'Multitasking Expertise': Multi-faceted Talents Shine at BEAR Summit
Experts urge joint degrees and research labs to lead Asian semiconductor industry
- Global tech leaders showcase hidden talents in mountaineering, music, and sports
- Emphasis laid on joint degrees, technology transfer, and multi-university collaboration
- Government urged to swiftly create opportunities to integrate expatriate Bangladeshi talent
Participants at the 4th panel discussion of the 'National Semiconductor and BEAR Summit 2026' witnessed a live portrayal of the traditional proverb—'those who cook can also tie their hair'—signifying multi-faceted excellence. The session, titled 'International Partnership Forum', commenced at 10:30 AM on Sunday, July 26, the closing day of the summit at Novotheatre in the capital.
The panel featured 7 distinguished engineers from the global semiconductor industry, 5 of whom are of Bangladeshi origin. The session was moderated by Dr. Ahmed Shotil Haq, Assistant Vice President of NPI Engineering at California-based Credo.
During the introductions, the moderator unveiled the surprising side talents of each panelist. He revealed that Brain Gain founder Dr. Anisul Khan is a mountaineer who, after conquering 8,500 feet, is preparing for a 10,000-foot peak. Christopher Grunm of Cactus Materials is an official radio DJ and rap artist in Sweden. BRAC University EEE Professor Dr. Hasan Uz Zaman, an avid footballer, is currently learning Rabindra Sangeet. Additionally, Ahsan Chowdhury of L&T Semiconductor Technologies plays a major role in US community development. The panel also included Indiana's top chess player and Purdue University Vice President Professor Dimitrios Peroulis, along with Mars Solution Limited Managing Director M. E. Chowdhury Shamim.
The central focus of the discussion revolved around strategies for Bangladesh to build a trusted and sustainable position in the global semiconductor sector. Experts emphasized global research partnerships, joint university degrees, and technology transfer. They urged setting up joint research labs and exchange programs instead of relying on short-term gains. The panel recommended that at least three smaller universities collaborate with a major university to launch joint chip design projects. Furthermore, they urged the government to act quickly in creating opportunities to harness the expertise of successful Bangladeshi talent working abroad.
//DBTech/IH/EDP//
