CV

Curriculum Vitae of Sourav Basak Shuvo — Biomedical Engineering researcher at KUET, Bangladesh.

Contact Information

Name Sourav Basak Shuvo
Email sourav.basak.kuet.bme@gmail.com | sourav@bmpt.du.ac.bd
Pronouns He/Him
Website https://souravbasakshuvo.github.io

Professional Summary

Biomedical Engineering graduate from KUET, currently pursuing an MS in Biomedical Physics at the University of Dhaka. Researcher at BNIRA Lab (KUET) and Research Assistant at Ulster University, working on deep learning for medical image analysis, EEG-based neuroengineering, and large language models in healthcare. Three-time Dean’s Award recipient, actively seeking PhD opportunities in neural and biomedical engineering.

Research Interests

Neuro-engineering & Brain-Computer Interfaces, Neural Dynamics, Medical Image Processing, Biomedical Signal Processing, Generative AI, Large Language Models (LLMs), Domain Adaptation, Disease Detection, Bioimpedance & Biosensing, Health Informatics.

Education

  • 2026 - present

    Dhaka, Bangladesh

    Master of Science in Biomedical Physics and Technology
    University of Dhaka
    Biomedical Engineering (Specialization)
    • CGPA: In Progress
  • 2018 - 2024

    Khulna, Bangladesh

    Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering
    Khulna University of Engineering & Technology (KUET)
    Biomedical Engineering
    • CGPA: 3.77/4.00 — Ranked 4th in overall merit position
    • ECE Evaluation (Dec 30, 2024): U.S. Equivalence — Bachelor Degree, Major: Biomedical Engineering, Grade Average: 3.91/4.00
    • Thesis: Gallbladder Cancer Classification using Parallel Transfer Learning with Multi-model Feature Fusion and LSTM (99.37% accuracy)

Research Experience

  • 2025 - present

    Khulna, Bangladesh

    Researcher
    Bio-Neural Intelligence and Research Advancement Lab, KUET
    • Leading a 3-member research team, including 2 undergraduate researchers, to design and validate NeuroSwin, a hybrid Swin Transformer-GRU model for Parkinson’s Disease classification and brain-region localization from EEG signals.
  • 2024 - present

    Londonderry, UK

    Research Assistant Intern
    Ulster University
    • Co-developed TransfusionNet, a hybrid architecture with a specialized preprocessing pipeline and early-layer feature fusion for cervical cancer detection, published in Results in Engineering (Elsevier, Q1, IF: 9.4).
    • Created a benchmark to evaluate large language models (LLMs) in identifying disease classes, comparing results against proposed architecture MobileCoAtNet for stomach infection classification.
    • Investigated foundational AI models for multi-cancer classification, implementing Model-Agnostic Meta-Learning (MAML) for domain adaptation.
    • Actively researching the feasibility of LLMs for disease diagnosis, reasoning, and treatment follow-up in medical applications.
    • Designed SALT, a spiking neural decoder using a state-space model to adaptively set firing thresholds, establishing a causal accuracy-energy Pareto benchmark across six architecture families for closed-loop brain-computer interfaces; under review in Neural Networks.
    • Developed CT-SALT, a cross-timescale extension of SALT where a slow population branch gates a fast spiking branch’s firing threshold, improving decoding accuracy and training stability at no added energy cost.
  • 2023 - 2024

    Khulna, Bangladesh

    Undergraduate Research Assistant
    Department of Biomedical Engineering, KUET
    • Independently conceived, implemented, and authored a solo study on gallbladder cancer classification using ensemble learning, published at ICEEICT 2024.
    • Designed a hybrid model for gallbladder cancer classification using parallel transfer learning, feature fusion, and LSTM as the undergraduate thesis, of which the ICEEICT 2024 paper formed a portion; the full study is in preparation for Expert Systems with Applications.
    • Conducted the literature review supporting the feature-fusion approach, drafted portions of the thesis manuscript, handled data preprocessing, and presented the completed work at the final thesis defense.

Publications

  • 2025
    TransfusionNet: Framework for Cervical Cancer Detection using Deep Learning with Multi-level Fusion
    Results in Engineering, Elsevier (Q1, IF: 7.9), vol. 28, p. 107174, 2025
  • 2025
    Exploring Common Molecular Interactions across Multiple Cancers
    EICT 2025, IEEE, Dhaka, Bangladesh, pp. 1–6
  • 2024
    Classification of Gallbladder Cancer Using Average Ensemble Learning
    ICEEICT 2024, IEEE, Dhaka, Bangladesh, pp. 1450–1455
  • 2025
    DL3M: A Vision-to-Language Framework for Expert-Aligned Clinical Reasoning
    arXiv:2512.13742 — Under review in Engineering Applications of Artificial Intelligence, Elsevier
  • 2025
    NeuroSwin: A Swin Transformer-GRU Model for Parkinson's Disease Classification
    In preparation for Biomedical Signal Processing and Control, Elsevier
  • 2025
    CholeNet: A Recurrent-Convolutional Hybrid Ensemble Framework
    In preparation for Expert Systems with Applications, Elsevier
  • 2025
    VRX-UNet: Automated Volumetric Characterization of Intra-tumoral Structures in Gliomas
    In preparation for Computers in Biology and Medicine, Elsevier
  • 2026
    Automated PET to Fused PET-CT Mapping Using PatchGAN for Lung Cancer Diagnosis
    Accepted and presented, IEEE RAAICON 2026
  • 2026
    DeViLM: Evaluating What Deep Learning Models See and Vision-Language Models Explain in Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia Classification
    Under review in Neurocomputing, Elsevier
  • 2026
    SALT: A State-Adaptive Leaky Integrate-and-Fire Threshold Mechanism for Pareto-Efficient Causal Neural Population Decoding
    Under review in Neural Networks, Elsevier
  • 2026
    Cross-Timescale Threshold Gating for Causal Spiking Neural Population Decoding
    Manuscript in preparation

Projects

  • May 2018 – May 2020
    IoT Based Pilot Health Monitoring System
    ESP8266 NodeMCU, Arduino, Blynk IoT
    • Developed an IoT-Based Pilot Health Monitoring System using ESP8266 NodeMCU, programmed with Arduino IDE, and sensors like MAX30100, DS18B20, and BMP180, integrated with the Blynk IoT platform to monitor pilot health and aircraft state, enhancing flight safety.
  • 2023
    MediConnect – A Video Conferencing App for Telemedicine and Healthcare
    Java, Firebase
    • Developed a secure video conferencing app for telemedicine as part of the Telemedicine & Health Care Laboratory individual project, utilizing Java, Firebase, and ZEGOCLOUD for effective remote healthcare communication.
    • Implemented features like sharing medical images, prescriptions, and real-time chat to support comprehensive virtual medical consultations.
  • 2023
    VitaSync: A Smart Band for Telemedicine Applications
    Sensors, Mobile App Development
    • Remodeled a wearable device for the Telemedicine & Health Care Laboratory group project, integrating sensors to track vital metrics such as heart rate, body temperature, and blood oxygen levels.
    • Developed a real-time data transmission system with a mobile app and an alert mechanism to notify users and contacts of health irregularities via email.
  • 2022
    Telechroma: A Smart Colorimetric Analyzer for Telemedicine Applications
    Arduino, MIT App
    • Developed Telechroma, a portable and affordable colorimetric analyzer for telemedicine applications, enabling remote diagnostics of glucose concentrations in urine samples.
    • Integrated hardware (Arduino Nano, TCS3200) with a mobile app for real-time data transmission and analysis.
  • 2022
    Sanitary Napkin Vending Machine
    RFID, Arduino Mega, Stepper Motors
    • Designed and built an automated Sanitary Napkin Vending Machine using RFID, Arduino Mega, stepper motors, and springs to promote menstrual hygiene through accessible and affordable technology.

Skills

Programming Languages MATLAB, Python (PyTorch, TensorFlow, Keras), C/C++
Simulation & Design NI Multisim, Arduino, Simulink, SOLIDWORKS, AutoCAD, COMSOL Multiphysics
Microsoft Office MS PowerPoint, MS Word, MS Excel, MS Visio
Reference Management Mendeley, Zotero, EndNote
Others LaTeX, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Premiere Pro, LabVIEW
Fabrication & Equipment Epilog Laser Mini (Laser Cutter), Ultimaker 3 Extended, Prusa i3 MK3S, Creality CR-10 Mini (3D Printers), Roland Modela Pro II MDX 540 (CNC Machine)

Languages

Bengali : Native speaker
English : Professional working proficiency

Standardized Tests

  • November 2024
    International English Language Testing System (IELTS)
    • Overall: 7.5
    • Listening: 8.5 | Reading: 7.0 | Writing: 7.5 | Speaking: 6.5
  • October 2024
    Graduate Record Examination (GRE)
    • Score: 313 (Quantitative: 165, Verbal: 148)
    • AWA: 3.5

Training

  • 2025 - 2025

    Dhaka, Bangladesh

    4-Day Training on Computer-Aided Drug Design: A to Z with Project
    Dawn of Bioinformatics Limited
    • Prepared proteins and ligands (BIOVIA Discovery Studio, OpenBabel, Swiss-PdbViewer), executed docking in PyRx, interpreted binding poses and scores, and evaluated drug-likeness while assessing ADME/Toxicity.
    • Ran molecular dynamics in YASARA and GROMACS (including protein–ligand simulations), processed trajectories and performed PCA to characterize conformational changes, analyzed results in Minitab, visualized structures in PyMOL, and applied the full CADD pipeline in a capstone mini-project.
  • 2022 - 2022

    Dhaka, Bangladesh

    Full Day Technical Workshop on Biomaterials Based Wet Lab
    Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology
    • Explored the work from the paper ‘Preparation of Different Polymorphs of Cellulose from Different Acid Hydrolysis Medium’ (International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 2019) and gained hands-on experience in preparing cellulose nanocrystals (CNC) using acid hydrolysis under expert guidance.
    • Learned to operate lab equipment such as magnetic stir plates, centrifuges, ovens, autoclaves, FTIR, X-ray diffractometers, and thermogravimetric analyzers used for analyzing the morphology and properties of CNCs.

Leadership & ECA

  • 2022 - present

    Khulna, Bangladesh

    President
    Advanced Bioengineering Club of KUET (ABC–KUET)
    • Participated in multiple project-showcasing competitions and fostered innovation and collaboration among club members.
    • Organized technical workshops including ‘NeuroInquire: Exploring EEG and Research Foundations’ and ‘ABC of Research with Hands-on Training on LaTeX’.
  • 2022 - 2024

    Khulna, Bangladesh

    Student Operator
    Fabrication Lab KUET
    • Assisted in organizing workshops such as ‘Hands-on Training Using Fabrication Tools’ and ‘IQAC’s Hands-on-Training Program’ covering 3D printing, laser cutting, and CNC milling.
    • Helped over 50 students fabricate project and thesis models, guiding them in transforming innovative ideas into real products.
  • 2020 - 2024

    Khulna, Bangladesh

    Head of Human Resources
    Spectrum – Professional Skill Development Club of KUET
    • Managed team operations, organized skill development events, and facilitated member engagement.
    • Organized the Inter-University Case Study Competition engaging 240 teams from 45 universities, securing sponsors including Bank Asia PLC, Abul Khair Group, Coca-Cola, and 10 Minute School, distributing over BDT 100,000 in prizes with 300,000+ audience interactions.

Awards

  • 2024
    Honors in B.Sc. Engineering
    Khulna University of Engineering & Technology (KUET)

    Awarded to students achieving CGPA 3.75 or above.

  • 2018–19, 20–21, 21–22
    Dean's Award (3 Times)
    KUET

    Awarded for achieving CGPA 3.75 or above in an academic year.

  • 2019–2023
    Technical Scholarship (4 Consecutive Times)
    KUET

    Awarded for securing the top position in the class.

  • 2023
    IEEE YESIST12 – Finalist
  • 2022
    BME Indoor – Champion in Chess
    KUET
  • 2022
    Intra-University Innovative Idea & Project Competition – 2nd Runner-up
    FabLab KUET
  • 2021
    National STEM Competition – Finalist
    Bangladesh STEM Foundation (bdSTEM)
  • 2017
    NHSPC – 11th Position, Mymensingh Regional Contest
  • 2013
    General Grade Scholarship in JSC Examination
    Board of Intermediate & Secondary Education, Dhaka
  • 2010
    Talent Pool Grade Scholarship in PSC Examination
    Dhaka Education Board

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