Mr. Azmirul Hoque is an accomplished research scholar and emerging academic with a strong multidisciplinary focus at the intersection of food engineering, artificial intelligence, and precision agriculture. He is currently serving as Assistant Professor (Guest Faculty) at Assam University, Silchar, Department of Agricultural Engineering (since 03 December 2020), where he is actively engaged in teaching, research supervision, and scholarly contributions in his areas of expertise.

Mr. Hoque completed his B.Tech in Agricultural Engineering from Assam University, Silchar (2018) with a CGPA of 7.06, and his M.Tech in Food Engineering and Technology from Tezpur University (2020) with a CGPA of 7.76. He is currently pursuing his Ph.D. in Agricultural Engineering at Assam University, Silchar, focusing on refractance window drying technology. His academic trajectory reflects consistent excellence and a progressive deepening of expertise in engineering and food technology domains.

Research & Publications

Mr. Hoque has developed a robust and rapidly growing research profile spanning Food Engineering and Technology, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Precision Agriculture, Refractance Window Drying Technology, Post-Harvest Technology, Agricultural Robotics, and Smart Packaging & Food Preservation. His research has achieved significant visibility, with 500 citations, an h-index of 13, and a research interest score of 569.1 on ResearchGate across 31 research items.

His publication output is substantial and multifaceted. He has authored 11 peer-reviewed journal articles in reputable publications including the Journal of Food Science, Journal of Food Process Engineering, Journal of Agriculture and Food Research, Journal of The Institution of Engineers (India), Series A, and the International Journal of Science and Research. These publications address key themes including optimization of drying kinetics, integration of remote sensing and AI in smart greenhouse systems, climate-smart agriculture solutions, post-harvest automation, and precision agriculture innovations. He has contributed 12 book chapters on diverse topics ranging from smart packaging and preservation strategies to robotics in sustainable agriculture, nanotechnology in fermented foods, machine learning for crop yield optimization, and real-time data processing in agricultural robotics.

Patents / Books / Scholarly Contributions

Mr. Hoque has demonstrated innovation through 5 patents filed in critical areas: an automated programmable refractance window dryer for heat-sensitive foods, a bioactive compound fermentation and extraction unit (UK Design Patent), an IoT-based device for food nutrition quantity checking, a smart IoT and wireless sensor network-based autonomous farming robot, and dynamic model optimization for low-power machine learning applications in IoT environments. He has co-authored 2 books: A Modern Guide to Engineering Mechanics and A Modern Approach to Thermodynamics.

Conference Presentations & Dissemination

Mr. Hoque has presented his research at 9 major conferences, including keynote and oral presentations at the NEC-Sponsored International Conference on Climate Change and Environmental Sustainability, the National Conference on Emerging Technologies for Sustainable Agro-Food-Bio Systems (ET-SAFe-2025), and the International Conference on Emerging Technologies in Food Processing. He has also participated actively in poster presentations at premier forums including the ICFoST, the International Conference on Technological Innovations for Integration of Food and Health, and national symposia on probiotics and functional foods.

Peer Review & Academic Service

Mr. Hoque is an active peer reviewer, having completed 17 reviews for 10 publications and grants across leading journals including the Journal of Food Science (5 reviews), IGI Global Book Chapter Peer Reviews (4 reviews), and reviews for Discover Food, Discover Plants, International Journal of Environment and Climate Change, and multiple other specialized journals. This demonstrates his standing within the scientific community and his commitment to maintaining publication quality and rigor.

Training, Professional Development & Workshops

Mr. Hoque has undergone comprehensive professional development, including industrial training on micro irrigation systems design and installation, a summer training program on agricultural machinery, and participation in seven TEQIP-sponsored workshops and seminars covering technological interventions in agri-aquaculture, hands-on operation of agricultural equipment, and advanced research innovations in agricultural engineering. He has also served as an organizing member for specialized seminars on water resources advancement.

Awards, Honours & Professional Memberships

Mr. Hoque has demonstrated academic merit through qualifying examinations including JEE-Mains (2014) and Tezpur University Entrance Examination (2018). He holds active professional memberships as a Life Member of the Indian Society of Agricultural Engineers (ISAE) and a Life Member of the Association of Food Scientists & Technologists (India) (AFST(I)), reflecting his professional standing and commitment to advancing knowledge in his disciplines.

Eligibility for Young Researcher Award

Mr. Azmirul Hoque represents an exceptional young researcher whose profile demonstrates substantial scholarly output including 11 peer-reviewed publications, 12 book chapters, 2 authored books, and 5 patents. His research addresses critical contemporary challenges in food processing, agricultural automation, and sustainability. His h-index of 13, 500 citations, and active peer review engagement underscore the recognition and impact of his work within the scientific community. His consistent contributions across publications, patents, and academic service, coupled with his innovative research in refractance window drying technology and AI-driven precision agriculture, demonstrate the hallmarks of an emerging leader in his field.

Mr. Azmirul Hoque is eligible for consideration for the Young Researcher Award in Scientific Laurels, in recognition of his demonstrable contributions to research, innovation, scholarly dissemination, and professional engagement in food engineering and agricultural technology.