit all available satellite constellations (GPS, GLONASS, Galileo) to maximize the raw data available for TEC monitoring. The third technical objective necessitates the application of appropriate established methodologies and algorithms to process available GNSS RINEX files.

d. S&T Objective #4 (STO4). The fourth technical objective is to assess the functionality, reliability and efficiency of such a system through additional existing frameworks for real-time or near-real-time TEC monitoring and case studies to validate the benefit of this service. Measurements and information from additional GNSS receivers (UNAVCO) will also be exploited to satisfy the fourth technical objective.

Project 6: Reconfigurable Intelligent Surface assisted 6G Networks

Reconfigurable Intelligent Surface (RIS) is deemed a promising technology being implemented to enhance wireless communication services and make the smart radio environment a reality. Our research focused on the various aspects of RIS including its construction, optimization, and utilization in various applications e.g., telecommunications networks, device-to-device (D2D) underlying networks, vehicle-to-everything (V2X) communication, UAV-assisted telecommunications, and distribution networks. Currently two Masters and six UG students are working in this project. Outcome of this project is four conference publications till date.

Project 8: Topside Ionospheric Investigation over Bangladesh using Swarm Data (Completed)

In collaboration with Cyprus Ionospheric Research Group (http://cyirg.frederick.ac.cy/) this study will include analysis of the topside in-situ electron density measurements over Bangladesh using Swarm satellites in the interval 2015-2023. A conference publication under this project got the best paper award in ICEEICT-2024.

Publication: Naima Fatima, Nishat Salsabil and Md Golam Mostafa, "Space-Based Investigation of the Topside Ionosphere over Bangladesh including IRI Predictions", in ICEEICT-2024, Dhaka, Bangladesh (Best Paper), DOI: 10.1109/ICEEICT62016.2024.10534508.

Project 9: Statistical Analysis of Ionospheric Diurnal Double Maxima over Bangladesh using GNSS Data

This research will include the Statistical Analysis of Ionospheric Diurnal Double Maxima over Bangladesh using long term GNSS Data collected by 24 stations over Bangladesh.

Currently three UG students are working in this project.

Publication:

Jannatul Fatema Preeti, Raisa Amreen and Md Golam Mostafa, "Investigation of Ionospheric Diurnal Double Maxima over Bangladesh", in ICEEICT-2024, Dhaka, Bangladesh, DOI: 10.1109/ICEEICT62016.2024.10534392.

ACADEMIC EXPERIENCE

Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering

Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering and Informatics

Frederick University, Nicosia, Cyprus.

Master of Science in Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering (EEE)

Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET)

Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering (EEE)

Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET)

AWARDS/ HONOURS

Secured first position and distinguished studentship in two months Electronic Warfare Course in Pakistan from 17 Nov 2002 to 12 Jan 2003.
Secured first position in one year basic course on telecommunication in Bangladesh Army School of Signals from June 1990 to June 1991.

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

Life Fellow, Institute of Engineers, Bangladesh (IEB)

Member, Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineering (IEEE)

Post Doctoral Researcher Cyprus Ionospheric Research Group (http://cyirg.frederick.ac.cy/teams/dr-md-golam-mostafa/).

Research Domain: Ionosphere and Space Weather, HF Spectral Occupancy, Nonlinear Optics, Wireless Channels, Wideband HF, Solar Energy, Power Electronics for Megawatt Photo-voltaic Power Plant, Satellite Communications, Ionospheric Physics.

JOURNAL PUBLICATION

[8] Mehdi Hasan Rafi, Robert Holzworth and Md Golam Mostafa, “Evaluation of Detection Efficiency of World Wide Lightning Location Network (WWLLN) Relative to Earth Network Total Lightning Network (ENTLN)”, Journal of Geophysical Research-Atmospheres, 07 August 2024, https://doi.org/10.1029/2024JD041160

[7] K.S. Paul, M.H. Rafi, H. Haralambous, and M.G. Mostafa, "Correlation of Rate of TEC Index and spread F over European ionosondes", MDPI Atmosphere, Vol 15, Issue 3, March 2024. doi: https://doi.org/10.3390/atmos15030331

[6] Vaishnav, Rajesh, Yuyan Jin, Md Golam Mostafa, Sara R. Aziz, Shun-Rong Zhang, and Christoph Jacobi. "Study of the upper transition height using ISR observations and IRI predictions over Arecibo." Advances in Space Research, Volume 68, Issue 5, 1 September 2021, Pages 2177-2185. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.asr.2020.10.010

[5] Md Golam Mostafa, Haris Haralambous, Christina Oikonomou, “Statistical ionospheric E layer properties measured with the Cyprus Digisonde and comparisons with IRI predictions”, Advances in Space Research, Vol. 61, Issue 1, 1 January 2018, Pages 337-347. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.asr.2017.10.029

[4] Md Golam Mostafa, Haris Haralambous, Christina Oikonomou, “Evaluation of IRI predicted characteristics of ionospheric F1 layer by ionosonde observations in Nicosia, Cyprus”, Advances in Space Research, Volume 59, Issue 6, 15 March 2017, Pages 1548–1558. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.asr.2016.12.021

[3] Md G. Mostafa, Eleni Tsolaki, and Haris Haralambous , “HF Spectral Occupancy Time Series Models over the Eastern Mediterranean region”, IEEE Transactions on Electromagnetic Compatibility, vol. 59, no. 1, pp. 240-248, Feb. 2017. 10.1109/TEMC.2016.2606130

[2] Lt Col Md Golam Mostafa, “Developing a Suitable Architectural Framework of Modern Tactical Communication System for a Brigade-size Force”, Bangladesh Army Journal, 46th issue, pp. 46-55, December 2009.

[1] Ataur Rahman Sarkar, Mohammed Nazrul Islam and Mohammad Golam Mostafa, “Performance of an optical wideband WDM system considering stimulated Raman scattering, fiber attenuation and chromatic dispersion”, Journal of Optical and Quantum Electronics, Vol 39, no. 8, pp. 659-675, Springer Science, September 2007. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11082-007-9115-3

CONFERENCE PUBLICATIONS

[23] Mst Naznin Nahar and Md Golam Mostafa, "Investigating the Influence of Lightning on Ionosphere over Bangladesh Using WWLLN and GNSS Observations", Accepted for publication in 27th International Conference on Computer and Information Technology, Cox's Bazar, Bangladesh.

[22] Md. Farhan Fuad, Md. Mostaque Mahbub Tamim, Md Ashhaar Zaman Tayef and Md Golam Mostafa, "Performance Analysis of Reconfigurable Intelligent Surface Assisted Channels for 73 and 142 GHz Frequency Bands", accepted for publication in ICECE-2024, Dhaka, Bangladesh

[21] Shahriar Mahmood, Azizul Hakim Shawon and Md Golam Mostafa, "Examining the Consistency between Quality-Assured Radio Occultation Data in Bangladesh and IRI Predictions", in ICEEICT-2024, Dhaka, Bangladesh. DOI: 10.1109/ICEEICT62016.2024.10534360

[20] Naima Fatima, Nishat Salsabil and Md Golam Mostafa, "Space-Based Investigation of the Topside Ionosphere over Bangladesh including IRI Predictions", in ICEEICT-2024, Dhaka, Bangladesh. DOI: 10.1109/ICEEICT62016.2024.10534508.

[19] Jannatul Fatema Preeti, Raisa Amreen and Md Golam Mostafa, "Investigation of Ionospheric Diurnal Double Maxima over Bangladesh", in ICEEICT-2024, Dhaka, Bangladesh. DOI: 10.1109/ICEEICT62016.2024.10534392.

[18] Mst Naznin Nahar and Md Golam Mostafa, "Statistical Characteristics of Lightning Activities over Bangladesh Detected by World Wide Lightning Location Network", in ICEEICT-2024, Dhaka, Bangladesh. DOI: 10.1109/ICEEICT62016.2024.10534516.

[17] M. S. Islam and M. G. Mostafa, "Optimization and Performance Evaluation of Distributed Multi-RIS-Enhanced Wireless Communication System," 2024 International Conference on Advances in Computing, Communication, Electrical, and Smart Systems (iCACCESS), Dhaka, Bangladesh, 2024, pp. 1-6, doi: 10.1109/iCACCESS61735.2024.10499628.

[16] Mohammad Shariful Islam and Md Golam Mostafa, “Statistical Characterization and Performance Analysis of Distributed Multi-RIS-Aided Wireless Communication System”, 6th International Conference on Electrical Information and Communication Technology, Khulna, Bangladesh 2023, DOI: 10.1109/EICT61409.2023.10427796.

[15] Rifa Tasnim Rupoma, Walid Bin Ataur Rahman Akash and Md. Golam Mostafa, “Improved Channel Model of UAV to UAV Millimeter Wave Link Under Hovering Fluctuations and Doppler Effect”, DICCT 2023, India, DOI: 10.1109/DICCT56244.2023.10110142

[14] Muqsetin Kabir, Rifa Tasfia and Md. Golam Mostafa, “An Improved Video Recommendation System for IoT Devices Using Federated Learning”, DICCT 2023, India, DOI: 10.1109/DICCT56244.2023.10110183.

[13] Mehdi Hasan Rafi and Md Golam Mostafa, "Time Series Models for Radiated Electromagnetic Energy of Lightning Stroke Detected by World-Wide Lightning Location Network, Recent Advances in Wireless Communications & Emerging Technologies (RAWCET 2022), India, DOI 10.1088/1742-6596/2471/1/012024.

[12] Mehdi Hasan Rafi and Md Golam Mostafa, "Global Lightning Phenomena and Time Series Model of Lightning Flash Radiance", 2022 International Conference on Energy and Power Engineering (ICEPE), Dhaka, Bangladesh, DOI: 10.1109/ICEPE56629.2022.10044878

[11] Md Golam Mostafa, Christina Oikonomou and Haris Haralambous, “Comparison of GPS-TEC data with IRI-2012 Predictions near Northern Crest of EIA at Bangladesh”, ICEEICT-2021, Dhaka, Bangladesh, DOI: 10.1109/ICEEICT53905.2021.9667907

[10] Zarin Tarannum Azim, Shaba Altaf Shaon, Sree Krishna Das and Md Golam Mostafa, “Optimization of Reconfigurable Intelligent Surface for M2M Communications over Cellular Networks,” ICEEICT-2021, Dhaka, Bangladesh, DOI: 10.1109/ICEEICT53905.2021.9667881

[9] Md Mesbah Uddin, Ahmad Saadat Shadman and Md Golam Mostafa, "Prediction of HF Spectral Occupancy over Eastern Mediterranean Region Using Machine Learning", in Conf. Proc. IEEE 5G-WF'21, Virtual+Montreal, Canada, 13-15 Oct. 2021, pp. 93-98, DOI 10.1109/5GWF52925.2021.00024.

[8] Sneha Fariha Hakim, Hasan Md. Mahadi and Mostafa Md Golam, “Improved Design of a Battery Charger for Three-Wheeler Auto Rickshaws in Bangladesh with Low Harmonic SWISS Rectifier”, 2021 International Conference on Automation, Control and Mechatronics for Industry 4.0 (ACMI), Rajshahi-6204, Bangladesh.

[7] Haris Haralambous and Md Golam Mostafa, “HF Spectral Occupancy over the Eastern Mediterranean”, 14th International Ionospheric Effects Symposium, May 12-14, 2015, Alexandria, Virginia, USA.

[6] Md. Golam Mostafa and Haris Haralambous, “Effect of Enhanced X-Ray Flux on the Ionosphere over Cyprus during Strong Solar Flares”, Third International Conference on Remote Sensing and Geo-information of Environment (RSCy2015), Paphos, Cyprus.

[5] Md Golam Mostafa, Haris Haralambous and Satya Prasad Majumder, “Ionospheric Measurements over Bangladesh and Their Significance on Radio Systems Operation”, 1st IEEE International Conference on Telecommunications and Photonics (ICTP) 2015, 26-28 December 2015, Dhaka, Bangladesh.

[4] Mostafa, M.G. and Majumder, S.P., “Analytical Error Rate Performance Evaluation of a Multi-Keyhole Wireless MIMO Channel based on Largest Eigenvalue Distribution”, 1st International Conference on Electrical Engineering and Information & Communication Technology (ICEEICT), Dhaka, 2014.

[3] Md Muzahidul Islam, Md Razibul Haque, Md Rezaul Islam and Md Golam Mostafa, “Performance Evaluation of Nakagami-m MIMO Fading Channel in the Presence of Multiple Keyhole”, International Conference on Information Networking (ICOIN) 2014, Phuket, Thailand.

[2] Md. Golam Mostafa, Md. Masud Karim, M. Z. Azam, Ziaur Rahman, Sarwar Bari, S. P. Majumder, “Performance Improvement Analysis of Wireless MIMO Channel in the Presence of Keyhole”, ICACT 2013, Pyeongchang, South Korea.

[1] M. G. Mostafa, M. M. Rahman, G. M. H. Ali, M. J. Alam, M. N. Islam, ‘’Improved Analysis for Stimulated Raman Crosstalk in Wideband Optical WDM System”, Second International Conference on Electrical and Computer Engineering (ICECE)-2002, Dhaka, Bangladesh.

Poster Presentation:

Haris Haralambous, Harris Papadopoulos and Md Golam Mostafa, “Developing an ANN electron density profile model over Cyprus based on ionosonde measurements”, Third International Conference on Remote Sensing and Geo-information of Environment (RSCy2015), Paphos, Cyprus.

SUBJECTS TAUGHT

Theory

Sessional

EECE 101, Electrical Circuits I

EECE 105, Electrical Circuits II

EECE 163, Introduction to Electrical Engineering

EECE 169, Electronic Devices and Circuits

EECE 165, Basic Electrical Technology

EECE 159, Fundamentals of Electrical Engineering

EECE 259, Electrical and Electronic Technology

EECE 269, Electrical Drives and Instrumentation

EECE 301, Continuous Signals and Linear Systems

EECE 303, Digital Electronics

EECE 309, Communication Theory

EECE 435, Optical Fiber Communication

EECE 443, Satellite Communications

EECE 473, Power Electronics

EECE 106, Electrical Circuits Lab

EECE 164, Introduction to Electrical Engineering Lab

EECE 170, Electronic Devices and Circuits Lab

EECE 166, Basic Electrical Technology Lab

EECE 160, Fundamentals of Electrical Engineering Lab

EECE 260, Electrical and Electronic Technology Lab

EECE 270, Electrical Drives and Instrumentation Lab

EECE 304, Digital Electronics Lab

EECE 392, Digital Signal Processing Lab for BME

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Professor, Since 01 January 2020 to till date