Profile of Md. Roknuzzaman
Md. Roknuzzaman
Associate Professor
Department of Civil Engineering (CIE)
Faculty of Engineering
Hajee Mohammad Danesh Science & Technology University, Dinajpur.
E-mail: mrz.civil@hstu.ac.bd
Mobile: +13348499714
CAREER OBJECTIVE
- Dedicated academic with a strong foundation in transportation engineering, currently enhancing expertise through doctoral research at Auburn University specializing in accident data analysis and machine learning applications. My career objective is to leverage these advanced analytical skills to return to HSTU as a more effective educator. I am committed to cultivating the next generation of engineers in Bangladesh by integrating data-driven methodologies into the curriculum and initiating local solutions for global traffic safety challenges.
Find More: https://sites.google.com/view/mrz-hstu
RESEARCH INTEREST
- Transportation Engineering, Traffic Safety, Sustainable Materials
EDUCATION
- PhD in Civil Engineering (In progress), 2028
Auburn University, USA
- Graduate Certificate in Modeling and Data Analytics (In Progress), 2026
Auburn University, USA
- Master of Science in Civil Engineering, 2023
Rajshahi University of Engineering & Technology
- Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, 2010
Rajshahi University of Engineering & Technology (RUET)
- HSC, 2006
New Govt. Degree College, Rajshahi
- SSC, 2004
Kola Bizly High School, Baddalgachhi, Naogaon
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCES
- President
AREMA Auburn University Student ChapterJune 08, 2026 to Present
- Member
Organization Management BoardMarch 01, 2026 to Present
- Student Member
Gulf Region Intelligent Transportation Society (GRITS)October 24, 2025 to Present
- Student Member
American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE)December 12, 2025 to Present
- Vice President
AREMA Auburn University Student ChapterMarch 25, 2025 to June 08, 2026
- Student Member
Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE), USASeptember 01, 2024 to Present
- Student Member
American Railway Engineering and Maintenance-of-Way Association (AREMA)November 01, 2024 to Present
- Lifetime Member
The Institution of Engineers, Bangladesh (IEB)March 28, 2015 to Present
- Graduate Research Assistant (Ph.D.)
Auburn University, USAAugust 19, 2024 to Present
- Associate Professor, Dept. of Civil Engineering
Hajee Mohammad Danesh Science and Technology UniversityJanuary 31, 2023 to Present
- Assistant Hall Super (Additional Charge)
Fazilatunnesa Mujib Hall, Hajee Mohammad Danesh Science and Technology UniversityMarch 15, 2018 to July 31, 2024
- Chairman, Department of Civil Engineering
Hajee Mohammad Danesh Science and Technology UniversityFebruary 14, 2020 to February 13, 2023
- Assistant Professor, Dept. of Civil Engineering
Hajee Mohammad Danesh Science and Technology UniversitySeptember 01, 2017 to January 30, 2023
- Lecturer, Department of Civil Engineering
Hajee Mohammad Danesh Science and Technology UniversitySeptember 15, 2015 to August 31, 2017
- Lecturer, Department of Agricultural and Industrial Engineering
Hajee Mohammad Danesh Science and Technology UniversitySeptember 01, 2014 to September 14, 2015
- Senior System Engineer
GrameenPhone LimitedApril 18, 2014 to August 31, 2014
- System Engineer (Civil Works)
GrameenPhone LimitedApril 10, 2012 to April 17, 2014
- Quality Control Engineer
Brothers Construction Company (BCC)August 01, 2011 to April 01, 2012
PUBLICATIONS
Journal Papers
Li, T., Roknuzzaman, M., Zhao, Z., Yang, F., and Zhou, H. (2026). Machine learning analysis of wrong-way driving crash severity factors: evidence from California Highway Patrol data. Journal of Science and Transport Technology, 6(2): 339-353. DOI: 10.58845/jstt.utt.2026.en.6.2.339-353 (Q3, Scopus CiteScore - 1.4).
Read MoreSong, Y., Zhou, H., Chang, Q., and Roknuzzaman, M. (2026). Truck Drivers' Preferences for Wrong-Way Driving Countermeasures at Ramp Terminals. Civil Engineering Sciences. 2026;2:0021. DOI: 10.34133/cesci.0021
Read MoreRoknuzzaman, M., Asiedu, N., Li, T., and Zhou, H. (2026). Pedestrian-Vehicle Distance as a Predictor of Driver Compliance at Crosswalks Equipped with Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons: A Case Study. Case Studies on Transport Policy, June 2026:101787. (Q1, IF - 3.3, Scopus CiteScore - 6.0). DOI: 10.1016/j.cstp.2026.101787
Read MoreRoknuzzaman, M., Asiedu, N., and Zhou, H. (2026). Predicting the Influence of Geometric Design Elements on Driver’s Compliance at Uncontrolled Crosswalks Equipped with Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon. ITE Journal, Intersection Design and Control Issue (Accepted). (Q3, Scopus CiteScore - 2.4)
Chang, Q., Zhou, H.*, Song, Y., and Roknuzzaman, M. (2025). Impact of Traditional Traffic Control Devices on Wrong-Way Driving Incidents at Interchange Off-Ramps. IATSS Research. Volume 49, Issue 4, pp. 448-458. DOI: 10.1016/j.iatssr.2025.09.008. (Q1, IF - 3.3, Scopus CiteScore - 6.9)
Read MoreRoknuzzaman, M., Serker, N.K. and Rahman, M.M. (2024). Old residual mortar as a quality indicator of recycled brick aggregate. Sustainable Structures. Volume - 4, Issue - 3, 000061. DOI: 10.54113/j.sust.2024.000061. (Q1, IF - 9.0, Scopus CiteScore - 13.1)
Read MoreRahman, M.M., Islam, M.T., Roknuzzaman, M., Ansari, S. and Hossain, M.N. (2025). GIS-Based Physiochemical and Regression Analysis of Drinking Water Quality in Dhaka South City Corporation, Bangladesh. International Journal of Engineering and Geosciences. Volume - 11, Issue - 2, pp. 321-335. DOI: 10.26833/ijeg.1705195. (Q2, IF - 2.5, Scopus CiteScore - 5.4)
Read MoreRoknuzzaman, M., Rahman, M. M., & Islam, M. M. (2025). Performance and Usability Assessment of Recycled Aggregate Extracted from Demolished Concrete Subjected to Multiple Recycling. Journal of Rehabilitation in Civil Engineering. Volume - 13, Issue - 4, pp. 161-176. DOI: 10.22075/jrce.2025.35008.2158 (Q3, Scopus CiteScore - 0.217)
Read MoreRoknuzzaman, M., and Rahman, M.M. (2024). Compressive strength of recycled green concrete affected by chloride and sulfate exposures. Journal of Rehabilitation in Civil Engineering, Volume 12, Issue-4: 55-65. DOI: 10.22075/jrce.2024.32378.1938. (Q3, Scopus CiteScore - 0.217)
Read MoreRoknuzzaman, M., Mostazid, M.I., Asef, M.A. and Rakin, A.R. 2023. Performance of locally made compaction rammer for compacting granular backfill soil. Journal of Science and Technology, Volume 21, Issue 1: 41-50. DOI: 10.59125/JST.21105
Read MoreFahmida, M., Islam, D., Al Mamun, M., Habib, M.A. and Roknuzzaman, M., 2023. Design of Automatic Irrigation Water Supply Monitoring and Control System. Journal of Brilliant Engineering, 2023:1, p.4690. DOI: 10.36937/ben.2023.4690
Read MoreRoknuzzaman, M. and Serker, NHM. K., 2023. Pre-Treatment of Recycled Aggregates by Removing Residual Mortar: A Case Study On Recycled Brick Aggregates From A Demolished Commercial Building. Journal of Technology, Volume 38, Issue 1. Pp: 51-64. (Q4, Scopus CiteScore - 0.3)
Read MoreHossain, M.B., Roknuzzaman, M. and Rahman, M.M., 2022. Liquefaction Potential Evaluation by Deterministic and Probabilistic Approaches. Civil Engineering Journal, Volume 8, Issue 7. http://dx.doi.org/10.28991/CEJ-2022-08-07-010 (Q1, IF - 4.9, Scopus CiteScore - 6.5)
Read MoreHossain, M.B., Roknuzzaman, M., Biswas, M.A., and Islam, M. 2021. Evaluation of Engineering Properties of Thermal Power Plant Waste for Subgrade Treatment. Journal of Civil Engineering, Science and Technology (JCEST). Volume 12, Issue 2. 112-123.
http://dx.doi.org/10.33736/jcest.3975.2021
Read MoreHaque, M.R., Hossain, M.B., Roknuzzaman, M., Emu, N.A.A. and Jahan, F.T. (2021). Performance of Partially Replaced Plastic Bottles (PET) as Coarse Aggregate in Producing Green Concrete. Brilliant Engineering, 4(2021), 15-22. https://doi.org/10.36937/ben.2021.004.004
Read MoreRoknuzzaman, M., Hossain, M.B., Sultana, A. and Shourov, A.A., Influence of tire chip size on the behavior of rubberized concrete, Civil Engineering Beyond Limits, 3 (2021), 18-22. https://doi.org/10.36937/cebel.2021.003.004
Read MoreSultana, A., Roknuzzaman, M., Afrose, A., and Dev, T. 2021. Impact of Multiple Recycling on the Strength of Coarse Aggregate. Civil Engineering Beyond Limits. Volume-2, Issue-1. 12-15. https://doi.org/10.36937/cebel.2021.001.003
Read MoreRoknuzzaman, M., Hossain, M.B., Mostazid, M.I., and Haque, M.R. 2017. Application of Rebound Hammer Method for Estimating Compressive Strength of Bricks. Journal of Civil Engineering Research . Volume-7, Issue-3. 99-104
Read MoreHossain, M.B., Kumruzzaman, M. and Roknuzzaman, M. 2018. Study of Engineering Behavior of Coal Mine Waste Collected from Barapukuria Coal Mine as Road Subgrade. Journal of Civil Engineering, Science and Technology (JCEST). Volume 9, Issue 1. 58-69. 10.33736/jcest.884.2018
Read MoreHossain, M.B., Islam, M.R. Roknuzzaman, M. 2017. Effect of strength of parent concrete on the strength of recycled aggregate concrete. Journal of Science and Technology, Volum 15: 34-39.
Read MoreRoknuzzaman, M., Hossain, M.B., Haque, M.R., and Ahmed, T.U. (2015). Analysis of rectangular plate with opening by finite difference method. American Journal of Civil Engineering and Architecture. 3(5). 165-173. DOI: 10.12691/ajcea-3-5-3
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Conference Papers
Zhou, H., Roknuzzaman, M., Asiedu, N., and Sakib, N. (2026), “Modeling Driver Yielding Behavior at RRFB Crosswalks: The Role of Geometric Design Factors.”, Accepted for Presentation in World Conference on Transport Research, July 2026, Toulouse, France.
Li, T., Chen, Y., Quan, L., Roknuzzaman, M., Zhou, H., and Asiedu, N. (2026), “Calibration of Traffic Simulation Models for Non-Circular Roundabouts with Emerging Data.”, Presented 105th Transportation Research Board Annual Meeting, January 2026, Washington, D.C.
Asiedu, N., Roknuzzaman, M., Fife, E., and Zhou, H. (2026), “Influence of RRFB Placement on Its Effectiveness at Uncontrolled Midblock Crosswalks.”, Presented in 105th Transportation Research Board Annual Meeting, January 2026, Washington, D.C.
Roknuzzaman, M., Asiedu, N., and Zhou, H. (2026), “ Assessing Pedestrian Sight Distance Requirements for Driver Compliance: A Case Study at a Crosswalk Equipped with RRFB.”, Presented in 105th Transportation Research Board Annual Meeting, January 2026, Washington, D.C.
Roknuzzaman, M., Asiedu, N., Li, T., and Zhou, H. (2026), “Identification and Ranking of Highway Design Elements Contributing to the Severity of Motorcycle-Involved Crashes.”, Presented in 105th Transportation Research Board Annual Meeting, January 2026, Washington, D.C.
Hossain, M.M., H. Zhou, Y. Chen, M. Roknuzzaman, and L. Quan (2025), “Reviewing Approaches and Insights in Traffic Simulation Modeling for Connected and Autonomous Vehicles.”, Presented at the 104th Transportation Research Borad Annual Meeting, January 2025, Washington, D.C.
Asiedu N., T. Li, M. Roknuzzaman, L. Quan (2025), “Work Zone Safety Enhancement by Smart Wrist Band and Led Helmet Integrated to Speed Detector Led Screen.”, Presented at the 104th Transportation Research Borad Annual Meeting, January 2025, Washington, D.C.
Asiedu Ernest N., M. Roknuzzaman, A. Zhao, M. Pritchett, H. Zhou (2025), “Evaluating the Impact of Geometric Features on Yielding Behavior at RRFB Equipped Crosswalks.” Presented at the 104th Transportation Research Board Annual Meeting, 2025, Washington, D.C.
Roy, N.C., Dewan, T., Roknuzzaman, M., Hossain, M.S. and Meem, M.M. (2024). Improvement of Subbase of Flexible Pavement Using Waste Asphalt Pavement Materials. Proceedings of the 7th International Conference on Civil Engineering for Sustainable Development (ICCESD 2024), 7~9 February 2024, KUET, Khulna, Bangladesh. ISBN: 978-984-35-5704-9.
Read MoreRahman, M.M, Roknuzzaman, M., Muntaha, J., Ray, A. and Azad, M.N. (2024). Development of Regression Equations for the California Bearing Ratio of Cohesionless Soil. Proceedings of the 7th International Conference on Civil Engineering for Sustainable Development (ICCESD 2024), 7~9 February 2024, KUET, Khulna, Bangladesh. ISBN: 978-984-35-5704-9.
Read MoreRoknuzzaman, M., Rahman, M.S., Kisku, M., Asef, M.A., and Islam, M.M. 2023. Quality Assessment of Coarse Aggregates Subjected to Multiple Times Recycling. Proceedings of International Conference on Planning, Architecture & Civil Engineering, 12 - 14 October 2023, Rajshahi University of Engineering & Technology, Rajshahi, Bangladesh.
Read MoreRoknuzzaman, M., Serker, NHMK, Iqbal KHMRB, Liza, MLN, Das, AK. 2022. Quality Assessment of Recycled Aggregate Produced from Demolished Highway Culverts. International Conference on 4IR for Emerging Future, 04-05 November 2022. IEB, Dhaka, Bangladesh.
Read MoreRoknuzzaman, M., Serker, NHM.K., Mimi, M.M., Islam, M.M. and Eva, T.M. 2023. Investigating the Compressive Strength of Green Concrete Made with Multiple Times Recycled Aggregates. Proceedings of 2nd International Conference on Advances in Civil Infrastructure and Construction Materials, 26 - 28 July 2023, Military Institute of Science and Technology, Dhaka, Bangladesh
Read MoreRoknuzzaman, M. and Serker, N.H.M.K. 2021. Chemical Separation Techniques for Quantification of Residual Mortar Attached with Recycled Brick Aggregate. Proceedings of International Conference on Planning, Architecture & Civil Engineering, 9 - 11 September 2021, Rajshahi University of Engineering & Technology, Rajshahi, Bangladesh.
Read MoreTabassum, T., Roy, S. R., Roy, P. C. and Roknuzzaman, M., 2021. Fire Risk and Safety Assessment of Residential Buildings in Dinajpur Sadar Upazilla. Proceedings of International Conference on Planning, Architecture & Civil Engineering, 9 - 11 September 2021, Rajshahi University of Engineering & Technology, Rajshahi, Bangladesh.
Read MoreRahman, M., Hossain, M. and Roknuzzaman, M., 2023. Effect of peak ground acceleration (PGA) on liquefaction behavior of subsoil: A case study of Dinajpur Sadar Upazila, Bangladesh. In AIP Conference Proceedings (Vol. 2713, No. 1). AIP Publishing. DOI: 10.1063/5.0129770
Read MoreSerker, NHMK, Roknuzzaman, M., Islam, M.R., Mithu, MJH. 2022. ROLE OF OLD MORTAR ON THE DETERIORATION OF PROPERTIES IN RECYCLED LOCAL AGGREGATES. 5th Annual Paper Meet and 2nd Civil Engineering Congress (by IEB, Dhaka), 29-30 July 2022. BUET, Dhaka, Bangladesh.
Read MoreBari, M.N., Roknuzzaman, M., Islam, M.T. Effect of Climate Change on Water Resources in Barind Tract of Rajshahi District. 5th International Conference on Engineering Research, Innovation and Education ICERIE 2019, 25-27 January 2019. Sylhet, Bangladesh.
Read MoreRoknuzzaman, M., Mamun, S. M. M. H., Biswas, M. A., Islam, M. T. and Afzal, M. A. A. B. 2017. Field Identification of Bricks by Rebound Hammer Test . Proceedings of Civil and Water Resources Engineering Conference 3-4 November 2017, BIAM Foundation, 63 Eskaton, Dhaka, Bangladesh. ISBN: 978-1-925488-52-4 .
Read MoreHossain, M. B., Kumruzzaman, M. and Roknuzzaman, M. . 2018. Investigation of Geotechnical Properties of Coal Mine Waste: A Case Study for Barapukuria Coal Mine. Proceedings of the 4th International Conference on Civil Engineering for Sustainable Development (ICCESD 2018), 9~11 February 2018, KUET, Khulna, Bangladesh.
Read MoreHaque, M.R., Rahman, M. A., Hossain, M. B. and Roknuzzaman, M. 2017. Capacity Evaluation of Roundabout Intersections in Khulna Metropolitan City by Using SIDRA, Proceedings of International Conference on Planning, Architecture and Civil Engineering, 9 - 11 February 2017,Rajshahi University of Engineering & Technology, Rajshahi, Bangladesh.
Read More- Roknuzzaman, M., Ahmed, T. U. and Hossain, M. B. 2017. Application of Finite Difference Method for the Analysis of a Rectangular Thin Plate with Eccentric Opening. Proceedings of International Conference on Planning, Architecture and Civil Engineering, 9 - 11 February 2017,Rajshahi University of Engineering & Technology, Rajshahi, Bangladesh.Read More
Awards and SCHOLARSHIPS
- 2026 Excellence in Highway Safety Data Award Student Paper Competition - 3rd Place ($ 250)
Funded by: Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), USA
- Daniel B. Fambro Student Paper Award 2026 ($ 1000)
Funded by: Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE) International, USA
- Gulf Region ITS Scholarship 2026 - 1st Position ($ 1250)
Funded by: Gulf Region Intelligent Transportation System, USA
- Graduate Student Council Travel Fellowship 2026 ($ 400.00)
Funded by: GSC, Auburn University, USA
- Highway Research Center Travel Funding Award 2026 ($ 1000.00)
Funded by: Auburn University, USA
- 2026 SDITE Graduate Student Paper Competition – 1st Place ($ 1500)
Funded by: Southern District Institute of Transportation Engineers (SDITE), USA
- Best Paper Award, 5th International Conference on Engineering Research, Innovation and Education ICERIE, 2019
Funded by: SUST, Sylhet, Bangladesh
- Best Paper Award, 5th Annual Paper Meet and 2nd Civil Engineering Congress, 2022
Funded by: Institution of Engineers Bangladesh (IEB), Dhaka, Bangladesh
- Best Presenter Award 2023
Funded by: Institute of Research and Training (IRT), HSTU, Bangladesh
- Safe System Approach Student Video Competition 2025 – Finalist
Funded by: Institute of Transportation Engineers, USA.
- Graduate Student Council Childcare Fellowship 2025 ($ 500.00)
Funded by: GSC, Auburn University, Auburn, USA
- Highway Research Center Travel Funding Award 2026 ($ 1000.00)
Funded by: Auburn University, Alabama, United States of America
- Global Essay Contest Winner – Americas Region
Funded by: ITS World Congress 2025, Atlanta, USA.
- Highway Research Center Travel Funding Award 2025 ($ 1000.00)
Funded by: Auburn University, USA
- 2025 SDITE Graduate Student Paper Competition (Co-Author) – 1st Place ($ 1500)
Funded by: Southern District Institute of Transportation Engineers (SDITE), USA
- Civil Engineering Graduate Fellowship (2024-25)
Funded by: Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Auburn University, USA
- Graduate Research Assistantship (2024-2027)
Funded by: Auburn University, Alabama, United States of America
- Undergraduate Merit Scholarship (4 years)
Funded by: Rajshahi University of Engineering & Technology
PROJECTS
- Assessing Pedestrian Sight Distance for Crossing Decisions
Funded by: The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine, USA
Position: Graduate Research Assistant
Description: A research project funded (worth $ 350,000.00) by The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine, USA with an objective to develop a pedestrian-oriented visibility standard to enhance pedestrian safety.
- Develop Rectangular Rapid-Flashing Beacon (RRFB) Supplemental Strategies for Improving Pedestrian Safety
Funded by: Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT)
Position: Graduate Research Assistant
Description: “Develop Rectangular Rapid-Flashing Beacon (RRFB) Supplemental Strategies for Improving Pedestrian Safety” funded (worth $200,000.00) by the Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) with an objective to Enhance Pedestrian Safety by Using RRFBs More Effectively
- Investigation of the Performance and Usability of Recycled Aggregate Extracted from Demolished Concrete Subjected to Multiple Recycling
Funded by: University Grants Commission of Bangladesh
Position: Principal Investigator
Description: Total Funding: 2,60,000/- Project Duration: 1 Year (May 2022 - April 2023) Publication: Roknuzzaman, M., Rahman, M. M., & Islam, M. M. (2025). Performance and Usability Assessment of Recycled Aggregate Extracted from Demolished Concrete Subjected to Multiple Recycling. Journal of Rehabilitation in Civil Engineering, 13(4): 161-176. https://doi.org/10.22075/jrce.2025.35008.2158
- PRETREATMENT OF AGGREGATE OBTAINED BY CONCRETE RECYCLING TO PRODUCE ENVIRONMENT-FRIENDLY GREEN CONCRETE
Funded by: Institute of Research and Training (IRT), Hajee Mohammad Danesh Science and Technology University.
Position: Principal Investigator
Description: Total Funding: 1,05,000/- Duration: 1 year (From July 2021 to June 2022) Publication: Roknuzzaman M and Serker NHMK. 2023. Pre-treatment of Recycled Aggregates by Removing Residual Mortar: A Case Study on Recycled Brick Aggregates from a Demolished Commercial Building. Journal of Technology. 38(1): 51-64.
SOCIAL NETWORK
- Google Scholar Profile
URL: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=wD0E_aoAAAAJ&hl=en
- ResearchGate Profile
- Academia.edu Profile

