ABDULLAH JISHAN CHOWDHURY
College Park,MD
Summary
Undergraduate student at the University of Maryland, College Park, studying Environmental Science and Technology. Experienced in urban ecology research, fieldwork, and data analysis, focusing on wildlife monitoring and disease transmission. Skilled in GPS tracking, ecological modeling, and research methodology. Strong background in laboratory work, research writing, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Intern
Applied Spatial Wildlife Ecology Lab
College Park, MD
12.2023 - Current
- Conduct field research in urban green spaces by collaring deer with GPS tracking and camera devices to monitor movement, behavior, and human-wildlife interactions.
- Investigate how urbanization influences deer behavior, habitat use, and their role in disease transmission.
- Analyze data to understand the role of deer as potential reservoirs for zoonotic diseases, including COVID-19.
- Study the pathways of disease spillover from deer to humans, and assess the implications for public health in urban environments.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop insights into wildlife management, urban ecology, and disease prevention strategies.
Research Assistance
UrbanXNature Lab at University Of Maryland
College Park, MD
01.2023 - Current
- Collaborate directly with an Environmental Science professor to advance academic research, contributing to data collection and analysis.
- Conduct comprehensive fieldwork involving the strategic placement and monitoring of cameras for wildlife identification and ecological study.
- Engage in laboratory work alongside graduate students, aiding in experimental procedures, and contributing to scholarly research papers.
- Execute remote tasks focused on the classification and organization of animal species data, enhancing research accessibility and utility.
Research Technician
Rock Creek Conservancy
Washington, DC
09.2023 - 02.2024
- Assisting with a study focusing on the ecological impact of unleashed domestic dogs in Rock Creek Park
- Set up 30 motion-sensor cameras in 6 different locations throughout Rock Creek Park for a 2-week period
- Collecting data about the number of unleashed dogs in the park in order to analyze the effectiveness of public education efforts of the Rock Creek Conservancy
AAWDC Intern
Anne Arundel Workforce Development Corporation
Linthicum, MD
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Answered and directed telephone calls, took messages, and made phone calls on behalf of the company
- Used office equipment to check emails, make copies, scan and print documents, and update databases in Excel, Google Docs, and Virtual Job Shadow
- Sorted, filed, and maintained filing systems for efficient recordkeeping and easy retrieval
- Completed assignments and projects according to instructions from supervisors
Education
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science and Technology
University of Maryland College Park
College Park, MD05.2026
Skills
- Field research
- Wildlife management
- Ecological modeling
- Data analysis
- Research Paper Writing
- Team Collaboration
- Leadership
- Office Administration
Timeline
Research Intern
Applied Spatial Wildlife Ecology Lab
12.2023 - Current
Research Technician
Rock Creek Conservancy
09.2023 - 02.2024
Research Assistance
UrbanXNature Lab at University Of Maryland
01.2023 - Current
AAWDC Intern
Anne Arundel Workforce Development Corporation
06.2022 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science and Technology
University of Maryland College Park
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