Profile of Mst. Ananya Khatun

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Mst. Ananya Khatun

Assistant Professor

Department of Horticulture (HRT)

Faculty of Agriculture

Hajee Mohammad Danesh Science & Technology University, Dinajpur.

E-mail: ananya@tch.hstu.ac.bd

Mobile: 01755973135


CAREER OBJECTIVE

    I aim to build a strong career in academia by improving my teaching and research skills. My goal is to engage students through effective teaching methods and contribute to knowledge in my field. I am eager to conduct meaningful research that benefits both science and society. Collaborating with experts and guiding students in their academic journey are key aspirations. I also endeavour to support my institution’s growth through quality education, research, and innovation.

RESEARCH INTEREST

    Fruit crop production, Fruit ripening, Storage, Post harvest technology, Physiology of horticultural crops, Fruit quality enhancement, Shelf life prolongation, and preservation of nutritional content of different fruit crops through innovative methodologies

EDUCATION

  1. Master of Science in Horticulture, 2021

    Hajee Mohammad Danesh Science and Technology University

  2. Bachelor of Science in Agriculture, 2018

    Hajee Mohammad Danesh Science and Technology University

  3. Higher Secondary School Certificate (HSC), 2013

    Government Azizul Haque College

  4. Secondary School Certificate (SSC), 2011

    Kagail Karuna Kanta High School


PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCES

  1. Assistant Professor
     Hajee Mohammad Danesh Science and Technology University

    November 16, 2024 to Present

  2. Lecturer
     Hajee Mohammad Danesh Science and Technology University

    November 16, 2022 to November 15, 2024


PUBLICATIONS

Journal Papers

  1. Abida, A., Tuhin, G. S., Rukunuzzaman, M., Khatun, A., Rahman, A., Akter, N., Shamsuzzoha, M., Ahmed, M., Islam, T. (2026). Enhancing Postharvest Quality and Shelf Life of ‘Haribhanga’ Mango Using On-Tree Bagging and Aloe Vera Gel. Journal of Food Processing and Preservation 5093310 (2026). https://doi.org/10.1155/jfpp/5093310 (Scopus indexed, IF: 2.5, Q2, Citescore: 6.9, SCIE)

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  2. Khatun, M. A., Rukunuzzaman, M., Rahman, M. A., Saroare, M. G., Ahmed, M., Akter, N., & Islam, M. T. (2025). On-tree CaCl₂ spraying at optimized time points improves storability and reduce jelly seed disorder in ‘Haribhanga’mango. Food and Humanity, 100914. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.foohum.2025.100914 (Scopus indexed, Q2, IF= 2.60)

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  3. Billah, T., Rahman, A., Rukunuzzaman, Khatun, A., Ahmed, M., Islam, T. Influence of Calcium Chloride Treatment On the Storability, Antioxidant Enzymes and Physiology in On-tree Bagging of ‘Amrapali’ Mango at Ambient Storage. Applied Fruit Science 67, 418 (2025). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10341-025-01648-5  (Scopus Indexed, SCIE, Q4)

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  4. Arefin, M. S., Khatun, M. A., Islam, M. M., Habib, M. A., Rabbee, M. F., & Hasan, M. M. (2025). Bio-rational management of anthracnose of banana with indigenous plant oils. Bangladesh Journal of Botany, 54(3), 477–482. https://doi.org/10.3329/bjb.v54i3.84332  (Scopus Indexed, Q4, IF= 0.4)

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  5. Amin R.S., Rukunuzzaman M., Ahmed M., Khatun M.A., Rahman M.A., Saroare M.G., Islam M.T., 2025. Impact of chitosan‐aloe vera gel with coconut oil coating on postharvest quality and antioxidant of ‘Gopalbhog’ mango at ambient storage. ­ Adv. Hort. Sci., 39(2): 101­112. https://doi.org/10.36253/ahsc-17292. (Scopus Indexed, Q3, IF= 0.64)

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  6. Akhter, H., Zannat, R., Khatun, M. A., Anwar, R.B., Islam, M.A., Arifuzzaman, M., Rahman, M.H. Application of chitosan coating incorporated with turmeric extract improves the storage quality of mango. Food Measure (2025). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11694-025-03317-3. (Scopus indexed, Q2, IF= 2.90)

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  7. Rukunuzzaman, M. , Atikur Rahman, M. , Ananya Khatun, M. , Begum, M. L. , Akter, N. and Islam, M. T. (2025). Physio-biochemical and antioxidative enzymatic changes in ambient stored ‘Misribhog’ mango in response to chitosan and aloe vera gel coatings. Journal of Horticulture and Postharvest Research, 8(3), 397- 412.  https://doi.org/10.22077/jhpr.2025.8835.1471. (Scopus, Q3, SJR= 0.23)

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  8. Salehin, S. S. A., Khatun, M. A., Rukunuzzaman, M., & Islam, M. T. (2025). Impact of tree bagging on physico-chemical qualities and economics of mango cv. BARI Aam 7. Future of Horticulture, 1, 11–24. Retrieved from https://www.futurejournals.org/media/rvxfhyo0/salehin-et-al-11-23-final.pdf

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  9. T. Islam, M. S. Aktar, M. L. Begum, M. A. Rahman, M. Arifuzzaman and M. A. Khatun. 2024. Effect of pre-harvest nutrients and packaging on quality, antioxidants and enzymatic activity of ‘Haribhanga’ mango during ambient storage. International Journal of Postharvest Technology and Innovation, 9(3), 208 – 231. https://dx.doi.org/10.1504/IJPTI.2024.143180 (Scopus, Q4, IF= 0.48)

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  10. Abdullah, M., Anik, S.M., Nishi, N.J., Jahan, I., Khatun, M.A., Akther, F. and Rahman, M.H. Application of combined GA3 and NAA treatments to improve yield and quality of Okra (Abelmoschus esculentus L.). Discov Agric 2, 45 (2024). https://doi.org/10.1007/s44279-024-00055-w (Springer)

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  11. Parvin, N., Masuda, M.S., Turin, M.T.S., Jui, S., Amzad, M.A., Khatun, M.A., Arifuzzaman, M., Alshamrani, R. I., Ahmed, E.U . Characterization of pepper (Capsicum spp.) germplasms based on morphological and phytochemical characters in Bangladesh. CABI Agric Biosci 5, 62 (2024). https://doi.org/10.1186/s43170-024-00268-5 (Scopus, Q1, IF= 3.9)

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  12. Omar, A.A.A., Zaman, M.M.U., Abedin, M.T., Alam, M. S., Khatun, M. A., Akter, N. & Sayed, M. A . Unraveling the dynamics of salt stress response in wheat cultivars: insights into growth inhibition, antioxidant enzyme activity, and AOX gene expression. J. Crop Sci. Biotechnol. (2024). https://doi.org/10.1007/s12892-024-00242-7 (Scopus, Q3, IF= 1.78)

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  13. Khatun, M.A., Ahmed, M., Uddin, M.S., Rahman, M.H., & Islam, M.T. On tree nutrients spray and bagging influenced the quality and postharvest physiology of mango (cv. Amrapali) at ambient storage. Plant Physiol. Rep. (2024). https://doi.org/10.1007/s40502-024-00787-3 (Scopus, Q2, IF= 1.9)

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  14. Osman, A. A., Abdi Omar, A. A., Khatun, M. A., Sheikh, M. R., Alam, M. S., Zaman, M. M. U., Abedin, M. T., & Sayed, M. A. (2023). BIOCHEMICAL ANALYSIS OF LEONURUS SIBIRICUS AND PREDICTION OF ITS BIOACTIVE COMPOUND-PROTEIN INTERACTIONS IN HOMO SAPIENS. Bioresearch Communications - (BRC), 10(01), 1398–1412. https://doi.org/10.3329/brc.v10i1.70669

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Awards and SCHOLARSHIPS

  1. Dean's Award 2020

    Funded by: Faculty of Agriculture, HSTU

  2. Prime Minister Gold Medal Award 2019

    Funded by: University Grants Commission of Bangladesh

  3. UGC Merit Scholarship 2018

    Funded by: University Grants Commission of Bangladesh

  4. NST Fellowship 2020-2021

    Funded by: Ministry of Science and Technology, Government People’s Republic of Bangladesh

  5. Dean's Scholarship 2016, 2017 & 2018

    Funded by: Faculty of Agriculture, HSTU


PROJECTS

  1. Combined application of Melatonin and Green Tea- based biodegradable coatings for enhancing postharvest quality and shelf life of Mango (Mangifera indica L.)

    Funded by: Institute of Research and Training (IRT), HSTU, Dinajpur

    Position: Principal Investigator (PI)

    Description: Ongoing

  2. Enhancement of mango shelf life by post harvest dipping with oxalic acid and melatonin treatments under cold storage

    Funded by: Ministry of Science and Technology (MoST), Bangladesh, (2025-2026)

    Position: Principal Investigator (PI)

    Description: Ongoing

  3. Application of different organic fertilizers as liming materials on growth, yield and quality of tomato production in acidic soil

    Funded by: Ministry of Science and Technology (MoST), Bangladesh, (2025-2026)

    Position: Co-Principal Investigator (Co-PI)

    Description: Ongoing

  4. Enhancement of mango shelf life by pre-harvest bagging and post harvest dipping with oxalic acid and melatonin treatments

    Funded by: Ministry of Science and Technology (MoST), Bangladesh, (2024-2025)

    Position: Principal Investigator (PI)

    Description: Completed

  5. Growth, yield and quality response of Sugarbeet (Beta vulgaris L.) to different level of irrigation and mulches in Dinajpur conditions

    Funded by: Ministry of Science and Technology (MoST), Bangladesh, (2023-2024)

    Position: Co-Principal Investigator (CoPI)

    Description: Completed

  6. Evaluation of F4 generations for yield and nutritional traits in cherry tomato

    Funded by: Ministry of Science and Technology (MoST), Bangladesh, (2024-2025)

    Position: Co-Principal Investigator (Co-PI)

    Description: Completed


SOCIAL NETWORK

  1. LinkedIn

    URL: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mst-ananya-khatun-041b801b9/

  2. Academia.edu Profile

    URL: https://independent.academia.edu/MstAnanyaKhatun

  3. ResearchGate Profile

    URL: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Mst-Khatun-74

  4. Google Scholar Profile

    URL: https://scholar.google.com/citations?hl=en&user=ByqSf8kAAAAJ

  5. DBLP Profile

    URL: https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=58713908900

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