Dr. Yeasmin Nahar Jolly | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

Atomic Energy Centre, Dhaka, Bangladesh Atomic Energy Commission | Bangladesh

Dr. Yeasmin Nahar Jolly is a distinguished Bangladeshi chemist and environmental scientist currently serving as the Chief Scientific Officer at the Bangladesh Atomic Energy Commission. She has built a remarkable career in nuclear analytical chemistry, specializing in environmental monitoring with a focus on heavy metal pollution and hazardous chemical constituents affecting ecosystems and human health. Educated at the University of Dhaka, where she earned her B.Sc., M.Sc., and Ph.D. in Chemistry with top honors, Dr. Jolly has dedicated her career to advancing analytical research and sustainable environmental practices. Her professional experience spans decades of leadership in the Atmospheric and Environmental Chemistry Laboratory, where she applies advanced nuclear analytical techniques such as EDXRF and TXRF to analyze contaminants in soil, water, food, and biological samples. She has led national projects, including environmental impact assessments for major infrastructures such as the Rooppur Nuclear Power Plant, and has served as a national counterpart for IAEA/RCA initiatives on wetland management. Her research interests include environmental pollution, nuclear chemistry applications, and sustainable resource management. With exceptional research skills, she has authored over a hundred international publications and received numerous professional recognitions for her scientific contributions. Dr. Jolly’s career exemplifies dedication to environmental stewardship and scientific excellence.